Catholic Extension · Rolling / Open Foundation
Catholic School Sustainability Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Catholic Extension Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Catholic School Sustainability Initiative Grant aims to support…
Capacity Building Grants
Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 1,332 active capacity building grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
1,332 grants
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What capacity building grants are open right now?
Up to US $10,000
CENTRAL NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Cayuga Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central New York Community Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Cayuga Community Fund, established by…
LANCASTER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
CBO Fuel Grants: CBO Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lancaster County Community Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The CBO Fuel Grants support community…
US $30,000
CHAFFEE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
CCCF: Community Grants Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chaffee County Community Foundation Amount: US $30,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The CCCF: Fall Community Grants support local…
US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
CCF: Strengthening Nonprofits Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: Strengthening…
Up to US $5,000
CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
CCFC Capacity Building Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Carolina Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The CCFC Capacity Building Mini-Grants…
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COMMUNITY LIFT CORP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
CDC Capacity Fund Overview: The CDC Capacity Fund grant was established to address the severe underfunding of the local CDC sector and to help build organizational and operational capacity. This is…
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COMMUNITY LIFT CORP · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
CDC Pre-Development Fund Overview: The CDC Predevelopment Grant Fund is specifically tailored to support the initiatives of CDCs in Memphis' under-resourced communities. It provides financial…
Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation
Center for School Actions and Technical Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Center for School Actions and Technical Assistance,…
Up to US $10,000
CENTRAL KENTUCKY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Central Kentucky Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kentucky Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary Overview Mission Central…
COBB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Credential and Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cobb Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: January 31, 2026 Summary Overview Our History…
Up to US $5,000
Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation
CF Lowcountry: Organizational Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Community…
US $50,000 - US $150,000
COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
CF Sector Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview The Columbus Foundation In 1943, during the…
US $7,350
COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
CF Summer Fellowship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $7,350 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary Overview CF Summer Fellowship Program The Summer Fellowship…
US $1,000 - US $10,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
CFB: Competitive Grants- Brevard Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Brevard Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: April 09, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grants program by the…
US $1,000 - US $10,000
Community Foundation of the Central Blue Ridge · Rolling / Open Foundation
CFCBR: Community Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Central Blue Ridge Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The Community Grants…
US $500 - US $5,000
COLLIER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
CFCC: Capacity Grants for Small Non-profits Status: ACTIVE Funder: Collier Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Collier Community Foundation…
Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
CFCC: The Leonard & Dorothy Swenson Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview Note: The grants committee will consider…
Up to US $15,000
Community Foundation of Central Illinois · Rolling / Open Foundation
CFCI: Community Needs Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Illinois Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Central…
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DEKALB COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: While submissions are accepted at any time, grants are awarded quarterly. Grant proposals submitted after the quarterly due dates will be considered for the following quarter._ Grants…
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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