Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 1,331 active capacity building grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal, 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.
FY2026 - Historic Preservation Fund- Annual Tribal Historic Preservation Office Grants This funding program supports the operation of Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (THPOs) within allowable…
FY27 480-20-3956 AOK Networks Evaluation & Systems Support The Awardee will provide statewide evaluation, systems support, data management, training, and technical assistance for the All Our Kids…
FY27 Request for Proposals - Quality Improvement for Child Care Providers Funder: Thriving Families Alliance Early Childhood Iowa Board Posted: February 25, 2026 Geographic Scope Child Care Providers…
GA Arts: Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Council for the Arts Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The GA Arts: Project Grant, offered by the Georgia…
Gallatin County Nonprofit Vitality Grant Overview: A grant program funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars allocated by the Gallatin County Commission through One Valley Community…
Garden Futures Grants Organization: The Garden Conservancy Geographic Scope: United States Purpose: Awards grants to small public gardens and nonprofit organizations that make a significant impact in…
Gateway Children’s Charity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Youthbridge Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: August 09, 2025 Summary The Gateway Children’s Charity Grant, offered…
GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Capacity Building and Operational Support Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenwood County Community Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026…
GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Innovation Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenwood County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The GCCF Community Impact…
GCRCF: Endowment Challenge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The GCRCF Endowment Challenge Grant…
GCRCF: Organization Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Greater Cedar Rapids Community…
GCRCF: Program Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Greater Cedar Rapids Community…
GCRCF: Rapid Response Grants (formerly President’s Grants) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Greater…
Gender Economic Equity Program (GEEP) Status: Inaugural cohort awarded June 2025; applications by invitation only Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia region Program Focus: Investing in the care…
General BCSF Grant Application Organization: Bethel Community Services Foundation (BCSF) Geographic Scope: Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region, Alaska Focus Areas: BCSF considers three sizes of grants…
General Grant Program for Girl-Focused Nonprofits Funder: S.H.A.U.N. Foundation for Girls (CA, US) Overview: The S.H.A.U.N. Foundation for Girls partners with girl-focused nonprofits and their…
General Operating Grants Spring Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vna Foundation Of Greater North Penn Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The VNA Foundation of Greater North Penn…
General Support Grants Overview: Unrestricted general operating support to enhance capacity, strengthen abilities, and respond to challenges and opportunities to expand or improve services. Funding…
GFF Civil Society and Youth-Led Organizations Grants Organization: Population Action International (PAI) in partnership with Global Financing Facility (GFF) Status: Active with multiple rounds. First…
GIFT VII Community Leadership Grant Funder: Lilly Endowment Inc., through the Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT VII) initiative Geographic Scope: Jefferson County, Indiana Program Overview:…
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.