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.

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

PENNSYLVANIA INTEREST ON LAWYER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Statewide Legal Services Grant Funder: Pennsylvania IOLTA Board Overview: This is a non-competitive grant awarded annually to the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. (PLAN, Inc.), an administrative…

STEEL DYNAMICS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Steel Dynamics Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Steel Dynamics Foundation Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Steel Dynamics Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing community quality of…

JUSTINE STERKEL FUND XXXXX7008 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sterkel Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Justine Sterkel Fund Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Sterkel Fund Grant provides support for charitable purposes in Mansfield, Richland County,…

ALEX STERN FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stern Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alex Stern Family Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2025 Summary The Alex Stern Family Foundation Grant provides funding to nonprofits in the…

US $500 - US $5,000
ACHELIS FOUNDATION DBA STEVEN B ACHELIS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Steve's Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Achelis Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary Steve's Foundation Grant is a small private funding opportunity…

NORTH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stiefvater Senior Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Valley Community Foundation Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Stiefvater Senior Endowment Grant, offered by the North Valley…

STORMS FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Storms Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Storms Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2025 Summary The Storms Family Foundation Grant focuses on funding…

Structured Employment Economic Development · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Strong Fathers, Stronger Families Program Funder: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Family Assistance Award Amount: $10 million over 5 years ($2 million annually) Status:…

STULLER FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stuller Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stuller Family Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Stuller Family Foundation Grant supports innovative solutions to community…

SUFFOLK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Suffolk Foundation: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Suffolk Foundation Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Suffolk Foundation's Community Impact Grants Program supports…

Up to $500 (regulated utilities); Up to $800 (unregulated utilities); Up to $1,500 (AC repairs)
MIAMI VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Summer Crisis Program Status: Active annual program Geographic Scope: Darke, Greene, Montgomery, and Preble counties, Ohio Program Period: July 1 - September 30 each year Focus Areas: - Emergency…

US $10,000 - US $15,000
THE SUMMIT LEAGUE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summit League Community Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: THE SUMMIT LEAGUE Amount: US $10,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Summit League Community Giving Grant,…

THE SUNDERLAND FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _The Sunderland Foundation is currently undergoing a strategic review and is not accepting grant applications or proposals at this time._ * _Updated application guidelines and…

JESSICA JUNE CHILDREN'S CANCER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Supportive Care Services Program Overview: Since JJCCF was created, the Program has been providing emotional/bereavement support, respite options, advocacy, collaboration, in-kind gift card…

Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy · Rolling / Open State

Survivors of Homicide Grant (SOHG) The Survivors of Homicide Grant offers assistance in establishing and expanding program services to survivors of homicide victims throughout the State of Maryland.…

SUZANNE & WALTER SCOTT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Suzanne & Walter Scott Foundation: Omaha Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Suzanne And Walter Scott Foundation Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Suzanne & Walter…

Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The application process is currently closed._ Emergency and Disaster Relief Fund This 10-county fund provides flexible resources and focuses on community relief and recovery needs for…

SYNTHOMER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Synthomer Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Synthomer Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Synthomer Foundation Grants support nonprofit organizations across the U.S. in…

T PATRICK CARR CHARITABLE TRUST XXXXX6006 · Rolling / Open Foundation

T. Patrick Carr Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: T. Patrick Carr Charitable Trust Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The T. Patrick Carr Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable…

US $2,500 - US $150,000
THOMAS J MORAN FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

T.J. Moran Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Thomas J Moran Family Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $150,000 Last Updated: May 27, 2025 Summary The T.J. Moran Foundation Grant, established by…

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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