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.

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What human & social service grants are open right now?

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.…

United Way of Franklin County · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Economic Relief Initiative Grant Funder: United Way of Franklin County (IN, US) in partnership with Lilly Endowment, Inc. and Indiana United Ways Purpose: Boost the efforts of selected area…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BLOOMINGTON · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund Geographic Scope: Monroe, Owen, and Greene counties, Indiana Overview: Emergency relief fund launched by United Way of Monroe County in partnership with the Community…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

COVID-19 Nonprofit Response Fund Purpose: To support nonprofit organizations impacted by efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus, with priority for those providing vital basic needs services and…

$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…

THE CRAIL-JOHNSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crail-Johnson Foundation - Human Services Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crail-Johnson Foundation Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Crail-Johnson Foundation primarily supports nonprofit…

CREAG FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Creag Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Creag Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Creag Foundation, established in 2009 in Woodinville, Washington, provides funding to…

CHASE HAWKS MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Crisis Fund Grant Overview: The Chase Hawks Memorial Association (CHMA) provides financial assistance to individuals and families in crisis in south central Montana and Northern Wyoming. The CHMA…

CRYSTELLE WAGGONER CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crystelle Waggoner Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crystelle Waggoner Charitable Trust Amount: US $15,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: August 23, 2024 Summary The Crystelle Waggoner…

CREDIT UNION WEST · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

CU West CARES Foundation Grants Overview: The CU West CARES Charitable Foundation provides one-time grants, financial education, and volunteer support to non-profit organizations aligned with the…

CULLUM FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cullum Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cullum Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Cullum Foundation Grant supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations primarily in Augusta,…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Culture Connect Legacy Fund The Culture Connect Legacy Fund grant program was established to carry forward the mission of the Atlanta-based social enterprise, Culture Connect. Culture…

US $30,000 - US $1,000,000
Cummings Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cummings $30 Million Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cummings Foundation Inc. Amount: US $30,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Cummings $30 Million Grant Program will…

Dallas County Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dallas County Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dallas County Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: September 13, 2025 Summary The Dallas County Foundation Grant supports community…

AGED & INDIGNT WOMEN'S FD D LANE · Rolling / Open Foundation

David N. Lane Trust for Aged & Indigent Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: David N. Lane Trust for Aged & Indigent Women Last Updated: July 04, 2025 Summary The David N. Lane Trust for Aged &…

DAVISON BRUCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Davison Bruce Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Davison Bruce Foundation Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Davison Bruce Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the mind, body, and spirit…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Basic Human Needs Grants Basic Human Needs Grants help your organization help people in need of basic necessities in Greater Dayton. Grants are awarded quarterly to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
DOUGLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Douglas County Community Foundation (Kansas) Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The DCCF Community Grants program aims…

DEKALB COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Eligible organizations seeking funding for facility construction or expansion are encouraged to apply for a Build the Future Grant. This program replaces the large-request section of…

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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