Innovation/Seed Grants Geographic Scope: Alliant University California campuses (San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, Fresno, Irvine) Award Amount: Grants ranging from $2,500 to $21,000 per project…
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.
Institute 2 Innovate (I2i) Program Capacity Building For Violence Prevention Programs NOFO (IL) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Amount: Up to US $250,000…
Institutional Challenge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William T Grant Foundation Inc Amount: US $650,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Institutional Challenge Grant aims to foster…
Institutional Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wake Forest University Amount: US $100,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The Institutional Impact Grants by Wake Forest…
Institutional Support for Capacity Building Grant for Historic Preservation Nonprofits Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development Amount: US $5,000 - US…
Intensive Services Program Overview: PACE's oldest ongoing program designed to develop stronger, more resilient community-based nonprofit organizations that effectively serve the community.…
Internal Diversity, Equity & Action (IDEA) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central New York Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Internal Diversity, Equity & Action…
INTERVALS Overview: A program that supports equity-centered organizations and leaders through structured learning, peer exchange, and applied practice. The program strengthens organizational capacity…
Invest in Our Future Philanthropic Grant Status: AWARDED - NCEF received $550,000 grant announced May 15, 2024 Funding Source: Invest in Our Future - a philanthropic effort supported by national…
Ira W. DeCamp Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ira W. DeCamp Foundation Amount: Up to US $400,000 Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Ira W. DeCamp Foundation Grant, established in 1970,…
Island Foundation New Bedford Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Island Foundation Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Island Foundation offers grants to support community-focused projects in…
Overview J. Alex and Vivian G. Mull Foundation Charitable Fund The J. Alex and Vivian G. Mull Foundation Charitable Fund will accept grant applications from tax-exempt, 501(c) (3) organizations that…
J. J. Keller Foundation: Challenge Match Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: J. J. Keller Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The J. J. Keller Foundation offers Challenge Match Grants…
J. Michael Coleman Scholarship Overview: Created by BOMA International Foundation in honor of Mike Coleman, a long-time BOMA leader and advocate for professional excellence. This scholarship supports…
Overview Helping people access and explore life outside the box At Jack in the Box, we know the value of being original. For over 70 years, our unique style and way of doing things has revolutionized…
Jane’s Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Russell Family Foundation Amount: Approximately US $10,700 Last Updated: July 07, 2025 Summary Jane's Fellowship Program, established by The Russell…
Janice Hollmann Grant Purpose: To build sustainable land trusts by increasing organizational capacity, developing community programs and services, implementing Standards and Practices, and increasing…
Japan America Society / Japan Society Capacity Building Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Japan Foundation, New York Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Summary The Japan America…
JB White Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Amount: Approximately US $2,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The JB White Fund Grant,…
JCC Culture: Creating Safety Respect and Equity within the JCC Movement Overview: A pilot program funded by The Safety Respect Equity Coalition (SRE) to help individual JCCs shift culture around…
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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