Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 1,170 active hardship grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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 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:…
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…
Emergency Relief Funder: Stratton Mountain & Valley Community Benefit Foundation Geographic Scope: Southern Vermont Program Description: Funding for individuals or families facing immediate needs due…
Emergency Relief & Hardship Assistance Overview: The Community Foundation provides emergency relief and hardship assistance to individuals and organizations in need within communities surrounding…
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: -…
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…
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…
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…
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;…
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:…
Emergency Relief Grants - Frontline Care Workers Relief Program Funder: SEIU Education & Support Fund (funded by AirBnB CEO Brian Chesky donation of $1.5M) Geographic Scope: United States (with…
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…
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 -…
Emergency Support ARC: Helping Students Overcome Life's Unexpected Challenges Overview: Lorain County Community College's Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC) is a comprehensive one-stop resource…
Emergency Support Fund Funder: Shelby Ohio Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Shelby, Ohio local community Purpose: Provide emergency financial support to community organizations and residents…
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…
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.
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.
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.