Walmart's Spark Good Local Grants are made through the Spark Good program on Walmart.com. The organization must serve the same service area as the facility it requests funds from. The page names these focus areas: economic opportunity, nature preservation, waste reduction, access to healthier food, disaster preparedness and response, and building caring and connected communities. Selection criteria listed are mission alignment (a specific, demonstrated community need), trust (good standing and community cohesion), and effectiveness (a clear description of the work, use of funds, and expected outcomes). Three application cycles are listed for fiscal 2027, and the program is not rolling: Cycle 1 Feb 1 to Apr 15, Cycle 2 May 1 to Jul 15, Cycle 3 Aug 1 to Nov 30. Submitting an application does not guarantee funding, and decisions are final. An organization may have at most 25 pending or approved applications at once and cannot reapply to the same facility in the same fiscal year once funded. Recipients must complete electronic payment setup within 21 days of notification or the offer is withdrawn.
Additional eligibility information: Not eligible: 501(c)(4), (c)(6) and (c)(19) organizations such as homeowner associations, civic leagues and volunteer fire companies, and organizations that deny service or involvement based on protected characteristics. Applicants need a Spark Good account at Walmart.com/nonprofits (verified by Deed).
Each funder sets its own eligibility, so check the details on their page before you apply.