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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COMMUNITY GIVING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grant- Berwick Fund (Over $10,000) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Giving Foundation Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grant from the…

COMMUNITY GIVING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grant- Berwick Fund (Under $100,000) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Giving Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Berwick Health and Wellness…

Approximately US $15,000
COMMUNITY GIVING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grant- Bloomsburg Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Giving Foundation Amount: Approximately US $15,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grant from the…

COMMUNITY GIVING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grant- Danville Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Giving Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grant from the Danville Fund…

COMMUNITY GIVING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grant- Selinsgrove Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Giving Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grant from the Selinsgrove Fund…

COMMUNITY GIVING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grant- Sunbury Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Giving Foundation Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grant - Sunbury Fund, established by the Community Giving…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER · December 31, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Competitive Grantmaking Program Geographic Scope: Blount, Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair Counties, Alabama Eligibility: Open to nonprofits serving the specified counties. Organizations that…

LA CROSSE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants Funder: La Crosse Area Community Foundation Geographic Scope: La Crosse area, Wisconsin Background: The Foundation has awarded nearly $90 million in grants and scholarships since…

COASTAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants Organization: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Geographic Scope: Beaufort, Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Georgetown, Hampton, Horry and Jasper counties…

AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Competitive Grants Funder: Akron Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Summit County, Ohio and Greater Akron area Focus Areas: - Arts & Culture - Civic Affairs - Health & Human Services - Education…

$100 - $10,000
THE MOCKINGBIRD FOUNDATION · January 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grants Overview: The Mockingbird Foundation's primary competitive grant program for music education funding. The Foundation funds perhaps several dozen competitive grants each year from…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants Funder: Community Foundation of North Louisiana Geographic Scope: North Louisiana Overview: Competitive grants are one of the primary mechanisms through which the Community…

EL POMAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: El Pomar Foundation Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary El Pomar Foundation offers competitive grants on a rolling basis, reviewed four to six times a…

$1,500 - $20,000
BRANFORD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · March 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grants Overview: An annual process to review and support organizations and programs that serve the Branford Community. This is the primary funding opportunity through which most of BCF's…

US $5,000 - US $75,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants - Spring Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham Amount: US $5,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation of…

Community Foundation of Acadiana · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants Program Funder: Community Foundation of Acadiana Status: Active as of April 1, 2026, with launch of new Community Investment Department Geographic Scope: Acadia, Evangeline,…

Varies (examples: $2,500 - $20,000 per organization)
UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grants Program Organization: United Way of Northwest Louisiana (UWNWLA) Geographic Scope: 10-parish region of Northwest Louisiana including Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Bienville, Claiborne,…

Knox County Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants Program Funder: Knox County Foundation Geographic Scope: Knox County, Ohio Recent Awards: The Foundation awarded a record $1.08 million in competitive grants in February 2026.…

THE VAN WERT COUNTY FOUNDATION · June 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Competitive Grants Program Geographic Scope: Van Wert County and surrounding area Overview: The Van Wert County Foundation administers competitive grants as one part of its annual grant-making…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants- Primary Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of North Louisiana Last Updated: July 13, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of North Louisiana offers…

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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