Capacity Building Grants

Last updated August 24, 2026

There are currently 1,321 active capacity building grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	ToolBox Grants Program: Building Nonprofit Capacity to Combat Poverty in Our Neighborhoods	Community Foundation of North Texas (tax	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Midwest Asset Management University Cohort Grant	Enterprise Community Partners Inc	Rolling	Varies
State	Maryland Nonprofit Development Center Program and Funds - Nonprofit, Interest-Free Micro Bridge Loan Account (NIMBL)	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Pooled Funds	The New World Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Community Grant Program	Community Foundation of Elmira-corning	Rolling	$2K – $40K
Foundation	Junior League of Springfield Capacity Building Fund	Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Infrastructure Opportunities Grants	Inatai Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Black Student Success Capacity Building Grants	The Oregon Community Foundation	Rolling	Up to $50K
Foundation	ADO Grant Writer Program Award	Economic Development Council Of	Rolling	$30K
Foundation	Capacity Building Grant Program	Foundation for Community Health Inc	Rolling	$30K
Foundation	FACF: Community Grants - General Community Grants	Fremont Area Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Building Capacity Together	Moses Cone - Wesley Long Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Community Resilience Initiative Bridge Grants	Greater Washington Community Foundation	Rolling	Up to $100K
Foundation	The Gert Town Community Fund Grant	The Greater New Orleans Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	HFCM: Activation Fund Grant	The Health Foundation of Central Massach	Rolling	$50K – $125K
State	Maryland Nonprofit Navigator	Maryland Department of Commerce	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Peter H. Brink Leadership Fund	National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Ardath M. Cade Scholarship Fund	Arundel Community Development	Rolling	$2K – $6K
Foundation	E.M. Christmas Fund Grant	Southern Colorado Community Foundat	Rolling	$2K – $5K
Foundation	NH Volunteer Engagement Program Grants: Project Grants	Volunteer Nh	Rolling	$15K – $25K
Foundation	Kosasa Foundation Creative Capacity Grant	Kosasa Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	GWCF: Nonprofit Effectiveness Grant Program (Formerly Mini-Grant Program)	Greater Worcester Community Foundation	Rolling	Up to $10K
Foundation	Arts and Culture Rebuilding Program	The Oregon Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Oregon Well-Being Trust: Launch Grant	Oregon Education Association	Rolling	$10K

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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.

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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