ECF Helping Today Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The ECF Helping Today Grant supports Erie County nonprofits…
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.
ECF Shaping Tomorrow Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The ECF Shaping Tomorrow Grants aim to empower…
Echoing Green Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Echoing Green Amount: US $80,000 - US $90,000 Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Echoing Green Fellowship empowers innovative leaders…
Overview Ecosystem Grants The Bush Foundation works to inspire and support creative problem solving — within and across sectors — to make our region better for everyone. We know problem solving is…
EDA FY25 Disaster Supplemental Through this Disaster NOFO, EDA will award investments in regions experiencing severe economic distress or other economic harm resulting from hurricanes, wildfires,…
Eden Hall Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eden Hall Foundation Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary Overview No one sees the world like we do. At Eden Hall Foundation, we view our…
Edmonds College Foundation Grants Program Status: Currently not accepting applications (as of the last update) Geographic Scope: Edmonds College, Lynnwood, WA Eligibility: Open to all faculty and…
Edmondson Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $100,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation…
Overview _NOTE:_ * _Due to our multi-year commitments to several organizations, BLBB Charitable is limited in the number of new grantees it can consider._ * _If you are invited to submit a full…
Overview Purpose The Moody Foundation’s Education M-Pact Fund is an annual grantmaking process and a key component of the Foundation’s historic commitment of $1 billion for Texas education over 20…
Edwards Community Endowment Program (ECEP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Edwards…
Eisner Foundation - New York City Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Eisner Foundation Inc. Amount: US $100,000 - US $300,000 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Eisner Foundation in New York…
Eisner Foundation Grant Programs - Los Angeles Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Eisner Foundation Inc. Amount: US $100,000 - US $300,000 Last Updated: September 18, 2025 Summary The Eisner Foundation Grant…
El-Hibri Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: El-Hibri Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The El-Hibri Foundation Grant focuses on advancing the inclusion of American Muslim…
Elaine Jones Safety Net Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Napa Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: May 10, 2025 Summary The Elaine Jones Safety Net Fund supports…
ELEVATE TOGETHER Program Name: ELEVATE TOGETHER™ (powered by Round It Up America®) Funders: - Office Depot & Round It Up America - ODP Corporation (founding partner) - In partnership with: U.S.…
Emergency Action Fund Status: Established in partnership with Albuquerque Community Foundation during COVID-19 pandemic Geographic Scope: Greater Albuquerque Area (Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and…
Emergency and Capacity Building Fund Funder: Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation Geographic Scope: Commonwealth of Virginia and organizations serving Virginia Eligible Applicants: 501(c)(3) nonprofit…
Emergency and Capacity Building Fund Funder: Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation Geographic Scope: Commonwealth of Virginia Eligible Organizations: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located in or…
Emergency Grants Status: Available year-round Geographic Scope: Commonwealth of Kentucky Purpose: Provides emergency funding when a sudden change impacts service delivery of Kentucky nonprofits…
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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