CLEAN AND PROSPEROUS AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation
Strategic Grassroots Empowerment Fund Organization: Clean and Prosperous America (CaPA) Overview: CaPA's Strategic Grassroots Empowerment Fund works to discover and develop high-potential,…
Grants for Grassroots Organizations
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.
510 grants
Foundation
Updated daily
$2,900,000
UNITED WAY QUAD CITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Strategic Impact Grants Funder: United Way Quad Cities Geographic Scope: Scott and Rock Island counties Overview: United Way Quad Cities awarded $2.9 million in grants to 54 local nonprofits,…
MISSOURI STREAM TEAM WATERSHED COALITION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation
Stream Teams United Mini-Grants Funder: Missouri Stream Team Watershed Coalition (Stream Teams United) Geographic Scope: Missouri Purpose: Support member Stream Team Associations in their efforts to…
ALASKA HUMANITIES FORUM · Rolling / Open Foundation
Strengthening Communities Grants: Kindling Conversation Stipends Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Humanities Forum Amount: US $250 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Alaska Humanities Forum's…
Up to $2,500
CIVIC NEBRASKA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Strong Neighborhoods Grants Geographic Scope: Lincoln, Nebraska Funder: Civic Nebraska (fiscal agent) in partnership with Community Builder Coalition, supported by Lincoln Community Foundation…
US $25,000 - US $50,000
Missouri Foundation for Health · Rolling / Open Foundation
Supporting Grassroots Efforts and Capacity to Address Firearm Injury and Death Prevention Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Foundation for Health Amount: US $25,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated:…
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC · October 6, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Sustainable Communities Grant Program Funder: UL Research Institutes (ULRI), UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), and Northwestern University's Office of Neighborhood and Community Relations Status:…
SUSTAINABLE CT INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Sustainable CT's Community Match Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sustainable Ct Inc Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary Sustainable CT's Community Match Fund is a unique funding initiative that…
Up to $20,000
HAYMARKET PEOPLE'S FUND INC · December 2, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Sustaining Grants Award Amount: Up to $20,000 per year Geographic Scope: New England region (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Vermont) Focus Areas: Grassroots…
Varies
SOCIAL JUSTICE PARTNERS LOS ANGELES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Systems Change Accelerator Overview: A nine-month fellowship program designed for LA-based systems change initiatives focused on any social justice issue and led by those with lived experience of the…
$25-$50 gift cards, up to $500 per year per organization
DENVER URBAN GARDENS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Target Grants & Corporate Giving Award Type: Gift card donations Award Amount: $25-$50 per gift card, up to $500 per year per organization Availability Period: February through December (as funding…
US $1,000 - US $5,000
Tennessee Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation
Targeted Arts Development Initiative Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tennessee Arts Commission Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Targeted Arts Development…
Up to US $4,000
Texas Campaign for the Environment Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation
TCEF: Texas Grassroots Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Campaign for the Environment Fund Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Texas Campaign for the…
Up to US $25,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation
TCFNF: Program Support - Supporting Neighborhoods Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The…
Up to US $2,500
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation
TCFNF: Small Organization Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation for…
CROSSROADS FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview We Define Social Change Work Crossroads Fund supports organizations and groups promoting social change in the greater Chicago Metropolitan area (including Northwest Indiana). We define…
SOCIAL JUSTICE FUND NORTHWEST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Tenant and Housing Justice Giving Project Funder: Social Justice Fund Northwest (SJF) Geographic Scope: Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming Focus: Tenant and housing justice organizing…
Up to US $100,000
SEEDING JUSTICE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Tenant Outreach Fund- Longer-Term Solutions Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seeding Justice Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: July 01, 2025 Summary The Tenant Outreach Fund aims to support…
SEEDING JUSTICE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Tenant Outreach Fund Seeding Justice received a $1M grant from the legislature through Oregon Housing and Community Services to support residents who * are at risk of losing their…
Texas Pride Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Texas Health Impact Grant Cohort Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Pride Community Foundation Last Updated: August 25, 2025 Summary The Texas Health Impact Grant Cohort, led by the Texas Pride Community…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for grassroots organizations are available?
- Grants for Grassroots Organizations come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for grants for grassroots organizations?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for grants for grassroots organizations?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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