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HERNDON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview About us The Herndon Foundation was established in 1965 by Floyd D. Gottwald Jr. and Elisabeth S. Gottwald. Over the years, the Foundation has supported a variety of local causes and…
Human & Social Service Grants
Last updated June 15, 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.
1,221 grants
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What human & social service grants are open right now?
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GRAND RAPIDS AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Herreid Deer River Fund Availability: Applications accepted year-round Purpose Provide crisis funding to help individuals or families in the Deer River (56636) area experiencing a crisis of some…
Up to $500,000 (initial fund)
HIGHGATE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Highgate Charitable Foundation Associate Relief Fund Overview: A relief fund established by Highgate to provide financial support to current and furloughed Highgate associates affected by the…
US $1,000 - US $50,000
Highland Park Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Highland Park Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Highland Park Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Highland Park Community…
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HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hillman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Hillman Foundation, established in 1951, aims to enhance the quality of life in…
HINTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hinton Area Foundation: Community Impact Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hinton Area Foundation Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Hinton Area Foundation's Community Impact Fund Grant…
US $2,000 - US $20,000
GERTRUDE L HIRSCH CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hirsch Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gertrude L Hirsch Charitable Trust Amount: US $2,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: September 11, 2024 Summary The Gertrude L. Hirsch Charitable…
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Houston Junior Forum Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
HJF Community Grants Program Overview: Provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations that share a common philanthropic vision for assistance to the Houston community. Geographic Scope: Greater…
US $10,000 - US $75,000
Holman Enterprises Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Holman Enterprises Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Holman Enterprises Inc Amount: US $10,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary Holman Enterprises Community Grants aim to…
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COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF SOUTH CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Home Heating Assistance Purpose: Assist with past due utilities and heating costs. Program Types: Millage Home Heating Assistance - Income Limit: Up to 200% of poverty level - Services: Heating…
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COLUMBUS URBAN LEAGUE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Home Stabilization Program Organization: Columbus Urban League Status: Announced April 2020 during COVID-19 pandemic Geographic Scope: Columbus, Ohio Purpose: Emergency housing assistance to prevent…
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COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Homeless Supportive Services Geographic Scope: North Dakota statewide Program Status: Active - HOME-ARP Supportive Services Program: Launched January 2025 - North Dakota Homeless Grant (NDHG): Began…
US $5,000 - US $150,000
City & County of Honolulu · Rolling / Open Foundation
Honolulu Grants-In-Aid Status: ACTIVE Funder: City & County of Honolulu Amount: US $5,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Honolulu Grants-In-Aid program aims to support…
HORACE A MOSES CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
Horace A. Moses Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Horace A Moses Charitable Tr Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The Horace A. Moses Charitable Trust, established in 1923, focuses on…
$100,000 distributed to 15 Houston area projects annually
Houston Bar Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Houston Bar Foundation Community Grants Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Houston, Texas area Focus Areas: Supporting legal representation for those in need, promoting understanding of the…
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City of Houston · Rolling / Open Foundation
Houston Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Houston Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Houston Foundation Grant, established in 1915, supports nonprofit organizations that…
US $500 - US $15,000
HOUSTON YOUNG LAWYERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Houston Young Lawyers Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Houston Young Lawyers Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Houston Young Lawyers…
US $1,000 - US $15,000
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation
Howard County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Howard County…
Approximately US $2,500
HOWELL LOCKHART SEIPLE NO 1 IDT RES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Howell Lockhart Seiple Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Howell Lockhart Seiple Trust Amount: Approximately US $2,500 Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Howell Lockhart Seiple Trust Grant…
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THE STEWART W & WILLMA C HOYT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hoyt Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stewart W. and Willma C. Hoyt Foundation Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Stewart W. and Willma C. Hoyt Foundation supports nonprofit…
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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