Capacity Building Grants

Last updated October 28, 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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Planning & Visioning Organizational Grants Minnesota Black Collective Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Black Collective Foundation MN invests $10,000 in each of emerging and innovative Black-led organizations to support their innovative approaches to Black-led change by building strong systems from the start.	Not published	$10K
RFP-27-HHL-005: Community Capacity Building (Statewide) Dept of Hawaiian Home Lands · State Not published · Varies Grant program focused on building community capacity in existing Hawaiian homesteads. Supports organizational development and strengthening of native Hawaiian communities.	Not published	Varies
Indian Land Tenure Foundation - Cultural Awareness Grant Indian Land Tenure Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Indian Land Tenure Foundation (ILTF) offers a Cultural Awareness Grant aimed at revitalizing the cultural and spiritual values related to Indian land.	Not published	Varies
Entrepreneurs' Fund of New Hampshire (EFNH) AMP NH Award Competition Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K EFNH is an initiative of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation that channels the expertise, energy and passion of the state's leading entrepreneurs to strengthen New Hampshire communities through innovative philanthropy.	Not published	$25K
Nonprofit Savings Account Challenge Grants South Dakota Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $20K The Nonprofit Savings Account Challenge Grants, offered by the South Dakota Community Foundation, aim to strengthen local nonprofits by encouraging donations to new or existing endowment funds.	Rolling	Up to $20K
Ausherman Family Foundation: Capacity Building Grant Ausherman Family Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $25K The Ausherman Family Foundation's Capacity Building Grant aims to enhance the effectiveness of nonprofits in Frederick County, Maryland.	Rolling	$3K – $25K
Cultivate: Leadership Program Crossroads Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A leadership development program. Also referenced as "Cultivate: Women of Color Program" - supporting leadership development for women of color engaged in racial, social, and economic justice work.	Not published	Varies
Collaborative Impact Grant Program Community Foundation of Howard County · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K A one-time grant program designed to encourage nonprofit organizations to collaborate on projects addressing community needs.	Not published	$50K – $150K
EDA FY25 Disaster Supplemental Economic Development Administration · Federal Not published · Up to $50M Through this Disaster NOFO, EDA will award investments in regions experiencing severe economic distress or other economic harm resulting from hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, floods, and other natural disasters occurring in calendar years…	Not published	Up to $50M
Re:Generation Grant Monument Lab Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Re:Generation initiative, supported by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, invites teams to apply for $100,000 in unrestricted funding to create or expand public-facing projects.	Not published	$100K
Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program (MA) Commonwealth of Massachusetts · State Not published · Up to $40K The Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program offers one-time funding for eligible 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts at high risk of terrorist attacks or hate crimes.	Not published	Up to $40K
Community Capacity Grant Program University of Wisconsin - Madison · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Community Capacity Grant Program, established by the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, aims to support Wisconsin-based organizations dedicated to advancing health equity and addressing social determinants of…	Not published	Up to $20K
Nonprofit Growth & Sustainability Grants: General Operating Grants Evanston Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Evanston Community Foundation offers Nonprofit Growth & Sustainability Grants to support general operating costs for nonprofits in Evanston.	Not published	Up to $25K
Community Grants Community Foundation of Jackson Hole · Foundation Not published · $3K – $30K Supporting a range of community needs and promoting a culture of philanthropy in Teton County, Wyoming.	Not published	$3K – $30K
Early Opportunities Initiative Grant Brindle Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Early Opportunities Initiative Grant by the Brindle Foundation aims to enhance early childhood services in New Mexico, focusing on prenatal to age three.	Not published	Up to $20K
Do Something Great Awards - The Ray Batman Nonprofit Professional of the Year Grant Heart of Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Do Something Great Awards, presented by the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation, recognize extraordinary individuals who have significantly impacted Macon County through their dedication and service.	Not published	Varies
Dream Big Technology Grant Kindcause Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dream Big Technology Grant by KindCause.org aims to empower registered 501(c)(3) organizations by funding the implementation of Salesforce CRM.	Not published	Varies
Spirit of St. Louis Women's Giving Fund St Louis Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2M Each year 240 women come together to make a difference in St. Louis through The Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund (SOS). This collaborative fund grows small nonprofits doing extraordinary work in the St. Louis region.	Not published	$2M
Community Foundation for the Alleghenies - Annual Spring and Fall Grants Community Foundation of Greater Johnstown · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies offers Annual Spring and Fall Grants to support nonprofits in Bedford, Cambria, Somerset, and Indiana counties.	Not published	Up to $8K
Yukon Community Development Fund: Tier 3 Grant Government of Yukon · Foundation Not published · $75K The Yukon Community Development Fund: Tier 3 offers substantial financial support for projects aimed at enhancing the economic and social well-being of Yukon communities.	Not published	$75K
Pew Center for Arts & Heritage: Evolving Futures Grants - Planning Grant The Pew Charitable Trusts · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage offers Evolving Futures Grants to support organizations in rethinking their business models for future sustainability.	Not published	Up to $60K
Behavioral Health Care Resiliency Fund Primary Care Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K A loan fund providing capital to behavioral health providers in New York State to address COVID-19 pandemic impacts and support organizational resilience.	Not published	Up to $500K
2026-2028 System of Great Schools: Advisor Pool Management Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $3.8M 2026-2028 System of Great Schools: Advisor Pool Management TEA’s Division of System Support builds the capacity of districts to plan and execute school actions to ensure that every student has access to a high-quality fit school.	Not published	$3.8M
GCRCF: Endowment Challenge Grant Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The GCRCF Endowment Challenge Grant empowers nonprofit organizations in Linn County, Iowa, to strengthen their endowments through matching funds of up to $25,000.	Not published	$25K

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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 28, 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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