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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SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agape Fund Overview: Gifts to this fund are invested for the purpose of providing benevolent care to residents of Souderton Mennonite Homes who can no longer afford to pay the full cost of their…

FRANKLIN COUNTY AREA UNITED WAY INC · October 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Funding Application Funder: Franklin County Area United Way Inc (Missouri, US) Geographic Scope: Franklin County area Focus Areas: Health and human services that: - Strengthen families -…

AREA AGENCY ON AGING FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agnes Laitinen Unmet Needs Crisis Fund Organization: Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida Geographic Scope: Southwest Florida Focus Areas: Crisis assistance for older adults and adults with…

$1,000 per year
AIM HIGHER FOUNDATION · August 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Aim Higher Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 student-based scholarship awarded annually Program Description: The Aim Higher Scholarship is a renewable scholarship awarded to K-8 students from…

Donations of any amount to build endowment (goal: $100,000 total)
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA OF OREGON INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Al Forthan Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund Overview: Volunteers of America Oregon, in partnership with an anonymous donor, is establishing an endowment to support the Al Forthan Memorial…

$10,000 (one scholarship); various amounts for additional scholarships
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA OF OREGON INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship Overview: The Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship is awarded to Oregon high school seniors from families affected by alcohol or drug addiction. The scholarship honors Al…

Healthwell Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alagille Syndrome Vitamins and Supplements Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthwell Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Alagille Syndrome Vitamins and…

Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

ALATEC Corporate Care Fund Organization: Administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville on behalf of ALATEC, Inc. Mission: Special charitable fund that allows employees of ALATEC to…

PLANNED LIFETIME ASSISTANCE NETWORK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Albert N. Solomon Memorial Trust Fund (Solomon Award) Funder: PLAN of MA and RI Background: The Albert N. Solomon Memorial Trust Fund (formerly known as the PADARC Trust Fund) was established in 1988…

IOWA COALITION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Alice Barton Scholarship Program Overview: The Alice Barton Scholarship Program helps empower domestic violence survivors through education and job training by providing annual scholarships to enable…

$10,000 - $20,000
Alexandria Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alexandria Back to Business (ALX B2B) Grant Program Status: Past funding rounds completed; additional rounds planned Geographic Scope: City of Alexandria, Virginia (all seven zip codes) Overview: The…

$20,000 (transportation) and $10,000 (lodging)
ESSENTIA HEALTH MOOSE LAKE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

American Cancer Society Transportation and Lodging Grants Funder: American Cancer Society (awarded to Essentia Health-Fargo Foundation) Geographic Scope: Fargo, North Dakota area and service region…

AMERICAN GOLD STAR MOTHERS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

American Gold Star Manor Housing Assistance Grant Overview: This grant provides temporary financial housing support for Gold Star parents through short-term rental and mortgage assistance. Award…

Entertainment Community Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

American Guild of Musical Artists Relief Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Entertainment Community Fund Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The American Guild of Musical Artists Relief Fund…

Up to US $8,000
Healthwell Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amyloidosis Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthwell Foundation Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The Amyloidosis Fund, managed by the HealthWell Foundation,…

Healthwell Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthwell Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Fund, managed by…

Begin Again Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Angel Fund Overview: In partnership with Patient Advocate Foundation, the Angel Fund offers one-time $1,000 grants to eligible bereaved families to assist with the expense of laying a loved one who…

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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