Capacity Building Grants

Last updated August 25, 2026

There are currently 1,321 active capacity building grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Weitz Fellows Grant	Weitz Family Foundation	Rolling	$57K
Foundation	The Bunbury Fund – Nonprofit Capacity Building	Princeton Area Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Annual Grant	Peaks Island Fund Inc	Rolling	Up to $10K
Foundation	Phoenix Pride Community Grants Program	Phoenix Pride Inc	Rolling	$5K – $13K
Foundation	HRMC Community Health Grant Program	The Don & Sybil Harrington	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Empire Health Foundation Sponsorship	Empire Health Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	The Assisi Foundation of Memphis Grant	The Assisi Foundation of Memphis Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	TCFNF: The Arts - Art Ventures - Small Arts Organizations Grant	The Community Foundation For	Rolling	$10K
Foundation	Fiscal Sponsorships	Community Foundation of Wabash	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Planning and Technical Assistance Grant Program	Berkshire Taconic Community	Rolling	Up to $10K
Foundation	African American Unity Fund Grant	Omaha Community Foundation	Rolling	Up to $30K
Foundation	TANF Employment & Training Special Project - Community Resource Development Program Grant	Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services	Rolling	Up to $75K
Foundation	Texas Women’s Foundation’s Community Grant	Texas Women's Foundation	Rolling	Up to $40K
Foundation	AmeriCorps Oregon Planning Grants	OregonServes State Service Commission	Rolling	Up to $75K
Foundation	Wellness Grants for Leaders and Frontline Workers	The Lumpkin Family Foundation	Rolling	Up to $10K
Foundation	African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund Grants	National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States	Rolling	$50K – $150K
Foundation	Helping Hands Scholarship	Handson Northwest North Carolina	Rolling	50% of program cost (partial scholarship)
Foundation	Speckhard-Knight Charitable Foundation Grant	Speckhard-knight Charitable Foundation	Rolling	$2K – $15K
Foundation	The Thiru Family Trust Momentum Maker Grant	Arizona Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants	March Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Steve Sullivan Professional Development Funding Grant	Mibor Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Henry Luce Foundation Grant - Mid-Career Faculty Study	Albion College	Rolling	$50K
Foundation	Planning Grants	Hampton Roads Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Story County Community Foundation: Capacity Building Grant	Story County Community Foundation	Rolling	Up to $5K

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About 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.

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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