Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated June 30, 2026

There are currently 13,839 active grants for nonprofits in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

13,839 grants
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What grants for nonprofits are open right now?

Up to US $4,000
ILLINOIS HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Humanities Council Incorporated Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The Vision Grants by Illinois Humanities support…

Up to $2,500
HEART OF KENTUCKY UNITED WAY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project Grants Overview: Community "mini grants" awarded on an annual basis to nonprofit organizations. Geographic Scope: Boyle, Garrard, Lincoln, and Mercer counties, Kentucky Focus Areas: -…

MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION FOR THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Grants Funder: Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities (Mass Humanities) Geographic Scope: Massachusetts Focus Areas: Humanities projects using history, literature, philosophy, and other…

$250 - $5,000
Arts Commission Grants · Rolling / Open State

Project Grants are utilized in funding a broad range of arts projects (and arts components of larger projects) in Mississippi communities. Requires a dollar-for-dollar cash match.

$1,000 - $5,000
VERMONT HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Project Grants Amount: $1,000 - $5,000 Geographic Scope: Vermont Funder: Vermont Humanities Council Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit organizations including museums, libraries, film/music/literary…

Up to $2,500
ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · September 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Project Grants Overview: The Altrusa International Foundation provides assistance to Altrusa Clubs to carry out independent programs of community service. Funding Focus Areas: - Cycle One (Sept 15…

ALZHEIMER'S FOUNDATION OF AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Lifesaver International Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alzheimers Foundation Of America Inc Amount: US $6,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Project Lifesaver International Grant…

Up to US $5,000
WHATCOM COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Neighborly Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Whatcom Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary The Project Neighborly Grant, offered by the Whatcom…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER BUFFALO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Play WNY Summer Free Play Series Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Project Play WNY Summer Free Play Series Grant…

Division of the Arts Grants · March 1, 2027 State

Support for arts programs provided by community-based organizations that assist in growth of vibrant cultural environment and encourage arts development throughout the state. College/university…

THE INTERNATIONAL COALITION OF SITES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project Support Fund Funder: International Coalition of Sites of Conscience Overview: The Project Support Fund is a competitive grant program designed to support Coalition member sites in developing…

$5,200 average (2024-2025: 5 grants totaling $26,000)
METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project Support Grants Purpose: Support non-profit organizations with arts projects, activities, or programs, especially if they are not year-round programs. Funding is meant to support public-facing…

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF FAYETTEVILLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project Support Grants Funder: Arts Council of Fayetteville, NC Eligibility: 501(c) entities, colleges/universities, and municipal entities Geographic Scope: Not specified in provided content Program…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Projects, Events and Festivals Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Amount: Up to US $9,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Central Minnesota Arts Board…

US $10,000 - US $20,000
DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Rolling / Open Foundation

Projects, Events, or Festivals Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Projects, Events, or…

PROLACTA BIOSCIENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Prolacta Bioscience Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Prolacta Bioscience Foundation Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary The Prolacta Bioscience Foundation Grant supports nonprofit…

Promega Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Promega Corporate Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Promega Corporation Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary Promega Corporate Giving is dedicated to advancing science and improving life…

$10,000 - $50,000
WEST CENTRAL INITIATIVE · Rolling / Open Foundation

PROMISE Act Grants Funder: West Central Initiative in collaboration with Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Status: Application period was May 1-31, 2024. Total…

DEKALB COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Promise Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dekalb County Community Foundation Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Promise Grant program, funded by the DeKalb County Community Foundation, supports…

SOUTHWEST INITIATIVE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Promise Loan Program Program Type: Loan program for economic development projects Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Administrator: Southwest Initiative…

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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