Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 1,331 active capacity building grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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 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…
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…
The Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council is accepting proposals to support the Developmental Disabilities Community Advocacy Coalition through coordination, facilitation and…
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,…
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…
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…
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:…
District Grants - Rotary International District 5000 Geographic Scope: Hawaii (District 5000), with support for local and international projects Focus Areas: - Humanitarian projects, including…
Do Something Great Awards - The Ray Batman Nonprofit Professional of the Year Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Heart of Illinois Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Do Something…
Overview Dogwood Health Trust Dogwood Health Trust was created in 2018, but our ethos was inspired by a tradition of caring for a community that is more than a century old and rooted in our…
Dogwood Health Trust: Organizational Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dogwood Health Trust Amount: US $15,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Summary The Dogwood Health Trust…
Donald W. Reynolds Community Non-Profit Center: Resident Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Donald W. Reynolds Community…
Donald W. Reynolds Community Non-Profit Center: Storage Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: August 31, 2025…
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation…
Dream Big Technology Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kindcause Inc. Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Dream Big Technology Grant by KindCause.org aims to empower registered 501(c)(3)…
Dream Up! Child Care Supply-Building Grant Funder: Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) and First Children's Finance Award Details: $75,000 grant received by Oshkosh Area United Way…
Dubuque Racing Association Core Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dubuque Racing Association Ltd Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Dubuque Racing Association Core Grants…
Duke Endowment: Rural Church Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Duke Endowment Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Duke Endowment's Rural Church Grants aim to empower rural United Methodist…
Dunham Foundation Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dunham Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary Overview Note: We will consider multiple nonprofits…
Durfee Foundation Lark Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Durfee Foundation Amount: US $30,000 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Durfee Foundation, established in 1960, provides…
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.