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VolunteerNC AmeriCorps Grants The NC Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service manages federal AmeriCorps grants to place members in local communities to address critical needs in disaster…
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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PARENTS AS TEACHERS NATIONAL CENTER INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
W.K. Kellogg Foundation Virtual Home Visiting Grant Funder: W.K. Kellogg Foundation (Battle Creek, Michigan) Recipient: Parents as Teachers National Center Inc Geographic Scope: National Award Date:…
Up to US $5,000
WACO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Waco Foundation Capacity Building Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Waco Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary Waco Foundation's Capacity Building Mini-Grants…
Up to US $50,000
WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Wake Forest Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wake Forest University Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Wake Forest Capacity Building Grant, part of the…
US $300,000
WALTER AND ELISE HAAS FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation
Walter and Elise Haas Fund: Policy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Walter and Elise Haas Fund Amount: US $300,000 Last Updated: June 13, 2025 Summary The Walter and Elise Haas Fund offers policy grants…
Lake Champlain Basin Program · Rolling / Open Foundation
Watershed Association Professional Development Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lake Champlain Basin Program Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Watershed Association…
Up to US $40,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) · Rolling / Open Foundation
Watershed Council Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The Watershed…
Up to $250,000
United Way of Central Oklahoma Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
WayFinder Innovation Grant Geographic Scope: Central Oklahoma Focus Areas: Health and human services innovation addressing: - Strong families - Successful kids - Healthy citizens - Independent living…
US $5,000 - US $50,000
WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
WCCF: Capacity-Building Grant Cycle II Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington County Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The WCCF Capacity-Building…
WAYNE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
WCCF: GIVE 365 Wayne County Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wayne County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The WCCF: GIVE 365 Wayne County Grants focus on enhancing community…
Up to US $1,500
GREATER WILLIAMSBURG COMMUNITY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
WCF Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Williamsburg Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The WCF Capacity Building Grants support small,…
WOMEN'S DIVISION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
WDCC Community Giving - General Donation Request Funder: Women's Division Chamber of Commerce (WDCC), Michigan Type: Community grants/donations to local non-profit organizations Geographic Scope:…
Up to US $20,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation
WDNR: Grants to Friends Groups Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The WDNR offers grants totaling…
Up to US $25,000
The Webber Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Webber Family Foundation: Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Webber Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Webber Family Foundation's…
Up to US $50,000
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) · Rolling / Open Foundation
WEDC Capacity Building Grants (WI) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The WEDC Capacity Building…
US $56,500
WEITZ FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Weitz Fellows Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Weitz Family Foundation Amount: US $56,500 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Weitz Fellows program, initiated in 2011 by the Weitz Family Foundation,…
Varies
ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Wellik Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Wellik Foundation Grant, established in 1998, aims to enhance the quality of life…
Up to US $10,000
THE LUMPKIN FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Wellness Grants for Leaders and Frontline Workers Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lumpkin Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Lumpkin Family Foundation has…
WEST CENTRAL INITIATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
West Central Initiative Community Grants Funder: West Central Initiative (funded through organizational endowment) Geographic Scope: West Central Minnesota region Program Overview: West Central…
WHIDBEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Whidbey Community Foundation (WCF) supports the organizational strength and effectiveness of nonprofits on Whidbey Island. Capacity-building grants are awarded to nonprofits for one-time…
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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