Poverty Alleviation Grants
Last updated October 11, 2026
Grantable tracks 620 active poverty alleviation grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 13 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 273 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.
- Grants tracked
- 620
- from 517 funders
- Median award
- $25K
- middle half $8,000–$100K
- Total listed funding
- $40.6M
- across 273 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 20
- 34 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Helping Hands Grants (Christopher K. Jarvi) Anaheim Community Foundation · Foundation ~October · $500 – $3K The Christopher K. Jarvi Helping Hands Grants program focuses on strengthening youth, residents and community through supporting community-based organizations. | |
| Hope Grant Wellspring Foundation of Southwest · Foundation Oct 31, 2026 · Up to $50K The Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia offers the HOPE Grant, aimed at supporting nonprofit organizations and governmental entities in enhancing community health and wellbeing. | |
| Shelby County Commissioners Tindall Farm Fund Grant Blue River Foundation Inc · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · Varies The Shelby County Commissioners Tindall Farm Fund (administered by BRCF) supports organizations providing basic needs to Shelby County, IN residents; applications due quarterly (Feb 1, May 1, Aug 1, Nov 1), awarded quarterly — next… | |
| Pokagon Fund Discretionary Grants The Pokagon Fund Inc · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · Up to $10K The Pokagon Fund Discretionary Grants support projects that enhance the quality of life for residents in Harbor Country, Michigan. | |
| FreeRent Atlanta Grant Freerent Foundation Inc · Foundation ~November · Up to 12 months of rental assistance An annual grant providing up to 12 months of rental assistance plus wraparound support services for hardworking families in Atlanta experiencing unexpected hardship. | |
| BHACF: The Community Service Center Trust Fund Grant Black Hills Area Community Foundation · Foundation ~November · Up to $2K The Community Service Center Trust Fund Grant, offered by the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, aims to support organizations serving low-income individuals in Rapid City, with a focus on Native American communities. | |
| Agency Grant Request Charity Circle of Murfreesboro · Foundation ~November · Varies | |
| Community Grants Program Junior League of Palo Alto - Mid Peninsula · Foundation ~November · $5K – $100K To create strategic partnerships with local nonprofits to drive meaningful impact in the community while developing member leadership and volunteer opportunities. | |
| Take Stock in Children (TSIC) Scholarships Public Education Foundation of Marion County Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies | |
| United Way Impact Funding United Way of the Ocoee Region · Foundation ~December · Varies Previously known as the Campaign Fund and Spring/Health Endowment Fund. This is the primary grant opportunity for organizations seeking to partner with United Way to address community needs. | |
| Competitive Grantmaking Program The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham · Foundation Dec 31, 2026 · Varies | |
| Immediate Impact Grants Waco Foundation · Foundation Jan 1, 2027 · Up to $5K Provide program, operating or capital support to a wide range of area nonprofits. | |
| Centre PACT Grants Centre Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · $500 – $3K Centre PACT (youth philanthropy) grants fund programs/projects in Centre County, PA addressing Basic Needs Access, Education Access, Health & Wellness, and the Environment. | |
| 2026 VITA Support Fund Prosperity Now · Foundation ~January · $5K – $20K A national funding opportunity supporting certified VITA programs and organizations that directly support VITA operations to strengthen no-cost basic tax return preparation services during the filing season. | |
| Friends of Camp Concord Youth Camp Scholarship Friends of Camp Concord Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies Provides financial support to send youth and families from low-income or underserved populations to Camp Concord's Youth Camp week. | |
| Community Impact Grants United Way of the Brazos Valley · Foundation ~February · $10K – $40K United Way of the Brazos Valley's Community Impact Grants invest in nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services aligned with three strategic priority areas: Education, Financial Stability, and Health. | |
| Fresh and Healthy Food for All in Columbia County Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Feb 15, 2027 · Up to $8K The 'Fresh and Healthy Food for All in Columbia County' grant, backed by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, aims to enhance access to nutritious food for vulnerable households. | |
| Community Impact Grant Hawaii Island United Way Inc · Foundation ~February · Up to $25K | |
| Robert C. Saffold Scholarship Florida Non-Profit Housing Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $2K Provides financial assistance with higher education and vocational training expenses to low-income high school students who would otherwise be unable to attend college or vocational training. | |
| Annual Competitive Grants - General Operating Support United Midcoast Charities Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K – $25K Funding that can be used in any way the organization needs, allowing grantees to nimbly meet challenges throughout the year and apply funding as needed to accomplish their mission. | |
| Episcopal Foundation of Dallas Annual Grant Program Episcopal Foundation Of Dallas · Foundation ~March · $3K – $30K The Episcopal Foundation of Dallas offers direct financial support through an annual grant program benefiting parishes, schools, and other not-for-profit agencies throughout the Dallas Diocese. | |
| Annual Competitive Grants - Program Grant United Midcoast Charities Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K – $25K Funding for agencies whose mission is broader than UMC's focus areas, but one or more programs fall securely within them. This allows organizations to seek funding for specific programs aligned with UMC's priorities. | |
| Community Investment Allocation Ada Regional United Way Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies | |
| Protecting Stark's Future Grant Stark Community Foundation · Foundation ~May · Up to $100K The Protecting Stark's Future Grant, initiated by the Stark Community Foundation, aims to combat child poverty in Stark County through collaborative, neighborhood-focused projects. |
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Poverty alleviation grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 20 3%
- Upcoming date published
- 34 5%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 152 25%
- No deadline published
- 414 67%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 34 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active poverty alleviation grants
- The Pittsburgh Foundation 8 active
- Citizens Energy Corporation 5 active
- The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg 5 active
- Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation 4 active
- Legal Services Alabama Inc 4 active
- Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development 4 active
517 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 620 active poverty alleviation grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 11, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 9 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About poverty alleviation grants
Poverty alleviation grants fund programs that address both the immediate hardships and the root causes of poverty, from emergency assistance to long-term self-sufficiency services. The Community Services Block Grant, administered by HHS's Office of Community Services, is the central federal program dedicated to reducing the causes and conditions of poverty through a national network of Community Action Agencies. Foundations such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation and major community foundations also fund anti-poverty work.
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Poverty Alleviation Grants by state
Browse poverty alleviation grants available to organizations in 18 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do poverty alleviation grants award?
Of the 620 poverty alleviation grants Grantable lists as of October 11, 2026, 273 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $8,000 and $100K. The largest is $3M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most poverty alleviation grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are The Pittsburgh Foundation (8), Citizens Energy Corporation (5), The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg (5), Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation (4), and Legal Services Alabama Inc (4). In all, 517 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are poverty alleviation grants due?
Of 620 grants listed, 20 accept applications on a rolling basis, 34 have a published upcoming deadline, 152 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 414 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 50% fall in October–December.
What poverty alleviation grants are available?
Grants support emergency and crisis assistance, housing and utility help, nutrition, employment and education, financial coaching, and asset-building programs designed to move people toward self-sufficiency. The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is the flagship federal anti-poverty program, complemented by other HHS and HUD funding and private foundation grants. Eligibility centers on serving people with low incomes.
Who funds poverty alleviation programs?
HHS's Office of Community Services administers the Community Services Block Grant specifically to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty, distributing funds to states, tribes, and over a thousand local Community Action Agencies. Private funders including the Annie E. Casey Foundation, community foundations, and United Way organizations also fund anti-poverty initiatives, alongside other federal safety-net programs.
How can a small nonprofit fund anti-poverty work?
Smaller organizations often access anti-poverty funding by partnering with their local Community Action Agency, which administers CSBG dollars, or by applying to community foundations and United Way chapters that fund local programs. Federal block grants usually flow through state and local intermediaries rather than directly to small nonprofits. Demonstrating clear outcomes and collaboration with established providers strengthens your case.
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