Overview National Days of Service Lead Agency Grants Youth Service America’s 2023-2024 Lead Agency Partner Grants are a key part of a strategy to double youth participation rates in the United States…
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.
National Endowment for Democracy Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Endowment for Democracy Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) provides…
National Endowment for Financial Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Endowment for Financial Education Last Updated: February 28, 2025 Summary The National Endowment for Financial…
National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) - The Big Read Grant Funder: National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) in partnership with Arts Midwest Award Amount: $11,500 (with additional $28,500 in private…
National Family Caregiver Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The National Family Caregiver Support program provides…
National Grants Program Organization: Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Geographic Scope: National (United States) Mission Focus: The Foundation awards strategic national grants to projects that…
Overview _NOTE: Proposals for a given year will be accepted and reviewed through November 1. Only one application per organization (or affiliate institution) will be evaluated in any given year.…
National Historical Trust Preservation funds are awarded to nonprofit organizations and public agencies; the majority of funding is awarded for planning and education projects through the National…
National Home Library Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Home Library Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The National Home Library Foundation…
National Housing Innovation Grant (Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Enterprise Community Partners Inc Amount: US $2,000,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary…
National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF) Funder: California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Status: No open NOFAs or Project Solicitations at this time (as of October 25, 2023)…
National Housing Trust Fund (NJ) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The National…
National Indian Health Outreach and Education (360296) Grant FORECAST Status: ACTIVE Funder: US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Indian Health Service Amount: Up to US…
National Italian American Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The National Italian…
National Life Group Charitable Foundation Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Life Group Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The…
National Meredith Willson Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Meredith And Rosemary Willson Charitable Foundation (aka The Music Man Foundation) Amount: US $100,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated:…
National Partnership Grant Program Funder: CAPTRUST Community Foundation Inc (NC, US) Mission Alignment: Supports 501(c)(3) charitable organizations throughout the country that share the CCF's…
National Philanthropy Day Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Long Beach Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The National Philanthropy Day Grant Program,…
Overview _NOTE:_ _This deadline represents the submission of the Concept Paper. In the first stage, interested charitable organizations may submit concept papers that explain their interest in the…
National Theater Project Overview: The National Theater Project (NTP) supports the creation and touring of U.S. based, devised ensemble theater projects through direct funding and a cultivation of an…
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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