Grant News: Walmart Changes Online Grant Portal to DEED
Grant News: Walmart Changes Online Grant Portal to DEED
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE IN NO WAY AFFILIATED WITH WALMART OR DEED AND THE PURPOSE OF THIS BLOG IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY.
If your nonprofit organization has been applying to the Walmart Community Grants and Sparks Program you need to be aware of this important change to the grant portal. Effective February 1st Walmart has now partnered with DEED to verify and facilitate grant requests.
Here is the full announcement that was distributed by Deed to nonprofits that were previously registered with Front Door:
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Walmart Spark Good is excited to announce a new collaboration with Deed! Effective February 1, 2024, Deed will verify nonprofits participating in Walmart Spark Good programs, and Walmart associate giving and volunteerism will also run through Deed.
Good news! As an already Walmart-affiliated organization, you automatically have a Deed account created for you. But we want to make sure your account is complete so that your organization is eligible to continue using Walmart Spark Good programs.
What should you do next? Three simple steps:
Step 1: Click on the unique link below to complete the Deed verification process.
Let’s make sure your profile is claimed and ready to go. We want to ensure all your information is current and accurate. Click on the button below to access the unique link that will lead you to create a password and access your Deed account. Make sure you review your list of approved users and revise as necessary to ensure they have access to Spark Good programs. If you are having trouble logging in please use this link to reset your password.
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Step 2: Register with Paypal Giving Fund (if you haven’t already).
Make sure you register with PayPal Giving Fund (PPGF), so that your organization can accept donations on Deed for Walmart’s associate giving and volunteerism programs. Deed works with PPGF, the world’s leading donation processor, to vet all 2 million+ nonprofits before they can accept donations on our platform. If you are already registered with PayPal Giving Fund you will be able to view the donations tab on Deed without a message directing you to register with PayPal.You can read more about the PPGF registration process here and step-by-step instructions can be found here. Please note: There is no cost to register with PPGF.
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Step 3: Return to Walmart Spark Good Account from Deed
Make To start engaging with Walmart Spark Good programs, simply click the Walmart logo on the upper right hand side of your screen to return to your Spark Good account. If you do not see the Walmart logo, request Walmart affiliation in the “Companies” tab of your Deed account.
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What are the Walmart Nonprofit Grants
Each year, Walmart U.S. stores, Sam’s Clubs and Distribution Centers award local cash grants ranging from $250 to $5000. These local grants are designed to address the unique needs of the communities where we operate.
The 2024 grant cycle begins March 1, 2024 and in order to submit your applications this year you will need to be verified via Paypal and DEED. You can apply to multiple stores and multiple times per year up to a maximum of 25 requests.
Walmart Grant Program Guidelines
- Spark Good Local Grants are awarded through an open application process to eligible organizations operating locally and directly benefiting the service area of the facility from when they are requesting funding.
- All organizations interested in applying for a Spark Good Local Grant must have a Spark Good account on Walmart.com/nonprofits and be verified by Walmart’s third-party verification partner, Deed. Only authorized users of the organization’s Spark Good account may apply.
- Grant amounts range from a minimum of $250 to a maximum of $5,000.
- Grant applications are accepted and reviewed on a quarterly basis. Deadlines for submissions include:
- Quarter 1: March 1 – April 15
- Quarter 2: May 1 – July 15
- Quarter 3: Aug. 1 – Oct. 15
- Quarter 4: Nov. 1 – Dec. 31
- Organizations may only have a combined total number of 25 submitted and/or approved applications at any given one time for the calendar year, regardless of quarterly submission.
- Final decisions on applications submitted within each quarter are made prior to the next quarter’s application opening.
- If approved, grant funds are distributed through electronic payment.
Walmart Grant Program Organization Eligibility
- Organizations must have a Spark Good account and be verified by Deed, Walmart’s third-party verification service provider.
- If recommended for funding, the organization must provide electronic payment information to complete the approval process. All grants are disbursed through electronic payment.
- Organizations applying must meet one of following criteria:
- An organization holding a current tax-exempt status as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, listed on the IRS Master File and conducting activities within the United States, classified as a public charity under Section 509(a)(1), (2) or (3) (Types I or II); and Deed verified.
- A recognized government entity: state, county or city agency, including law enforcement or fire departments, that are requesting funds exclusively for public purposes and Deed verified.
- A K-12 public or nonprofit private school, charter school, community/junior college, state/private college or university; or a church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large, such as food pantries, soup kitchens and clothing closets and Deed verified.
Note: Non-charities, including organizations recognized as 501(c)(4)s, (c)(6)s, and (c)(19)s like homeowner’s associations, civic leagues, or volunteer fire companies, are not eligible at this time.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SPARK GOOD LOCAL GRANTS FROM WALMART HERE
Walmart Grants in Canada
There is a similar program in Canada, however the grant amount is limited to $1,000.
Eligibility Criteria in Canada:
- A Canadian non-profit organization operating for purposes beneficial to Canadian communities
- A registered charity holding a current charitable registration number with the Canada Revenue Agency
- Government-owned or controlled schools, community centres, parks, libraries, shelters and hospitals
- A registered Canadian amateur athletic association with the Canada Revenue Agency
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CANADIAN GRANT PROGRAM HERE
Need assistance navigating these changes? CONTACT us today to find out how we can help.
All IMPACT Funding Solutions Clients will be contacted separately about this change.