INDIANA — Broadband and mobile provider Sparklight® has officially opened the application window for its Fall 2026 Charitable Giving Fund, offering 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations across its 24-state footprint an opportunity to apply for grant funding.
Applications opened on October 1 and will remain open through October 31, 2026.
Key Funding Details and Focus Areas
Sparklight distributes $250,000 annually through its Charitable Giving Fund, split evenly across two grant cycles ($125,000 in the spring and $125,000 in the fall). Since the fund’s inception in 2020, the provider has awarded more than $1.3 million to over 300 non-profit organizations.
The program focuses its support on three core priority areas:
- Education and Digital Literacy
- Hunger Relief and Food Insecurity
- Community Development
Previous grant cycles have supported a wide array of local initiatives, including senior and child advocacy, housing and rent assistance, workforce development, and dedicated programs for veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Past recipient, Southeastern Arizona Community Unique Services (SEACUS), utilized a $7,500 grant to provide nutritious meals and wellness checks to homebound seniors and adults with disabilities. Executive Director Stephanie Nabor noted that the delivery service acts as a “lifeline that reduces isolation and provides reassurance that someone cares.”
How to Apply
To be eligible, applicants must hold official 501(c)(3) status and operate within Sparklight’s 24-state service area.
- Application Deadline: October 31, 2026
- Grant Announcement: December 2026
- Where to Apply: Eligible non-profits can review criteria and submit applications online at www.sparklight.com/charitablegiving.
