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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HARRIS & ELIZA KEMPNER FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Must complete an eligibility screening._ * _Our intention with this Eligibility Screen is to help potential applicants determine if they meet the Kempner Fund's criteria…

THE KJELLSTROM FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

KFF: Challenge Grants & Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Kjellstrom Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Kjellstrom Family…

THE KJELLSTROM FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

KFF: Interim Grants for Emergent Matters Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Kjellstrom Family Foundation Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Kjellstrom Family Foundation, established in 2004,…

KIWANIS FOUNDATION OF TAMPA INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Kiwanis 100th Anniversary Grant Amount: $100,000 Geographic Scope: Hillsborough County, Florida Focus Areas: Early childhood development and early childhood school readiness Eligible Uses: - Capital…

KOSASA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Kosasa Foundation Mission In Hawai\`i, the health and resilience of our environment is inextricably linked to our wellbeing as a community and uniqueness as a place. We invest in efforts to…

RUSSELL AND JOSEPHINE KOTT MEMORIAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Russell & Josephine Kott Memorial Charitable Trust The Russell & Josephine Kott Memorial Charitable Trust honors the lives of Russell and Josephine Kott. Their bequest created a resource…

US $5,000 - US $50,000
KYRIAS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kyrias Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kyrias Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Kyrias Foundation Grants aim to support innovative and…

COMMUNITY PARTNERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

LA28 Resilience Champions Fund Status: Program mentioned in site navigation but no detailed information provided in available content Note: This fund is referenced in Community Partners' main…

LOS ALAMOS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LACF Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Los Alamos Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The LACF Capacity Building Grants provide up to…

Latah County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Latah County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Latah County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Latah County Community Foundation…

HISPANIC FOUNDATION OF SILICON VALLEY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Latino Board Leadership Academy (LBLA) Funder: Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley Geographic Scope: Silicon Valley (Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties) Program Type: Leadership development and…

Lake Champlain Basin Program · Rolling / Open Foundation

LCBP: Organizational Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lake Champlain Basin Program Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) offers…

LA CROSSE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LCCF Nonprofit Capacity Building Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: La Crosse Community Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $90,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The LCCF Nonprofit Capacity…

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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