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.
Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund (MPF) Overview: The Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund moves resources rapidly and securely to protect frontline organizers facing immediate…
Jazz & Heritage Music Relief Fund Status: Reopened for applications as of March 2021 Geographic Scope: Louisiana (statewide) Purpose: Support Louisiana's music community who have lost income amid the…
Jenna Westerholm Pediatric Help$ Program Purpose: Pediatric Patient Financial Assistance for sarcoma patients undergoing treatment Eligibility - Age: Under 22 years old - Treatment Status: Currently…
Jett Giving Fund - Accessible Vehicle Fund Funder: Jett Foundation Inc, Norwell, MA Status: Active funding program established in 2017 Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Financial…
Jett Giving Fund - Emergency Fund Funder: Jett Foundation Inc, Norwell, MA Status: Active program launched in 2021 Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Emergency financial assistance for…
Jewish Assistance Fund Financial Assistance Grants Overview: The Jewish Assistance Fund provides immediate financial assistance grants with no repayment requirement to Jewish individuals and families…
JLH: Emergency + Contingency Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Junior League Of Houston Inc Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary The JLH Emergency + Contingency Grants provide financial support…
Joe Sutton Scholarships (BHAAA Assist) Funder: Beverly Hills Athletic Alumni Association (BHAAA) Mission: Supporting fellow athletic alumni in need through financial assistance. Background: The…
John Coughlin Hope Fund (JCHF) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way St Croix Valley Inc Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview United Way St. Croix & Red Cedar…
John DeVore Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John DeVore Charitable Trust Amount: Approximately US $450 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The John DeVore Charitable Trust Grant…
John Patrick Keck Fund for Essential Student Needs Organization: Millcreek Education Foundation (PA, US) Geographic Scope: Millcreek Township School District, Pennsylvania Background: Established by…
Jones Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: More than US $500 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary Overview The Columbus Foundation In 1943, during the…
Jordan Wilcox Pediatric Cancer Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers Amount: US $400 Last Updated: October 09, 2025 Summary The Jordan Wilcox Pediatric Cancer Fund…
Jordana Ybarra-Telias Emergency Grant Status: Active funding program Geographic Scope: Ventura College, Ventura County, CA Focus Areas: Emergency financial assistance for urgent student needs…
Josephine Goodyear Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Last Updated: February 26, 2025 Summary The Josephine Goodyear Foundation, established in 1912,…
Josh Dubin Fellowship (JDF) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund Last Updated: September 06, 2025 Summary The Josh Dubin Fellowship, launched in January 2022 by the Shawn Carter…
JSF Scholarships for Economically Disadvantaged Students Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theodore R And Vivian M Johnson Scholarship Foundation Inc Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The JSF…
Julia L. Grant Fund for Basic Human Needs Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Sonoma County Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Julia L. Grant…
Junior Force Dance Program Scholarship Funder: Washington Commanders Charitable Foundation Program Overview: The Washington Commanders Charitable Foundation offers scholarships to ensure equal…
Just Heart Foundation Family Assistance Grant Organization: Just Heart Foundation Inc (GA, US) Mission: Just Heart Foundation is dedicated to helping families in crisis, particularly those with a…