NATIVE GOVERNANCE CENTER · Rolling / Open Foundation
Customized Tribal Services (CTS) Program Overview: Provides customized consulting and technical assistance to Native nations in governance and capacity building, ranging from facilitation to…
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 $750
Colorado-Wyoming Association of Museums (CWAM) · Rolling / Open Foundation
CWAM Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado-Wyoming Association of Museums (CWAM) Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The CWAM Grants program, offered by the…
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ALPHAMUNDI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Daraja Impact Funder: Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) Implementer: Small Enterprise Assistance Funds (SEAF) in partnership with AlphaMundi Foundation Program Type: Capital and…
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Delta Analytics · Rolling / Open Foundation
Data Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delta Analytics Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Data Fellowship by Delta Analytics offers a unique opportunity for individuals with strong…
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DAVIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Davie County Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Davie Community Foundation Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Davie County Community Grant, established by the Davie Community Foundation…
US $7,500 - US $75,000
THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dayton Foundation: Discretionary Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $7,500 - US $75,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Dayton Foundation offers discretionary…
US $500 - US $7,500
THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dayton Foundation: Greenlight Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Dayton Foundation's Greenlight Grants offer…
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) · Rolling / Open Foundation
DCNR State and Regional Partnerships' Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The DCNR State and…
More than US $25,000
DELTA DENTAL OF IOWA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
DDIF: System and Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Delta Dental of Iowa…
Up to US $38,000
DEERFIELD CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
Deerfield Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Deerfield Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $38,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Deerfield Charitable Trust, established in…
UNITED WAY OF NORTH CENTRAL NEW · Rolling / Open Foundation
DEI United Fund Status: Active initiative launched by UWCNM and Albuquerque Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Four counties served by UWCNM and ACF (Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and Valencia…
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Delta Analytics · Rolling / Open Foundation
Delta Analytics: Data Service Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delta Analytics Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary Delta Analytics offers the Data…
NATIONAL TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION IN THE UNITED STATES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Descendant and Family Stewardship Initiative Grant Across the country, descendant communities and families are engaged in exciting and groundbreaking efforts to reclaim, rescue, and share…
US $10,000 - US $50,000
THE JONATHAN B AND GLORIA A DETWILER · Rolling / Open Foundation
Detwiler Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Detwiler Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Detwiler Family Foundation Grant aims to…
State of New Jersey Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation
Diabetes Capacity Building Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Health Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Diabetes Capacity Building Grant Program,…
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BLOOMINGTON URBAN ENTERPRISE ASSOCI · Rolling / Open Foundation
Digital Opportunity Grant Overview: To address the challenges of the digital divide identified by ITS' 2020 digital survey, the City has established a digital grants fund to support local nonprofits…
Up to $10,000
NEW YORK METROPOLITAN REFERENCE AND · May 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Digitization Project Grants Purpose: Support digitization projects for METRO members to enhance the quality and accessibility of library and information resources in the metropolitan New York region.…
Minimum $150,000 over three years
MANHATTAN BEACH EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Directed Giving Program Overview: In an effort to increase MBEF's funding potential to strengthen academic and enrichment programs for students, MBEF's Board of Directors encourages donor-directed…
Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) · Rolling / Open State
http://dvnf.org/our-work/grants/" href="http://dvnf.org/our-work/grants/">Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF): Capacity Building Grants - Organization: Disabled Veterans National…
Up to $1,000
PETOSKEY-HARBOR SPRINGS AREA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Discretionary Grants Overview: The Discretionary Fund invests in the quality of life of the community on a smaller scale with quicker turnaround than regular responsive cycles. Geographic Scope:…
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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