Hardship Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,192 active hardship grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 41 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 467 list an award amount, with a median of $2,500.

Grants tracked: 1,192; from 900 funders
Median award: $2,500; middle half $1,000–$10K
Total listed funding: $27.8M; across 467 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 286; 24 with a published date

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One Hope Fund Sigma Delta Tau - Gamma Lambda Chapter · Foundation Not published · Varies The One Hope Fund is an impact program developed by the Sigma Delta Tau Foundation to serve all sisters during every phase of their lives. Grants are available for those facing difficulty due to unforeseen circumstances.	Not published	Varies
Emma Harper Turner (EHT) Fund - Alumna Grants Pi Beta Phi Fraternity Louisiana Alpha · Foundation Rolling · Varies Awards are made in the hope of helping members through financial crisis created by job loss, illness, natural disaster or other unexpected life circumstances.	Rolling	Varies
Colstrip Impacts Foundation: Worker Support Grant Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colstrip Impacts Foundation: Worker Support Grant is designed to assist workers affected by recent closures in the Colstrip community.	Not published	Varies
Columbus Realtors Foundation - Emergency Aid (Benevolence Fund) Grant Columbus Realtors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Columbus REALTORS® Foundation, established in 1991, provides essential emergency financial assistance to members of the Columbus Association of REALTORS® and their families facing extreme circumstances.	Not published	Varies
Senior and Dorinda’s Dream Funds Grant Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Senior and Dorinda’s Dream Funds Grant Program provides financial assistance to fulfill end-of-life wishes for terminally ill adults in hospice care.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Relief Fund Metropolitan Regional Arts Council · Foundation Rolling · $500 Provides short-term, rapid relief to artists facing unexpected lost income or expenses due to personal/professional emergencies or natural disasters.	Rolling	$500
Macy’s Emergency Scholarship Fund Grant LULAC National Educational Service Centers (LNESC) · Foundation Not published · $500 The Macy’s Emergency Scholarship Fund, a collaboration between the LULAC National Educational Service Centers (LNESC) and Macy’s, aims to assist students facing financial hardships.	Not published	$500
CCOF Foundation Bricmont Hardship Assistance Fund California Certified Organic Farmers Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The CCOF Foundation's Bricmont Hardship Assistance Fund gives grants to organic business owners/farmers affected by hardships of all kinds; since 2007 it has distributed $210,000+. A captured application cycle ended Nov 20, 2020.	Rolling	Varies
Greenbrier Valley Emergency Food Fund Grant Greater Greenbrier Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Greenbrier Valley Emergency Food Fund, managed by the Greenbrier Valley Community Foundation, aims to combat food insecurity in the Greenbrier Valley.	Not published	Up to $2K
Rosendin Foundation Emergency Grant The Rosendin Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Rosendin Foundation Emergency Grant provides financial support for unplanned expenses due to unforeseen circumstances such as natural disasters.	Not published	Up to $5K
Family Care Program Umps Care Charities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A UMPS CARE Charities program component supporting families in need.	Not published	Varies
Sharing Fund Souderton Mennonite Homes · Foundation Not published · Varies Gifts to this fund are invested for the purpose of providing benevolent care to the residents of Dock Woods and The Willows of Living Branches who can no longer afford to pay the full cost of their care.	Not published	Varies
Mantle Cell Lymphoma Fund Grant Healthwell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $9K The Mantle Cell Lymphoma Fund, managed by the HealthWell Foundation, provides financial assistance to underinsured patients diagnosed with Mantle Cell Lymphoma.	Not published	Up to $9K
UHCCF Medical Grant Unitedhealthcare Children's Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The UHCCF Medical Grant provides financial assistance to families with children under 16 years old who need access to medical services not fully covered by insurance.	Not published	$5K – $10K
PBA COVID-19 Relief Fund Professional Beauty Association · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Emergency Assistance Stoughton Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The foundation provides emergency assistance to individuals and families in crisis situations within the community. This program provides a safety net for those facing urgent needs.	Not published	Varies
Winneconne Area Community Foundation Competitive Grants Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Winneconne Area Community Foundation offers competitive grants aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents. With a focus on arts, education, and basic needs, the foundation supports projects that address community challenges.	Not published	Up to $2K
Community Assistance Program Team Telomere Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K Provides support for patient and family travel and lodging costs for participation in clinical trials.	Rolling	Up to $1K
Simcha Fund - Bar Mitzvah TOV Vchesed Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Tov V'Chesed's Simcha Fund provides financial assistance to orphaned boys to celebrate their bar mitzvah with dignity and joy.	Not published	$3K
Okanogan County Small Business Emergency Grant Program Alliance 2005 · Foundation Not published · $2K Program launched in response to COVID-19 pandemic and Governor's Stay Home, Stay Healthy order. Collaborative effort between The Economic Alliance and Twisp Works.	Not published	$2K
Individual Student Grant Assistance Galveston Independent School District Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 Assistance for students in difficult circumstances that prevent them from participating in valuable educational experiences with peers.	Rolling	Up to $500
Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP) for the Elderly The Agricultural and Labor Program Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides emergency home energy assistance for elderly individuals. Applications may be submitted through the same application process as LIHEAP.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Grant Rochelle Area Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies For use when the general grant cycle is not in session	Rolling	Varies
Carolyn Kemmeries Student Grants University High School Foundation & Alumni Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 In recognition of the tremendous contributions from former UHS Principal, Carolyn Kemmeries, the UHS Foundation and Alumni Association seeks to support UHS students, particularly those who are first generation college bound and in…	Not published	Up to $500

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About 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do hardship grants award?

Of the 1,192 hardship grants Grantable lists as of October 27, 2026, 467 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $2,500, and the middle half fall between $1,000 and $10K. The largest is $4.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most hardship grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Healthwell Foundation (17), Entertainment Community Fund (13), Community in Action (8), Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc (7), and Begin Again Foundation (6). In all, 900 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are hardship grants due?

Of 1,192 grants listed, 286 accept applications on a rolling basis, 24 have a published upcoming deadline, 323 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 559 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 63% fall in October–December.

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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