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.

1,168 grants
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US $2,000 - US $20,000
JUST ONE MORE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Just One More Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Just One More Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary Just One More Grant aims to transform lives by providing…

K2 ADVENTURES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

K2 Gus Mendez Valor Initiative Individual Award Overview: The K2 Gus Mendez Valor Initiative Individual Award is designed to support past and present military personnel and their families with…

SISTERS NETWORK INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Karen E. Jackson Breast Cancer Assistance Program (BCAP) Organization: Sisters Network® Inc. Established: 2006 Renamed: 2022 in honor of Karen E. Jackson, Founder/CEO, a 4-time, 31-year breast cancer…

Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kathi Joy Wiley Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation for…

FILLING THE GAP INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kathy Seastedt "Dream On" Fund Overview: One of The Resource Center funds managed by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. This fund provides financial resources to assist individuals with…

ROCHESTER AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Rochester Area Community Foundation Everyone can take action to make our world a more equitable and vital place. Since 1972, Rochester Area Community Foundation has connected donors to the…

Average $150 per child and family
KAITLYN ECKELBERRY MEMORIAL FUND · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Katie's Kids Grant Program Organization: Kaitlyn Eckelberry Memorial Fund (DBA Katie's Kids), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Geographic Scope: Stark County, Ohio only Eligibility: - Children in grades K-12 in…

Up to $500 per rolling calendar year
MID AMERICA ASSISTANCE COALITION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

KC Water Services Fund Geographic Scope: Kansas City, Missouri area Purpose: Emergency water utility assistance for low-income households Eligibility: - Income below 180% federal poverty income…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

KCF Emergency Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 29, 2025 Summary The KCF Emergency Scholarship Fund provides…

COLORADO ROBOTICS EXCELLING AT · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

KCMT Extreme Hardship Grant Program Focus: FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) financial assistance Geographic Scope: Colorado Eligibility: - FRC teams experiencing extreme financial hardship - Teams…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kelley Therapeutic Shoe Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $500 Last Updated: November 16, 2025 Summary The Kelley Therapeutic Shoe…

EDUCARE CENTRAL MAINE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Kennebec Savings Bank Catalyst Grant Funder: Kennebec Savings Bank Award Amount: $10,000 per recipient Geographic Scope: Kennebec Savings Bank service area (Augusta, Farmingdale, Freeport,…

ALABAMA LAW FOUNDATION INC · May 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Kid's Chance Scholarship Purpose: Provides scholarships to students whose parent(s) have been permanently and totally disabled or killed as a result of a work-related injury. Geographic Scope:…

ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kids In Need Program Geographic Scope: Elkhorn Public Schools District, Nebraska Overview: The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation provides financial assistance to Elkhorn families in need. The program…

Kids’ Chance of New Mexico · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kids' Chance NM Scholarship Renewal Application Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kids’ Chance of New Mexico Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Kids' Chance NM…

Kids’ Chance of America · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kids’ Chance of America: Emergency Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kids’ Chance of America Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Kids’ Chance of America: Emergency Grant Program aims to…

Kids Chance of New Jersey · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kids' Chance of New Jersey Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kids Chance of New Jersey Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Kids' Chance of New Jersey Scholarship provides financial…

Kids' Chance of New Mexico · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kids' Chance of New Mexico Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kids' Chance of New Mexico Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Kids' Chance of New Mexico…

Kids’ Chance of South Carolina, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kids’ Chance of South Carolina, Inc. Last Updated: June 26, 2025 Summary The Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Scholarship…

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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