Human & Social Service Grants

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 1,221 active human & social service grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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?

JULIE WEINTRAUB'S HANDS ACROSS THE BAY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Application for Stabilization Status: Currently closed for updates - new process being implemented Geographic Scope: Tampa Bay Area Program Philosophy: - Provides more than monetary assistance; often…

Arizona Public Service Company (APS) · Rolling / Open Foundation

APS Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Public Service Company (APS) Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The APS Community Impact Grants aim to address diverse community…

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Rolling / Open Foundation

APS Training/Supervision Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Amount: US $12,600 - US $207,000 Last Updated: September 08, 2025…

AURORA COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arapahoe County Aid to Agencies Grant Funder: Arapahoe County Board of Directors Status: Aurora Mental Health & Recovery is a proud recurring recipient (2023-2026 grant years) Geographic Scope:…

SOVEREIGN MILITARY HOSPITALLER ORDER OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Area Grants Program Funder: Order of Malta American Association (Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and Malta) Geographic Scope: United States - 30 Areas across…

ARMSTRONG COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Armstrong County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania) Amount: Up to US $5,000…

ARTEMAS W STEARNS TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Artemas Stearns Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Artemas W Stearns Trust c/o Marsha E Rich ESQ Last Updated: November 12, 2024 Summary The Artemas Stearns Trust Grant supports projects aimed at…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
ARTHUR JORDAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arthur Jordan Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arthur Jordan Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Arthur Jordan Foundation Grant supports…

Up to US $10,000
AMERICAN SAVINGS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASF Capital Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Savings Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The American Savings Foundation provides capital grants to support…

AMERICAN SAVINGS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ASF Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Savings Foundation Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The American Savings Foundation offers ASF Program Grants to support programs enhancing…

UNITED WAY OF STORY COUNTY INC · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

ASSET Funding Funder: United Way of Story County Inc (IA, US) Geographic Scope: Story County, Iowa Focus Areas: Health and human services programs Funding Details: - The bulk of United Way's annual…

Junior League of Birmingham Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Assistance Fund Funder: Junior League of Birmingham Inc (AL, US) Geographic Scope: Birmingham, Alabama area Contact: Junior League of Birmingham, Inc., 2212 20th Ave. South, Birmingham, AL 35223,…

HOPE FOR AUTUMN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Assistance Request Application Funder: Hope For Autumn Foundation Geographic Scope: Alabama (families treated at Children's Hospital of Alabama) Focus Area: Financial assistance for families battling…

US $1,000 - US $20,000
ATHENS COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Athens County Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Athens County Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The Athens County Foundation Grant supports…

ATHENS FEDERAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Athens Federal Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Athens Federal Foundation Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Summary The Athens Federal Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in East…

ATKINSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Atkinson Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Atkinson Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Atkinson Foundation Grant Program aims to empower…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Audrey Hillman Fisher Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The Audrey Hillman Fisher Foundation…

THE AUTZEN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Autzen Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Autzen Foundation Last Updated: February 14, 2025 Summary The Autzen Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations improving Oregon through social…

Department of Social Services · Rolling / Open State

Auxiliary Grants (AG) - Agency: Department of Social Services - Application Period: October 21 deadline

ERIC A BAAE AND MARY C BAADE CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Baade Charitable Purposes Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eric A. Baade and Mary C. Baade Charitable Purposes Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Eric A.…

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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