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TLCF Annual
Impact Grant

Investing in organizations.
Empowering communities.

An annual funding opportunity for an eligible nonprofit, organization, or business bringing a charitable community project to life.

Explore eligibility

$100–$5,000

Annual award range

One recipient

Selected annually, subject to approval

Free to apply

No application fee or account required

About the grant

Meaningful ideas.
Measurable impact.

The TLCF Annual Impact Grant helps strengthen organizations creating positive change in their communities.

From digital skills to essential needs, the grant supports projects with a clear charitable purpose, a thoughtful plan, and a meaningful benefit to the people they serve.

Technology & digital literacy

Helping communities build skills and access the digital world.

Education & tutoring

Supporting learning, academic growth, and educational opportunity.

Workforce development

Preparing people for employment and career opportunities.

Community assistance

Addressing barriers and connecting neighbors with support.

Food security & essential needs

Supporting access to food and everyday necessities.

Other charitable projects

Meaningful community-benefit ideas aligned with a charitable purpose.

Eligibility

Is your project a fit?

Applicants must demonstrate a clear community benefit and an intended charitable use for the requested funds.

All applications undergo eligibility verification.

  • Registered nonprofit organizations
  • Community-based organizations
  • Charitable initiatives
  • Qualifying businesses with specific charitable community-benefit projects

Charitable purpose comes first.

For-profit businesses are not eligible for unrestricted business growth funding. The proposed project must serve an eligible charitable community purpose.

The award

Small investments.
Community possibilities.

Applicants may request an amount within the established $100–$5,000 range. The final award reflects available resources, demonstrated need, proposed impact, and application review.

$100–$5,000

One annual grant award

One recipient will be selected annually, subject to available funding and approval. Funding is not guaranteed.

How it works

From application to award.

01

Apply

Complete the official application with your organization details, project plan, and funding request.

02

Review

TLCF evaluates community impact, need, mission alignment, and project feasibility.

03

Selection

One recipient is selected through the foundation's review and approval process.

04

Award

The selected recipient completes verification and grant documentation before funding is issued.

Application timeline

Your opportunity starts here.

The Luc Cochran Foundation awards one annual grant ranging from $100 to $5,000 to an eligible business or organization. Applications open each January, with funding awarded in June.

Applications open

  1. 01Applications openJanuary 1

    The annual application period officially begins. Eligible businesses and organizations may submit their applications online.

  2. 02Application deadlineMarch 31 · 11:59 PM Eastern

    All applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Late submissions will not be considered.

  3. 03Application reviewApril 1–30

    TLCF reviews submissions, evaluates eligibility, and selects finalists for consideration.

  4. 04Recipient announcementMay 15

    The selected grant recipient is officially notified and publicly announced.

  5. 05Award presentationJune 1–15

    The recipient must attend an in-person award presentation at TLCF headquarters in Jonesboro, Georgia, including official photographs with an oversized ceremonial check.

  6. 06Grant distributionBy June 30

    Grant funds are issued by check through Truist Bank and mailed to the recipient after all award requirements have been completed.

Important information

Good to know.

Dates and award amounts are set by TLCF and may be adjusted based on available funding.

  • One grant recipient is selected annually.
  • Grant awards range from $100 to $5,000, depending on available funding.
  • Attendance at the headquarters award presentation is required.
  • Grant payments are mailed by check through Truist Bank.
  • TLCF reserves the right to adjust dates and award amounts based on available funding.

Your next step

Bring your community project forward.

Tell us who you serve, what you plan to do, and how funding would help.

Common questions

Before you apply.

Who can apply?
Registered nonprofits, community-based organizations, charitable initiatives, and qualifying businesses with a specific charitable community-benefit project may apply. All applicants must demonstrate a clear community benefit and are subject to eligibility verification.
How much funding is available?
Applicants may request $100–$5,000. One recipient is selected annually, subject to available funding and approval. The award amount depends on resources, demonstrated need, proposed impact, and review.
Is there an application fee?
No. Applying for the TLCF Annual Impact Grant is free.
Can a business apply?
A qualifying business may apply for a specific charitable community-benefit project. Unrestricted business growth or general commercial funding is not eligible.
Can an organization apply more than once?
Contact hi@luccares.org before submitting multiple applications or requesting changes to an existing application. Repeat-application eligibility will be confirmed by TLCF.
How are recipients selected?
TLCF reviews community impact, demonstrated need, mission alignment, and project feasibility. Selection is subject to eligibility verification and the foundation's review and approval process.
When will applicants be notified?
Applications must be submitted by the March 31 deadline at 11:59 PM Eastern Time; late submissions are not considered. TLCF reviews applications during April, and the selected recipient is notified and publicly announced on May 15. TLCF will contact applicants if additional information is needed.
What can the grant funds be used for?
Funds may support the approved charitable project, including eligible technology, education, workforce, community assistance, food security, or essential-needs activities. The approved use will be documented before funding is issued.
Does applying guarantee an award?
No. Submitting an application does not guarantee selection or funding. Awards are subject to available resources, eligibility review, and final approval.
Will recipients need to provide a report?
Any reporting and documentation requirements will be specified in the grant agreement before funds are issued. Applicants should be prepared to document how funds support the approved purpose and expected impact.

Questions about the grant?

Contact TLCF about eligibility, the application process, or your project.

hi@luccares.org

Grants are subject to available funding, eligibility review, and final approval. The Luc Cochran Foundation · Jonesboro, Georgia · luccares.org