Dallas Foundation: Summer Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dallas Foundation A Tx Nonprofit Corporation Amount: US $5,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Dallas Foundation's…
Hardship Grants
Hardship and emergency grants provide immediate financial relief during crises — job loss, medical emergencies, natural disasters, and other unexpected setbacks. Government programs, community foundations, and organizations like the Salvation Army and Modest Needs offer grants to help individuals and families stabilize during difficult times.
Darryl and Susanne Shoff Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Darryl and Susanne Shoff Fund, managed by the Berks County…
DCCF: Emergency Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dekalb County Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $2,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The DCCF Emergency Grants provide crucial support to…
Dean Farmer Student Emergency Fund Purpose: Assists Highlands students who have experienced significant and unexpected emergencies. Focus Areas: - Student emergency assistance - Support for at-risk…
DeKalb County COVID-19 Response Grants Program Name: DeKalb County COVID-19 Response Grants Overview: Grant program designed to assist nonprofit and public sector service providers responding…
DELCO Child Care COVID Support Status: Applications currently closed. Check back later for potential reopening. Geographic Scope: Delaware County, PA only Focus Areas: Child care assistance to reduce…
Delta Gamma Foundation: Crisis Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delta Gamma Foundation Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Crisis Grants are awarded throughout the year, as funds are…
Denise Kaley Fund for Berkshire County Women with Cancer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $1,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The…
Dental Assistance Program Funder: Vikings of Solvang (Viking Charities Inc) Geographic Scope: Santa Barbara County, CA Contact: charity@vikingsofsolvang.org Overview The Vikings of Solvang assist…
Dental Treatment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $900 Last Updated: June 08, 2025 Summary The Dental Treatment Fund Grant, offered by the Berks…
Department of Children, Youth, and Families - Grants Transfer of some grant programs from other agencies to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) began July 2024. For current grant…
Department of Human Services - Grants and RFPs Learn about grants, requests for proposals (RFP) and requests for information (RFIs) issued by the Department of Human Services (DHS). Responders may…
Department of Labor Temporary & Emergency Housing Assistance Program Funder: U.S. Department of Labor (administered by Florida Non-Profit Housing Inc.) Purpose: Helps migrant and seasonal farm…
Detroit Small Business Stabilization Fund (DSBSF) Overview: Emergency COVID-19 relief grant program launched March 18, 2020, to provide immediate financial support to small businesses impacted by the…
Devices & Technology Grant Funder: Danny Did Foundation (Illinois, US) Mission: The Danny Did Foundation strives to assist individuals and families living with seizures by providing monetary funding…
Dewey Henderson Benevolent Fund Trust Geographic Scope: United States (UPHA members) Funder: United Professional Horsemen's Association (UPHA) Background: The Dewey Henderson Benevolent Fund Trust…
DGF Bridge Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dramatists Guild Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The DGF Bridge Grants provide essential financial support of $500 to…
DGF Crisis Relief Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dramatists Guild Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The DGF Crisis Relief Grants provide essential financial…
Diane Holcomb Emergency Relief Fund Organization: ACM Lifting Lives Mission: Serves members of the community who face unexpected hardships. Purpose Provides emergency relief and financial assistance…
Direct Financial Grants to Families Overview: Jenna's Rainbow Foundation provides direct financial grants to families facing specific financial challenges while undergoing pediatric brain and spinal…
Frequently Asked Questions
- How quickly can I get emergency grant funding?
- Emergency assistance timelines vary. Government programs like TANF and LIHEAP may take 1-4 weeks. Organizations like the Salvation Army and Catholic Charities can sometimes provide same-week help. Modest Needs processes applications within 2-4 weeks. Employer emergency funds and GoFundMe-style platforms can be faster. Always apply to multiple sources simultaneously.
- What types of emergencies qualify for hardship grants?
- Common qualifying situations include job loss, medical emergencies, domestic violence, natural disasters, house fires, sudden disability, and death of a family breadwinner. Each program defines eligibility differently. FEMA covers declared disasters, while organizations like Modest Needs help with temporary financial crises that could become permanent without intervention.
- Where should I start looking for emergency assistance?
- Contact 211 (call or text) for your local area's emergency assistance programs. Your state's Department of Social Services handles TANF and emergency aid. Local community action agencies coordinate multiple assistance programs. Churches, Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, and St. Vincent de Paul societies offer direct emergency help.
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