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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Grant Sherburne Fund Grant Uw Urania C Sherburne · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grant Sherburne Fund, established in 1888, supports nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island focused on basic human needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare for underserved populations.	Not published	Varies
Competitive and Field of Interest Grants (General Grant Program) Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · $612K – $2.9M The Richland County Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations addressing community needs through competitive grants and field of interest grants (from unrestricted funds).	Not published	$612K – $2.9M
Sailors' Snug Harbor of Boston: Special Three-Year Funding Initiative Grant Sailors' Snug Harbor of Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K Sailors' Snug Harbor of Boston has launched a Special Three-Year Funding Initiative aimed at enhancing social services for fishermen, their families, and low-income elders in Massachusetts' coastal communities.	Not published	Up to $150K
Chain of Checks Grant The Community Foundation of the Northern Shenandoah Valley · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Chain of Checks Grant, established in 1986 by Barry Lee, has raised nearly $2 million to support various nonprofits in the community.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Milton Hicks Wood & Helen Gibbs Wood Charitable Trust Grant Char Tua M H Wood & H G Wood · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Milton Hicks Wood & Helen Gibbs Wood Charitable Trust Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Texas, focusing on human services. Established by Milton and Helen Wood, it reflects their values of hard work and family.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Lawrence County Community Foundation Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Lawrence County Community Foundation (LCCF) is now accepting grant applications until September 10.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Community Investment Grant Program United Way of Kennebec Valley · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The Community Investment Grant Program by United Way of Kennebec Valley provides essential funding to support local programs that enhance health, education, and financial stability in Kennebec County.	Not published	$3K – $50K
Annual Grants Program Highland Park Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants are awarded on an annual basis to qualified nonprofits and governmental agencies that have completed a rigorous application process.	Not published	Varies
Merrick Foundation Grant The Merrick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Merrick Foundation, established in 1948, aims to enhance the quality of life and health for Oklahomans, particularly in South Central Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $50K
Community Disaster Relief Fund Grants Morgan Hill Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Community Disaster Relief Fund was established to respond to sudden events of declared disaster or emergency that bring damage, loss, or destruction to people and/or property in the greater Morgan Hill area.	Rolling	Varies
Community Giving (Locations except New Jersey) Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We accept requests year-round. For all community giving applications, we strongly urge you to submit your application at least 12 weeks in advance of the date of required funding.	Not published	Varies
Beckley Area Foundation Community Grant Program Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Beckley Area Foundation Community Grant Program supports charitable organizations in Raleigh County by providing discretionary grants focused on pressing community needs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Thomas C. and Sandra S. Sullivan Foundation Grant Thomas C&SANDRA S Sullivan Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The Thomas C. and Sandra S. Sullivan Foundation Grant focuses on providing educational opportunities and aid to disadvantaged individuals in greater Cleveland.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment Grant, offered by the North Carolina Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations focused on education, health, and human services in eastern North Carolina.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation Grants Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation, established in 1994, enhances the Fort Wayne community through grants focusing on social services, arts, and education.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Immediate Needs Grants Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We will not be accepting any new grant inquiries or applications in 2025. These grants support organizations that meet the fundamental needs of people experiencing poverty in South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
John T. Shea Foundation Grant John T Shea Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John T. Shea Foundation Grant supports charitable, nonprofit organizations in Houston, Texas, focusing on religious, scientific, and educational purposes, as well as the prevention of cruelty to children and animals.	Not published	Varies
VSHSL Human Services Workforce Stabilization (FS 6) Grant King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · $7.7M The VSHSL Human Services Workforce Stabilization program aims to enhance staff recruitment and retention in human service organizations in King County.	Not published	$7.7M
Artemas Stearns Trust Grant Artemas W Stearns Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Artemas Stearns Trust Grant supports projects aimed at assisting the indigent elderly and deserving poor in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Organizations applying must demonstrate a direct benefit to these populations.	Not published	Varies
Fall Grant Cycle - Education and Health & Human Services JW & HM Goodman Family Charitable · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Fall Grant Cycle focuses on Education and Health & Human Services. In 2025, the Foundation will offer grants for paid internships at nonprofits, prioritizing DEI recruitment.	Not published	Up to $10K
Clark County Outside Agency Grant (OAG) - Department Initiatives Clark County, Nevada · Foundation Not published · $30K The Clark County Outside Agency Grant (OAG) offers funding for the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 to support initiatives by various agencies.	Not published	$30K
Laffey-McHugh Foundation Grant Laffey-McHugh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Laffey-McHugh Foundation is a private non-profit foundation established in Delaware in 1959 by Alice Laffey McHugh, the only child of John P. Laffey and Marie Louise Soutiere Laffey. Alice was born in Deadwood South Dakota in 1896.	Not published	Varies
Older Americans Act Title III-E (Caregiver Support Services) Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging Inc · Foundation Not published · $1,300,091 Supports caregiver services and respite care for family and friend caregivers of older adults, including: In Minnesota, there are an estimated 931,000 family/friend caregivers.	Not published	$1,300,091
West Bancorporation Foundation Grant The West Bancorporation Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The West Bancorporation Foundation Grant supports charitable programs in Central and Eastern Iowa and Minnesota, focusing on low- and moderate-income individuals. Eligible nonprofit organizations must hold a 501(c)(3) IRS Exemption Letter.	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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