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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The Equality Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Equality Fund, managed by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, aims to enhance the wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ residents in the Greater Hartford area.	Not published	Up to $50K
The Open Hand Fund Grant Lakeshore Community Foundation Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $14K The Open Hand Fund aims to support human needs organizations and those with Protestant and Evangelical affiliations in Manitowoc County. Eligible applicants include qualified charitable organizations as defined by the IRS.	Not published	Up to $14K
Eugene Straus Charitable Trust Grant Eugene Straus Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Eugene Straus Charitable Trust was established in 1974. Eugene Straus was born to a pioneer Dallas family who settled in Dallas County in the 1840s.	Not published	Varies
DCF County Progress Grant Program Dearborn Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Support the interests of the community from eligible tax-exempt organizations for charitable purposes.	Not published	Up to $10K
Verna O. Canova Foundation Grant Verna O Canova Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Verna O. Canova Foundation, established in 2013, supports health, education, human services, and community projects primarily in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Richard C. Munroe Foundation Grant The Richard C Munroe Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Richard C. Munroe Foundation Grant focuses on empowering communities through support for human services, the arts, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Ensworth Charitable Foundation Grant Ensworth Charitable Tr Uw · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ensworth Charitable Foundation, established in 1948, provides funding for educational, cultural, and health programs aimed at underserved populations in Hartford and nearby areas.	Not published	Varies
Vinton County Community Fund Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Vinton County Community Fund Grant, managed by the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, aims to support various community initiatives in Vinton County.	Not published	$500 – $3K
George H.C. Ensworth Memorial Fund Grant George HC Ensworth Memfund Tr · Foundation Not published · Varies The George H.C. Ensworth Memorial Fund Grant supports charitable organizations in Glastonbury, Connecticut, focusing on health, human services, youth services, education, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Community Giving (New Jersey Locations): Health & Wellness Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We accept requests year-round that are submitted using the Letter of Request through the BMS.	Not published	Varies
Blackford County Community Foundation Grant Program Blackford County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K The Blackford County Community Foundation Grant Program offers funding to enhance community life through various projects. Areas of interest include community development, health services, education, and human services.	Not published	$500 – $25K
VOCA Grant for Domestic Violence Services Expansion Legal Services Alabama Inc · Foundation Not published · $124K	Not published	$124K
CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant supports organizations that enhance the lives of women and children in Georgia and South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Call for Letters of Intent - Senior Services Funding Region VII Area Agency on Aging · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Myron Stratton Home Grant The Myron Stratton Home · Foundation Not published · Varies The Myron Stratton Home Grant aims to honor Winfield Scott Stratton's legacy by supporting organizations that assist underserved populations, including the elderly, children, and those unable to work due to illness.	Not published	Varies
SLCF Community Grants Program Seeley Lake Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Seeley Lake Community Foundation (SLCF) offers the SLCF Community Grant Programs to support local initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Seeley Lake, MT.	Not published	Up to $3K
Fred C. & Katherine B. Andersen Foundation Grant Fred C and Katherine B Andersen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fred C. & Katherine B. Andersen Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the quality of life in the St. Croix Valley of Minnesota and Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Delaware Restaurant Foundation Industry Relief Fund Delaware Restaurant Association · Foundation Rolling · $500 The Industry Relief Fund provides immediate emergency grants of $500 directly to Delaware restaurant and foodservice workers facing unanticipated hardship.	Rolling	$500
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program The Agricultural and Labor Program Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides emergency financial assistance and support services to low-income households. Applications may be submitted through the same application portal as LIHEAP.	Not published	Varies
Cleveland County Community Foundation Grants Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Cleveland County Community Foundation Grants, managed by the Foundation for the Carolinas, aim to enhance community welfare by supporting eligible nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and governmental entities.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Donor Advised Funds: Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Grant Columbine Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grand Foundation's Donor Advised Funds: Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Grant aims to support non-profit organizations in Grand County, Colorado.	Not published	Varies
Clare County Youth Action Council Grants (ClareYAC) Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clare County Youth Action Council Grants, provided by the Clare County Community Foundation, aim to enhance local community well-being through philanthropic efforts.	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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