Grants for Grassroots Organizations provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
NICJR Giving Initiative Status: Active; distributing grants since 2022 Geographic Scope: 13 US cities and counties including Oakland CA, Washington DC, Milwaukee MN, Indianapolis IN, Baltimore MD,…
NoCap Fellowship Program Status: Active (mentioned as current program) Geographic Scope: US South Overview: The NoCap Fellowship is one of Southern Vision Alliance's "frontline funds" designed to…
Norman Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Norman Foundation Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Norman Foundation Grants aim to empower communities in the U.S. to enhance their…
Northern Lowcountry Grants: N.E.W. Fund (Neighborhoods Energized to Win) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025…
NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: City Parks Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $80,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grant Program…
NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grants Program Overview: The NYC Green Fund Grassroots grant program provides funding support for community groups and organizations providing open space programming and…
NYC Green Fund Pathways Grant Program Overview: The NYC Green Fund Pathways grant program supports efforts to build a more equitable and vibrant park and open space system in New York. Purpose:…
NYC Green Fund Treetops Grants Program Overview: The NYC Green Fund Treetops Grant Program provides funding for organizations with annual operating budgets between $175,000 and $2.5 million that…
OCJ Policy, Community, and Consumer Grants Funder: Oregon Consumer Justice Status: Awarded in 2021-2022 cohort; ongoing program Geographic Scope: Oregon statewide Total Funding Available: Nearly $2…
Omaha Neighborhood Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omaha Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $2,500 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Omaha Neighborhood Grants program empowers local…
OMYF Micro Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary The OMYF Micro Grants program, initiated by the Orlando…
One Omaha Fiscal Sponsorship Purpose: Provide fiscal sponsorship services to local groups looking to secure funds for community projects that improve or strengthen Omaha and its neighborhoods.…
One Omaha Mini-Grant Purpose: Lower barriers to entry to creating change in Omaha by providing funding quickly and directly to local community-based groups looking to create positive change.…
Organizer Network Mini-Grant Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: Alabama, Mississippi, Oklahoma, West Virginia Overview: Through the Groundwork Mini-Grant Fund, Groundwork supports organizers in…
Organizer School Funder: Nebraska Civic Engagement Table Overview: A program through which the Nebraska Table hires, trains, and places community organizers with member organizations. The program has…
Organizing Grants Purpose: Funds grassroots activist projects prioritizing those with small budgets and little access to mainstream funding. Focus Areas: The AJ Muste Foundation supports grassroots…
Organizing Support Program Overview: The Organizing Support Program offers financial resources to grassroots member organizations fighting against immigration detention at the local level. Purpose:…
OTF: Family Innnovations Test Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ontario Trillium Foundation Amount: Up to C $100,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Family Innovations Test Grant, offered by…
OTF: Family Innovations Scale Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ontario Trillium Foundation Amount: Up to C $150,000 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Ontario Trillium Foundation's Family…
OTHER – Community Heart & Soul Seed Grants Provides start-up funding for resident-driven groups looking to implement the Community Heart & Soul model in communities with populations under 30,000. The…