Truliant Foundation – Community Grants Program (Q3 2026)
Funding for Financial Wellness, Social Mobility & Workforce Education
Organization: Truliant Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: Communities with a Truliant Federal Credit Union branch
About the Funder
The Truliant Foundation supports nonprofit organizations working to strengthen and improve local communities where Truliant Federal Credit Union operates. Through its Community Grants program, the Foundation invests in initiatives that promote financial stability, upward mobility, and workforce readiness for individuals and families.
What This Program Supports
The Truliant Foundation focuses on three core funding areas:
Financial Wellness
Programs that improve financial literacy and inclusion for adults, including:
- First-time homebuyer education
- Financial counseling
- Credit-building initiatives
Social Mobility
Programs that help individuals and families achieve stability and long-term prosperity, including:
- Food insecurity programs
- Affordable housing support
- Clothing and transportation access
Workforce Education
Programs that build career skills and support workforce readiness, including:
- Job training and career development
- Mentorship and leadership programs
- Soft skills and workforce readiness training
Eligible Support Types
- Programmatic funding aligned with the Foundation’s focus areas
Eligibility & Preferences
Applicants must:
- Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
- Have been in operation for at least three years
- Operate in a community with a Truliant branch
- Maintain a volunteer board of directors
- Have an annual operating budget under $1 million
- Align with one of the Foundation’s funding priorities
Ineligible Requests
The Foundation will not fund:
- Capital campaigns, general operating expenses, or salaries
- Individuals or family fundraising efforts
- Faith-based or religious programs
- For-profit organizations
- Political organizations or campaigns
- School-affiliated groups (e.g., PTOs, booster clubs)
- Youth sports teams
- Organizations outside Truliant service areas
- Discriminatory organizations
Funding Amounts
- Not publicly specified
- Varies based on program alignment and impact
Timeline & Review
📅 Interest Form Deadline (Q3 Cycle): June 15, 2026
📅 Invitation to Apply: July 1 – July 31, 2026
📅 Award Notification: By September 30, 2026
Applications follow a two-step process (interest form → full application by invitation).
Application / Request Process
- Step 1: Submit a Community Grants Interest Form
- Step 2: Selected organizations will be invited to submit a full application
Applicants should:
- Clearly demonstrate alignment with one of the three focus areas
- Highlight community impact and target population
- Ensure eligibility requirements are fully met before applying
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.truliantfcu.org/about-us/community/community-grants
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:
- Operate in communities with a Truliant branch
- Focus on financial literacy, workforce development, or economic stability
- Have smaller operating budgets (under $1M)
- Are seeking targeted funding for direct-service programs
The Truliant Foundation is especially well-suited for nonprofits helping individuals and families achieve financial independence and upward mobility.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Competitive (quarterly cycles, two-step process)
Typical Lead Time: 2–3 months
Best Suited For: Small to mid-sized nonprofits focused on financial wellness and workforce development
New to corporate grant fundraising?
Read our Corporate Grants for Nonprofits: Ultimate Guide to learn how corporate funding works.
