Charitable Giving July 2026

Truist Foundation – Grant Program

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Organization: Truist

About the Funder

The Truist Foundation invests in nonprofit partners that expand economic mobility, strengthen small business ecosystems, and build financial well-being across the country. Funding decisions emphasize community-centered approaches, data-driven results, and long-term partnership potential.

What This Program Funds

1. Workforce Development & Career Advancement

Workforce pipelines
Training and credentialing programs
Solutions serving historically marginalized communities

2. Small Business Support & Entrepreneurship

Technical assistance and small business incubators
Entrepreneurship training
Programs expanding access to business resources

3. Financial Health & Economic Resilience

Financial coaching and literacy
Housing stability and wealth-building strategies
Community economic stability initiatives

4. Community Strengthening

Systems-level or collaborative programs advancing economic opportunity
Models that can scale across communities

Eligibility

Applicants must:

Be a U.S.-based 501(c)(3)
Serve communities in the Truist footprint
Align with Truist’s strategic pillars
Demonstrate strong performance in program measurement and outcomes

Funding Amounts

Minimum grant: $5,000
No set maximum or average
Funding levels depend on:
- Program strength and clarity
- Population reached
- Strategic alignment
- Long-term partnership fit

Truist often increases grant size over time as organizations build a track record with the Foundation.

Deadline

July 31, 2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Geographic Focus

Programs must serve communities where Truist operates, most notably:

Southeast U.S.
Mid-Atlantic
Midwest

Application Process

Submit an LOI through the Truist Foundation portal
Provide:
- Mission and overview
- Description of the proposed program
- Evidence of community need
- Expected impact metrics
If invited, complete a full proposal