Torch Helps – Quarterly Community Grants (2026)
$10,000 Grants for Local Nonprofits Making a Community Impact
Torch Helps awards $10,000 grants to nonprofit organizations providing meaningful services to their local communities. Grants are awarded on a quarterly basis and are funded entirely through employee donations and corporate matching from Torch Technologies, with 100% of contributions going directly to grantees.
Organization
Torch Helps
Support Type
Charitable grants
Grant Amount
💰 $10,000 per award
Grant Frequency
Quarterly
About the Funder
Founded in 2005, Torch Helps is a 501(c)(3) organization established by Torch Technologies to formalize and expand employee-driven philanthropy. Torch Helps supports a wide range of community-based charitable efforts, from disaster relief to youth programs and health-related causes. Torch Technologies covers all administrative costs, ensuring that every donated dollar directly supports selected nonprofit organizations.
What This Program Supports
Torch Helps funds local charitable organizations that are making a positive difference in their communities. Supported organizations typically provide services aligned with community well-being, youth development, health, education, and basic needs.
Funding decisions are made through an employee voting process, following submission and review of completed grant applications.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
- Provide services to local communities
- Submit a complete Torch Helps grant application by the stated deadline
- Meet any additional qualification requirements outlined in the application materials
Incomplete applications will not be considered for the current cycle.
Application Process
- Applications must be completed in full to be included in the employee vote
- Applications may be submitted via email using the provided Torch Helps submission process
- Applications received after close of business on the deadline date will be held and considered for the next quarterly cycle
Application materials are available in both PDF and Word formats.
2026 Application Deadlines
📅 Q1 Deadline: February 20, 2026
📅 Q2 Deadline: May 22, 2026
📅 Q3 Deadline: August 21, 2026
📅 Q4 Deadline: October 26, 2026
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Corporate Grants Guide Notes
- Grant Size: $10,000
- Review Type: Quarterly, employee-selected
- Best Suited For: Local nonprofits with clear community impact
- Funding Source: Employee donations with corporate administrative support