Human & Social Service Grants

Last updated October 31, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,204 active human & social service grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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The LG&E and KU Foundation: Powering Community Impact Grant LG&E and Ku Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The LG&E and KU Foundation is dedicated to enhancing community welfare by supporting nonprofit organizations that address essential needs.	Not published	Varies
Field Hall Foundation Full Grants Field Hall Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Field Hall Foundation provides grants to non-profits and local governments to enhance the lives of older adults and their caregivers in Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester Counties, NY.	Not published	Up to $50K
Mayo Clinic: Community Contributions Program in Rochester under $5000 Grant Mayo Clinic · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Mayo Clinic Community Contributions Program in Rochester provides funding opportunities for non-profit organizations to support various initiatives, including human services, education, and arts enrichment.	Not published	Up to $5K
Dougherty Trust Grant Lucille and John B Dougherty Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Lucille and John B. Dougherty Trust provides grants to charitable organizations, particularly in education, health, and human services, primarily benefiting Brazos County, Texas.	Not published	$5K – $10K
MCF: Fall Grant Miami County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Miami County Foundation offers grants to support community programs in arts, education, health, and human services for Miami County residents.	Not published	Varies
Smallwood Foundation Grant Frances C and William P Smallwood · Foundation Not published · Varies The Smallwood Foundation Grant supports charitable purposes within a hundred-mile radius of Dallas/Fort Worth, Gainesville, and Minden.	Not published	Varies
Women’s Fund of Vanderburgh County Grant Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Women’s Fund of Vanderburgh County offers annual grants including two Impact Grants of $50,000 each for programs or projects. Additionally, four grants of $15,000 will be awarded to finalists in each category.	Not published	$15K – $50K
Grand County Commissioners Donor Advised Fund Grant Columbine Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grand County Commissioners Donor Advised Fund Grant supports local organizations that aim to improve the quality of life in Grand County.	Not published	Varies
James and Robert Hardman Fund for North Adams, Clarksburg, Florida, MA and Stamford, VT Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The James and Robert Hardman Fund was established by the families of James A. Hardman, Jr. (1909-1990) and Robert Hardman (1911-1978) to honor the memory of these two outstanding citizens of North Adams, Massachusetts.	Not published	Varies
Truman C. Kuehn Charities Grant Kuehn Truman C Tua · Foundation Not published · $6K – $10K The Truman C. Kuehn Charities Grant supports a variety of charitable causes primarily in San Diego County, California.	Not published	$6K – $10K
Garland D. Rhoads Foundation Grant Garland D Rhoads Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Garland D. Rhoads Foundation Grant supports qualified 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in Texas, focusing on community improvement, education, health, and human services.	Not published	$5K
Regional Transplant Family Support Grant Program Greater Delaware Valley Society of Transplant Surgeons · Foundation Not published · Varies This Healthcare Grant Program supports patients and their caregivers/families who travel for transplant-related services.	Not published	Varies
Connecticut Welcome Fund @ 4-CT 4-CT Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies Fund created in response to federal funding cuts exceeding $4 million to three of Connecticut's largest refugee resettlement and service agencies. Supports critical services for immigrant and refugee families across Connecticut.	Not published	Varies
Gilmore Foundation Grant Irving S Gilmore Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Irving S. Gilmore Foundation offers grants to enhance the cultural, social, and economic life of Greater Kalamazoo.	Not published	Varies
Janesville Foundation Grant Janesville Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Janesville Foundation Grant supports innovative ideas that enhance the community's quality of life through economic development, education, and human services.	Not published	Varies
J. F Maddox Foundation Grant JF Maddox Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The J. F. Maddox Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Lea County, New Mexico, by supporting non-profit organizations and projects that align with its strategic plan.	Not published	Varies
Baade Charitable Purposes Trust Grant Eric a Baae and Mary C Baade Charitable · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Eric A. Baade and Mary C. Baade Charitable Purposes Trust, established in 1958, aims to support diverse charitable causes primarily in Allen County, Indiana.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Earl and Maxine Claussen Trust Grant Claussen E & M Charitable Tuw · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Earl and Maxine Claussen Trust, established in 1984, aims to support the residents of Grand Island, Nebraska, particularly in Hall, Merrick, and Howard counties.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Home Heating Assistance Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies Assist with past due utilities and heating costs.	Not published	Varies
Russell Family Foundation Grant Charles and Carolyn Russell Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Russell Family Foundation Grant, established in 2007 in Duluth, Minnesota, supports charitable causes in the areas of arts, education, environment, health, human services, public benefit, and religion.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Assistance Request Application Hope for Autumn Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Hope for Autumn Foundation provides financial assistance to families battling childhood cancer who are being treated at Children's Hospital of Alabama. Requests for assistance are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.	Rolling	Varies
Leach Foundation Grant The Tom and Frances Leach · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tom and Frances Leach Foundation is dedicated to fostering healthy, thriving communities by awarding grants to nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
BCF: Community Grant Benton Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The BCF Community Grant offers funding opportunities for organizations that support the growth of children, youth, and families in Benton County.	Not published	Up to $10K
Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund - Human Services Grants Program The Emeril Lagasse Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies

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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 31, 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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