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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Ardath M. Cade Scholarship Fund Arundel Community Development Services Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $6K The Ardath M. Cade Scholarship Fund supports professional development for ACDS staff, Board members, and emerging leaders working in and serving the needs of Anne Arundel County communities.	Not published	$2K – $6K
E.M. Christmas Fund Grant Southern Colorado Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K Easily learn more about the E.M. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 01 Sep 2026. For Good.	Not published	$2K – $5K
NH Volunteer Engagement Program Grants: Project Grants Volunteer NH · Foundation Not published · $15K – $25K The NH Volunteer Engagement Program Grants provide essential funding to organizations in New Hampshire that seek to enhance their volunteer capacity.	Not published	$15K – $25K
Kosasa Foundation Creative Capacity Grant Kosasa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies In Hawai\i, the health and resilience of our environment is inextricably linked to our wellbeing as a community and uniqueness as a place.	Not published	Varies
GWCF: Nonprofit Effectiveness Grant Program (Formerly Mini-Grant Program) Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The GWCF Nonprofit Effectiveness Grant Program focuses on enhancing organizational capacity for 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Worcester County.	Not published	Up to $10K
Arts and Culture Rebuilding Program The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Oregon Department of Justice charity data shows that the majority of registered arts and culture nonprofit organizations in Oregon have annual budgets under $100,000.	Not published	Varies
Oregon Well-Being Trust: Launch Grant Oregon Education Association · Foundation Not published · $10K The Oregon Well-Being Trust: Launch Grant offers one year of funding and small group coaching to organizations aiming to develop comprehensive employee well-being programs.	Not published	$10K
Edwards Community Endowment Program (ECEP) Grant Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Edwards Community Endowment Program (ECEP) offers matching grants to support nonprofit organizations in northwest Connecticut in establishing or augmenting endowment funds.	Not published	Up to $20K
RFQ- Public Housing Repositioning and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Enterprise Community Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Enterprise Initiates Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to Support the Public Housing Repositioning and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Enterprise is seeking qualified subcontractors…	Not published	Varies
MERA Award (Merit and/or ERA Award) Community Services for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide merit and/or expansion-related financial awards to early learning providers at various STAR levels engaged in continuous quality improvement. Pennsylvania early learning and child care programs	Not published	Varies
Quarterly Competitive Grants George and Frances Ball Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The George and Frances Ball Foundation offers Quarterly Competitive Grants to support organizations with 501(c)(3) designations.	Not published	Varies
Kott Gerontology Scholars Program Russell and Josephine Kott Memorial · Foundation Not published · Varies Russell & Josephine Kott Memorial Charitable Trust The Russell & Josephine Kott Memorial Charitable Trust honors the lives of Russell and Josephine Kott.	Not published	Varies
Changemaker Fund Healthy Alliance Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K Kayla Coonrad, Sr. Communications Specialist, Healthy Alliance Caroline Ryan, Marketing Manager, Healthy Alliance Healthy Alliance connects communities facing barriers to a growing social care network (SCN) of organizations.	Not published	$25K
Building the Future Evanston Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K Provide coaching and matching funds to support nonprofit growth and sustainability.	Not published	Up to $25K
NH Volunteer Engagement Grants Volunteer NH · Foundation Not published · Varies Volunteer NH offers grants to support volunteer engagement initiatives in New Hampshire organizations.	Not published	Varies
Traditional Arts Sustainability Grants Alliance for California Traditional Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K This program aims to build the capacity of nonprofit organizations serving low-income communities and communities of color in the Central Coast and San Joaquin Valley.	Not published	Up to $30K
Yukon Community Development Fund: Tier 1 Grant Government of Yukon · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Yukon Community Development Fund: Tier 1 provides essential funding for projects aimed at fostering long-term social and economic benefits in Yukon communities.	Not published	Up to $20K
CPPS Heritage Mission Fund Grant CPPS Heritage Mission Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The CPPS Heritage Mission Fund Grant supports initiatives aligned with Precious Blood Spirituality, focusing on dignity, healing, and community solidarity.	Not published	Varies
Eisner Foundation Grant Programs - Los Angeles The Eisner Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $300K The Eisner Foundation Grant Programs in Los Angeles aim to support innovative intergenerational solutions that strengthen communities.	Not published	$100K – $300K
Land Trust Capacity, Excellence and Stewardship Grants: Janice Hollmann Grant Maryland Environmental Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Janice Hollmann Grant offers up to $10,000 to land trusts in Maryland, requiring a 100% match of in-kind services and private funds. Established in 1990, the grant honors Janice Hollmann's legacy in conservation.	Not published	Up to $10K
Give for Greatness Grants Arts Services Initiative of Western New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Give for Greatness grant provides $2,000 capacity-building grants to micro and small nonprofit arts and cultural organizations located in the New York counties of Erie, Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, and Niagara (and the Native…	Not published	Up to $2K
MSI Grants Forefront · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mission Sustainability Initiative (MSI) at Forefront is dedicated to helping nonprofits thrive by providing the resources for leaders to regularly and thoughtfully explore collaboration and partnership strategies.	Not published	Varies
Freshwater Future Grants for MLSA Member Lake Associations Michigan Lakes and Streams · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Major Construction and Landscape Grants - Design Grants Van Beuren Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Major Construction and Landscape Grants - Design Grants support nonprofit organizations and public institutions in planning significant construction and landscape projects.	Not published	Varies

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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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