Human & Social Service Grants

Last updated October 30, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,204 active human & social service grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 32 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 489 list an award amount, with a median of $15K.

Grants tracked: 1,204; from 1,004 funders
Median award: $15K; middle half $10K–$50K
Total listed funding: $100.1M; across 489 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 39; 57 with a published date

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Frank M. Coffin Family Law Public Interest Fellowship Maine Justice Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Named after Frank M. Coffin, Senior Judge on the First Circuit Court of Appeals, this fellowship provides legal representation in family law matters to clients who have qualified for pro bono assistance through the Volunteer Lawyers…	Not published	Varies
OSCT: Edward Ricci Award Grant Ocean State Charities Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The OSCT: Edward Ricci Award, offered by the Ocean State Charities Trust, aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations enhancing the quality of life for Rhode Islanders.	Not published	Up to $20K
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) ND Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Doheny Foundation Capital Grant Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Doheny Foundation Capital Grant focuses on enhancing social welfare, health, education, and religious initiatives in Los Angeles.	Not published	$50K
Lucy Downing Nisbet Charitable Fund Grant Lucy D Nisbet Charitable Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Lucy Downing Nisbet Charitable Fund, established in 2002, supports educational, health, human services, and arts programming for underserved populations in Vermont.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Family Grant Program Building on Love Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Building on Love, Inc. provides temporary financial support to families caring for a child (age 18 or younger) recently diagnosed (within ~120 days) with a life-altering illness and in active treatment.	Rolling	Varies
Dime Bank Foundation Grant Dime Bank Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dime Bank Foundation Grant supports organizations that enhance community well-being, focusing on affordable housing, basic human services, and educational programs.	Not published	Varies
ASF Capital Grants American Savings Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The American Savings Foundation provides capital grants to support projects aligned with its mission, prioritizing direct service programs for children, youth, and families in New Britain and Waterbury.	Not published	Up to $10K
Pantex Cooperative Grant Program Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CNS Pantex Community Investment Grant Program, administered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, invites nonprofit organizations in the northern Texas Panhandle to apply for funding.	Not published	Varies
Textron Charitable Trust Grants Textron Charitable Trust Dtd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Textron Charitable Trust Grants support U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions focusing on workforce development, education, arts, culture, and community health.	Not published	Varies
Halliburton Grant Program Halliburton Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Strengthening the economic and social well-being of the communities where we operate is among our most valued principles.	Not published	Varies
G. A. Ackermann Memorial Fund Grant M a & G a Ackerman Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The G. A. Ackermann Memorial Fund Grant, established in 1937, aims to provide quality health care and human services to underserved populations.	Not published	Varies
Field of Interest & Donor Advised Funds Grant Chester County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $8K The Chester County Community Foundation offers funding through its Field of Interest and Donor Advised Funds, supporting nonprofits in various sectors such as arts, education, and health.	Not published	$500 – $8K
AARP Foundation Grantmaking Program AARP Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Area Agency on Aging Supports Planning for Medicaid Long Term Services and Supports Maryland Department of Aging · State Not published · Varies The AAA provides the Supports Planning Service for applicants and participants who are applying to or enrolled in the Medicaid Long-term Services Support programs.	Not published	Varies
PLK Fund Northwest CT Community Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Water Assistance and Plumbing Repair Program Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide water repairs to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 by ensuring low-income households have access to water for washing and disinfecting surfaces.	Not published	Varies
Allegheny County Bar Foundation Legal Aid Grants Allegheny County Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Allegheny County Bar Foundation awards Legal Aid Grants to legal-services agencies serving low-income and underserved residents of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, funded through the Foundation's endowment and giving programs.	Not published	Varies
Gilbert and Thyra Plass Charitable Trust Grant The Gilbert & Thyra Plass · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Gilbert and Thyra Plass Charitable Trust aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in Brazos County, Texas, by supporting diverse charitable initiatives.	Not published	$5K – $10K
WE CARE Fund Grants Nassau County Bar Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The WE CARE Fund, established by the Nassau County Bar Association in 1988, is a charitable initiative dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for vulnerable populations in Nassau County, including children and the elderly.	Not published	Varies
United Way R4 Grants: Respond, Recover, Reimagine, and Rebuild United Way of Marshall County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way R4 grantmaking will address gaps in services and increase capacity of organizations to meet basic needs of Marshall County's most vulnerable individuals and families.	Not published	Varies
Harry S. Black & Allon Fuller Fund Grant Uw Harry S Black & Allon Fuller · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harry S. Black & Allon Fuller Fund Grant, established in 1930, aims to enhance healthcare access and human services for underserved populations in New York City and Chicago.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Educating while Sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ & Serving as the Hands and Feet of Christ Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Siebert Lutheran Foundation offers grants aimed at educating children and youth while sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.	Not published	Varies
Eveleth Community Foundation Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Eveleth Community Foundation Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations in the Eveleth area, focusing on arts, education, community development, environmental sustainability, and human services.	Not published	$500 – $10K

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do human & social service grants award?

Of the 1,204 human & social service grants Grantable lists as of October 30, 2026, 489 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, 1,004 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are human & social service grants due?

Of 1,204 grants listed, 39 accept applications on a rolling basis, 57 have a published upcoming deadline, 154 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 954 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 35% 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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