Housing Grants for Nonprofits

Housing Grants for Nonprofits provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

1,215 grants
Foundation
Updated daily
Varies by year (e.g., $100,000 total distributed annually)
IOWA WOMEN'S FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Core Grants Funder: Iowa Women's Foundation Geographic Scope: Iowa (statewide) Focus Areas: Programs addressing six identified barriers to women and girls' economic self-sufficiency: - Employment -…

UNITED WAY OF THE BAY AREA · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund Status: Launched April 2020 by United Way Worldwide Geographic Scope: United States and communities served by local United Ways (94% coverage of U.S.…

BURKE COUNTY UNITED WAY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Donation Relief Fund Funder: Burke County United Way (in collaboration with Community Foundation of Burke County and other local foundations) Purpose: Provide emergency relief funds to…

UNITED WAY OF SOUTH MISSISSIPPI · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Emergency Grants Overview: Partnership between United Way of South Mississippi and Gulf Coast Community Foundation to provide emergency grants to nonprofits addressing direct needs caused by…

$114,000 total available; Small: Under $5,000, Medium: $5,001-$10,000, Large: $10,001-$25,000
Contra Costa Regional Health Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund - Wave 4 Status: This program appears to be closed as of the extraction date (2026-04-03). The application window was "now through February 9, 2024" and grant terms were…

MARSHALL COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

COVID-19 Rapid Response Grants Overview: Emergency funding program to address critical basic needs of households impacted by COVID-19, administered through United Way of Marshall County in…

PARTNERSHIP FOR SOUTHERN EQUITY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Rapid Response Relief Fund Funder: Partnership for Southern Equity (in partnership with United Way of Greater Atlanta and Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta) Status: One-time emergency…

UNITED WAY QUAD CITIES · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Rebuilding Fund Grants Funder: United Way Quad Cities Geographic Scope: Quad Cities (Scott and Rock Island counties) Program Period: July 2020 - at least mid-2021 Overview: United Way Quad…

$13,000 (Dutch Bros Coffee) + $5,000 (Mt. Bachelor Rotary) + $1,000 (Knife River) - growing with continued donations
UNITED WAY OF DESCHUTES COUNTY · May 22, 2026 · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Recovery & Resilience Fund Funder: United Way of Central Oregon Program Type: Emergency recovery and resilience fund (one-time) Geographic Scope: Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson Counties,…

$4,463,000 total distributed
ASPEN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Regional Response Fund Overview: COVID-19 relief fund launched directly by ACF to support the Aspen to Parachute community. Funded through contributions from individual donors and government…

$250,000 (emergency fund - currently being distributed)
NORTHSTAR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Relief Fund Status: One-time emergency fund (created during COVID-19 pandemic) Fund Amount: $250,000 special emergency fund Distribution: - First $130,000 distributed to: Sierra Community…

$250,000 total ($100,000 distributed, $150,000 remaining)
TAHOE MOUNTAIN RESORTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Relief Fund Status: Special emergency fund (created in response to COVID-19 pandemic) Award Amount: $250,000 total emergency fund - $100,000 already distributed to initial recipients -…

$250,000 total ($100,000 distributed, $150,000 additional planned)
OLD GREENWOOD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Relief Fund Status: Special emergency fund (appears to be past program from 2020) Funder: Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation Fund Amount: $250,000 special emergency fund - $100,000 already…

$250,000 total ($100,000 distributed, $150,000 remaining)
TAHOE MOUNTAIN RESORTS ENVIRONMENTAL · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Relief Fund Status: Emergency fund created during COVID-19 pandemic. Initial distributions completed; additional $150,000 being distributed based on greatest need. Overview: A special…

COMMUNITY IN ACTION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Rental Assistance Geographic Scope: Harney and Malheur Counties, Oregon Focus Areas: COVID-19 related rental assistance, homelessness prevention Overview: Program to assist renters who have…

Pasadena Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Response Fund Funder: Pasadena Community Foundation Status: One-time pandemic relief fund (2020-2021) Geographic Scope: Greater Pasadena area Focus Areas: Emergency assistance for…

Inland Empire Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19: IE Funders Alliance Rapid Response Fund Geographic Scope: Inland Empire, California Focus Areas: - Emergency support for community-based organizations providing critical services during the…

CRANKSTART FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Letter of Inquiry - Crankstart is committed to building relationships with intention and focus. Although we are not accepting unsolicited inquiries, we invite those interested…

FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Cultivating Health Grant Program Status: Active rolling grant program Eligibility: 501(c)3 organizations, school districts, and towns Geographic Scope: Foundation for Community Health's catchment…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of housing grants for nonprofits are available?
Housing Grants for Nonprofits come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for housing grants for nonprofits?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for housing grants for nonprofits?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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