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.

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL MO · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCM: Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Missouri Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Central Missouri (CFCM) offers the…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Summary The CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant…

US $25,000 - US $50,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCW: Major Projects Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Amount: US $25,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: June 29, 2024 Summary The Community Foundation of Central…

Up to US $5,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCW: The Partner Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Central…

DEKALB COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: While submissions are accepted at any time, grants are awarded quarterly. Grant proposals submitted after the quarterly due dates will be considered for the following quarter._ Grants…

US $1,500 - US $20,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFECFL Community Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $1,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: August 31, 2022 Summary The CFECFL…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Moving Forward, Better Together The Community Foundation seeks to fund a diverse range of nonprofit services benefitting communities and the environment throughout the Florida Keys. The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFGFW Rising Together Grants : Everyone's Economy Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Greater Fort Wayne Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: October 12, 2025 Summary…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HENDERSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFHC: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Henderson County Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation of Henderson County offers grants to support…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFNF: Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Florida Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of North…

More than US $50,000
Community Foundation of Northern IL · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFNI Community Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois Amount: More than US $50,000 Last Updated: May 09, 2025 Summary The CFNI Community Grants Program,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFNJ: The Passaic County Children’s Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of New Jersey Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Passaic County…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Who We Are Your Community Foundation is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by and for the people who live here. We build bridges between donors with a charitable vision…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA CO · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFSC: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Sarasota County Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Community Impact Grants by the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SANTA CRUZ · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFSCC Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Santa Cruz County Last Updated: May 19, 2025 Summary The CFSCC Community Grants aim to inspire philanthropy by funding nonprofits in…

US $500 - US $11,000
Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFSEK General Funds Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Southeast Kansas Amount: US $500 - US $11,000 Last Updated: July 04, 2025 Summary The CFSEK General Funds Grants support…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Social Services Funding Priorities At CFT, we believe that a thriving community is one in which all people feel cared for, invested in, nourished and valued, and have an equitable…

CH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

CH Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: CH Foundation Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The CH Foundation, established in 1969, aims to enhance human services and educational opportunities for…

US $3,000 - US $5,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chain of Checks Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Northern Shenandoah Valley Amount: US $3,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 25, 2025 Summary The Chain of Checks Grant,…

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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