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?

SNEE-REINHARDT CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Snee-Reinhardt Charitable…

BIRD OF PRAY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Soaring Support Program Overview: Volunteer teams connect directly with organizations and individuals in distressed countries to solve real problems as intelligently and inexpensively as possible.…

Maryland Department of Human Services · Rolling / Open State

Social Services to Adults Social Services to Adults provide case management assistance to adults with limited capabilities seeking to remain or become self-supporting and self-sufficient; it seeks to…

SOPHIA F ROMERO TUW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sophia Romero Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sophia F Romero Tuw Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The Sophia Romero Trust Grant, established in 1948, focuses on enhancing health care and human…

$500 per family per calendar year
SOPHIA'S FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sophia Support Assistance Program Overview: Sophia Support provides financial assistance to families in New England who have a child with cancer. Support covers food assistance, household expenses,…

SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Southern Oklahoma Memorial Foundation Grant…

THE ARH FOUNDATION FOR HEALTHIER · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Sponsorship Request Program Funder: Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) Mission: To improve health and promote well-being of all people in Central Appalachia in partnership with communities. ARH is…

ST AUGUSTINE FOUNDATION LTD · Rolling / Open Foundation

St. Augustine Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St Augustine Foundation Ltd Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary The St. Augustine Foundation Grant supports Augustinian…

ST MARYS METHODIST CHURCH FOUNDATION I · Rolling / Open Foundation

St. Marys Methodist Church Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St Marys United Methodist Church Foundation Inc Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The St. Marys Methodist Church Foundation…

THE STACKPOLE-HALL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stackpole-Hall Foundation Grant - from $10,001 - $50K Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stackpole-Hall Foundation Amount: US $10,001 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Stackpole-Hall…

THE STACKPOLE-HALL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stackpole-Hall Foundation Grant - over $50K Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stackpole-Hall Foundation Amount: More than US $50,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Stackpole-Hall Foundation Grant,…

THE STACKPOLE-HALL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stackpole-Hall Foundation Grant - up to $10K Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stackpole-Hall Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Stackpole-Hall Foundation, a private family foundation,…

FESTUS & HELEN STACY FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stacy Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Festus And Helen Stacy Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Festus & Helen Stacy Foundation provides grants to non-profit…

More than US $10,000
GREATER GREEN BAY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stand Together Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Stand Together Foundation Grant,…

FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stanly County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Stanly County Community Foundation…

INDIANA ASSOCIATION OF UNITED WAYS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Statewide Capital Projects Initiative (SCPI) Funder: Indiana Association of United Ways Inc (IUW) Overview: Matching capital grant program for nonprofits with real estate needs directly associated…

UNITED WAY OF MARSHALL COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Statewide Capital Projects Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way of Marshall County Amount: US $50,000 - US $1,500,000 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The Statewide Capital Projects…

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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