Kentucky · Nonprofit Grant

Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels Good Works Program

Funding

Varies (program distributes ~$2M annually to KY organizations)

Grade Focus

K-12 and community

Application Due

Annual — check kycolonels.org

Level of Gov't

Nonprofit — Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels

Eligibility

Kentucky nonprofits and schools. The Good Works program supports community, education, and health programs across Kentucky.

Program Goals

The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels distributes approximately $2M annually to Kentucky nonprofits and schools through the Good Works program. Education and community programs across the state are eligible.

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Application and Distribution

Apply through kycolonels.org during the annual application window.

Cycle Notes

Annual competitive cycle. Monitor kycolonels.org for current deadline.

Grant Award Amount

Varies per grant. Program distributes approximately $2M annually across Kentucky organizations.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for KY Colonels Good Works grants?

Kentucky nonprofits and schools. Statewide program.

How much does the Good Works program distribute?

Approximately $2M annually across Kentucky.

Can funds be used for STEM programs?

Yes. Education programs aligned to community needs are eligible.

How do Kentucky schools apply?

Apply at kycolonels.org during the annual window.

How can Forward Education help?

We provide curriculum alignment documents and letters of support for Kentucky schools.

Grant Support

Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?

Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.

Curriculum alignment documents — Kentucky standards mapped to our kits
Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines

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