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 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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Frances Perkins Program for Social Work Episcopal Charities of the Diocese of New York · Foundation Not published · Varies A new program funded by an extraordinary generous gift to provide social work support to Episcopal Charities grantee partners.	Not published	Varies
Athens Federal Foundation Grant Athens Federal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Athens Federal Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in East Tennessee, particularly in Bradley, McMinn, Meigs, Monroe, and Polk counties.	Not published	Varies
CFCW: Major Projects Grant Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin offers the Major Projects grant to support impactful community projects in Portage and Waushara counties. Annually, one project is funded with grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000.	Not published	$25K – $50K
White Foundation Grant The Connie Burwell White and William · Foundation Not published · Varies The Connie Burwell and William W. White Foundation focuses on enhancing the Denver metro community by funding education, the arts, and human welfare initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Stanly County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Stanly County Community Foundation Grant Cycle aims to enhance local community initiatives by providing funding for projects in arts, education, healthcare, housing, and human services.	Not published	Up to $8K
KC Water Services Fund Mid America Assistance Coalition · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 Emergency water utility assistance for low-income households Customers below 180% federal poverty income guidelines can apply for assistance. Funds are processed through local social service agencies or utility assistance events.	Rolling	Up to $500
Patrick Family Foundation Grant Patrick Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Patrick Family Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations in South Carolina, focusing on arts, healthcare, education, social services, and conservation.	Not published	Varies
Dover Foundation Grants Dover Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dover Foundation, established in 1944 by Jack and Charles Dover, focuses on enhancing community lives through support for faith-based, educational, and human service organizations.	Not published	Varies
The McCrory Foundation Grant McCrory Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCrory Foundation Grant, established by J. Lyndall McCrory in 1993, focuses on humanitarian projects in Carter County, Oklahoma.	Not published	Varies
Medina Foundation Grants Medina Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Please note: Given the Foundation's recent decision to sunset within the next few years, we are currently prioritizing LOIs only from our existing grantees.	Not published	Varies
Innovative Impact Grants Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scranton Area Community Foundation makes grants to foster good ideas that have the potential to strengthen our community and enrich the lives of the people of Scranton, Lackawanna County, and Northeastern Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Thomas J. Atkins Memorial Trust Fund Grant Thomas Atkins Meml FD Tr Uw · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thomas J. Atkins Memorial Trust Fund, established in 1946, aims to enhance educational, human services, and healthcare programs for underserved populations in Middlesex County, Connecticut.	Not published	Varies
Draper Foundation Fund Northwest CT Community Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jeannette F. Schlobach Grant Program Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Jeannette F. Schlobach Grant Program provides essential support to nonprofit organizations serving residents of Dutchess County, NY, affected by poverty.	Not published	Up to $20K
Burton Family Foundation Grants Burton Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burton Family Foundation Grants support a wide range of organizations in Arizona, focusing on education and human services.	Not published	Varies
John W. Boynton Fund Grant: Older Adults in Massachusetts John W Boynton Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The John W. Boynton Fund Grant supports organizations that benefit older adults in Massachusetts, particularly in the Athol area.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Luella Kemper Trust Grant Succ Tr U W Luella Kemper Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Luella Kemper Trust Grant, administered by Bank of America, supports quality education and human services for underserved populations, particularly in Grayson County, Texas.	Not published	Varies
Medical Research and Human Services Grants Laffintr of John & Maria Tuw Main · Foundation Not published · $2K – $40K The John and Maria Laffin Trust provides funding for education, animal welfare, medical research, and human services to 501(c)(3) organizations.	Not published	$2K – $40K
Naples Woman's Club Community Grants GFWC Naples Woman's Club Inc · Foundation Not published · $70K The Naples Woman's Club awards grants to social service agencies and nonprofit organizations serving the Naples community and broader service areas. The club awarded over $70,000 in grants to social service agencies in 2019.	Not published	$70K
Annual Agency Review - Human Services Funding Tempe Community Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Services and Enrichment Grant City of Rockville · State Not published · Varies The Community Services and Enrichment Grant, provided by the City of Rockville, aims to support local nonprofit organizations that enhance community services and enrichment programs for city residents and visitors.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Sandwich Grant The Cape Cod Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Fund for Sandwich Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for Sandwich, MA residents through grants for initiatives addressing community challenges.	Not published	Up to $5K
Robert A. Mills Foundation Grant Robert Mills Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Robert A. Mills Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey, focusing on charitable, religious, scientific, literary, humanitarian, scholarship, and educational initiatives.	Not published	$5K
HAF: Holiday Funding Partnership Grant Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The HAF: Holiday Funding Partnership Grant, supported by the Humboldt Area Foundation, provides essential funding for charitable organizations offering winter holiday assistance in Humboldt, Del Norte, Trinity, and Curry counties.	Not published	$500 – $2K

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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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