Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 1,331 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.
Overview _NOTE: Organizations interested in applying for a Community Opportunities grant must contact the Program Director to discuss the proposal._ Grantmaking at CFNIL CFNIL has been building…
Community Partner Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Will County Last Updated: April 15, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Will County offers Community Partner Grants to…
Community Partner Resilience Grant Purpose: Provides funding for nonprofits directly impacted by federal funding cuts or changes in federal policy. Focus: Addresses the Foundation's response to…
Community Partners: Comprehensive Fiscal Sponsorship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Partners Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary Community Partners offers comprehensive fiscal sponsorship…
Community Reconstruction Fund Overview: Supports renovation and construction of office facilities and education on development alternatives. Geographic Scope: National Focus Areas: - Renovation and…
Community Resilience Grants 2026 Geographic Scope: Western Massachusetts (Hampden, Hampshire, and Franklin Counties) Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Contact: - Address: 333…
Community Resilience Initiative Bridge Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Greater Washington Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Community…
Community Responsive Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stark Community Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $50,000 Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Stark Community Foundation's Community…
Community Vision Fund- Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $5,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary Overview…
Community Vision Fund- Technical Assistance Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary Overview…
Overview Community Wealth Building RFP In partnership with the San Joaquin Community Foundation, Edge Collaborative is proud to invite proposals for projects that lead to real estate acquisition or…
Overview _NOTE: The Foundation will not review unsolicited proposals. In general, the first step in the RFP application process is to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) or short Concept Note. FORE will…
Conagra Brands Foundation Capacity-Building Grant Funder: Conagra Brands Foundation (in partnership with Feeding America) Amount: $50,000 Focus Areas: - Food bank capacity building - Infrastructure…
Conservation Challenge 0 - Groundwork For Collaboration Fund 2026 Status: Active, launched December 2, 2025 Purpose: Supports critical early engagement work between Wise Ancestors and potential…
Consultant Support Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Greater New Haven Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation for Greater…
Consultant Support Program Purpose: Short-term consultancy for organizations building capacity Focus Areas: - Governance - Fundraising - HR - Planning Award Amount: Varies Application Status: Ongoing…
Contra Costa Health Staff Grant Requests Geographic Scope: Internal to Contra Costa Health (CCH) staff only Purpose: The Contra Costa Regional Health Foundation (CCRHF) provides funding for…
Cook Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cook Family Foundation Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Cook Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents…
Cooper Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cooper Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Cooper Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Nebraska, especially in…
Cooperative Leadership Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ralph K. Morris Foundation Amount: US $300 - US $1,500 Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The Ralph K. Morris Foundation offers…
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.
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.
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.