CHESAPEAKE BAY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Program Goals The Capacity Building Grant Program is an annual program of the Chesapeake Bay Funders Network (CBFN). It seeks to support the capacity of organizations working at the…
Capacity Building Grants
Capacity building grants invest in the infrastructure of organizations — strategic planning, technology upgrades, leadership development, financial systems, and operational improvements. Unlike program grants, these funds strengthen your organization's ability to deliver all of its programs more effectively.
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Up to US $5,000
PHOENIXVILLE COMMUNITY HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Capacity Building Mini-Grant - Information Technology Status: ACTIVE Funder: Phoenixville Health Care Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Phoenixville…
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WHITE SWAN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Capacity Building Projects Overview: Pennywise supports project planning, design and implementation for project interventions that will last over time and reach increasingly larger scales. Focus -…
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THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Capacity Building RFP Geographic Scope: Greater Cincinnati region Focus Areas: Nonprofit organizational capacity strengthening Funding Purpose: GCF will invest in capacity building efforts to…
Up to US $5,000
ALLIED ARTS OF OKLAHOMA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Capacity Building Spring Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allied Arts Of Oklahoma Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Capacity Building Spring grant, offered by Allied…
$400,000 annually (2021 baseline)
Groundswell Action Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Capacity Building Support Funder: Groundswell Action Fund (501(c)(4)) Geographic Scope: Nationwide, United States Focus Areas: Capacity-building support for organizations conducting year-round…
Up to $15,000
MONTANA PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE · April 22, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation
Capacity Enhancing Grants Funder: Montana Public Health Institute (MTPHI) Geographic Scope: Montana Eligible Applicants: Local or tribal health departments in Montana Award Amount: Up to $15,000 per…
US $5,000 - US $10,000
Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation
Capacity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Capacity Grant, supported by the Utah Division of…
~$15,000
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF THE CITY OF WASHINGTON · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Capacity Grant Funder: Junior League of Washington, DC Geographic Scope: Greater Washington, DC metropolitan area (District of Columbia, Montgomery and Prince Georges Counties in Maryland, Arlington…
$9,999 - $10,000
CONNECTICUT HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Capacity Grants Funder: Connecticut Humanities Council Inc Geographic Scope: Connecticut Award Amount: Up to $9,999-$10,000 Overview: Grants to strengthen organizational capacity and infrastructure.…
Up to $5,000
New Hanover Community Endowment Inc · April 4, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Capacity Grants Program Overview: The Capacity Grants Program helps organizations invest in their long-term success and sustainability. Recognizing that strong organizations build stronger…
Cultural Council of Palm Beach · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Capacity-Building & Education Grants Category C-I Program Type: Annual grant program Geographic Scope: Palm Beach County, Florida Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit cultural organizations with operating…
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COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview CFT believes that investing in capacity building helps North Texas nonprofits strengthen their ability to serve their communities. We are seeking applications from organizations with budgets…
Up to $5,000
ALLIED ARTS OF OKLAHOMA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Capacity-Building Grants Focus: Helps nonprofit arts and cultural organizations grow stronger to fulfill their missions and better serve constituents. Supports organizational infrastructure,…
Up to $25,000
The Winston-Salem Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Capacity-Building Grants Purpose: Support nonprofits working in any program area with organizational capacity building. Geographic Scope: Forsyth County, North Carolina only Award Amount: Up to…
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Capacity-Building Grants 2026 Geographic Scope: Western Massachusetts (Hampden, Hampshire, and Franklin Counties) Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Contact: - Address: 333 Bridge…
Up to US $5,000
Colorado Springs Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Capacity-Building Mini-Grant Opportunity Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Springs Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Capacity-Building Mini-Grant…
Commonwealth Center for Fathers · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Capacity-Building Mini-Grants Funder: Commonwealth Center for Fathers and Families (CCFF) Geographic Scope: Kentucky (statewide) Focus Areas: Fatherhood engagement, responsible fatherhood programs…
OPPORTUNITY FINANCE NETWORK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Carsey School of Public Policy Education Award Status: Current initiative Funder: Carsey School of Public Policy at the University of New Hampshire in partnership with OFN Overview: Education award…
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LYRASIS · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Catalyst Fund Overview: The Lyrasis Catalyst Fund is an award program that provides support for new ideas and innovative projects from Lyrasis membership. The fund supports projects advancing the…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What do capacity building grants typically fund?
- Common uses include strategic planning, technology infrastructure (CRM, accounting software, website), staff training and professional development, board development, fundraising infrastructure, evaluation systems, financial management improvements, and organizational assessments. Some also fund mergers, collaborations, and shared services arrangements.
- Which funders offer capacity building grants?
- Notable funders include the Kresge Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, Ford Foundation, and Irvine Foundation. Many community foundations offer local capacity building programs. United Ways fund partner agency capacity. The Nonprofit Finance Fund provides financial capacity building. Tech-specific capacity grants come from TechSoup, Idealware, and Microsoft Philanthropies.
- How do I make the case for a capacity building grant?
- Start with a clear organizational assessment identifying gaps. Show how stronger infrastructure connects to better program outcomes and sustainability. Include specific metrics — current state, target state, and how you'll measure improvement. Funders want to see that capacity investments will have lasting impact beyond the grant period.
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