Grants for Nonprofits

Nonprofit grants are the lifeblood of the social sector. From federal pass-through funding to foundation program grants and corporate giving programs, thousands of funders actively seek nonprofits to support. Whether you need general operating support, program funding, or capacity building resources, the right grant can transform your organization's impact.

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Houston Arts Alliance · Closed · Quarterly Foundation

City's Initiative (CI) Funder: Houston Arts Alliance (HAA), administered through City of Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) Geographic Scope: City of Houston, TX Funding Source: Hotel…

LAGUNA HONDA HOSPITAL VOLUNTEERS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CityBridge Laguna Honda Grant Program Mission: Lift the spirits, engage the minds, and enrich the lives of the San Francisco Bay Area's vulnerable elderly and adults with disabilities. Award Amount:…

Capital City Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Citywide Grants Geographic Scope: Anywhere in Trenton, NJ Focus Areas: - Equity - Social justice - Resilience - Community improvement Program Description: Annual grant round that funds projects…

City of Harrisonburg · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civic and Community Organizations Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Harrisonburg Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Civic and Community Organizations Funding program in…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civic Education and Civic Participation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Overview Notes: This grant…

NEBRASKA CIVIC ENGAGEMENT TABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civic Engagement Fund Funder: Nebraska Civic Engagement Table Overview: Provides funding to nonprofit members for their civic engagement initiatives. Eligible Activities - Get-Out-The-Vote (GOTV)…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civic Engagement Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Civic Engagement Mini-Grants…

THE DENVER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Civic Fabric Fund - Voter Engagement Grantmaking Program Type: Voter engagement and civic participation grants Overview: The Denver Foundation funds nonprofit organizations educating and activating…

THE DENVER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civic Fabric Fund – State & Local Policy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Denver Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Summary The Civic Fabric Fund, managed by The…

THE INDUSTRIAL COMMONS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Civic Hub Business Grants Funder: The Industrial Commons (TIC) Overview: The Civic Hub Business Grants are designed to advance a charitable purpose by investing in local civic leadership and economic…

THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Civil Legal Counsel Projects Program (CLCPP) Established: July 2017 via the Expanding Access to Justice Amendment Act enacted by the Council of the District of Columbia Administrator: DC Bar…

THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civil Legal Counsel Projects Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Bar Foundation Last Updated: July 18, 2025 Summary The Civil Legal Counsel Projects Program Grants, awarded by the DC Bar…

MARYLAND LEGAL SERVICES CORPORATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Civil Legal Services Grants Funder: Maryland Legal Services Corporation (MLSC) Geographic Scope: Maryland (statewide) Purpose: MLSC distributes grants to nonprofit legal services organizations to…

$2,000 per grant (unrestricted funds)
FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN WITH INTELL · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Civitan Club Grants Funder: Foundation for Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (FCIDD) Program Type: Participating Club Grants Geographic Scope: Maryland, Virginia, and…

Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: LOIs  due on Friday, August 29, 2025, TMF will only accept applications from organizations whose overall mission or specific project proposal primarily focuses on the categories of:…

US $1,000 - US $15,000
HELEN M CLABOUGH CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clabough Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Helen M Clabough Charitable Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Clabough Foundation Grant supports…

THE CLAIRE C BENNITT WATERSHED FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Claire C. Bennitt Watershed Fund Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Watershed Fund Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The Claire C. Bennitt Watershed Fund Grant…

CLANEIL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Claneil Foundation: Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Claneil Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Claneil Foundation, established in 1968 in…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common types of nonprofit grants?
The main types include program/project grants (funding a specific initiative), general operating support (unrestricted funds for overhead and operations), capital grants (buildings, equipment), and capacity building grants (staff training, technology, strategic planning). Federal grants often fund specific programs, while foundations may offer more flexible support.
How much funding can a nonprofit get from grants?
Grant amounts vary enormously — from $500 micro-grants to multi-million dollar federal awards. Most foundation grants range from $5,000 to $100,000. Federal grants for large programs can exceed $1 million. Your budget size, track record, and the scope of your proposal all affect what you can realistically win.
Do new nonprofits qualify for grants?
Yes, though options may be more limited. Many funders require 501(c)(3) status and at least 1-2 years of operations. New nonprofits should look for startup-friendly funders, capacity building grants, and fiscal sponsorship arrangements that let you apply through an established organization.

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