Last updated June 13, 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.
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…
McKernon Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The McKernon Scholarship, offered by the St. Croix Valley…
MD Cancer Fund Awards grants to low-income MD residents for cancer diagnosis/treatment. Administered through local health departments/other authorized vendors. Upon availability, grants are awarded…
Medical Assistance Program Funder: Vikings of Solvang (Viking Charities Inc) Geographic Scope: Santa Barbara County, CA Contact: charity@vikingsofsolvang.org Overview The Vikings of Solvang assist…
Medical- Rob Schorling Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Rob Schorling Fund, managed by the…
Medication Access Patient Program (MAPP) Purpose: Help patients and families in South America affected by Alagille Syndrome with out-of-pocket expenses for medications, vitamins, supplements, and…
Meeting the Moment (MTM) Overview: Rapid response grants that enable nonprofits to act quickly and effectively, helping them adapt to sudden disruptions and address urgent community needs.…
Mental Health Assistance Grant Funder: Asian Mental Health Project (AMHP) Purpose: To make mental healthcare and wellness services more accessible and reduce financial barriers when seeking mental…
MERF - Montrose Emergency Relief Fund Overview: MERF was created in 2020 in response to local community needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund provides flexible resources through grants to…
Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthwell Foundation Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Metabolic…
Mia's Blessings - Financial Assistance Program Overview: Mia's Blessings provides critical financial support to families in the U.S. and Colombia affected by serious pediatric medical diagnoses.…
MicroLoan Program Organization: Society of St Vincent de Paul (Northern Kentucky) Program Type: Low-interest microloans with financial mentoring Geographic Scope: Northern Kentucky Focus Areas: - Car…
Mini Grants Funder: Arts Alive Inc Geographic Scope: Monadnock region (New Hampshire) Amount: Up to $250 per grant Mission: Arts Alive seeks to boost emerging artists and creative businesses,…
MN350's Frontline Fund Overview: The Frontline Fund is committed to aiding frontline workers with microfinancing for purposes that fall within four broad categories. Funding Categories - Emergency…
Monica Thompson Memorial Benevolent Fund Overview: The Fund was created in 2021 to honor Monica Gurrola Thompson's 21 years of outstanding service and contributions to CalCPA and the profession. It…
Monroe County Emergency Rental Assistance Program Program Type: Emergency rental and utility assistance Geographic Scope: Monroe County, Pennsylvania Overview: The Monroe County Emergency Rental…
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) Scholarship - Organ Donation/Transplantation Experience Funder: Transplant Alliance Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania (Montgomery County…
Mother Teresa Endowment Fund Purpose: Provides assistance to individuals or couples experiencing limited financial resources while awaiting the birth of their child and/or during the initial period…
Mother’s Industry Support Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $250 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Mother's Industry Support Fund Grant…
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.