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.

14,190 grants
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$1,000,000 per year (through 2020)
ADVOCATE HEALTH CARE NETWORK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Status: Established in 2006; currently undergoing strategic planning. As of 2019, the LOI process for new applicants is suspended. Only current grantees (those…

AE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AE Foundation Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: AE FOUNDATION Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The AE Foundation Community Grants aim to support US and Canadian…

US $250 - US $1,000
Actors' Equity Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

AE Foundation: Theatre Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Actors' Equity Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $1,000 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Actors' Equity Foundation, established in 1962, is…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Hopeys Heart Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

AED Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hopeys Heart Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The AED Grant Program, run by the Hopey’s Heart…

IOWA HEART FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

AED Placement Program Overview: The Iowa Heart Foundation awards Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to increase survival rates for people who experience Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). SCA strikes…

THE WAYNE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

AED Program Funder: The Wayne HealthCare Foundation Inc (OH, US) Overview: The Wayne HealthCare Foundation partners with Midmark Corporation and Spirit Emergency Medical Services to provide Automated…

Ntrac Tsa-C Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

AED Program Funder: North Texas Regional Advisory Council (NTRAC) Focus: Improving cardiac arrest survival rates by supporting community access to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) Program…

NASON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

AED Program Funder: Nason Foundation Program Partner: Southern Alleghenies EMS Council (SAEMS) Program Description: In 2018, the Nason Foundation began funding a program through the Southern…

AEGON TRANSAMERICA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aegon Transamerica Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Aegon Transamerica Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2025 Summary The Aegon Transamerica Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations…

HERITAGE FUND - THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

AEI Youth Sports Fund Funder: Heritage Fund - The Community Foundation Established: 2019 by Analytical Engineering, Inc. Fund Type: Field of Interest Fund Geographic Scope: Bartholomew County and…

AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview AEO Better World Foundation The AEO Better World Foundation is a 501(c)3 private foundation established in 1999 to support the community in partnership with AEO Inc, our Brands, and our…

The Aerie Real Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aerie Real Foundation: Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Aerie Real Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Aerie Real Foundation™ Community Grant aims…

AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Proposals are accepted for the Aerie Real Foundation™ Community Grants program on a rolling basis._ Aerie Real Foundation Our Mission REAL Means Confidence. The Aerie Real Foundation™…

AES Hawaii Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aes Hawaii Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AES HAWAII FOUNDATION Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The AES Hawaiʻi Foundation Grant supports communities near AES Hawaiʻi’s renewable…

AES Ohio Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

AES Ohio Foundation: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: AES Ohio Foundation Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The AES Ohio Foundation, a leading corporate foundation in the Dayton…

US $50,000 - US $100,000
AES Ohio Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

AES Ohio Foundation: Power Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: AES Ohio Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The AES Ohio Foundation's Power Grants aim to create…

Up to US $5,000
THE ASHTABULA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

AF: Grant $5,000 or Less Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashtabula Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 27, 2024 Summary The Ashtabula Foundation offers grants of $5,000 or less to…

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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