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.
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Phase 41 Status: Active (application window opens April 5, 2026; closes April 26, 2026) Geographic Scope: United Way of Greater Cincinnati service area…
Emergency Fund Funder: United Way of Central Illinois Geographic Scope: Sangamon and Menard Counties, Illinois Overview: United Way of Central Illinois' Emergency Fund provides additional funding to…
Emergency Fund Grants Geographic Scope: Hawaii Funder: Women's Fund of Hawai'i Purpose: While mentioned in navigation menus and grant listings, limited specific details are provided in the available…
Emergency Fund Lifeline Loan Available from LHOME Overview: LHOME (a Louisville-based Community Development Financial Institution) provides immediate emergency services to Louisville residents and…
Emergency Furnace Repair Overview: Assistance for furnace repair or replacement for eligible homeowners. Eligibility Requirements - Property Type: Owner-occupied homes - Program Participation:…
Emergency Grant Program Funder: Rochelle Area Community Foundation Purpose: For use when the general grant cycle is not in session Eligibility: Any 501(c)(3) not-for-profit agency, organization or…
Overview _Note: Requests can be made at any time, however pplicants must first submit a brief explanation via email to receive invitation to apply._ The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley In…
Emergency Grants Funder: Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Geographic Scope: Clark and Floyd County communities in Southern Indiana Contact Information: - Phone: (812) 948-4662 - Address: 4108…
Emergency Grants Funder: Foundation for Contemporary Arts Inc (NY, US) Overview: Grant program providing urgent project support for artists facing immediate funding needs. Award Details - Award…
Emergency Grants Overview: The Lakeshore College Foundation provides emergency grants to students facing immediate financial hardship. Purpose: Funds raised support emergency grants for needs such…
Emergency Grants Overview: Financial assistance programs for writers in crisis situations, helping them get back on track. Purpose: To support writers facing emergency financial hardship Eligibility:…
Emergency Grants Funder: Iowa Women's Foundation Geographic Scope: Iowa Program Description Emergency Grants are offered by the Iowa Women's Foundation to support women and girls in times of crisis.…
Emergency Grants Overview: Emergency grants are available to Philadelphia small business owners facing urgent challenges or crises affecting their operations. Geographic Scope: Philadelphia, PA…
Emergency Grants (January 2026 Response) Status: Completed (grants awarded January 2026) Geographic Scope: Twin Cities, Minnesota Focus Areas: - Emergency support for frontline LGBTQ+ organizations -…
Emergency Grants for Pancreatic Cancer Patients Funder: Purple Pansies Inc (GA, US) Mission: Provide immediate financial assistance to pancreatic cancer patients for medical expenses and essential…
Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP) for the Elderly Program Type: Emergency energy assistance for low-income elderly households Geographic Scope: Available in the following Florida…
Emergency Housing Assistance Geographic Scope: Harney and Malheur Counties, Oregon Focus Areas: Emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, housing stability Overview: Community in Action serves…
Emergency Housing Assistance Program Organization: State of Montana (administered by NeighborWorks Montana and Montana Housing) Overview: This program provides rent, security deposit, mortgage…
Emergency Medical Equipment (KŌKUA Grant) Overview: Grants, information, and application assistance for Hawaiʻi music industry professionals needing permanent or temporary medical equipment for their…
Emergency Mental Health Grant Program Status: Currently paused as of January 21, 2026 for program revitalization; expected to reopen in coming months Geographic Scope: New York City Focus Areas:…