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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US $3,000 - US $8,000
Can'd Aid · Rolling / Open Foundation

Can'd Aid: Crush It Crusade Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Can'd Aid Amount: US $3,000 - US $8,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Can'd Aid: Crush It Crusade Grant empowers nonprofits,…

GREATER LOWELL HEALTH ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Cancer Disparities Capacity Building Pilot Project Funder: Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) Recipient: Greater Lowell Health Alliance (GLHA) Award Amount: $100,000 for Phase I…

Maine Cancer Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cancer Prevention in Maine Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Cancer Foundation Amount: Up to US $80,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary Overview Cancer Prevention in Maine Cancer remains a…

Canon U.S.A · Rolling / Open Foundation

Canon U.S.A Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Canon U.S.A Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary Canon U.S.A Donations focuses on supporting local communities and environmental initiatives.…

NORTHERN NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Canton Community Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern New York Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Canton Community Fund Grants,…

Canvas, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

CANVAS Be The Good Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Canvas, Inc. Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The CANVAS Be The Good Fund Grant is an employee-driven initiative by Canvas, Inc. aimed at…

JACKSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Program Focus: Awards designed to invest in organizations providing children's services, not just the direct services themselves. Supports organizational improvement through…

ETHEL AND JAMES FLINN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building & Advocacy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ethel & James Flinn Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The Ethel and James Flinn Foundation aims to…

ALLIED ARTS OF OKLAHOMA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Fall Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allied Arts Of Oklahoma Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 25, 2025 Summary The Capacity Building Fall grant by Allied Arts of…

THE DENVER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: We consider requests for Capacity Building at The Denver Foundation on an ongoing basis, with decisions made monthly. The Capacity Building Fund at The Denver Foundation is closed in…

GATEWAY CHILDRENS CHARITY · June 1, 2026 · One-time Foundation

Capacity Building Grant Funder: Gateway Children's Charity (St. Louis, MO) Website: gatewaychildrenscharity.org Overview: Gateway Children's Charity offers one-year grants for early childhood…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Capacity Building Grant by the…

Up to US $20,000
THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DuPage Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The DuPage Foundation's Capacity Building Grant aims to enhance the…

MIAMI CLIMATE ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Grant Funder: GS4GND Florida chapter Program Overview: GS4GND Florida chapter is disseminating $168,000 total to support critical on-the-ground efforts to achieve climate justice in…

Typically above $30,000
FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Grant Program Status: Active program Eligibility: 501(c)3 organizations Grant Amount: Requests typically $30,000 and above Focus Areas: FCH considers requests for technical…

US $1,000 - US $2,500
BAINBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Grant Programs Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bainbridge Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,500 Last Updated: September 27, 2025 Summary The Bainbridge Community Foundation's…

THE WELD TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Grants Status: Active grant program offered by The Weld Trust Geographic Scope: Weld County, Colorado Overview: Capacity building grants support organizational development and…

BAINBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Grants Geographic Scope: Bainbridge Island, Washington Overview: Grants designed to empower local nonprofit organizations to strengthen their capacity and operations. Focus:…

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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