Capacity Building Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,339 active capacity building grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Durfee Foundation Lark Awards Grant Durfee Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K The Durfee Foundation, established in 1960, provides significant funding to support innovative nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County.	Not published	$30K
Southwest Tribal Resilience Academy - Resilience Capacity Grant Enterprise Community Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K Enterprise Community Partners is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground.	Not published	$25K
OCCF: Tescott Community Fund Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to build permanent endowment funds and meet charitable community needs.	Not published	Varies
Field Studies by Arts Service Organizations Rooted in Communities of Color The Wallace Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wallace Foundation invites arts service organizations founded by, for, and with communities of color to propose research projects that answer important questions related to the arts communities they serve.	Not published	Varies
FCP: Nonprofit Growth Grants - MS in Nonprofit Leadership Foundations Community Partnership · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The FCP Nonprofit Growth Grants support organizational development for nonprofits in Bucks County, offering up to $10,000. Eligible organizations must address behavioral health and human service needs for children and families.	Not published	Up to $10K
Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lakes Area Medical Development Association Fund, managed by the Initiative Foundation, supports health and wellness projects in the Brainerd Lakes area of Central Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Challenge 0 - Groundwork For Collaboration Fund 2026 Biocomplexity Survival Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports critical early engagement work between Wise Ancestors and potential community partners, particularly Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs), during the initial exploration phase before full Conservation Challenge…	Not published	Varies
ACF Flexible Microgrants Program Athens County Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K The ACF Flexible Microgrants Program provides gap-filling support of up to $3,000 per organization per year to organizations serving Athens County, OH — covering operational costs, rent, staff wellness, capacity-building, salaries, and…	Rolling	Up to $3K
ArtsEverywhere Grants Community Foundation of St Joseph County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The ArtsEverywhere Grants, funded by the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County, aim to enrich local arts and culture through substantial support for innovative projects.	Not published	Up to $10K
Spur Community Grants: Capacity Building Grants Spur Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: If you have no relationship or previous point of contact with Spur, we ask that you contact a Spur staff member before applying._ From educational opportunities and environmental causes to arts and culture events and community…	Not published	Varies
Jewell County Community Fund Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jewell County Community Fund, part of the Greater Salina Community Foundation, aims to enhance community welfare by providing grants for various projects and programs.	Not published	Varies
Martha Levensaler Leadership Fund Grant Alaska Conservation Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Martha Levensaler Leadership Fund honors Martha's legacy as a committed leader in Alaska's conservation community.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Capacity Building Grants Community Foundation of Greenville Inc · Foundation Not published · $6K – $17K The Community Foundation of Greenville allocates funds for Capacity Building Grants based on income generated by the Foundation's unrestricted endowment and donor contributions.	Not published	$6K – $17K
Local History Grants for Collections Care and Access: Mini-Grant Funding Wisconsin Historical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $700 The Local History Grants for Collections Care and Access provide funding up to $700 for historical societies in Wisconsin to enhance their collections management and preservation efforts.	Not published	Up to $700
Royal CU and ECCF Nonprofit Professional Development Grant Program Eau Claire Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Royal CU and ECCF Nonprofit Professional Development Grant Program, funded by the Eau Claire Community Foundation, supports local nonprofits in Eau Claire by providing grants for professional development training.	Not published	Up to $500
Strategic Projects: Program & Staff Grants M J Murdock Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $50K The M J Murdock Charitable Trust offers the Strategic Projects: Program & Staff Grants to support nonprofits in the Pacific Northwest. These grants focus on capacity-building for mission-driven projects and infrastructure investments.	Not published	$50K
The Sustain Fund Grant Global Fund for Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Sustain Fund Grant aims to empower Black feminist movements by providing core, long-term, and flexible funding.	Not published	$100K
Strategic Action Planning (SAP) Program Program to Aid Citizen Enterprise Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies PACE's Strategic Action Planning program has measurably increased the organizational capacity of 23 African American-led and governed organizations over ten years.	Not published	Varies
Capacity Building Grants (Food Pantry/Partner Agencies) Good Shepherd Food Bank · Foundation Not published · Varies Support the Food Bank's partner network in increasing food access in local communities through organizational and financial stability, program quality, and growth.	Not published	Varies
Organizational Development (OD) Grants Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Community Foundation for Monterey County offers Organizational Development (OD) Grants to enhance the capacity of nonprofits in the region.	Not published	$5K – $10K
LSTA: Mini Grants (NV) Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The LSTA Mini Grants in Nevada provide funding up to $10,000 for libraries to support innovative and sustainable projects. Applicants must consult with the LSTA Coordinator and attend a mandatory webinar.	Not published	Up to $15K
Bright & Early DuPage Grant -New Collaboration Development The Dupage Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Bright & Early DuPage (B&ED), an initiative of DuPage Foundation, is a unique program designed to leverage area resources to ensure that all DuPage children from birth to age five receive the comprehensive support critical in preparing…	Not published	Varies
Detwiler Family Foundation Grant The Jonathan B and Gloria a Detwiler · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Detwiler Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the lives of children in local communities through support for educational and artistic programs.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Ochylski Family Foundation Grants Ochylski Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $75K The Ochylski Family Foundation supports registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations through grants aimed at enhancing their operational capacity.	Not published	$50K – $75K

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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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