Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 1,332 active capacity building grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) Funder: San Antonio Housing Trust (SAHT) and San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation (SAHTPFC) Status: Active (RFA released November 6, 2024)…
Residential Treatment Facility Capital Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: US $59,240,000 Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary…
Resiliency Grants Program Overview: Provides institutional strengthening and capacity building support for nonprofit organizations Award Amount: In 2025, $58,600 was distributed to four organizations…
Responsive Funding Geographic Scope: Lakewood, OH Funder: Healthy Lakewood Foundation Program Description: Responsive Funding enables a faster response to emerging community needs, time-sensitive…
Responsive Grants Funder: AIDS Funding Collaborative (AFC) Overview: 1-year grants to support the AFC's strategic priorities in response to community needs and organizational proposals. Geographic…
Rest Grants Overview: WFO provides flexible, trust-based grants designed to support women nonprofit leaders in Oregon by funding rest, recovery, and restorative practices. These grants are part of…
Revolving Public Media Fund (RPMF) Funder: FJC: A Foundation of Philanthropic Funds (established fund at Public Radio Capital/Public Media Company) Total Fund Amount: $100,000 (initial establishment…
RFP- Capacity Building and Technical Assistance Funds for Jurisdictions Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated:…
RFP- Rural Rental Housing Preservation Academy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Enterprise Community Partners Inc Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The RFP for the Rural Rental Housing Preservation…
Grant funding for nonprofit organizations to support community capacity building initiatives. Part of the Native Hawaiian Development Program Plan to benefit native Hawaiians.
RFP: Press Forward Chicago – Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Chicago Community Trust Amount: US $25,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Press Forward Chicago…
Overview Enterprise Initiates Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to Support the Public Housing Repositioning and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program Technical Assistance and Capacity Building…
RIC Foundation- Catalyst Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: April 10, 2025 Summary The RIC Foundation's Catalyst Grants…
Rick Steves Europe Fund – Capacity Grants Funder: Rick Steves' Europe Geographic Scope: Snohomish County, WA Award Amount: Maximum $5,000 per grant Focus Areas: Enable Snohomish County nonprofits to…
RIF Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary The Rhode Island Foundation's RIF Capacity…
RIF Community Priority Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The RIF Community Priority Grants,…
RISE Grant Program Funder: United Food Bank (UFB) Program Name: RISE (Revitalize, Inspire, Support, Empower) Award Amount: $10,000 per grant Geographic Scope: Arizona, with focus on partner agencies…
Rising STARS Support Grant Program: Keystone STARS (an initiative of the Office of Child Development and Early Learning - OCDEL) Purpose: Provide financial support to early learning and school-age…
Rising Tide Overview: Rising Tide is an innovative program for nonprofits to earn low-risk interest income on idle capital while maintaining liquidity. Program Details: - Interest Rate: Minimum 5%…
Risk Management Awards Status: 2025 submissions closed; 2026 details to be announced early 2026 Funder: HAI Group Award Categories: Five distinct categories recognizing excellence in safety and risk…
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.
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.
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.