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.

14,190 grants
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MOSES CONE - WESLEY LONG COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Capacity Together Grant Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Greensboro, North Carolina Overview: The Cone Health Foundation offers the Building Capacity Together grant program. As…

Up to $50,000 per year; maximum $400,000 (acquisition) or $250,000 (renovation)
LOUISIANA BAR FOUNDATION · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Building Capital Development Grants Overview: The Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF) is dedicated to providing support to grantees by assisting in their long-term stability and viability in providing…

SAINT PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Currently paused for 2025._ Commitment To Community The Saint Paul Foundation believes that our community should not only benefit from our work, but inform and form it as well.…

HEALTHSPARK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Community Power Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthspark Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Building Community Power Fund, launched by…

EMPIRE HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The application period will be have two-phases: an eligibility phase and a grant application phase for eligible organizations. Applicants who have recently completed an EHF technical…

THE CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Equitable Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Building Equitable Opportunity Grant by the Connecticut…

4Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building for Equity: Facilities Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: 4Culture Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary The 4Culture Building for Equity: Cultural Facilities Grants aim to enhance cultural…

Up to US $2,000,000
Washington State Department of Commerce · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building for the Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Department of Commerce Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: May 15, 2024 Summary The Building for the Arts Grant, provided by…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE VIRGIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Forward Fund Geographic Scope: U.S. Virgin Islands Overview: The Building Forward Fund (BFF) is a donor-directed relief and recovery funding mechanism created by CFVI's Board of Directors in…

$25,000 - $500,000
Arts Commission Grants · Rolling / Open State

Building Fund for the Arts (BFA) grants support the repair, renovation, or expansion of public facilities that are used for year-round arts programming. MAC is focused on maximizing the impact of…

US $25,000 - US $500,000
Mississippi Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Fund for the Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mississippi Arts Commission Amount: US $25,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: July 05, 2025 Summary The Building Fund for the Arts (BFA), managed…

Small grants (average ~$13,800 based on historical data)
STRATIS HEALTH · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Building Healthier Communities Awards Overview: A grant program providing small grants to mission-aligned organizations that cultivate health equity and quality in the community. Geographic Scope:…

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation Building Healthier Rural Community (BUILD) Grants Program The purpose of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) Caring…

BUILDING HOPE HOLDINGS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Future of Education is Here We will search the country for the next crop of winners in Educational Innovation, Community Engagement, Student Empowerment, and the S. Joseph Bruno Charter…

Varies (historical average ~$1,558 per recipient based on $67,000 awarded to 43 students in 2024)
BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF · Closed · Annual Foundation

Building Industry Charitable Foundation Scholarships Overview: The Building Industry Charitable Foundation awards annual scholarships to support higher education for children of BIA members and other…

PROGRAM TO AID CITIZEN ENTERPRISE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Productive Partnerships Program Overview: Collaboration between Program to Aid Citizen Enterprise (PACE) and the Bayer Center for Non-Profit Management at Robert Morris University to provide…

UJIMA THE NATIONAL CENTER ON VIOLENCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building the Capacity of Black Programs (BCBP) Status: Active program Geographic Scope: National (United States) Background: Ujima launched The Building the Capacity of Black Programs (BCBP) to…

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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