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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$7,500+
WESTERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · October 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Legacy Grant Award Amount: $7,500 and above Geographic Scope: Fountain County (Attica, Covington, Southeast Fountain school corporation boundaries) and Vermillion County Focus Areas: Health,…

$25,000
BARNEY & BARNEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Grant Award Amount: $25,000 Recurrence: Annual Overview: The Legacy Grant serves as a tribute to Marsh McLennan Agency's founding company's long-standing core value of giving back to the…

UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH LEGACY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Grant Overview: Grant program supporting a specific legacy project or initiative. Recent grantee: Bellwether Housing - Arbora Court. Geographic Scope King County, WA and Washington State…

THE ALLEGAN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · January 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Legacy Grant Funder: Allegan County Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Allegan County, Michigan Program Description: Annual grants awarded to nonprofits serving Allegan County residents. The…

Minimum $10,000 annually
The Denver Children's Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Grant Program Overview Purpose: Allow donors to invest in DCF's exhaustive charity review process while supporting causes they care about and receiving tax benefits Program Structure: -…

$100,000 - $1,000,000
PRAIRIE MEADOWS RACE TRACK AND CASINO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Grant Program Overview: The Legacy Grant program offers funding for large-scale projects in central Iowa. This program has significantly contributed to community enhancements and…

MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Grants Program Name: Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grants program Overview: Funds projects in the state of Minnesota focused on preserving Minnesota's history and cultural…

Bartlesville Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Hall of Fame Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bartlesville Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: March 15, 2025 Summary The Legacy Hall of Fame Fund Grant, offered by the…

LEGACY HEALTH ENDOWMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Health Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Health Endowment Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Overview Mission To improve the health and healthcare of all residents residing…

LEGACY HEALTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Health: Community Health Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Health Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary Overview Legacy HealthLegacy Health is a nonprofit, community-based health system…

LEGACY SAN JOSE ALVISO YOUTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth foundation Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant…

THE CLEVELAND FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Village Lyndhurst Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Cleveland Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Legacy Village Lyndhurst…

Approximately $500,000 annually
CALIFORNIA CHANGELAWYERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legal Aid Grants Status: No open RFP (Request for Proposals) Geographic Scope: California Background: According to California statute, California ChangeLawyers distributes approximately $500,000…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Chicago Lawyers Committee · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legal Assistance For Nonprofits Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chicago Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Inc. Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: February 26, 2025…

CALIFORNIA CHANGELAWYERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legal Empowerment Fund Status: Invitation only in 2026 Geographic Scope: California Background: The Legal Empowerment Fund is a grant opportunity launched by California ChangeLawyers in 2021. The…

$8,000 per stipend (up to 15 stipends awarded)
Massachusetts Bar Foundation Inc · March 7, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Legal Intern Fellowship Program (LIFP) Overview: Established in 1996, the LIFP was created to inspire the next generation of public interest attorneys and provide legal aid organizations with…

INDIAN LAND TENURE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legal Reform Grants Program Focus: Advances ideas and policies granting Indian landowners and tribes greater control of their land assets by reforming the legal and administrative systems. Overview:…

Minnesota Judicial Branch · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legal Services Advisory Committee (LSAC) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Judicial Branch Last Updated: January 14, 2025 Summary The Legal Services Advisory Committee (LSAC) Grant provides…

Bigglesworth Family Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legal Services: I & R Grants; Sector Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bigglesworth Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Bigglesworth Family…

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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