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?

United Way St Croix Valley Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

John Coughlin Hope Fund (JCHF) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way St Croix Valley Inc Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview United Way St. Croix & Red Cedar…

DUNCAN JOHN G TUW · Rolling / Open Foundation

John G. Duncan Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John G. Duncan Charitable Trust Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The John G. Duncan Charitable…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
The John J Leidy Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

John J. Leidy Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John J. Leidy Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Summary The John J. Leidy Foundation, established in 1957,…

Approximately US $10,000
KRAKAUER JOHN CHARITABLE TR · Rolling / Open Foundation

John Krakauer Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Krakauer Charitable Trust Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The John Krakauer Charitable Trust,…

JOHN M ROSS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

John M. Ross Foundation - Major Capital Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John M. Ross Foundation Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The John M. Ross Foundation offers a Major Capital Grant to support…

ALLEGHENY COUNTY BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

John P. Gismondi Fund Purpose: Provide summer employment opportunities to University of Pittsburgh law students at Neighborhood Legal Services (NLS) or other similar public interest non-profit…

JOHN R MCCUNE DEC'D CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

John R. McCune Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John R Mccune Char Trust No 9721 Amount: US $10,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The John R. McCune Charitable…

JOHN T SHEA CHARITABLE FOUNDATION XXXXX4009 · Rolling / Open Foundation

John T. Shea Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John T. Shea Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The John T. Shea Foundation Grant supports charitable, nonprofit organizations in…

TA JOHN W AND ANNA H · Rolling / Open Foundation

John W. and Anna H. Hanes Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Wesley Hanes And Anna Hodgin Hanes Foundation Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The John W. and Anna H. Hanes Foundation…

JOHN W BOYNTON FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

John W. Boynton Fund Grant: Athol Area Residents Status: ACTIVE Funder: John W. Boynton Fund Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The John W. Boynton Fund provides…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
PORTER JOHN W TUW · Rolling / Open Foundation

John W. Porter Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John W. Porter Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The John W. Porter Trust Grant, established in 1947, aims…

JOHN W AND EFFIE E SPEAS MEMORIAL TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

John W. Speas & Effie E. Speas Memorial Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John W. Speas & Effie E. Speas Memorial Trust Last Updated: October 11, 2024 Summary The John W. Speas & Effie E. Speas…

More than US $100,000
The Jolley Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jolley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jolley Foundation Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Jolley Foundation Grant offers up to $100,000 to charitable…

JONI ELAINE TEMPLETON CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joni Elaine Templeton Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joni Elaine Templeton Foundation Amount: Approximately US $5,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Joni Elaine Templeton…

JOSEPH E & MARJORIE B JONES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joseph E. and Marjorie B. Jones Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joseph E. and Marjorie B. Jones Foundation Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Joseph E. and Marjorie B. Jones Foundation…

US $1,000 - US $3,000
J J MILLER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joseph J. Miller Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joseph J. Miller Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Joseph J. Miller Foundation Grant supports…

SKILLING JOSEPH KENNARD TD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joseph Kennard Skilling Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joseph Kennard Skilling Trust Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Joseph Kennard Skilling Trust Grant…

UNITED WAY OF GREATER GREENSBORO INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Joseph M. Bryan Human Services Grant (Bryan) Overview: The Joseph M. Bryan Foundation established the grant program in 1996 to recognize Bryan's lifelong commitment to the welfare of the Greensboro…

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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