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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EMBRAER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview (e)NVEST Community Grant The Embraer Foundation is excited to announce its local grant program, (e)NVEST Community Grants, is accepting applications. Programs, projects and initiatives that…

Up to $305,000 (annual total)
EASTSIDE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION · April 3, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Emerald Heights Social Accountability Grants Funder: Emerald Heights (Eastside Retirement Association), Redmond, WA Overview: An annual charitable grant program through which Emerald Heights awards…

4Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency & Unforeseen Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: 4Culture Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Emergency & Unforeseen Grant Program by 4Culture provides crucial support for cultural…

$500 - $5,000
UNITED WAY OF NORTH CENTRAL NEW · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Emergency Action Fund Status: Established in partnership with Albuquerque Community Foundation during COVID-19 pandemic Geographic Scope: Greater Albuquerque Area (Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and…

DELTA DENTAL OF VIRGINIA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emergency and Capacity Building Fund Funder: Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation Geographic Scope: Commonwealth of Virginia and organizations serving Virginia Eligible Applicants: 501(c)(3) nonprofit…

DELTA DENTAL OF VIRGINIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emergency and Capacity Building Fund Funder: Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation Geographic Scope: Commonwealth of Virginia Eligible Organizations: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located in or…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency and Disaster Response Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Emergency and Disaster Response Fund…

Vancouver Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) Status: Past emergency program (COVID-19 response, 2020) Award Amount: Up to $50,000 per grant Geographic Scope: City of Vancouver Focus Areas: - Support for…

$500 minimum per award; $88,152 total available (historical)
UNITED WAY OF MATANUSKA-SUSITNA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program Funder: United Way of Matanuska-Susitna (UWMS) Geographic Scope: Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska only Status: Historical program (last documented award cycle:…

TULSA AREA UNITED WAY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Funder: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), administered through United Way Worldwide Program Type: Federal…

UNITED WAY OF THE WINE COUNTRY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Overview: To supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the North Bay, the National EFSP Board has chosen Sonoma, Lake, and Mendocino Counties to…

Varies by phase; recent awards include $338,090 (Phase 41), $345,687 (Phase 39), $361,728 (Phase 38)
UNITED WAY OF WILL COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Funder: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) / Department of Homeland Security (DHS) via National Emergency Food & Shelter Board Administrator: United…

United Way of the Brazos Valley · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Overview: United Way of the Brazos Valley serves as the Local Board Chair for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). The Local Board is charged with…

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program Funder: United Way of Central Illinois (federal convener) Overview: The Emergency Food and Shelter Program was created by Congress to help meet the needs of hungry…

UNITED WAY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Grant Funder: United Way of Cumberland County (UWCC) - administers on behalf of federal government Program Type: Federal program administered by the U.S.…

UNITED WAY OF LANCASTER COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Phase 41 EFSP Applications are CLOSED_**. ** Background The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) was created by Congress in 1983 to supplement and expand the work of local social…

UNITED WAY QUAD CITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program Grants Funder: United Way Quad Cities Geographic Scope: Quad Cities (Scott and Rock Island counties) Overview: United Way Quad Cities administers grants through the…

BROWN COUNTY UNITED WAY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brown County United Way Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Emergency Food & Shelter Program Grants, initiated in 1983, aim to…

UNITED WAY OF AIKEN COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emergency Food and Shelter Grant Funder: United Way of Aiken County Inc Geographic Scope: Aiken County, SC Overview: United Way of Aiken County administers the Emergency Food and Shelter Grant in…

UNITED WAY OF VOLUSIA-FLAGLER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food and Shelter Grant Geographic Scope: Volusia and Flagler counties, Florida Focus Areas: - Emergency food assistance - Emergency shelter Status: No applications currently open Contact: -…

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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