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.

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John T Gorman Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Direct Services Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: John T Gorman Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Direct Services Grant Program, initiated by the John…

SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Disaster Member Relief Fund - Ice Storm Assistance Overview: Emergency financial assistance program for SEIU 503 members experiencing hardship from qualifying disaster events. Current Program: 2024…

SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Disaster Member Relief Fund - Wildfire Assistance Overview: Emergency financial assistance program for SEIU 503 members experiencing hardship from qualifying wildfire events. Geographic Scope: Oregon…

UNITED WAY OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Disaster Recovery Fund Funder: United Way of Indian River County (UWIRC) Geographic Scope: Indian River County, Florida and hardest-hit regions affected by disasters Status: Activated in response to…

COOPERATIVE DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Disaster Recovery Fund The Disaster Recovery Fund supports efforts to help cooperatives and their members recovering from natural disasters and other crises or emergency hardship situations.…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Disaster Relief and Resilience Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Disaster Relief…

IOWA CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Disaster Relief Grants Funder: Iowa Credit Union Foundation (ICUF) Purpose: Support Iowa credit union members who have been displaced from their homes for an extended period of time due to disasters…

$1,000 per disaster event per recipient
ALPHA GAMMA DELTA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Disaster Relief Grants Purpose: Provide financial assistance to Alpha Gamma Delta sisters who experience natural disasters or similar emergency situations. Eligibility: Alpha Gamma Delta sisters in…

TEXAS STATE ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Disaster Relief Program Organization: Texas State Association of Fire Fighters (TSAFF) Overview: The Disaster Relief Program provides financial assistance to TSAFF members who suffer financial…

DISRUPT GIVES · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Disrupt Gives Rental Relief Program Organization: Disrupt Gives Location: Houston, TX 77079 Contact: info@disruptgives.com | 757 N Eldridge Pkwy, Suite 900, Houston, TX 77079 | (757) 654-7890 Program…

NORTH CAROLINA HORSE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Distressed Horseman's Fund Purpose: Provide financial assistance to members of the equine community experiencing unexpected hardships, including major disasters or minor financial setbacks.…

THE LPGA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dolores Hope Financial Assistance Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lpga Foundation Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary Overview The LPGA Foundation The LPGA Foundation supports women…

DOMBAL VOGEL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dombal-Vogel Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dombal-Vogel Foundation Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Dombal-Vogel Foundation Grant supports children under 18 facing socio-economic…

UNITED WAY OF TRI VALLY AREA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Don't Despair Car Repair Program Type: Car repair assistance program Geographic Scope: Greater Franklin County area, Maine Purpose: Provide car repair assistance to eligible individuals and families…

THE LYME FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dorcas Chaffee Fund Funder: The Lyme Foundation Inc (NH, US) Geographic Scope: Lyme and surrounding area Purpose Provides emergency financial assistance to: - Lyme residents - Former Lyme residents…

DSC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

DSC Foundation Global Care Fund Program Type: Financial relief assistance program Purpose: Provide financial relief to individuals or their families when those individuals suffer serious injury or…

Healthwell Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dupuytren’s Disease Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthwell Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The Dupuytren’s Disease Fund, managed by the HealthWell…

ONE TAIL AT A TIME NFP · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Dutch's Fund - Veterinary Grants Funder: One Tail at a Time NFP Geographic Scope: Chicago area (adopters of One Tail at a Time animals) Focus Areas: Veterinary care assistance for adopted pets…

Dwb Memorial Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

DWB Memorial Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dwb Memorial Foundation Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The DWB Memorial Foundation Grant empowers Minnesota-based organizations and…

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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