Human & Social Service Grants

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 1,221 active human & social service grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

1,221 grants
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What human & social service grants are open right now?

Varies (recent awards: $729,000-$835,000 across 48-68 organizations)
ASPEN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Grantmaking Overview: ACF's primary grantmaking program providing operational and programmatic support to nonprofit organizations serving the Aspen to Parachute region. The program has been…

Up to US $5,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 09, 2025 Summary The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley offers…

Up to $18,000
Mt Pleasant Area Community Fnd · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Grants Funder: Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation (MPACF) Geographic Scope: Isabella County, Michigan Mission: Enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Isabella County, now and…

MANATEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Funder: Manatee Community Foundation Program Type: Competitive grant process for local nonprofits Geographic Scope: Manatee County, Florida Focus Areas: - Human services -…

Up to $1.5 million total; individual grants range from $1,900 to $90,000
TELLURIDE FOUNDATION · October 26, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Overview: 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…

Varies by award
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MUNCIE · July 3, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Community Grants Program Overview: The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County awards Community Grants to nonprofit organizations serving Muncie and Delaware County. Grants are awarded to…

PATRICK AND AIMEE BUTLER FAMILY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants Program - Human Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patrick & Aimee Butler Family Foundation Amount: More than US $20,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2024 Summary The Butler Family…

Colorado Respite Coalition · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants: State Respite Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Respite Coalition Amount: US $10,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: April 08, 2025 Summary The Colorado Respite Coalition is offering…

UNITED WAY OF MESA COUNTY INC · November 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Fund Overview: 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…

NEW BREMEN FOUNDATION INC · June 30, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Community Impact Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: New Bremen, Ohio area and surrounding communities Focus Areas: - Arts - Civic engagement - Education - Environment - Health and human services…

NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grant- Senior Issues & Human Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Community Impact Grant for Senior Issues &…

Up to $10,000 per agency
UNITED WAY OF MATANUSKA-SUSITNA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Matanuska-Susitna (UWMS) Geographic Scope: Mat-Su Borough, Alaska Overview UWMS provides support for programs and services in the Mat-Su valley that…

Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Formerly Known As: CFSEK General Fund Grants Geographic Scope: Southeast Kansas region Purpose: Fund programs focusing on community benefit and improvement Focus Areas: -…

Approximately $200,000 total distributed annually
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of South Sarasota County Contact: - Address: 4242 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293 - Phone: (941) 484-4811 - Email: office@uwssc.org Overview United Way…

UNITED WAY OF NORTHERN NEW YORKINC · August 29, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Northern New York Geographic Scope: Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties, New York Program Description: United Way of Northern New York invests in…

UNITED WAY OF HENRY COUNTY · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Overview: Community Impact Grants are how United Way of Henry County (UWHCM) invests local contributions from their Annual Campaign to fight for education, financial security,…

SUFFOLK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Suffolk Foundation Geographic Scope: Suffolk and Western Tidewater, Virginia Status: Active annual grant program Program Overview The Suffolk Foundation's primary…

1889 FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: 1889 Foundation in partnership with United Way of the Southern Alleghenies Geographic Scope: Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania Program Status: Active (1889…

Jackson Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Jackson Community Foundation's Grant Committee prioritizes funding for programs, services, and systems change initiatives that provide opportunities for learning, action, and advocacy…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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