Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 1,332 active capacity building grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from 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.
Overview Background As part of our ongoing commitment to community development and the development and preservation of affordable housing in underserved communities, Enterprise is pleased to announce…
Overview This funding opportunity builds on initiatives like Promising Minds to improve mental and behavioral health systems for children and families. Funds will be awarded to programs that build…
SEED Lab Pre-Accelerator Program Type: 8-month pre-accelerator for social entrepreneurs Overview: Caravanserai's signature 8-month pre-accelerator designed to empower a new generation of social…
Seeds of Sustainability- Capacity Building Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Western New York Foundation Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Seeds of Sustainability Capacity Building Grant…
Seize the Moment Fund-Cloud County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $500 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Seize the Moment Fund-Cloud…
Servant Leadership Grant Program Overview: Created in 2019, the Servant Leadership Grant program honors and amplifies WECU employees' commitment to community service by providing funding to…
Service Enterprise Initiative (SEI) Program Type: Capacity building certification program for nonprofits Geographic Scope: Massachusetts Partner: Led by AL!VE and administered in Massachusetts by the…
Overview We are here to be transformational - not transactional. We are looking for instigators; people and organizations bringing fresh ideas and approaches to the complex issues facing our…
SFFI: General Operating Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Schlecht Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Schlecht Family Foundation offers General Operating Grants aimed at…
SFFI: Impact Investments Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Schlecht Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary The Schlecht Family Foundation Inc is committed to transforming…
Overview Empowering Local Partners for Sustainable Impact We're on a mission to scale our impact by sharing our deep knowledge and operational expertise with local nonprofit leaders and partners. By…
Overview Empowering Local Partners for Sustainable Impact We're on a mission to scale our impact by sharing our deep knowledge and operational expertise with local nonprofit leaders and partners. By…
Sherwood Trust: Core Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sherwood Trust Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary Sherwood Trust offers Core Grants to enhance community well-being in the Walla Walla Valley.…
Shinnyo Fellowship Program Status: Active program - restructured in late 2025 Description: A school-year long fellowship program for undergraduate and post-undergraduate fellows to engage in campus…
Overview The Silver Creek-Irving Heritage Fund (SCIHF) provides funding to new community initiatives, leadership development and charitable programs that address the most pressing issues within the…
Single-Year Grant Cycle Status: COMING SOON Total Funding Available: $1,000,000 to be invested Geographic Scope: Northeast Wisconsin Purpose: This cycle provides planning and/or capacity building…
Small Business Investment Grant (RFP #23-02) Funder: Washington State Department of Commerce • Community Reinvestment Project Status: Award period closed (40 grants awarded as of October 1, 2024)…
Small Grants Geographic Scope: Missoula-area nonprofits Focus Areas - Arts & Culture - Education - Community Care Overview Each year, the Missoula Community Foundation offers small grants to area…
Small Grants Program Status: Actively accepting applications Geographic Scope: Southwest Minnesota service area (Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Yellow Medicine, and portions of Cottonwood, Lac qui Parle,…
Small Grants Program Overview: CCIH awards small grants to its members to build their capacity and support their health programs, as funds are available. Purpose Small grants are designed to enhance…
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.