Lightfoot Foundation: Educational Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lightfoot Foundation Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Lightfoot Foundation offers educational grants to qualified 501(c)(3)…
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.
Lightfoot Foundation: Environmental Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lightfoot Foundation Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Lightfoot Foundation provides Environmental Grants to support…
Lightfoot Foundation: Housing Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lightfoot Foundation Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Lightfoot Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to supporting underserved…
Lightning Community Hero Nonprofit Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lightning Foundation Inc Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Lightning Community Hero program honors…
Overview _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ Lila D. Rankin Trust The Lila D Rankin Trust provides support to charitable,…
Lilah Hilliard Fisher Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Lilah Hilliard Fisher Foundation Grant offers year-round funding…
Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation Grant focuses on…
Lillian L. Colby Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lillian L. Colby Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The Lillian L. Colby Foundation Grant aims…
Overview Lillian Schenck Foundation The Lillian Schenck Foundation focuses on the Northern New Jersey area (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex and Warren counties). The foundation has a…
Lillis Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lillis Foundation Last Updated: October 19, 2025 Summary The Lillis Foundation Grant supports early-stage projects focusing on educational access,…
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Overview: The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program is designed to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana and encourage its recipients…
Lilly Endowment Re-Grant Funder: Adams County Community Foundation (ACCF) Geographic Scope: Adams County, IN residents only Purpose: ACCF administers Lilly Endowment re-grants to benefit the…
Lilly Endowment: Community Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lilly Endowment Inc Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Lilly Endowment Community Development Grant aims to enhance the…
Lilly Endowment's GIFT VII Community Leadership Grant Overview: One-time $100,000 grant awarded to Marshall County Community Foundation to strengthen its leadership capacity and support community…
Lily Auchincloss Foundation: General Grants - Human Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lily Auchincloss Foundation, Inc Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Lily Auchincloss Foundation,…
Limited Competition: Building Partnerships and Broadening Perspectives to Advance Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) Research (BBAER) Program (UM1), Clinical Trial Optional The National…
Limitless Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Manistee County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Limitless Fund Grants provide funding for…
Limoneira Foundation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ventura County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Limoneira Foundation Fund Grant,…
Lincoln and Therese Filene Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lincoln and Therese Filene Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Lincoln and Therese…
Lincoln County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The Lincoln County Community…
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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