Hardship Grants

Last updated August 25, 2026

There are currently 1,164 active hardship grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	William C. Becker Lawyers' Fund	Akron Bar Foundation	Rolling	Varies
State	Victim's Services (SLFRF)	Governor's Office of Planning and Budget	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	United Response Fund	Heart of West Michigan United Way	Rolling	$65K
Foundation	Hand-Up Application	Julie Weintraub's Hands Across the Bay	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Summit County: Building Hope Mental Health Scholarship Grant	Vail Health Behavioral Health	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Jazz & Heritage Music Relief Fund	New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Collegiate Guaranteed Income Program	United Way California Capital	Rolling	$500
Foundation	Art House Cares: COVID Relief Grants	Jersey City Arts Council Inc	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Autism Care Today Grant	Autism Care Today	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Hyperoxaluria Fund Grant	Healthwell Foundation	Rolling	Up to $8K
Foundation	RI Hospitality Employee Relief Fund	Ri Hospitality Association	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Dallas Foundation: Summer Grant Cycle	The Dallas Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $75K
Foundation	Seattle Relief Fund	Communities in Schools of Seattle	Rolling	$1K – $3K
Foundation	Vet Bill Program	Bella's Voice	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	EADDW Travel Assistance (Epilepsy Awareness Day at Disney World)	Danny Did Foundation	Rolling	Up to $2K
Foundation	Cancer-Related Behavioral Health Fund Grant	Healthwell Foundation	Rolling	Up to $2K
Foundation	Team Member Assistance Fund (TMAF)	Pacific Bells Employee Hardship	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	Begin Again Foundation Case Management Program	Begin Again Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	U.S. Writers Aid Initiative Grant	Pen American Center Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	City of Chicago Survivor Cash Assistance	The Network Advocating Against Domestic	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Flex Fund	Fight Against Domestic Violence	Rolling	Up to $1K
Foundation	Maui Fire Relief Fund	Aloha United Way Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Golden Leaf Scholarships	Blue Ridge Community College	Rolling	Up to $500
Foundation	Tri Kappa Memorial Fund	Kappa Kappa Kappa Inc	Rolling	Varies

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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 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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