Capacity Building Grants Funder: United Way of Forsyth County Inc (GA, US) Geographic Scope: Forsyth & Dawson Counties, Georgia Maximum Award: Up to $75,000 annually; Up to $225,000 over a 3-year…
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.
Capacity Building Grants Overview: Program designed to empower local organizations to improve their internal framework, operational infrastructure, and promote long-term sustainability. Grants…
Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The Capacity Building Grant program, initiated by…
Capacity Building Grants Funder: Black Hills Area Community Foundation Overview: BHACF awards two rounds of capacity building grants each year to a wide variety of nonprofits. These $5,000 grants…
Capacity Building Grants Award Amount: Up to $15,000 Purpose: Strengthen organizational infrastructure of nonprofit organizations. Grants enhance sustainability and organizational strength by…
Capacity Building Grants Funder: Community Foundation of Greenville Geographic Scope: Greenville, South Carolina area Overview: The Community Foundation of Greenville allocates funds for Capacity…
Capacity Building Grants Funder: Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Geographic Scope: Clark and Floyd County communities in Southern Indiana Contact Information: - Phone: (812) 948-4662 -…
Capacity Building Grants Program Description: Funding to strengthen organizational capacity and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations. Geographic Scope: San Antonio area Key Information: -…
Capacity Building Grants Overview: Grants supporting nonprofit organizational development and capacity enhancement. Grantee Type: Nonprofit organizations seeking to build internal capacity Geographic…
Capacity Building Grants for Food Pantry Partners Funder: Good Shepherd Food Bank Purpose: Support the Food Bank's partner network in increasing food access in local communities through…
Capacity Building Grants (NEA-funded) Status: Active (2025 initiative) Geographic Scope: Shelby County, Tennessee Overview: ARTSmemphis received a $50,000 award from the National Endowment for the…
Overview Program Goals The Capacity Building Grant Program is an annual program of the Chesapeake Bay Funders Network (CBFN). It seeks to support the capacity of organizations working at the…
Capacity Building Mini-Grant - Information Technology Status: ACTIVE Funder: Phoenixville Health Care Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Phoenixville…
Capacity Building Projects Overview: Pennywise supports project planning, design and implementation for project interventions that will last over time and reach increasingly larger scales. Focus -…
Capacity Building RFP Geographic Scope: Greater Cincinnati region Focus Areas: Nonprofit organizational capacity strengthening Funding Purpose: GCF will invest in capacity building efforts to…
Capacity Building Spring Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allied Arts Of Oklahoma Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Capacity Building Spring grant, offered by Allied…
Capacity Building Support Funder: Groundswell Action Fund (501(c)(4)) Geographic Scope: Nationwide, United States Focus Areas: Capacity-building support for organizations conducting year-round…
Capacity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Capacity Grant, supported by the Utah Division of…
Capacity Grant Funder: Junior League of Washington, DC Geographic Scope: Greater Washington, DC metropolitan area (District of Columbia, Montgomery and Prince Georges Counties in Maryland, Arlington…
Capacity Grants Funder: Connecticut Humanities Council Inc Geographic Scope: Connecticut Award Amount: Up to $9,999-$10,000 Overview: Grants to strengthen organizational capacity and infrastructure.…
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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