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 state and 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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Jacksonville Public Service Grant Program City of Jacksonville · State Not published · Up to $150K The Jacksonville Public Service Grant Program provides essential funding to nonprofit organizations that serve the Most Vulnerable Persons (MVP) in Jacksonville.	Not published	Up to $150K
Emergency Grant Funding Colorado Lawyer Trust Account Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides emergency funding support to organizations that are already receiving COLTAF grants when unexpected financial needs arise.	Rolling	Varies
Cummings $30 Million Grant Program Cummings Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K – $1M The Cummings $30 Million Grant Program will allocate $30 million to 150 local nonprofits in the Greater Boston area in 2026.	Not published	$30K – $1M
Suzanne & Walter Scott Foundation: Omaha Award Grant Suzanne & Walter Scott Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Suzanne & Walter Scott Foundation's Omaha Award provides competitive grants to nonprofit organizations in the Omaha area focusing on food, personal care, shelter, and health.	Not published	Up to $75K
UWMB United Response Fund Grant United Way Of Massachusetts Bay Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Provides funding to community-based organizations for Family Emergency Financial Assistance (FEFA) and flexible operating support to address new, unexpected and emerging needs impacting communities.	Not published	Up to $50K
The Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation Grants Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Steven C. Leuthold Family Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) non-profits in areas such as land conservation, environmental protection, human services, and animal welfare.	Not published	Varies
The Rides and Meals Fund The Okra Project · Foundation Not published · Varies The Okra Project and Uber bring rides and meals support to Black transgender individuals with assistance to safe transportation and convenient and enriching meals.	Not published	Varies
Home Stabilization Program Columbus Urban League · Foundation Not published · Varies Emergency housing assistance to prevent evictions and keep families in their homes	Not published	Varies
EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program supports initiatives in education, environment, human services, and arts and culture. This grant is available to 501(c)(3) organizations serving specific counties in Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Human Services Funding Collaborative Grant City of Kent · State Not published · Varies The Human Services Funding Collaborative, supported by the City of Kent, aims to address critical community needs by providing grant funding to organizations delivering direct services.	Not published	Varies
Annual Grants: Human Services & Arts Requests John William Pope Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John William Pope Foundation provides annual grants focusing on human services and the arts, primarily in North Carolina's Wake and Vance Counties.	Not published	Varies
Stand Together Foundation Grant Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Stand Together Foundation Grant, funded by the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, aims to support nonprofit organizations in their efforts to alleviate poverty.	Not published	$10K
COVID-19 Nonprofit Response Fund Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Rolling · Varies To support nonprofit organizations impacted by efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus, with priority for those providing vital basic needs services and resources to disproportionately impacted individuals and families.	Rolling	Varies
SECU Foundation Grant State Employees Credit Union Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The SECU Foundation Grant, offered by the State Employees Credit Union Foundation, focuses on supporting non-profits and governmental organizations that embody the philosophy of people helping people.	Not published	Varies
Health & Human Services Grants Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting health and human services initiatives in the community.	Not published	Varies
Temporary Cash Assistance Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies To provide financial aid to needy children and their caregiver relatives while helping the family move forward independence	Not published	Varies
Human-Animal Alliance General Grant Program Human-Animal Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Human-Animal Alliance supports nonprofit organizations that share their belief in the power and value of human-animal connection.	Not published	Varies
Alfred Bersted Foundation Grants The Bersted Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alfred Bersted Foundation Grants aim to support quality educational, human services, and healthcare programs for underserved populations in DeKalb, DuPage, Kane, and McHenry counties, Illinois.	Not published	Varies
Christine and Katharina Pauly Charitable Trust Grant Christine & Katharina Pauly Trust C · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Christine and Katharina Pauly Charitable Trust Grant supports educational, health, and human services for underserved populations in Springfield, Missouri.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Florence M. and Paul M. Staehle Foundation Grant Florence M & Paul M Staehle Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Prior to submitting an application or verifying eligibility, please contact the program officer._ Florence M. and Paul M. Staehle Foundation This trust is designated for the Fort Wayne/Allen County area.	Not published	Varies
The John and Margaret Post Foundation Grant John a and Margaret Post Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The John and Margaret Post Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations that enhance the quality of life for families in northwest New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Knott Foundation Grants The Marion I & Henry J Knott · Foundation Not published · $10K – $45K The Marion I. and Henry J. Knott Foundation offers grants to support various program areas, including Arts & Humanities, Catholic Activities, Education, Health Care, and Human Services.	Not published	$10K – $45K
Trauma Recovery Center Grant (Fiscal Year 26/27) California Victim Compensation Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The Trauma Recovery Center Grant supports California organizations providing vital mental health and social services to survivors of violent crime.	Not published	Up to $2M
Burmester Charitable Trust Grant Burmester Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burmester Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations primarily in Wisconsin, with a focus on various program areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, civic activities, and education.	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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