Poverty Alleviation Grants

Last updated October 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 620 active poverty alleviation grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Alice L. Johnson Charitable Trust Grant A L Johnson Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $8K The Alice L. Johnson Charitable Trust Grant provides vital support to the needy and deserving poor of Bristol Borough, Pennsylvania.	Not published	$8K
Build HOPE Maine Equal Justice Partners · Foundation Not published · Varies Build HOPE is a program launched in January 2022 by Maine Equal Justice to provide financial assistance to low-income parents pursuing higher education or training.	Not published	Varies
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) City of San Diego · State Not published · Varies The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is a federal program administered by the City of San Diego to enhance urban communities through housing, economic opportunities, and public services.	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation Grants - Patton/Cornwell Fund Community Foundation of Burke County · Foundation Not published · $5K The Patton/Cornwell Fund, part of the Community Foundation Grants, supports educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged individuals, including at-risk preschool children.	Not published	$5K
AARP Foundation Grantmaking Program AARP · Foundation Not published · Varies AARP Foundation does not have a set Request For Application (RFA) schedule nor does it accept unsolicited applications.	Not published	Varies
Saab Family Foundation Grant The Saab Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saab Family Foundation Grant offers support to tax-exempt organizations in Rockingham and Hillsborough Counties in NH, as well as Essex and Middlesex Counties in MA.	Not published	Varies
Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation: Policy, Advocacy, & Organizing The Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: When you first set up an account, you’ll be asked to share a brief summary of your idea. Proposed ideas must have a direct impact within the state of Arkansas and align with AR Equity 2025.	Not published	Varies
Economic Empowerment and Sustainability: Workforce Development and Educational Attainment Grants Farmington Bank Community · Foundation Not published · Varies Farmington Bank Community Foundation will help create opportunities for a better life by focusing on economic opportunities, health, and basic needs.	Not published	Varies
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation: Capital Grants - Health The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation The Weinberg Foundation fulfills its mission of meeting the basic needs of people experiencing poverty by providing grants across five focus areas that serve a range of populations, primarily…	Not published	Varies
Rapid Response Fund for Movement Building Grant The San Francisco Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Rapid Response Fund for Movement Building provides urgent financial support to grassroots organizations addressing social justice for low-income residents and people of color.	Not published	$3K – $20K
Dr. P. Phillips Legacy Microgrant Program Grant The Dr P Phillips Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Dr. P. Phillips Legacy Microgrant Program, supported by Dr. Phillips Charities, offers annual grants of $5,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations in Central Florida.	Not published	$5K
Alabama Power Foundation: Elevate Grant Alabama Power Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Alabama Power Foundation's Elevate Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for Alabamians by empowering nonprofits to address pressing community needs.	Not published	Up to $5K
Generous Acts Grant Program Adirondack Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $30K The Generous Acts Grant Program, backed by the Adirondack Foundation, supports nonprofits and community organizations in the Adirondack Region.	Not published	$3K – $30K
Irene D. Cunningham Trust Grant Irene D Cunningham W · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Irene D. Cunningham Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Delaware and Chester Counties, Pennsylvania, dedicated to assisting the needy poor.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Hudson Valley Organizing Grants North Star Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Hudson Valley Organizing Grants provide essential support for grassroots organizations in New York's Hudson Valley, promoting systemic change through community-driven efforts.	Not published	Up to $20K
BCBSMT Grants Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBSMT) · Foundation Not published · Varies For Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, health care is deeply personal. It's also inherently local — like us.	Not published	Varies
HOPES Grant (Healthy Outcomes through Prevention and Early Support) Texprotects-the Texas Association for the Protection of Children · Foundation Not published · $31.2M	Not published	$31.2M
Zera Foundation Grant Zera Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: While the Foundation entertains requests from a wide variety of organizations, most grants are initiated at the direction of the program staff and Board of Trustees of the Foundation._ Formed in 2011, the Zera Foundation provides…	Not published	Varies
Housing Security Emergency Fund CHHAYA Community Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Housing Security Emergency Fund seeks to prevent evictions and foreclosures by providing direct rent and mortgage assistance to low-to-moderate income (LMI) community members impacted by the long-term effects of the COVID-19 economic…	Not published	Varies
Luther T. McCauley Charitable Trust Grant Luther T McCauley Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Luther T. McCauley Charitable Trust Grant supports nonprofit organizations that assist the economically disadvantaged, socially marginalized, and those with mental or physical disabilities in El Paso County, Colorado.	Not published	Varies
Limited Income Energy Efficiency Program Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies Assists low-to-moderate income-qualified households to reduce energy consumption, lower utility bills, improve health and safety, and home comfort with installation of energy efficiency and lower gas emission measures in their homes at no…	Not published	Varies
Colonel Robert H. Morse Foundation Grant Morse Col Robert H Fdn Tr · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colonel Robert H. Morse Foundation Grant supports community initiatives that address critical issues such as food insecurity, homelessness, and access to affordable housing in the Greater Beloit area.	Not published	Varies
Marillac Mission Fund: Responsive Grants Marillac Mission Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Marillac Mission Fund offers responsive grants primarily for established organizations addressing poverty and vulnerability in the St. Louis area.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Philadelphia DAO Forfeiture Fund- Housing, Food Security, Anti-Poverty and Racial Justice Grant The Philadelphia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Philadelphia DAO Forfeiture Fund aims to utilize forfeited funds to support community organizations addressing food insecurity, housing instability, and anti-crime initiatives.	Not published	$10K – $50K

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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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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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