TrueNorth Community Impact Fund (2027)

Grants and Sponsorships of $500–$5,000 Supporting Children, Education, Emergency Preparedness, Health, Inclusion, and Vibrant Communities

The 2027 TrueNorth Community Impact Fund provides charitable donations and sponsorships to nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities connected to TrueNorth’s regional locations, clients, and colleagues.

TrueNorth supports organizations working across six core giving pillars: children and education, emergency preparedness and response, entrepreneurialism and innovation, equity, diversity and inclusion, health and wellness, and vibrant communities.

Applications for the 2027 funding cycle are due September 1, 2026. Selected organizations are expected to be notified by November 15, 2026.

Organization: TrueNorth Companies
Support Type: Charitable donations and sponsorships
Geographic Focus: Communities connected to TrueNorth’s regional locations, clients, and colleagues
Funding Amount: Typically $500–$5,000
Deadline: September 1, 2026

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About the Funder

TrueNorth Companies is an insurance and financial services firm headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with regional locations and teams serving clients across the United States.

Community stewardship has been part of the company’s mission since its founding. TrueNorth supports nonprofit organizations through charitable contributions, sponsorships, employee engagement, volunteerism, and other community partnerships.

The Community Impact Fund helps TrueNorth organize its annual charitable giving and direct resources toward organizations whose work aligns with the company’s philanthropic priorities.

This fund is separate from the TrueNorth Legacy Foundation’s annual grant program.

What This Program Supports

TrueNorth considers nonprofit requests that align with one or more of its six core giving pillars.

Children and Education

Programs that help children and young people learn, grow, and access educational opportunities.

Potentially aligned initiatives may include:

• Early childhood education
• Literacy and academic enrichment
• Mentoring
• College and career readiness
• Educational access
• Youth development
• Support for children and families

Emergency Preparedness and Response

Programs that help communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters.

Potentially aligned efforts may include:

• Disaster preparedness
• Emergency response resources
• Community resilience
• Safety education
• Disaster recovery
• Support for first responders

Entrepreneurialism and Innovation

Initiatives that encourage innovation, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and economic opportunity.

Potentially aligned programs may include:

• Small-business development
• Entrepreneurship education
• Career readiness
• Business mentoring
• Innovation programs
• Workforce and professional development

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Programs that expand access to opportunity and help create inclusive communities.

This may include initiatives that:

• Address barriers to participation
• Promote belonging and inclusion
• Serve historically underrepresented communities
• Expand access to education, employment, health, or community resources
• Strengthen diverse leadership and community engagement

Health and Wellness

Programs that promote physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

Potentially aligned efforts may include:

• Community health programs
• Mental health services
• Nutrition and food access
• Physical activity
• Preventive health
• Wellness education
• Support for individuals and families experiencing health-related challenges

Vibrant Communities

Initiatives that strengthen community life and create places where residents can connect, participate, and thrive.

Potentially aligned projects may include:

• Community development
• Arts and culture
• Public spaces
• Neighborhood improvement
• Community events
• Civic engagement
• Programs that improve local quality of life

Eligible Support Types

Organizations may submit requests for:

• Charitable donations
• Program or project support
• Community sponsorships
• Event sponsorships that align with TrueNorth’s giving priorities

Contributions from the Community Impact Fund typically range from $500 to $5,000.

Eligibility and Preferences

Applicants must be nonprofit organizations.

TrueNorth prioritizes requests that align closely with:

• Communities near its regional locations
• Organizations serving TrueNorth clients and colleagues
• Programs connected to one or more core giving pillars
• Projects that demonstrate a clear and meaningful community benefit

Applicants should disclose any existing relationship their organization has with a TrueNorth employee, colleague, or client.

A connection to a TrueNorth colleague or client is not listed as a formal eligibility requirement, but organizations with an existing relationship are encouraged to describe it in the application.

Ineligible Requests

TrueNorth does not support:

• Organizations whose core purpose is religious
• Expenses that have already occurred
• Requests to regrant funds to other nonprofit organizations
• School-based sponsorships
• Youth club sponsorships
• Sports teams
• Post-prom events
• Political organizations, activities, or requests
• Other politically related funding

Organizations should submit requests before incurring the expenses for which funding is being requested.

Funding Amounts

Community Impact Fund contributions typically range from:

$500–$5,000

Applicants should request an amount appropriate for the scale of the proposed program, event, sponsorship, or community activity.

The published range suggests that this opportunity is best suited for organizations seeking modest project support or sponsorship funding rather than major multiyear grants.

Timeline and Review

📅 Application Opens: August 1, 2026
📅 Application Deadline: September 1, 2026
📅 Portal Display for Eastern Time Applicants: September 2, 2026, at approximately 1:00 a.m. ET
📅 Applicant Notification: By November 15, 2026
📅 Giving Cycle: Annual

Applicants should follow the September 1 deadline listed by TrueNorth and avoid waiting until the final hours to submit.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted through TrueNorth’s online Submittable portal.

Applicants should be prepared to explain:

• The organization’s nonprofit mission
• The community or population served
• The program, event, or project for which support is requested
• The requested contribution or sponsorship amount
• How the request aligns with a TrueNorth giving pillar
• The anticipated community benefit
• Any relationship with a TrueNorth colleague or client
• How the funding will be used

Applicants will need to create or sign in to a free Submittable account to complete the application.

Apply or Learn More

TrueNorth Community Impact Information:
➡️ https://www.truenorthcompanies.com/about-us/community-impact

Community Impact Application Portal:
➡️ https://truenorthcompanies.submittable.com/submit

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity may be a strong fit for organizations that:

• Are established nonprofit organizations
• Serve communities connected to TrueNorth’s regional presence
• Have a relationship with a TrueNorth employee or client
• Need between $500 and $5,000
• Are seeking support for a future program, project, or sponsorship
• Work in education, emergency preparedness, health, entrepreneurship, inclusion, or community development
• Can clearly explain how the request will benefit the local community

The TrueNorth Community Impact Fund is particularly well suited for community-based nonprofits seeking modest support for a defined activity with visible local impact.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Annual competitive application cycle
Application Period: August 1–September 1, 2026
Funding Amount: Typically $500–$5,000
Notification Date: By November 15, 2026
Best Suited For: Community-based nonprofits with programs or sponsorship opportunities aligned with TrueNorth’s giving pillars
Relationship Preference: Applicants should identify connections to TrueNorth clients or colleagues
Important Distinction: This opportunity is separate from the TrueNorth Legacy Foundation grant program