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.
Newark Arts Renewal Grant Funder: Newark Arts Council (made possible via funding from the New Jersey Arts and Culture Recovery/Renewal Fund) Geographic Scope: Newark, New Jersey Contact:…
Newburyport Society for the Relief of Aged Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Newburyport Society for the Relief of Aged Women Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Newburyport Society for the…
NGAT Relief Fund Program Overview: Provides temporary, emergency financial assistance to currently serving and former members of the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG) and Texas Air National Guard…
NHCHF Emergency Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Hampshire Children’s Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The NHCHF Emergency Funding program…
Nicor Gas: Pillar Grants - Basic Human Needs and Energy Assistance Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nicor Gas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary Nicor Gas offers the Pillar Grants…
Overview _NOTE: Applicants will be asked to submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) ONLY. Fund Advisors will review LOI’s in the winter of 2022 – 2023 and expect to invite a narrowed field to participate…
Overview The Community Foundation of New Jersey (CFNJ) was founded in 1979. More than thirty-five years and 1,100 funds later, we have made enormous progress in solving problems in communities across…
Overview _NOTE: NJCC will aim to process Garden State Relief Fund applications within 10-21 business days._ Relief and Recovery for Small Businesses & Nonprofits The Garden State Relief Fund is…
NMCF: Vecino - Neighbor Helping Neighbor Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Mexico Community Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Vecino – Neighbor Helping Neighbor Fund, managed…
Personal Emergency Loan Overview: No-interest emergency loan designed to provide immediate financial relief to Afghan and Iraqi SIV recipients facing unexpected challenges during their resettlement…
NOC CARES Emergency Relief Fund Status: Established May 2020 (COVID-19 pandemic response) Geographic Scope: Northern Oklahoma College campuses (Tonkawa, Enid, Stillwater) Focus Areas: Emergency…
Nominated Scholarship Funder: Weehawken Creative Arts Geographic Scope: Ridgway, CO area Purpose: To support individuals who demonstrate interest in visual, performing, or literary arts and, due to…
Nonprofit Employee Assistance Program Overview: Emergency relief program providing financial assistance to nonprofit employees who suffered losses from Hurricane Ian. Program Details: - Launched:…
Northeast BIPOC Farmer Relief Fund Status: This fund closed in August 2020 (deadline was August 10, 2020). The information is historical. Overview: Emergency relief funding for Black, Indigenous, and…
NPN COVID-19 Artist Relief Fund: A Trust-Based Model Program Type: Emergency relief funding for artists and cultural organizations Geographic Scope: Louisiana (local focus) Funding Period: 2020 Total…
Nurses House Inc. Grant Program Organization: Nurses House Inc. (NY, US) Website: nurseshouse.org Contact Information: - Address: 22 Century Hill Dr, Suite 101, Latham, NY 12110 - Phone: 518-240-8008…
Nyah's Angels Fund Overview: An endowment fund established to assist single mothers from Whitley County who have experienced the loss of a baby due to stillborn birth and face financial burden of…
Oct 1, 2026 - Sept 30, 2027 - Veterans Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket Program 100% of the net proceeds from Illinois lottery ticket sales are used to support Illinois veterans. On a quarterly basis,…
OCUF Student Loan Forgiveness Grant Funder: Ohio Credit Union Foundation (OCUF) Geographic Scope: Ohio Program Type: Student Loan Assistance Grant Overview: The Ohio Credit Union Foundation awards…
OF Charitable Grant Program Funder: Osseointegration Foundation Award Amount: Up to $10,000 per grant Purpose: Provides financial assistance to improve the quality of life for patients diagnosed with…
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.