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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UNITED WAY OF THE WINE COUNTRY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Readiness Fund Overview: An integral part of United Way of the Wine Country's mission to help families and individuals improve financial stability. Donations made to the Emergency Readiness…

STRATTON MOUNTAIN & VALLEY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emergency Relief Funder: Stratton Mountain & Valley Community Benefit Foundation Geographic Scope: Southern Vermont Program Description: Funding for individuals or families facing immediate needs due…

ALTERRA MOUNTAIN COMPANY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emergency Relief & Hardship Assistance Overview: The Community Foundation provides emergency relief and hardship assistance to individuals and organizations in need within communities surrounding…

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

DRH Health Foundation Emergency Relief Fund Purpose: Monetary gifts to aid team members and support efforts during emergencies and crises (such as the COVID-19 pandemic). Use of Funds: Support for: -…

METROPOLITAN REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emergency Relief Fund Funder: Metropolitan Regional Arts Council (MRAC) Geographic Scope: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, or Washington counties in Minnesota Funding Amount: $500…

OHIO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RESEARCH · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Emergency Relief Fund Overview: The Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation maintains a dedicated Emergency Relief Fund to enable quick action in response to natural disasters and emergency…

IOWA CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Emergency Relief Fund (COVID-19 Response) Funder: Iowa Credit Union Foundation (ICUF) Purpose: Support Iowans impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic experiencing financial and health crisis. Geographic…

MCCF INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Relief Fund Mini Grant Funder: Mason County Community Foundation (MCCF, Inc.) Geographic Scope: Appears to serve Mason County, WV area Program Status: Application form available online;…

ARROWHEAD REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · May 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Emergency Relief Fund Program Status: Active, second round applications open Geographic Scope: Arrowhead region (Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, and St. Louis counties, plus Fond du…

TACO BELL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Relief Grants Funder: Taco Bell Foundation Inc Mission: To fuel every young person's boldest ambition to create good. Award Amount: Not specified in provided content Geographic Scope:…

TEXAS STATE ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emergency Relief Program Organization: Texas State Association of Fire Fighters (TSAFF) Overview: The Texas State Fire Fighters Emergency Relief and College Scholarship Fund, Inc. provides financial…

TRELLIS · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Emergency Rental Assistance Program Status: Active program announced by Governor Doug Ducey Geographic Scope: 12 Arizona counties served by Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES): - Apache -…

SHELBY OHIO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Support Fund Funder: Shelby Ohio Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Shelby, Ohio local community Purpose: Provide emergency financial support to community organizations and residents…

SHELBY OHIO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Support Fund of the Shelby Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shelby Ohio Community Foundation of Richland County Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Emergency Support Fund of…

The Junior League of Houston Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency/Contingency Grants Funder: The Junior League of Houston, Inc. Purpose: Distribution of monetary grants to address the emergency or short-term needs of tax exempt agencies. Eligible…

United Way of Eddy County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emerging Needs Grant Funder: United Way of Eddy County Geographic Scope: Eddy County, New Mexico Eligibility: 501(c)(3) non-profit health and human service organizations Requirements: - Signed…

EXPECT MIRACLES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

EMF SAMFund Financial Assistance Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Expect Miracles Foundation Amount: Up to US $19,000 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The EMF SAMFund Financial Assistance Grants…

PI BETA PHI FRATERNITY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emma Harper Turner (EHT) Fund - Alumna Grants Purpose: Awards granted to help members through financial crisis created by job loss, illness, natural disaster or other unexpected life circumstances.…

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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