Emergency Grants

Emergency Grants

Status: Available year-round

Geographic Scope: Commonwealth of Kentucky

Purpose: Provides emergency funding when a sudden change impacts service delivery of Kentucky nonprofits

Eligible Emergency Needs

Funding is available for emergency situations such as:
• HVAC units failing
• Walk-in freezer failures
• Sudden roof collapse
• Security system failures
• Other critical infrastructure or equipment emergencies that impact service delivery

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a Kentucky nonprofit that has previously received a grant from the Kentucky Colonels (eligible organizations)
• Cannot have outstanding grant commitments from the Kentucky Colonels; previous grant files must be closed before applying for emergency funds in the current funding cycle
• Must be a 501(c)(3) exempt organization
• Located within the Commonwealth of Kentucky

How It Works

1. Reach out to Kentucky Colonels staff to discuss your organization's emergency need 2. Staff will assess eligibility 3. If eligible, your organization receives access to complete the application 4. A trustee will reach out to discuss your request 5. Emergency funds are awarded on an as-needed basis throughout the year

Funding Availability

• Limited emergency funds are available each year
• Funds are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis based on assessed need and availability

Contact Information

• Email: grants@kycolonels.org
• Phone: 502-753-0780
• Headquarters: 502-266-6114
• Address: The Ralston Building, 943 South First Street, Louisville, KY 40203