Jerry Greenfield National Grassroots Organizing Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ben & Jerry's Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Grassroots…
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.
Jewell County Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Jewell County Community Fund, part of the Greater Salina…
Overview The Community Foundation of the Ozarks is committed to achieving positive impact with regard to broad community issues Springfield-Greene County. Addressing one component of a large-scale…
JFGS: Small Agency Sustainability Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary The JFGS Small Agency…
JLH: Community Assistance Pilot Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Junior League Of Houston Inc Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The Junior League of Houston is introducing…
John Krakauer Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Krakauer Charitable Trust Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The John Krakauer Charitable Trust,…
Overview Emerging Equity Partnership Grant John Rex Endowment is offering a three-year funding opportunity as a vehicle for capacity building across the social emotional health ecosystem, of which we…
Jolley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jolley Foundation Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Jolley Foundation Grant offers up to $100,000 to charitable…
Joseph M. Bryan Human Services Grant (Bryan) Overview: The Joseph M. Bryan Foundation established the grant program in 1996 to recognize Bryan's lifelong commitment to the welfare of the Greensboro…
Jump Start Grant Program Overview: A new initiative designed to help Texas-Oklahoma Kiwanis clubs grow and thrive. Geographic Scope: Texas-Oklahoma Kiwanis District Eligibility: - Newly chartered…
Overview NOTE: Jumpstart grants will not be available for 2024-2025. At a Glance Jumpstart is a yearlong program administered by Network for Good (NFG) to build fundraising capacity for nonprofit…
Overview Grant Program Overview The Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln accepts grant applications for several programs and charitable funds throughout the year. The Community Foundation…
Kadimah (Moving Forward) Grants Funder: Robison Foundation for Jewish Elders Mission: Enhance the lives of elders in the Jewish community of greater Portland by supporting their social, spiritual,…
Kansas Career Pathway Mini-Grant Funder: Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) Website: kccto.org Overview: One of the primary outcomes of The Career Pathway (CP) initiative is to engage…
Kathleen & Joseph M. Bryan Community Enrichment and Venture Grant (CEVG) Overview: CEVG began in 1967 to promote the improvement of human service delivery through innovative programs. The name was…
Kauai United Way Funding for Participating Agencies Geographic Scope: Kauai, Hawaii Focus Areas: Human services to the people of Kauai Funding Period: July through June (annual cycle) Eligibility…
Kauffman Foundation: Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Amount: US $100,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Kauffman…
Kauffman Foundation: Collective Impact Grant - Planning Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Kauffman…
KBC Capacity Grant Initiative Funder: Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC) Geographic Scope: Kansas Focus Areas: Building capacity of local breastfeeding coalitions to support breastfeeding families…
Kelley Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edward Bangs Kelley and Elza Kelley Foundation Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Kelley Foundation Grant Program provides funding to…
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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