Truist Foundation – Grant Program (2026)

Funding to Advance Economic Mobility & Strengthen Small Businesses

Organization: Truist Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: United States (community-based funding)

About the Funder

The Truist Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Truist Financial Corporation. The foundation invests in innovative nonprofit organizations that help adults build pathways to economic mobility and support thriving small businesses.

Its approach emphasizes long-term impact, funding initiatives that are scalable, sustainable, and capable of driving measurable change in communities.

What This Program Supports

Truist Foundation focuses on two core funding priorities:

Career Pathways to Economic Mobility

• Workforce development and job training programs
• Adult education and credentialing initiatives
• Programs that help individuals access stable, higher-wage employment

Small Business Strengthening

• Programs that support entrepreneurship and small business growth
• Technical assistance and capacity-building initiatives
• Efforts that expand access to capital and business resources

Types of Funded Needs:

• New program launches
• Curriculum development or expansion
• Equipment needed to deliver programs
• Capital projects (with conditions)

Eligible Support Types

• Programmatic funding
• Capacity-building investments
• Capital campaign support (must be at least 60% funded and aligned with priorities)

Eligibility & Preferences

• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in good standing with the IRS
• Organizations serving adult populations
• Programs aligned with economic mobility or small business development

Applicants should be prepared to submit:

• EIN (Tax ID)
• Board of directors list
• Organizational budget
• Program/project budget

Preference is given to:

• Innovative and scalable programs
• Organizations with strong community impact
• Initiatives with clear, measurable outcomes

Funding Amounts

• Minimum grant: $15,000
• No published maximum; funding varies based on program strength and impact

Truist Foundation often increases funding over time as relationships with grantees deepen.

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Deadline (Cycle): November 30, 2026
📅 Notification Date: April 2027

📅 Review Process: Applications are reviewed within the applicant’s local community

Application / Request Process

Applications must be submitted through Truist Foundation’s online grant portal.

Steps include:

• Completing an eligibility quiz
• Submitting required organizational and program documentation
• Clearly aligning the request with funding priorities

Applicants should ensure:

• Strong alignment with economic mobility or small business focus areas
• A clear plan for impact and sustainability
• Well-defined program budgets and outcomes

Apply / Learn More

➡️ https://www.truistfoundation.org/grant-application

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:

• Focus on workforce development, adult education, or entrepreneurship
• Serve adults seeking economic advancement
• Have scalable, innovative program models
• Are ready for mid- to large-sized grant investments

Truist Foundation is especially well-suited for nonprofits building long-term pathways to financial stability and economic growth in their communities.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Three annual cycles
Typical Lead Time: Apply by cycle deadline; allow ~3–4 months for review
Best Suited For: Workforce development and small business support nonprofits

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