Funding Amount

$500 (1st place), $250 (2nd place), $150 (3rd place)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Twice a year
Next expected
March 15, 2027
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines each year: March 15 · April 15

From the program guidelines: “Submit during the application window (typically March 15 - April 15 each year)”

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Other requirements

  • Age: Children ages 4-15 years old
  • Requirement: Dependent children of military service members
  • Geographic: Open to all children of military families, not only those living within HMC housing communities

Overview

Geographic Scope: National - open to all children of military families

Program Focus: Recognition and support for military children ages 4-15 making positive community impact

Program Overview

The Hunt Little Heroes program recognizes and celebrates military children ages 4-15 years old who are making a positive impact within their communities or beyond. Launched in 2021, this annual program honors military children during the Month of the Military Child (April).

Award Structure

  • 1st Place Winner: $500 monetary prize
  • 2nd Place Winner: $250 monetary prize
  • 3rd Place Winner: $150 monetary prize
  • All Participants: Special hero cape, mask, and letter of appreciation

Award Details

Each winner will receive:
  • Monetary prize (as listed above)
  • Special "coining" ceremony recognizing achievement in their community
  • Opportunity to make a charitable donation equal to their prize amount to an organization of their choice
  • Special hero cape and mask
  • Letter of appreciation

Eligibility

  • Age: Children ages 4-15 years old
  • Requirement: Dependent children of military service members
  • Geographic: Open to all children of military families, not only those living within HMC housing communities

Selection Criteria

Winners are selected based on:
  • Quality of submission ("Hero Story")
  • Positive community impact demonstrated
  • Creativity and originality of entry

Contact Information

  • Website: https://huntlittleheroes.org
  • Phone: (970) 389-4113

How to Apply

Application Process

Submission Methods: Multiple formats accepted

  • 300-word essay

  • Drawing

  • Video
  • Required Information

    Essay Option (300 words maximum):

  • Child's "Hero Story"

  • What they think it takes to be a hero

  • How they have been a positive influence in their community
  • Drawing Option:

  • Visual representation of their hero story

  • Description of what makes them a hero in their community
  • Video Option:

  • Child presents their hero story

  • Demonstrates community impact
  • Submission Details

    1. Create your submission (essay, drawing, or video)
    2. Submit through the Hunt Little Heroes website
    3. Include child's name, age, and parent contact information
    4. Provide clear description of community involvement
    5. Submit during the application window (typically March 15 - April 15 each year)

    Application Portal

    Website: https://huntlittleheroes.org

    Additional guidelines and submission details available at https://huntlittleheroes.org

    What Hunt Military Communities Foundation actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

    Grants in 2024
    4
    Total given
    $242K
    Median grant
    $55K
    Range
    $33K–$100K
    • By dollars: Pennsylvania 41%, Minnesota 31%, Georgia 14%. Top recipient cities: Doylestown, PA; Bloomington, MN; Alpharetta, GA.

    Example grants

    • Travis Manion Foundation · Doylestown, PA

      Program support

      $100K

    • Scholarship America Inc · Bloomington, MN

      Program support

      $74K

    • Hire Heroes USA · Alpharetta, GA

      Operational and program support

      $35K

    • Operation Homefront Inc · San Antonio, TX

      Program support

      $33K

    IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    • Veterans
    • Youth programs

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