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.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - Summer Cooling Program Program Type: Summer cooling assistance for electric bill relief Geographic Scope: All 120 Kentucky counties Overview:…
Ludlow Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ludlow Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Ludlow Foundation Grant aims to support the basic needs of…
Mac's Toy Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary Mac's Toy Fund has been a beacon of hope for families in Raleigh County for 93 years, providing…
Macy’s Emergency Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: LULAC National Educational Service Centers (LNESC) Amount: US $500 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Macy’s Emergency…
Madeleine B. Wildes Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Madeleine B. Wildes Fund…
Madison Rotary Foundation: Student Veterans Assistance Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Madison Rotary Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Madison Rotary Foundation's Student…
Main Street Relief Fund 2.0 (MSRF 2.0) Overview: Provides continued economic support to New Hampshire small businesses suffering from business interruptions as a result of COVID-19. Geographic Scope:…
Makah Tribe COVID-19 Emergency Grant Organization: Wounded Warriors Family Support Inc Geographic Scope: Makah Indian Reservation, Neah Bay, Washington Focus Areas: Emergency financial assistance for…
Making Cents Fund Geographic Scope: Northwest Connecticut Focus Areas: - Basic needs/social services Recent Grant Examples: - Riverton Theatre: support for critical needs including food, warm…
Mantle Cell Lymphoma Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthwell Foundation Amount: Up to US $8,500 Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The Mantle Cell Lymphoma Fund, managed by the HealthWell…
Mardag Foundation: Community Emergency Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mardag Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Mardag Foundation's Community…
Market Community Safety Net Geographic Scope: Pike Place Market, Seattle, Washington Focus Areas: Emergency financial assistance for people experiencing sudden financial crises Eligibility: Available…
Marshall County Disabled Children and Adults Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Marshall…
Marshfield Area COVID-19 Relief Fund Overview: A collaborative relief fund created to support community organizations and individuals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Geographic Scope: Marshfield…
Mary Jo Lovely Memorial Scholarship Funder: Transplant Alliance Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States (any college) Focus Areas: Organ donation and transplantation support Eligibility - Open…
Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant Fund - Organization: MD Dept of Commerce - Type: State Grant
Masonic Relief Fund Funder: Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio Charitable Foundation Overview: The Masonic Relief Fund is designed to provide financial assistance and relief to Ohio…
Massachusetts Migrant Families Relief Fund Funder: United Way of Massachusetts Bay in partnership with The Boston Foundation Status: Program completed (2023-2024) Purpose: Partnership to address the…
Maui Fire Relief Fund Geographic Scope: Maui (established in response to August 2023 wildfires) Focus Areas: Disaster relief, emergency assistance Overview: Established in August 2023 to support…
MCF Snowbird Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The MCF Snowbird Fund, managed by the Montana Community…