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 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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Perpetual Trust for Charitable Giving Grant Perpetual Tr-Undesignated · Foundation Not published · Varies The Perpetual Trust for Charitable Giving Grant, established in 1957, focuses on supporting educational, human services, and healthcare programs for underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
Fox Family Foundation Grants Fox Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: For organizations that have not been funded by Fox Family Foundation previously or those who have not had a Foundation grant awarded to them in recent years, a meet-and-greet is required._ Our approach is centered on the guiding…	Not published	Varies
Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation Grant Martha Ellen Tye Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation Grant provides vital support to enhance the quality of life in Marshalltown, Iowa, by funding educational, artistic, cultural, and human service projects.	Not published	$1K
Thomas J. Emery Memorial Grant The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thomas J. Emery Memorial Grant, established by prominent Cincinnati philanthropists, aims to enhance the lives of individuals in the Greater Cincinnati area through grants that support social, cultural, educational, civic, and physical…	Not published	Varies
LCF Health & Human Services Grants Lenawee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lenawee Community Foundation provides essential funding to not-for-profit organizations in Lenawee County, Michigan, focusing on civic, cultural, health, education, and social services.	Not published	Varies
Bean Foundation Grant Norwin S and Elizabeth N Bean Foundati · Foundation Not published · Varies The Norwin S. and Elizabeth N. Bean Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations and public agencies in Manchester and Amherst, New Hampshire, focusing on arts, education, health, and more.	Not published	Varies
Leo Niessen, Jr. Charitable Trust Grant Leo Niessen Jr Charitable Tr-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Leo Niessen, Jr. Charitable Trust Grant supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations engaged in charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational activities.	Not published	Varies
Merice "Boo" Johnson Grigsby Foundation Grants The Merice Boo Johnston Grigsby · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Boo Grigsby Foundation, established in 2007, supports 501(c)(3) organizations in Baton Rouge and across Louisiana, focusing on education, health services, arts, human services, community initiatives, and conservation.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Nelson County Community Fund Grant Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nelson County Community Fund (NCCF) supports charitable initiatives within Nelson County by providing grants to local organizations.	Not published	Varies
Energy Assistance Program (EAP) Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · Up to $600 EAP helps income-eligible households reduce their energy burden with assistance grants paid directly to utility providers. The program assists families with low incomes in managing utility costs during the critical heating season.	Not published	Up to $600
Three Rivers Community Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Three Rivers Community Foundation Grant supports local non-profits in enhancing community services.	Not published	Varies
Venable Foundation Grants Venable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Venable Foundation, a corporate funder, provides grants averaging $10,000 to nonprofits focused on human services, legal support, education, workforce development, youth impact, health, environment, and arts.	Not published	$10K
TANF Employment & Training Program - Support Services Program Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Bureau of Employment and Training · Foundation Not published · $150K – $223K The TANF Employment & Training Program - Support Services Program aims to provide essential transportation services for low-income individuals in Illinois, facilitating their access to jobs at large employers.	Not published	$150K – $223K
The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Community Solutions Grant Program Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation's Community Solutions Grant Program aims to enhance the quality of life in the East Metro by supporting organizations and initiatives that are shaped by and benefit local residents.	Not published	Up to $50K
CFNI Community Grants Program Community Foundation of Northern Illinois · Foundation Not published · More than US $50,000 The CFNI Community Grants Program, established by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, has distributed over $72 million since 1953 to enhance local quality of life.	Not published	More than US $50,000
Community Fund Grant: Health & Human Services Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Akron Community Foundation's Health & Human Services Grant focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Summit County. It supports approved 501(c)(3) organizations addressing essential needs such as food, shelter, and medical care.	Not published	Varies
Erwin C. Bauer Charitable Trust Fund Grant Bauer Erwin C Char Tuw · Foundation Not published · Varies The Erwin C. Bauer Charitable Trust Fund Grant supports a variety of charitable purposes, including education, health, environmental conservation, and social services for residents of Madison, CT.	Not published	Varies
Roger W. and Mary C. Lyons Memorial Trust Grant Roger W & Mary C Lyons Memorial · Foundation Not published · Varies The Roger W. and Mary C. Lyons Memorial Trust Grant supports charitable organizations dedicated to aiding underprivileged children in Wisconsin. This grant focuses on health and medical research, as well as human and social services.	Not published	Varies
Charles J. Strosacker Foundation Grant The Charles J Strosacker Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles J. Strosacker Foundation Grant supports organizations in Michigan that focus on political, charitable, scientific, or educational initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Grants for the Common Good Frances P Bunnelle Foundation Coastal Community Foundation of SC · Foundation Not published · Varies Competitive grants distributed in two cycles per year to advance the quality of life in Georgetown County, South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Herbert A. and Adrian W. Woods Foundation Grants Herbert and Adrian Woods Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Herbert A. and Adrian W. Woods Foundation, founded in 1999, supports charitable organizations primarily in the greater St. Louis area.	Not published	Varies
PA IOLTA Board's Law School Clinical and Internship Programs Grant Pennsylvania Interest on Lawyer Trust Accounts Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The core mission of the Pennsylvania Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts (IOLTA) Board is to support the provision of civil legal services to the Commonwealth’s poor and disadvantaged.	Not published	Varies
Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation Grant Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation Grant supports charitable, religious, and educational organizations focused on improving the lives of underprivileged individuals.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Guilford Foundation Competitive Grant The Guilford Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of The Guilford Foundation is to enrich the quality of life in our community by connecting people who care with causes that matter, now and for generations to come.	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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