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?

DSF CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

DSF Charitable Foundation: Human Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DSF Charitable Foundation Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The DSF Charitable Foundation offers grants focused on health,…

Duncan Family Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Duncan Aviation Family Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Duncan Family Trust Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Duncan Aviation Family Trust Grant supports organizations that enhance public…

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DUWI Fund Geographic Scope: Darlington, Wisconsin area Purpose: Responds to area's not-for-profit organizations wishing to start new, innovative programs or expand current services Focus Areas: -…

BATON ROUGE AREA FOUNDATION · December 31, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

E.J. and Marjory B. Ourso Family Foundation Overview: The E.J. and Marjory B. Ourso Family Foundation supports South Louisiana, which has been good to the family over generations. The foundation…

US $2,000 - US $5,000
SOUTHERN COLORADO COMMUNITY FOUNDAT · Rolling / Open Foundation

E.M. Christmas Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southern Colorado Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the E.M. The next…

CLAUSSEN E & M CHARITABLE TUW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Earl and Maxine Claussen Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Earl and Maxine Claussen Trust Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Earl and Maxine Claussen Trust,…

EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Concept proposals may be submitted at any time. Foundation staff and/or the Grant Review Committee will review Step 1 (Letter of Inquiry) material to determine whether the project…

EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: EBSCO Industries, Inc. Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program supports initiatives in education,…

EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

EBSCO Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: EBSCO Industries, Inc. Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary EBSCO Sponsorships provide funding for initiatives that enhance the arts, education,…

EMPLOYEES COMMUNITY FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECF of Boeing Company: Colorado Chapter Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Employees Community Fund Of The Boeing Company Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The…

Employees Community Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECF of Boeing Washington: Puget Sound Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Employees Community Fund Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary Overview ECF of Boeing Washington: Puget…

Evanston Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview ECF Resilience Grant Designed with community-need in mind, these special grants allow the Foundation to remain responsive and supportive of our local organizations, and the communities they…

EPISCOPAL COMMUNITY SERVICES OF THE DIOCESE OF NEW JERSEY INC · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

ECS-NJ Annual Grant Program Overview: ECS-NJ grants are designed to expand existing compassion and justice ministries of congregations in the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey and make new ones…

EDITH PCTAYLOR CHARITABLE TRUST XXXXX7009 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant provides funding…

EDITH WINTHER GRACE CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edith Winter Grace Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edith Winter Grace Trust Last Updated: July 19, 2025 Summary The Edith Winter Grace Trust Grant provides funding exclusively to charitable…

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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