Grants for Capital Funding

Last updated October 4, 2026

Grantable tracks 569 active grants for capital funding in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 18 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 287 list an award amount, with a median of $75K.

Grants tracked: 569; from 425 funders
Median award: $75K; middle half $20K–$300K
Total listed funding: $156.1M; across 287 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 22; 29 with a published date

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Administration-Sponsored Capital Grant Program for Mental Health, Addictions, and Developmental Disabilities Facilities Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Provide State grants on a match basis for construction, acquisition, renovation and equipping facilities that are used to serve clients with developmental disabilities, chronic mental illness and/or addiction problems.	Not published	Varies
Buena Vista County Community Foundation - Large Grant Buena Vista County Community Foundation (BVCCF) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Buena Vista County Community Foundation offers large grants over $5,000 to not-for-profit organizations for capital investment projects. Applicants must provide a 50% cash match and achieve a minimum score of 75 points.	Not published	Varies
Charter School Facilities Incentive Grants Program California State Treasurer's Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charter School Facilities Incentive Grants Program provides vital funding for charter schools to cover costs related to rent, mortgage, and facility expenses.	Not published	Varies
Priority List School Construction Grants DAS Grants · State Not published · Varies Major school construction projects that require approval from the Governor and Education Committee through the Priority List process before funding can be awarded. This includes renovations, alterations, and new school buildings.	Not published	Varies
Amelia Peabody Charitable Fund Capital Grants Amelia Peabody Charitable Fund Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amelia Peabody Charitable Fund is a private foundation making grants exclusively to qualified nonprofit organizations existing and operating in Massachusetts, in the areas of medicine (human and animal), social welfare, visual arts…	Not published	Varies
Special Project Grants The Daniel Foundation of Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Daniel Foundation of Alabama offers Special Project Grants aimed at substantial capital projects, new programming, or strategic expansions that significantly enhance community life.	Not published	Varies
MassDevelopment Underutilized Properties Program Jobs for Fall River Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K State grant program for rehabilitation and redevelopment of vacant or underutilized properties. As of December 2021, 20 projects statewide were granted a total of $7.5 million from the state's nonprofit, property development finance agency.	Not published	Up to $400K
Hart Family Fund for Small Towns Grant National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Hart Family Fund for Small Towns offers grants between $2,500 and $15,000 to support preservation projects in towns with populations of 10,000 or less.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Vermillion Area Community Foundation Grant South Dakota Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $4K As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.	Not published	$2K – $4K
Animal Assistance Foundation Capital Grants Animal Assistance Foundation · Foundation Rolling · From $100K The Animal Assistance Foundation (AAF) awards Capital Grants of more than $100,000 to Colorado animal-welfare organizations for assets (facility, equipment, proprietary software) with a useful life of more than one year.	Rolling	From $100K
The Longleaf Fund Grant Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · $10K – $150K The Longleaf Fund Grant supports capital projects aimed at enhancing the lives of at-risk children and youth across the Carolinas.	Not published	$10K – $150K
Doheny Foundation: Campership Grant Program Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation offers the Campership Grant Program, providing scholarships for summer camps to organizations registered as 501(c)(3).	Not published	Varies
The Environmental Protection Fund Grant Program for Parks, Preservation and Heritage (EPF) New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation · Foundation Not published · Up to $675K The Environmental Protection Fund Grant Program for Parks, Preservation and Heritage (EPF) offers matching grants for the acquisition, development, and improvement of parks, historic properties, and heritage areas in New York.	Not published	Up to $675K
NSEDC: Large Infrastructure Fund Grant Norton Sound Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The NSEDC's Large Infrastructure Fund supports essential civic projects in the Norton Sound region, providing up to $1 million per community for renovations and new constructions.	Not published	Up to $300K
Board of Visitors Grant: Category A The Board of Visitors · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Board of Visitors Grant: Category A offers funding up to $200,000 for 501(c)3 organizations addressing healthcare needs for women, children, and the elderly in the greater Phoenix area.	Not published	Up to $200K
NJEDA Child Care Facility Improvement Program Grant 4CS of Passaic County Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K Provides grants for facility improvements that contribute to high-quality early childhood learning environments	Not published	$50K – $200K
Mary N. Porter Legacy Fund Community Foundation of Broward Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Mary Porter was a philanthropist and humanitarian who resided in Broward County. She believed that giving back is a part of who we are as a people.	Not published	Varies
Performing Arts Venue Improvement Grants City of San Antonio · State Not published · Up to $25K San Antonio is home to a vibrant and deeply rooted cultural community. A central initiative of the Department of Arts & Culture is grant funding for artists and nonprofit cultural organizations.	Not published	Up to $25K
Grant for Improvements to Facilities located on Existing Homesteads Dept of Hawaiian Home Lands · State Not published · Varies DHHL grant funding for improvements to facilities located on existing homesteads statewide. Part of the Native Hawaiian Development Program Plan, available to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a purpose to benefit Native Hawaiians.	Not published	Varies
Tax-Exempt Equipment Financing Program – CHFFA State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · $100 – $5B This program will provide a borrower with access to tax-exempt, fixed-rate financing for equipment purchases.	Not published	$100 – $5B
Major Project Cycle Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program for major projects, mentioned as part of the Community Foundation's grant offerings. Limited details available in provided materials.	Not published	Varies
OCCF: Parks & Public Space Initiative/Margaret Annis Boy Trust Grant Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The OCCF: Parks & Public Space Initiative, stemming from the Margaret Annis Boys Trust, aims to enhance neighborhood and community parks in Oklahoma City.	Not published	Up to $40K
Economic – Building Communities Regional Economic Development Grants Vermont Buildings and General Services · State Not published · Up to $2.5M Funds capital costs associated with major maintenance, renovation, or planning related to the development of facilities reasonably expected to create or retain job opportunities in Vermont communities.	Not published	Up to $2.5M
RFP 0342- Companion Animal Capital Projects Fund Grant New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is offering funding through the Companion Animal Capital Projects Fund to eligible not-for-profit shelters and humane societies.	Not published	$50K – $500K

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About grants for capital funding

Capital grants (also called capital funding or bricks-and-mortar grants) pay for one-time physical and infrastructure investments rather than ongoing operations — things like buying or renovating a building, major equipment, vehicles, or technology systems. Because they fund durable assets, capital grants are often larger, restricted to a specific project, and tied to a defined timeline and budget. Funders frequently expect a capital campaign, matching funds, or other committed sources before they invest.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for capital funding award?

Of the 569 grants for capital funding Grantable lists as of October 4, 2026, 287 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $75K, and the middle half fall between $20K and $300K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for capital funding?

By number of open listings, the most active funders are The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg (12), DAS Grants (10), State Treasurer's Office (9), Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) (8), and Commerce CDBG (7). In all, 425 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

When are grants for capital funding due?

Of 569 grants listed, 22 accept applications on a rolling basis, 29 have a published upcoming deadline, 46 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 472 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 59% fall in October–December.

What is a capital grant?

A capital grant funds the acquisition, construction, renovation, or improvement of long-lived assets: facilities, land, major equipment, vehicles, or significant technology infrastructure. Unlike operating or program grants, capital funds are restricted to the specified project and usually cannot be redirected to salaries or general expenses. They are typically released against a project budget and milestones.

Who funds capital projects for nonprofits?

Capital funding comes from private and family foundations, community foundations, government agencies, and corporate giving programs, often through dedicated capital or facilities initiatives rather than general grant cycles. Many funders prefer to be one part of a larger capital campaign and will look for committed matching dollars from boards, major donors, or other funders before contributing.

How is a capital grant different from a project or operating grant?

A capital grant pays for a tangible, lasting asset (a building, renovation, or major piece of equipment), while a project grant funds the activities of a specific program and an operating grant covers general day-to-day costs like rent, salaries, and utilities. Capital grants tend to be larger and one-time, are tightly restricted to the approved project, and often require evidence that the organization can sustain the asset once it is built or purchased.

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