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.

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What human & social service grants are open right now?

US $500 - US $2,980
Sussex County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Service Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sussex County Amount: US $500 - US $2,980 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Human Service Grant Program, funded by Sussex County with…

City of Longmont · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Services Agency Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Longmont Last Updated: July 07, 2025 Summary The City of Longmont is inviting applications for the Human Services Agency Funding…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Services and Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary The Human Services and…

King County Department of Community and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Services Bus Ticket Program RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: Up to US $444,440 Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Human…

City of Kent · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Services Funding Collaborative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Kent Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Human Services Funding Collaborative, supported by the City of Kent, aims to…

THE NEW YORK COMMUNITY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Services New York City Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The New York Community Trust Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Human Services New York City program aims to alleviate poverty and…

HUMAN-ANIMAL ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Human-Animal Alliance General Grant Program Funder: Human-Animal Alliance Inc (FL, US) Website: h-aa.org Contact: - Email: alexis@h-aa.org & jackie@h-aa.org - Phone: 561-485-0445 - Address: 13833…

CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF PUEBLO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Humanitarian Grants (Msgr. Delaney Humanitarian Fund) Funder: Catholic Diocese of Pueblo Foundation Geographic Scope: Diocese of Pueblo and surrounding communities (Colorado) Website:…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
THE HYDE AND WATSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hyde and Watson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hyde and Watson Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: September 13, 2025 Summary The Hyde and Watson Foundation, established…

IAN & MIRIAM ROLLAND FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ian And Miriam Rolland Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Ian and Mimi Rolland…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHEAST · Rolling / Open Foundation

ICCF: Community Improvement Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The ICCF Community Improvement…

Siouxland Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ida County Community Betterment Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Siouxland Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Ida County Community…

IDACORP EMPLOYEE COMMUNITY SERVICES · Rolling / Open Foundation

IDACORP’s Employee Community Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idacorp Employee Community Services Fund Inc. Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary IDACORP’s Employee Community Funds is a…

US $5,000 - US $50,000
THE STEELE-REESE FOUNDATION XXXXX1004 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Idaho and Montana Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Steele-Reese Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Idaho and Montana Grant Program, managed by…

Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

IDHS Employment Barrier Reduction Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services Amount: US $3,000,000 Last Updated: May 18, 2025…

ILLINOIS EQUAL JUSTICE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Illinois Armed Forces Legal Aid Network Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Equal Justice Foundation Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Illinois Armed Forces Legal Aid Network Grant…

Illinois Bar Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Illinois JusticeCorps Overview: AmeriCorps-based program placing fellows in courthouses across Illinois to bridge the gap in civil legal aid by serving as liaisons between self-represented litigants…

SISTERS OF CHARITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH CAROLINA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: We will not be accepting any new grant inquiries or applications in 2025. _ Immediate Needs Grants These grants support organizations that meet the fundamental needs of people…

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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