Small Steps in Speech · Rolling / Open Foundation
Individual Grants for Speech Therapy, Therapeutic Summer Camps, or Assistive Devices Status: ACTIVE Funder: Small Steps in Speech Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Small Steps in Speech is…
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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COLORADO YOUTH TENNIS FOUNDATION · September 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation
Individual Player Scholarships Funder: Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation (CYTF) Geographic Scope: Colorado (statewide) Purpose: Special need scholarships to youth who need financial assistance to…
ONE TOWN INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Individual Plot Grant Hoop House Project Funder: One Town at a Time / Wrightwood Community Garden Geographic Scope: Wrightwood area Eligibility: - Must be a current member of the Wrightwood Community…
Up to $500 per student
GALVESTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Individual Student Grant Assistance Purpose: Assistance for students in difficult circumstances that prevent them from participating in valuable educational experiences with peers. Geographic Scope:…
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COMMUNITY CLOSET INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Individual/Family Funding Funder: Community Closet Inc (Livingston, MT) Geographic Scope: Park County, Montana Overview: The Community Closet provides funding assistance to individual residents of…
DELAWARE RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Industry Relief Fund (IRF) Funder: Delaware Restaurant Association through Delaware Restaurant Foundation (DRF) Geographic Scope: Delaware Purpose: Provides immediate emergency financial assistance…
Up to US $500
THE ANDY WARHOL FOUNDATION FOR THE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Interlace Grant Fund: Emergency Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Interlace Grant Fund offers…
IOWA 4-H FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Iowa 4-H Financial Assistance Geographic Scope: Iowa Eligibility: - Any youth who can participate in Iowa State University Extension or 4-H Youth Development programs - Applies to youth registered as…
Varies
ORLEAN & RALPH W BEESON FUND · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
IPCF Emergency Grants Funder: Independent Presbyterian Church Foundation (IPCF), funded by the Orlean and Ralph W. Beeson Fund and Felix C. Yarboro Community Ministries Fund Geographic Scope:…
United Way of Iredell County Inc · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Iredell County COVID-19 Response Fund Funder: United Way of Iredell County, in partnership with United Way of Central Carolinas and Iredell County Community Foundation (affiliate of Foundation For…
US $2,000 - US $5,000
IRENE D CUNNINGHAM W · Rolling / Open Foundation
Irene D. Cunningham Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Irene D. Cunningham Trust Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2025 Summary The Irene D. Cunningham Trust Grant supports…
$1,000 - $6,000 (up to $30,000 total awarded annually)
RESOURCES FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT · May 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Irwin Mussen Resident Scholarship Purpose: Provides RCD residents with funding to help them further their education. Background: The scholarship was established in memory of Irwin Mussen, longtime…
GRAND RAPIDS AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Itasca Area Cancer Crisis Fund Availability: Applications accepted year-round Purpose Provide small crisis grants to families and individuals dealing with cancer in the Greater Itasca Area. Service…
$1,000 per month for 3 years plus $3,000 annual savings grant
INDIESPACE INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Itty Bitty Mini Guaranteed Income Program Status: Active pilot program (3-year duration) Geographic Scope: New York City Focus Areas: Guaranteed income and financial stability for indie theater…
SUSQUEHANNA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
IU & You Hardship Assistance Fund Purpose: Provide support to current CSIU students/families and current CSIU employees when experiencing hardship. Eligibility: - Current CSIU (Colonial School…
Varies (up to program's established financial limit)
THE INTERNATIONAL WALDENSTROM'S · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
IWMF Travel & Lodging (T&L) Assistance Program Funder: International Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia Foundation (IWMF) in partnership with The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) Program…
SAINT PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
J. C. & L. A. Duke Employees' Assistance Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the J. C. & L. A. This…
Up to $500
McPherson County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
James A. & Marcella M. Tobin Room Fund Geographic Scope: McPherson County, KS Eligibility: Individuals who must travel for medical care Award Amount: Up to $500 Funding Purpose: Reimbursement for…
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SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Our History Since 1995, the SouthCoast Community Foundation has given rise to philanthropic giving across the SouthCoast region. In its first year of operation, the SouthCoast Community…
Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation
James Freeborn Memorial Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The James Freeborn Memorial scholarship at Montana State University supports…
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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