Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 1,170 active hardship grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
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 AIDS Drug Assistance Program (MADAP) MADAP is a state-wide program that helps Maryland’s low-to-moderate income HIV infected residents receive assistance with purchasing the medications they…
Maryland Energy Assistant Program (MEAP) Provides assistance to households that have non-functioning heating, cooling, or water heating systems. Details - Agency: Maryland Department of Housing and…
Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant Fund - Organization: MD Dept of Commerce - Type: State Grant
Maryland Veterans Trust Fund A 501C3 organization designated to assist veterans and their families who are experiencing temporary financial difficulties. Details - Agency: Department of Veterans &…
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…
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.
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.
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.