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 federal, 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
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What human & social service grants are open right now?

OLGA SIPOLIN CHILDREN'S FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Olga Sipolin Children's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Olga Sipolin Childrens Fund 0006350310 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Olga Sipolin Children's Fund Grant, managed by Bank of…

State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Omnibus Eviction and Homelessness Prevention RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Omnibus Eviction and…

Oriental Trading Company · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oriental Trading Co. Corporate Giving Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oriental Trading Company Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Oriental Trading Company Corporate Giving Program…

THE OSCAR RENNEBOHM FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oscar Rennebohm Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oscar Rennebohm Foundation Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Oscar Rennebohm Foundation Grant aims to enhance education, health care,…

OCEAN STATE CHARITIES TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

OSCT: Edward Ricci Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ocean State Charities Trust Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The OSCT: Edward Ricci Award, offered by the Ocean…

CENTRAL NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oswego County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central New York Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The Oswego County Community Foundation, part of the…

PENNSYLVANIA INTEREST ON LAWYER · December 12, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Other Legal Services Grants (Zone Grants) Funder: Pennsylvania IOLTA Board Overview: These are competitive grants that support the delivery of specialized legal services to targeted groups of people.…

Approximately US $5,000
BERDACH OTTO P TUW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Otto P. Berdach Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Otto P. Berdach Trust Amount: Approximately US $5,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Berdach Trust Grant, established by Otto P.…

Office for Victims of Crime · June 23, 2026 Federal

OVC FY 2026 Services for Victims of Crime This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OVC FY 2026 Services for Victims of Crime. This opportunity supports the development, expansion, and…

THE LOUIS AND PEACHES OWEN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Owen Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Louis and Peaches Owen Family Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Owen Family Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations…

PALM BEACH COMMUNITY TR FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Palm Beach Community Trust Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Palm Beach Community Trust Fund Amount: US $4,500 - US $30,000 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Palm Beach Community Trust Fund…

AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pantex Cooperative Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The CNS Pantex Community Investment Grant Program, administered by the Amarillo…

Varies (FY 2020-21: Over $258,000 total distributed)
VALLEY UNITED WAY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Partner Agency Funding Program Overview: Valley United Way awards funding annually to its network of partner agencies serving the Lower Naugatuck Valley region. Geographic Scope: Five communities in…

Foundations Community Partnership · Rolling / Open Foundation

Partnership in Youth Services Grants (PYS) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundations Community Partnership Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Partnership in Youth Services…

LANCASTER COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Passion Grants Overview: The Lancaster County Community Foundation's Passion Grants convert donors' passions into impact through supporting programming in a broad range of focus areas. Focus Areas…

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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