Large Grants for Nonprofit Organizations

Last updated October 23, 2026

Grantable tracks 56 active large grants for nonprofit organizations in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 2 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 46 list an award amount, with a median of $100K.

Grants tracked: 56; from 54 funders
Median award: $100K; middle half $100K–$200K
Total listed funding: $11.1M; across 46 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 1; 7 with a published date

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WMU Department of Sociology: Leonard and Dorotha Kercher Graduate Fellowship Grant Western Michigan University · Foundation Not published · $100K The Leonard and Dorotha Kercher Graduate Fellowship at Western Michigan University offers a prestigious funding opportunity for graduate students in sociology.	Not published	$100K
Miami Foundation: Community Grants The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $40K – $70K The Miami Foundation's Community Grants program aims to foster a thriving Greater Miami by providing two years of general operating support to selected organizations.	Not published	$40K – $70K
BHFSA Responsive Grants Baptist Health Foundation Of San Antonio · Foundation Not published · $25K – $300K If your organization has not applied for a BHFSA grant previously, please submit the Grant Inquiries Form before beginning the application process. A Foundation team member will contact you shortly.	Not published	$25K – $300K
Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grant Anderson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grant aims to support climate solutions that prioritize equity in BIPOC communities across Georgia.	Not published	Up to $200K
High Impact Grants Firstmark Credit Union · Foundation Not published · $40K – $100K Strategic grants supporting education initiatives and professional development: San Antonio area and Central Texas region 2024: San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology (SAMSAT) – $100,000 No open application process described.	Not published	$40K – $100K
Impact 100 Seattle Grant Impact 100 Seattle · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact 100 Seattle empowers women to make a difference through collective grantmaking. We focus on transformative change by supporting community-based organizations in the Puget Sound area.	Not published	$100K
Core Mission Grant IMPACT100 Philadelphia Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Core Mission grants provide funding for new or expanded primary programs, necessary improvements in infrastructure and/or other initiatives that will strengthen the work of the nonprofit.	Not published	$100K
Highmark BluePrints - Large / Statewide Grants Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $51K – $250K The Highmark BluePrints for the Community grant, administered by the Delaware Community Foundation, offers funding between $51,000 and $250,000 for health-related projects that address critical community needs in Delaware.	Not published	$51K – $250K
Hearst Foundation: Social Service Grant William Randolph Hearst Foundation · Foundation Not published · From $100K The Hearst Foundation's Social Service Grant focuses on tackling chronic poverty by funding direct-service organizations that implement effective solutions for economic independence and family strengthening.	Not published	From $100K
Visionary Prize for Women’s Economic Empowerment Grant Visionary Women · Foundation Not published · $100K The Visionary Prize for Women’s Economic Empowerment, established in 2022 by Visionary Women and the Hostetler/Wrigley Foundation, honors a visionary woman leader of a nonprofit focused on advancing women's economic empowerment in the U.S.…	Not published	$100K
Sustaining Impact Grant - First-Time Applicants Fund for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to US $500,000 The Fund for the Arts' Sustaining Impact Grant supports first-time applicants by providing general operating support to arts organizations that align with community priorities in Greater Louisville.	Not published	Up to US $500,000
Impact100 DC Annual Grant Program IMPACT100 DC · Foundation Not published · $100K – $136K	Not published	$100K – $136K
Open Grant Cycle: Standard Grant Track Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Methodist Healthcare Ministries is currently accepting proposals for its Open Grant Cycle, focusing on funding organizations that serve economically disadvantaged communities within a 74-county area.	Not published	$100K
Transformation Grant Realty Holdings Inc of the Quad Cities Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Transformation Grants are the largest single grants awarded through the Quad Cities Community Foundation's Community Impact Fund each year.	Not published	$100K
The Audacious Project Grant Program Ted · Foundation Not published · Varies The Audacious Project Grant Program, supported by TED, aims to catalyze social impact by funding bold solutions to pressing global challenges.	Not published	Varies
Hearst Foundation: Education Grant William Randolph Hearst Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The Hearst Foundation: Education Grant aims to support outstanding nonprofits that promote education across various levels, focusing primarily on higher education.	Not published	$100K
Nancy Smith Hurd Foundation Grant Program Nancy Smith Hurd Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $250K The Nancy Smith Hurd Foundation Grant Program aims to enhance education, health, family well-being, arts, culture, and animal welfare in Bexar County, Texas.	Not published	$100K – $250K
Impact 100 Chicago Grant Impact 100 Chicago Nfp · Foundation Not published · $100K The Impact 100 Chicago Grant provides $100,000 annually to local nonprofits addressing critical social issues in Chicago.	Not published	$100K
Henry Arnholds Fellowships Grant Mulago Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The Henry Arnhold Fellowships, offered by the Mulago Foundation, seek innovative leaders with impactful conservation and climate solutions.	Not published	$100K
George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation Grant George S and Dolores Dore · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Utah through philanthropic efforts.	Not published	Up to $2M
Erie County Cultural Funding Program - Level 2 & 3 (Grants over $50,000) Erie County Arts and Cultural Advisory Board (EACAB) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Erie County Cultural Funding Program offers significant grants exceeding $50,000 to 501c3 arts and cultural organizations located in Erie County.	Not published	$50K – $200K
Impact 100 NYC: Innovation Grant Impact 100 NYC Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact 100 NYC is dedicated to transforming communities through collective giving, providing $100,000 grants annually to local nonprofits in New York City.	Not published	$100K
Major Capital Requests Grant McInerny Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500K The McInerny Foundation, one of Hawaii's largest charitable organizations, supports major capital requests for projects exceeding $500,000. These grants can fund equipment purchases, renovations, and environmental land protection.	Not published	$500K
Southern California Grant Program Wm Keck Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $1M The Southern California Grant Program, managed by the W. M. Keck Foundation, supports diverse projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as Arts, Health, and Education.	Not published	$100K – $1M

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About large grants for nonprofits

Large grants are major awards — frequently five, six, or seven figures — that fund significant programs, expansion, multi-year initiatives, or capital projects. They typically come with rigorous applications, due diligence, and reporting, and are generally awarded to established organizations with the capacity to manage substantial funding. Many large grants are invitation-based or built on an existing funder relationship rather than open calls.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do large grants for nonprofit organizations award?

Of the 56 large grants for nonprofit organizations Grantable lists as of October 23, 2026, 46 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $100K, and the middle half fall between $100K and $200K. The largest is $2M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most large grants for nonprofit organizations?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Animal Assistance Foundation (2) and William Randolph Hearst Foundation (2). In all, 54 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are large grants for nonprofit organizations due?

Of 56 grants listed, 1 accept applications on a rolling basis, 7 have a published upcoming deadline, 7 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 41 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What is considered a large grant?

A large grant is a substantial award that funds major work — scaling a proven program, a multi-year initiative, organizational expansion, or a capital project — rather than a small, one-time need. These grants involve more scrutiny: detailed proposals, budgets, financial review, and often site visits, plus ongoing reporting on outcomes and spending.

Who awards large grants to nonprofits?

Large grants come from major private and national foundations, government agencies, large corporate foundations, and some community foundations' signature initiatives. Many of the biggest awards are invitation-only or grow out of a long-standing relationship, and funders typically expect a strong financial position, experienced leadership, and a proven ability to deliver results at scale.

How do organizations qualify for large grants?

Funders generally look for organizational capacity — sound finances, audited statements, experienced staff and governance, and a track record of measurable impact — before committing large sums. Building toward large grants usually means demonstrating results on smaller awards first, cultivating relationships with program officers, and showing that your organization can absorb and manage significant funding responsibly.

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