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 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.

1,221 grants
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What human & social service grants are open right now?

NINA HEARD ASTIN CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nina Heard Astin Charitable Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nina Heard Astin Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Nina Heard Astin Charitable…

NISSAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About "Enriching people's lives" is the global vision of Nissan and all its operating companies across the world. Nissan supports this vision by improving the quality of life in the…

THE NORCLIFFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Norcliffe Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Norcliffe Foundation Last Updated: August 20, 2025 Summary The Norcliffe Foundation Grant supports various community-enhancing projects in the…

Varies (historically $36,000 total awarded annually across multiple organizations)
NORFOLK ROTARY CHARITIES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Norfolk Rotary Charities Grants to Area Nonprofits Funder: Norfolk Rotary Charities Inc (Rotary Club of Norfolk) Geographic Scope: Hampton Roads area/Southeastern Virginia Focus Areas: - Arts -…

$5,000 - $10,000
INSURANCE INDUSTRY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Northeast Division Grants Funder: Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) Northeast Division Geographic Scope: Northeastern United States Background: As the founding division of IICF, the…

Northwest Community Bank Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northwest Community Bank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northwest Community Bank Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Northwest Community Bank…

NEBRASKA PRESBYTERIAN FOUNDATION OF THE SYNOD OF LAKES AND PRAIRIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

NPF: Human Services Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: NEBRASKA PRESBYTERIAN FOUNDATION OF THE SYNOD OF LAKES AND PRAIRIES Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Nebraska Presbyterian Foundation…

US $5,000 - US $50,000
NUNNALLY FOUNDATION-MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nunnally Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Nunnally Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Nunnally Foundation Grant supports various…

Siouxland Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

O’Brien County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Siouxland Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The O’Brien County Community…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
THE O'NEILL BROTHERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

O'Neill Brothers Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: O'Neill Brothers Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The O'Neill Brothers Grants support 501(c)(3)…

OWEN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Funds available are limited each year, these grants are on a first come, first served basis._ Our Mission The Owen County Community Foundation is committed to enhancing the quality of…

Washington state department of commerce · Rolling / Open Foundation

OCVA’s Telemedical Forensic Examination (TFE) grants Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington state department of commerce Amount: Up to US $1,100,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview…

US $2,500 - US $10,000
KAHRS CHR TR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Odessa and Henry Kahrs Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Odessa and Henry Kahrs Trust Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Odessa and Henry Kahrs Trust Grant…

Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services · Rolling / Open State

Office of Victim Services This program provides informational assistance, crisis counseling and referrals to individuals, families or companies who have been victimized by an offender being…

OGDEN CODMAN TR UWO DOROTHY SFM CODMAN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ogden Codman Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ogden Codman Trust Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Ogden Codman Trust Grant provides crucial financial support to organizations serving…

Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Older Americans Act Title III-B Funding Funder: Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging Inc (Trellis) Geographic Scope: Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area, Minnesota Program Type: Federal Older…

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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