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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PORTER-LEATH EARLY CHILDHOOD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants Overview: Grants awarded through the FOREVER Funds to support nonprofit organizational capacity, infrastructure, and sustainability efforts. Purpose: - Support…

WHITEFISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Capacity Building Grants Whitefish Community Foundation recognizes that nonprofit boards and staff with access to capacity-building software and training resources are better equipped to…

ST CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants: Experiences Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit Capacity…

ST CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants: Implementation Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The St. Croix Valley Foundation…

ST CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants: Planning Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Nonprofit Capacity Building…

NORTHERN NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Capacity Building Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern New York Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary Overview Northern New York…

GREATER WORCESTER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Effectiveness Grant Program Funder: Greater Worcester Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Worcester County, MA Focus: Building organizational capacity and effectiveness of nonprofits…

$100,000 matching funds (matching completed; distribution ongoing)
CHARITABLE FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Nonprofit Employee Assistance Program Overview: Emergency relief program providing financial assistance to nonprofit employees who suffered losses from Hurricane Ian. Program Details: - Launched:…

WELD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Endowment Challenge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Weld Community Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: October 17, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit Endowment Challenge Grant aims to…

Up to US $500,000 in in-kind support
Nonprofit ENG(INE) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit ENG(INE) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nonprofit ENG(INE) Amount: Up to US $500,000 in in-kind support Last Updated: June 17, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit ENG(INE) Grant, led by AlleyCorp,…

FOELLINGER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Executive Leadership Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foellinger Foundation Inc Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Foellinger Foundation Nonprofit Executive…

The Catholic Foundation of Central · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nonprofit Executive Scholarship Grant Funder: The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida Purpose: Provides partial scholarships to nonprofit executives for professional development, specifically for…

Varies by award (recent examples: $5,000 - $20,000)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nonprofit Grant Program Funder: Community Foundation of Central Georgia Geographic Scope: Central Georgia (21 counties served) Focus Areas: Wide variety of nonprofit organizations working to address…

CITY OF FAIRFAX RENAISSANCE HOUSING CORP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Grant Program Geographic Scope: City of Fairfax, VA Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit organizations Overview: The City of Fairfax offers grant funding to support nonprofit organizations…

TIM GRIFFITH MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Tim Griffith Memorial Foundation Nonprofit Grant Program Geographic Scope: San Francisco Bay Area Focus Areas: - Addiction recovery - Violence prevention - Grief support Overview: The Tim Griffith…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MERCED COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nonprofit Grants Funder: Community Foundation of Merced County (CFMC) Program Status: Currently closed. We are no longer accepting grant applications for 2025. Please check back in 2026 for updates.…

Up to $27,000 (annual total distributed)
THE WOMENS FUND OF HERKIMER & · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nonprofit Grants Funder: The Women's Fund of Herkimer & Oneida Counties, Inc. Geographic Scope: Herkimer and Oneida Counties, New York Focus Areas: Programs that support women and girls, including: -…

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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