Capacity Building Grants

Last updated October 29, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,339 active capacity building grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 62 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 713 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 1,339; from 960 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $10K–$100K
Total listed funding: $137.9M; across 713 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 57; 78 with a published date

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Orville W. Forté Charitable Foundation Grant Orville W. Forté Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Orville W. Forté Charitable Foundation supports organizations aiding disadvantaged youth in Greater Boston. Grants primarily focus on general operating and program support, with occasional funding for equipment or capital needs.	Not published	Varies
Nonprofit Leadership Cohort Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program listed among the foundation's grant programs and scholarships.	Not published	Varies
Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Centers National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Aging intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for the Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Centers (OAICs) award.	Forecast	Varies
CSA Angels Project Grant Costume Society of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The CSA Angels Project, initiated in 2006, provides critical conservation and curatorial support to small institutions with costume collections in proximity to the CSA National Symposium.	Not published	Up to $3K
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides grants to early-stage social entrepreneurs working on scalable solutions to pressing social and environmental issues.	Not published	Up to $300K
Strategic Partnership Fund Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Empowering generous people with meaningful giving opportunities Since 1968, The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region (CFGCR) has been dedicated to improving the quality…	Not published	Varies
Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus - Implementation Grants The Kresge Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Planning and Implementation Grants page can be found here._ About KIP:D+ (Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus) KIP:D+ is a grant program that supports nonprofits in their work to improve the quality of life and strengthen…	Not published	Varies
Stanislaus Wet Lab & Training Facilities Fund Grant BEAM Circular Accelerator · Foundation Not published · $10K – $500K The Stanislaus Wet Lab & Training Facilities Fund, managed by BEAM Circular, offers grants between $10,000 and $500,000 to enhance wet lab and job training facilities in Stanislaus County.	Not published	$10K – $500K
Strategic Collaborations Sisters of Charity Foundation of Canton · Foundation Not published · Varies Led by a collaborative group including the Foundation to find ways to improve or streamline community services. Foundation investments may include significant funding or extensive staff time for research and development.	Not published	Varies
Youth Service Capacity-Building Grants William T Grant Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $60K The Youth Service Capacity-Building Grants program, initiated by the William T. Grant Foundation, aims to strengthen small nonprofit organizations in New York City that serve youth aged 5 to 25.	Not published	$60K
Resilient Power Leadership Initiative (RPLI) Clean Energy Group Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Clean Energy Group's (VT) Resilient Power Leadership Initiative provides $10,000 grants plus tailored technical assistance to community-based organizations building internal capacity around energy resilience; 17+ have been awarded and…	Not published	Up to $10K
Small Grants Program Christian Connections for International Health · Foundation Not published · Varies CCIH awards small grants to its members to build their capacity and support their health programs, as funds are available.	Not published	Varies
Capacity Building & Advocacy Grants Ethel and James Flinn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Ethel and James Flinn Foundation aims to enhance mental health services in Michigan through its Capacity Building & Advocacy Grants.	Not published	Up to $50K
Taylor Foundation Grants The Taylor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Taylor Foundation, established in 2012, is committed to supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that align with its mission of promoting family values, healthcare, and education.	Not published	Varies
Grant for Community Capacity Building (Statewide) Dept of Hawaiian Home Lands · State Not published · Varies Grant funding to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a purpose to benefit native Hawaiians.	Not published	Varies
Fiscal Sponsorship Program SF Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Pride Celebration Cmte · Foundation Rolling · Varies SF Pride offers fiscal sponsorship services for independent LGBTQ+-focused projects and programs seeking nonprofit status and tax-deductible donation capability.	Rolling	Varies
Cooper Foundation Grant Cooper Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cooper Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Nebraska, especially in Lincoln and Lancaster County.	Not published	Varies
Cultural Sustainability: Equity-Based Operating Grants Arts Midwest Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Arts Midwest is now accepting applications for Cultural Sustainability: Equity-Based Operating Grants, a pilot program that offers grants of up to $67,000 to small arts and culture organizations that are rooted in communities of color.	Not published	Varies
Strategic Projects: Equipment & Technology Grants M J Murdock Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $50K The M J Murdock Charitable Trust offers Strategic Projects: Equipment & Technology Grants to nonprofits in the Pacific Northwest.	Not published	$50K
Deerfield Charitable Trust Grant Deerfield Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $38K The Deerfield Charitable Trust, established in 2010, supports charitable, scientific, literary, educational, and religious endeavors in Northern Tioga County, Pennsylvania.	Not published	Up to $38K
Critical Needs List Grant Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Critical Needs List by Community Foundation Tampa Bay addresses urgent, unforeseen needs of nonprofits that threaten their ability to serve the community.	Not published	Up to $250K
Illinois Welcoming Center Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · Varies The Illinois Welcoming Center provides essential services to immigrants, refugees, and Limited English Proficient populations.	Not published	Varies
Groundwork Grants II - Major Projects Myriad Consulting & Training · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K Groundwork Grants II - Major Projects aims to enhance disaster preparedness for California's cultural heritage collections, which face increasing threats from natural disasters.	Not published	Up to $150K
Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants Program Whitefish Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Whitefish Community Foundation recognizes that nonprofit boards and staff with access to capacity-building software and training resources are better equipped to deliver excellent programs.	Not published	Varies

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About 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do capacity building grants award?

Of the 1,339 capacity building grants Grantable lists as of October 29, 2026, 713 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $100K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most capacity building grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Greater Salina Community Foundation (17), Enterprise Community Partners Inc (9), Program to Aid Citizen Enterprise Inc (8), National Institutes of Health (7), and The Rhode Island Community Foundation (7). In all, 960 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are capacity building grants due?

Of 1,339 grants listed, 57 accept applications on a rolling basis, 78 have a published upcoming deadline, 214 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 990 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 49% fall in October–December.

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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