Human & Social Service Grants

Last updated October 30, 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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Hoyt Foundation Grant The Stewart W & Willma C Hoyt · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stewart W. and Willma C. Hoyt Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in Broome County, NY, focusing on arts, education, health, and human services.	Not published	Varies
SJICF: Emergency Response Fund San Juan Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Please call the SJICF office BEFORE submitting a funding request._ The San Juan Island Community Foundation is a grantmaking nonprofit organization dedicated to the San Juan Island community.	Not published	Varies
Stanley A. and Flora P. Clark Memorial Community Trust Foundation Grant Clark Sa & FP Mem FD Irr Tua · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Stanley A. and Flora P. Clark Memorial Community Trust Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Public Benefits Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation aims to connect 25,000 families with young children in Philadelphia to public benefits and tax credits worth at least $75 million by 2035.	Not published	Varies
Human Service Grant Program Sussex County · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Human Service Grant Program, funded by Sussex County with $225,000, aims to support county-wide non-profit agencies enhancing health and human services. Grants range from $500 to $3,500, with an average of $2,400 in FY 2024.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Crail-Johnson Foundation - Human Services Grants The Crail-Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crail-Johnson Foundation primarily supports nonprofit organizations that benefit children, youth, and families in the greater Los Angeles area.	Not published	Varies
Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Major Grant Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Major Grant supports impactful projects in the community, focusing on arts, education, health, community development, and human services.	Not published	Up to $25K
Wold Foundation Grant Wold Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wold Foundation Grant, established in 1985, aims to support charitable, scientific, literary, and educational projects primarily benefiting Wyoming citizens and youth.	Not published	Varies
Nicholas H. Noyes Jr. Memorial Foundation Grant Nicholas H Noyes Jr Memorial · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nicholas H. Noyes Jr. Memorial Foundation supports charitable organizations and educational institutions serving the greater Indianapolis area, focusing on arts, education, health, and community services.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Relief & Hardship Assistance Alterra Mountain Company Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Community Foundation provides emergency relief and hardship assistance to individuals and organizations in need within communities surrounding Alterra's North American destinations and the Denver Metropolitan area corporate offices.	Rolling	Varies
Kahlert Foundation Maryland Grant The Kahlert Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kahlert Foundation Maryland Grant aims to enhance community well-being by supporting non-profit organizations focused on health care, education, youth programs, veteran services, and human services primarily in Maryland and Utah.	Not published	Varies
Kettering Family Foundation Grant Kettering Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kettering Family Foundation, established in 1956, supports diverse charitable activities across various sectors, including arts, education, health, and human services.	Not published	Varies
James B. Linsmayer Foundation Grant Linsmayer James B Fdn Tr-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The James B. Linsmayer Foundation Grant supports programs in arts, culture, education, health, and human services primarily within the Twin Cities of Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
Adelaide Dawson Lynch Trust Grant Adelaide Dawson Lynch Mem Trust · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Adelaide Dawson Lynch Trust Grant, established in 1993 in memory of Adelaide Dawson Lynch, aims to support charitable organizations in Rhode Island providing essential food and shelter to economically disadvantaged citizens.	Not published	$1K – $5K
McGowan Charitable Fund Grants William G McGowan Charitable Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The William G. McGowan Charitable Fund provides grants focusing on Education, Human Services, and Healthcare initiatives. The fund prioritizes programs with measurable outcomes that aim to alleviate poverty and suffering.	Not published	Varies
Services for Older Adults Grant Program Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Services for Older Adults Grant Program by the Oklahoma City Community Foundation supports organizations aiding older adults (65+) to live independently at home.	Not published	Up to $30K
COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund United Way of the Bay Area · Foundation Not published · Varies Established by United Way Worldwide to support communities affected by COVID-19, this fund mobilizes United Way's network covering 94% of U.S. communities.	Not published	Varies
Hawarden Community Foundation Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hawarden Community Foundation Grant aims to enhance community well-being by providing financial support to nonprofit organizations and local government units that serve the 51023 zip code area.	Not published	Varies
FY27 RFP COAEEAP27007 for TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE for NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF) GRANT PROPOSAL Iowa Department of Health and Human Services · State Not published · $50M	Not published	$50M
Westchester Community Foundation Grant Program The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Westchester Community Foundation Grant Program offers competitive grants to public charities and groups providing programs in Westchester County.	Not published	Varies
Louis & Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable Foundation Grant Louis and Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Louis & Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable Foundation Grant aims to enhance educational, cultural, and health care services in the Greater Kansas City Metro area.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Bluegrass Bartenders Fund Lee Initiative Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies A hardship relief initiative designed to provide immediate, tangible assistance to spirit industry professionals employed at locally owned independent businesses in the Louisville Metro area. Coverage of essential living expenses including:	Rolling	Varies
Edward F. Swinney Trust Grant Edward F Swinney Trust for Employees · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edward F. Swinney Trust Grant, established in 1944, supports public charitable and educational initiatives in Missouri, primarily in Kansas City.	Not published	Varies
MTF Responsive Grantmaking Board-Approved Grants Moses Taylor Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applicants are required to schedule a meeting with Foundation staff prior to quarterly proposal submission.	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 30, 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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