Winter Grant Cycle- Thomas P. and Lewise S. Parsley Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia Last Updated: July 23, 2025 Summary The Winter Grant Cycle from the…
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 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.
What human & social service grants are open right now?
Wisconsin Public Service Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Public Service Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Wisconsin Public Service Foundation Grant supports local…
Wold Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wold Foundation Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Wold Foundation Grant, established in 1985, aims to support charitable, scientific, literary,…
Overview Women's Fund of the Blue Ridge Grant Since our establishment, the Women's Fund has donated over $2.1 million to local nonprofits as part of our ongoing commitment to the annual grants cycle.…
Women’s Fund of Vanderburgh County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $15,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Women’s Fund of…
Women's Impact Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Womens Impact Fund Amount: US $10,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Women's Impact Fund Grant aims to provide significant…
Wood Family Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wood Family Charitable Trust Amount: US $200 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Wood Family Charitable Trust Grant,…
Woodmont Christian Church: Outreach Ministry Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: WOODMONT CHRISTIAN CHURCH Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Woodmont Christian Church Outreach Ministry Grant aims…
Woods Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Woods Charitable Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Woods Charitable Fund Grant supports diverse…
Overview _NOTE:_ * _Letter of Inquiry - Our grantmaking process always begins with an online Letter of Inquiry (LOI). The process is the same for past grantees and new grant seekers. The LOI…
Workforce Legal Services Program Funder: Maryland Legal Services Corporation (MLSC), in partnership with Baltimore City Mayor's Office of Employment Development (MOED) Funding Source: American Rescue…
Workforce Supportive Services (WSS) Status: Active Geographic Scope: Clark County, Nevada Focus Areas: Employment assistance and barrier removal for low-income individuals Overview: WSS is a robust…
WWT Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: World Wide Technology Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The WWT Foundation Grant aims to empower organizations aligned with the…
Wyoming County United Way Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wyoming County United Way Inc Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Wyoming County United Way Grant supports 501(c)(3) health and human…
Wythe-Bland Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wythe-Bland Foundation Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The Wythe-Bland Foundation Grant supports health, education, and well-being projects…
Yawkey Foundation: Program and Small Capital Grants - Human Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yawkey Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Yawkey Foundation…
Yawkey Foundation: Transformational Capital Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yawkey Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Yawkey Foundation's Transformational…
York Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: York Community Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The York Community Foundation, established in 1984, has awarded over $3 million…
York County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The York County Community…
Zimmer Family Foundation Local Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Zimmer Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary The Zimmer Family Foundation Local Grants support…
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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