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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Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Memorial Fund Grant Ethel S C Smith No 5 Charitable TW · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Memorial Fund Grant supports organizations in southeastern Pennsylvania, focusing on community needs in Delaware County.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Reuter Family Foundation Grant Reuter Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reuter Family Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations providing essential human services to the poor and disadvantaged in Collin County and Dallas, Texas.	Not published	Varies
New York City Good Neighbor Committee Grants The Ford Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K – $100K The New York City Good Neighbor Committee Grants support local organizations in NYC focusing on arts, education, and human services.	Not published	$30K – $100K
Patricia Kind Family Foundation Grant The Patricia Kind Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Patricia Kind Family Foundation Grant supports organizations in Philadelphia tackling poverty-related challenges.	Not published	$10K – $25K
JLH: Emergency + Contingency Grants The Junior League of Houston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The JLH Emergency + Contingency Grants provide financial support to tax-exempt organizations addressing urgent needs in Brazoria, Fort Bend, Harris, and Waller counties.	Not published	Varies
MHUW Strategic Investment Grants Mile High United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $200K The MHUW Strategic Investment Grants support nonprofit organizations in the seven-county Metro Denver area, focusing on basic needs, early childhood education, and out-of-school programming.	Not published	$10K – $200K
Katharine C. Pierce Trust Grant Pierce Katharine C Uw · Foundation Not published · $10K The Katharine C. Pierce Trust Grant aims to enhance the lives of women in Massachusetts facing challenging circumstances.	Not published	$10K
FY 2027 Civil Legal Services and Justice Grant Program Equal Justice Wyoming Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Nunnally Foundation Grant Nunnally Foundation-Main · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Nunnally Foundation Grant supports various charitable activities in the Greater Richmond, Virginia area, with funding typically ranging from $5,000 to $50,000.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Lawrence Saunders Fund Grant DL Saunders Lawrence Saunders · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Lawrence Saunders Fund Grant, established in memory of Lawrence Saunders, supports charitable endeavors with a focus on environmental projects, education for underprivileged children and adults, and social services for those in need.	Not published	Up to $5K
Alice L. Johnson Charitable Trust Grant A L Johnson Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $8K The Alice L. Johnson Charitable Trust Grant provides vital support to the needy and deserving poor of Bristol Borough, Pennsylvania.	Not published	$8K
Leonard Litz Foundation-TransPLUS Resource Grants Leonard Litz Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Leonard Litz LGBTQ+ Foundation, via its TransPLUS Resource Center, supports transgender, gender-nonconforming, non-binary, and intersex individuals.	Not published	Varies
Financial Assistance Program Jessica June Children's Cancer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies JJCCF's main program committed to providing emergency financial relief to help families fighting childhood cancer pay for everyday basic necessities such as rent, utilities, medical, car, gas and food.	Not published	Varies
J. J. Smith Foundation Grant J. J. Smith Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The J. J. Smith Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations that aid low-income older adults in El Paso County, TX.	Not published	Varies
Edward W. and Stella C. Van Houten Memorial Fund Grant E and S Van Houten Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Edward W. and Stella C. Van Houten Memorial Fund Grant, established in 1978 in New Jersey, supports health, education, and human services.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Kelly Foundation Grants for Health and Human Services Kelly Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Kelly Foundation Grants for Health and Human Services aims to enhance the well-being of the Greater Sacramento area by supporting projects that promote health, education, and community prosperity.	Not published	$10K
Thornburg Foundation Grant Thornburg Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thornburg Foundation Grant supports organizations with strong leadership and a commitment to excellence in areas like human services, education, homelessness, and policy.	Not published	Varies
UWCM United Response Fund United Way of Central Massachusetts Inc · Foundation Ongoing · $500K The United Response Fund is a $500,000 initiative launched by the United Way of Central Massachusetts to address emerging community needs.	Ongoing	$500K
Statewide Capital Projects Initiative Grant United Way of Marshall County Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $1.5M The Statewide Capital Projects Initiative Grant provides essential funding to nonprofit organizations in Indiana, aiming to enhance health and human services.	Not published	$50K – $1.5M
Gheens Foundation Grant The Gheens Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gheens Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in metropolitan Louisville and Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes, Louisiana.	Not published	Varies
Senior Health Assistance Program - BAA Reimbursement (IL) Grant Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) · Foundation Not published · $17K – $205K The Senior Health Assistance Program - BAA Reimbursement in Illinois utilizes Tobacco Settlement Recovery Funds and federal grants to provide educational outreach and enrollment assistance for Medicare Part D, Social Security's Extra Help…	Not published	$17K – $205K
Gene Conley Foundation Grant Gene Conley Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gene Conley Foundation Grant supports religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational initiatives, focusing on the prevention of cruelty to children and animals.	Not published	Varies
VCF - Basic Needs Fund Grant Program The Valley Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The VCF - Basic Needs Fund Grant Program aims to support organizations providing essential material assistance in food security, housing stability, and hygiene needs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Irene D. Cunningham Trust Grant Irene D Cunningham W · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Irene D. Cunningham Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Delaware and Chester Counties, Pennsylvania, dedicated to assisting the needy poor.	Not published	$2K – $5K

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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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