Human & Social Service Grants
Last updated October 9, 2026
Grantable tracks 1,213 active human & social service grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 33 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 495 list an award amount, with a median of $15K.
- Grants tracked
- 1,213
- from 1,012 funders
- Median award
- $15K
- middle half $10K–$50K
- Total listed funding
- $101.7M
- across 495 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 39
- 63 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Community Grants Program Telluride Foundation · Foundation ~October · $2K – $1.5M The Telluride Foundation's Community Grants program is one of its fundamental programs, supporting the vibrancy of the community as well as core safety net programs. | |
| Community Innovative Grants United Way of Midland Inc · Foundation ~October · Up to $15K | |
| Ludlow Foundation Grant Ludlow Foundation · Foundation ~October · Up to $500 The Ludlow Foundation Grant aims to support the basic needs of individuals and organizations, focusing on education, rehabilitation, and crisis situations. Grants of up to $500 can be applied for throughout the year. | |
| Shelby County Commissioners Tindall Farm Fund Grant Blue River Foundation Inc · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · Varies The Shelby County Commissioners Tindall Farm Fund (administered by BRCF) supports organizations providing basic needs to Shelby County, IN residents; applications due quarterly (Feb 1, May 1, Aug 1, Nov 1), awarded quarterly — next… | |
| Community Excellence Award United Way of Greater Charlottesville · Foundation ~November · $5K Funds support non-profit human service organizations in Planning District Ten that desire to implement a strategic planning framework centering core values, service, and collaboration. | |
| Libra Foundation Grant Libra Foundation · Foundation Nov 15, 2026 · Up to $25K The Libra Foundation Grant, established by Elizabeth Noyce in 1989, focuses on supporting charitable organizations in Maine. | |
| Warehime Operational Grant Airie Knipel Harry V and J William · Foundation Nov 15, 2026 · $3K – $50K The Warehime Operational Grant supports non-profits addressing basic human needs through operational expenses. | |
| Agency Grant Request Charity Circle of Murfreesboro · Foundation ~November · Varies | |
| Community Access Program (CAP) Woodland Park Zoological Society · Foundation ~November · Varies Woodland Park Zoo's Community Access Program distributes over 100,000 free zoo tickets annually to qualifying non-profit and human service partner organizations. | |
| Collins Foundation Grant Collins Foundation · Foundation ~November · Average grant $2,000–$7,500 The Collins Foundation, established by William and Ruth Collins, supports charitable, educational, and religious causes in Boulder County, Colorado. | |
| Community Impact Fund United Way of Mesa County Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies The Community Impact Fund is United Way of Mesa County's primary grant program providing vital funding to help ensure everyone in Mesa County has the opportunity to reach their full potential. | |
| The Andrews Foundation Grant The Andrews Foundation · Foundation Nov 30, 2026 · $5K – $15K The Andrews Foundation, a private family foundation based in Northeast Ohio since 1951, focuses on enriching the quality of life in the region. | |
| Amboy Foundation Grant The Amboy Foundation · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · $1K – $10K The Amboy Foundation Grant provides funding to tax-exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. | |
| Other Legal Services Grants (Zone Grants) Pennsylvania Interest on Lawyer Trust Accounts Board · Foundation ~December · Varies These are competitive grants that support the delivery of specialized legal services to targeted groups of people. Funding is allocated to geographic zones based on the proportion of people living in poverty throughout the state. | |
| E.J. and Marjory B. Ourso Family Foundation Baton Rouge Area Foundation · Foundation Dec 31, 2026 · Varies The E.J. and Marjory B. Ourso Family Foundation supports South Louisiana, which has been good to the family over generations. The foundation provides grants to nonprofits that have new, creative or beneficial projects. | |
| WCA Foundation Grants The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies | |
| Cambridge Savings Charitable Foundation Grants Cambridge Savings Charitable · Foundation Dec 31, 2026 · $1K – $5K The Cambridge Savings Charitable Foundation has been enhancing community life since 2003, granting over $12.5 million to non-profits in areas like Acton and Boston. | |
| Cameron Foundation Grant Program The Cameron Foundation · Foundation Jan 7, 2027 · US $10,000 - US $200,000 The Cameron Foundation Grant Program aims to enhance the quality of life in the Tri-Cities area by funding initiatives that address health care access, human services, economic development, education, and cultural preservation. | |
| Smith Family Foundation: Small Capital Grants Richard & Susan Smith Family Foundation · Foundation ~January · $25K – $100K The Smith Family Foundation offers Small Capital Grants ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 to support tax-exempt nonprofits in Greater Boston and Gateway Cities. | |
| Law School Clinical and Internship Programs Grants Pennsylvania Interest on Lawyer Trust Accounts Board · Foundation ~January · Varies Grants are made to each of the eight law schools operating in Pennsylvania to support clinical and internship programs that provide free civil legal representation. | |
| Impact100 Metro Detroit Project Grant Impact100 Detroit · Foundation ~January · $100K Impact100 Metro Detroit awards one $100,000 grant annually (or multiple grants depending on membership). For every 100 women who donate $1,000 each, one $100,000 grant is awarded. | |
| DCCF Community Grants Douglas County Community Foundation · Foundation Feb 1, 2027 · $1K – $10K The DCCF Community Grants program aims to enhance the quality of life for residents of Douglas County, Kansas, by funding diverse local projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and community development. | |
| Partnership in Youth Services Grants (PYS) Foundations Community Partnership · Foundation Feb 1, 2027 · Up to $5K The Partnership in Youth Services Grants (PYS) program provides funding of up to $5,000 to non-profit organizations in Bucks County, PA, that address community issues and improve the lives of children and families. | |
| Madeleine B. Wildes Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Feb 15, 2027 · $1K – $3K The Madeleine B. Wildes Fund Grant offers financial assistance to residents of Salisbury facing hardships due to illness or misfortune. |
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Human & social service grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 39 3%
- Upcoming date published
- 63 5%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 155 13%
- No deadline published
- 956 79%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 63 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active human & social service grants
- Siouxland Community Foundation 9 active
- Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation 7 active
- Northwest CT Community Foundation Trust 7 active
- Columbine Community Foundation 6 active
- Employees Community Fund of the Boeing Company 6 active
- Foundation for the Carolinas 6 active
1,012 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 1,213 active human & social service grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 9, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 1 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About human & social service grants
Human and social service grants help nonprofits deliver core supports like case management, child and adult protective services, disability services, and assistance for vulnerable families. Major federal funding flows through HHS's Administration for Children and Families, including the Social Services Block Grant (Title XX) and the Community Services Block Grant, which reach providers through state agencies and local Community Action Agencies. Private funders such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation and large community foundations also back human-services organizations.
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Human & Social Service Grants by state
Browse human & social service grants available to organizations in 24 states.
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Top funders for human & social service
Foundations and grantmakers active in human services — explore each funder's giving history, typical grant sizes, and what they fund.
- Central Florida Behavioral Health Network Inc Tampa, FL $293.6M given/yr
- Lutheran Services Florida Inc Tampa, FL $248.3M given/yr
- Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Worth Fort Worth, TX $226.0M given/yr
- Early Learning Coalition of Broward County Inc Fort Lauderdale, FL $152.2M given/yr
- Delivering Good Inc New York, NY $132.4M given/yr
- Triumph Gulf Coast Inc Tallahassee, FL $87.3M given/yr
- Camelot Community Care Inc Clearwater, FL $64.1M given/yr
- Buckner Foundation Inc Dallas, TX $57.2M given/yr
- Childnet Inc Fort Lauderdale, FL $50.9M given/yr
- Alliance for Aging Inc Miami, FL $50.9M given/yr
- Democracy Fund Inc Washington, DC $49.2M given/yr
- Healthy Start Momcare Network Inc Tallahassee, FL $46.7M given/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do human & social service grants award?
Of the 1,213 human & social service grants Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 495 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $15K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $50K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most human & social service grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Siouxland Community Foundation (9), Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation (7), Northwest CT Community Foundation Trust (7), Columbine Community Foundation (6), and Employees Community Fund of the Boeing Company (6). In all, 1,012 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are human & social service grants due?
Of 1,213 grants listed, 39 accept applications on a rolling basis, 63 have a published upcoming deadline, 155 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 956 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 41% fall in October–December.
What human services grants are available?
Funding supports a broad range of human services, including case management, child and adult protective services, services for people with disabilities, employment and education supports, and crisis assistance. Federal block grants like the Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) and Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) are leading sources, alongside state human-services agency programs and private foundation grants. Most opportunities target organizations serving low-income and otherwise vulnerable populations.
Who funds human services programs?
The largest funder is the federal government, primarily HHS's Administration for Children and Families (ACF), which administers SSBG and CSBG and passes funds to states, territories, tribes, and local Community Action Agencies. State human-services departments, county governments, and private funders such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation and regional community foundations round out the field. Each has its own eligibility rules and priorities.
Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to apply for human services grants?
Most foundation and many federal human-services grants require nonprofit status, typically a 501(c)(3) determination, though some funds also flow to government agencies and tribes. Because block-grant dollars are often re-granted through state agencies, the practical first step is to check both federal program rules and your state administering agency's requirements. Build relationships with your local Community Action Agency, which frequently subcontracts service delivery.
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