Community Ties Local Grants

Local grants from the Union Pacific Foundation for 501(c)(3) charities in communities it serves.

Amount: Not posted on its eligibility page
Can a for-profit school apply?: No: 501(c)(3) only
Deadline: Next round not posted
Who this fits: Private school · Homeschool co‑op501(c)(3)s only, and it won't take applicants that need a fiscal sponsor.
New schools: Not stated for new schools
Where: National
Last checked: Oct 1, 2026on up.com

What to do now

Step 1: Confirm you're a 501(c)(3) in a community Union Pacific serves
Step 2: Check its local-grants page for the next application window

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Who can apply

“All grant recipients must be non-profit, charitable organizations tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code”

In the funder’s own words, from up.com, checked Oct 1, 2026.

Its list of organizations it won't fund includes “Organizations requiring a fiscal sponsor because they do not have their own 501(c)(3) status.” Churches may qualify only through a separate 501(c)(3).

Timing

Application dates aren't posted on its eligibility page.

Who can apply

“All grant recipients must be non-profit, charitable organizations tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code”

In the funder’s own words, from up.com, checked Oct 1, 2026.