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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Prospera Foundation Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Prospera Foundation Grant aims to positively impact local communities through financial literacy, sustainable housing, and poverty alleviation.	Not published	Up to $5K
Commercial Rehabilitation Grant Program (KS) Kansas Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Kansas Community Development Block Grant Program aims to revitalize downtown areas by funding the rehabilitation of blighted commercial structures.	Not published	Up to $300K
Catalytic Grant Program Neighborhood Allies Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K Neighborhood Allies' flagship grant program offering innovative, creative and inspiring ideas that make neighborhoods healthier, safer and stronger.	Not published	$25K – $75K
The Vinea Foundation Grant The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Vinea Foundation Grant, managed by the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, offers financial support to non-profits focused on special needs populations, underserved youth, and combating generational poverty.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Grants for Charitable Organizations Albert Haller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
LASC Foundation: Greater Metropolitan St. Louis Area Grants Light a Single Candle Foundation NFP · Foundation Not published · Varies The LASC Foundation offers grants to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Metropolitan St. Louis Area focusing on poverty relief through targeted partnerships.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants for Economic Stability Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Grants for Economic Stability aim to foster self-sufficiency in southeastern Virginia by providing funding for programs that help individuals overcome barriers to success.	Not published	Varies
The Trailblazer Scholarship Valley Guardians Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Selected participants receive access to:	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Department of Revenue Revenue Department · State Not published · Varies The Minnesota Department of Revenue requests proposals from organizations to receive grants to: Application information and resources are now available on the Grant to Provide Volunteer Taxpayer Assistance Services and Tax Credit Outreach…	Not published	Varies
John and Susan Dewan Foundation Grant John & Susan Dewan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The John and Susan Dewan Foundation Grant aims to support charitable organizations that provide direct services to individuals in poverty, primarily in Chicago and its suburbs.	Not published	Up to $3K
General Support Grants Program The District of Columbia Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides unrestricted funding grants to DC legal services organizations that provide free or low-cost legal assistance to District residents facing civil legal issues.	Not published	Varies
SNAP E&T Program (SNAP Employment & Training) Workforce Development Board WORK4WV Region 1 Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Upward Momentum Grant Upward Momentum · Foundation Not published · $200K Upward Momentum is a collaborative fund aimed at transforming economic mobility in Missouri. By investing in community-driven initiatives, it seeks to address systemic inequities and foster opportunities for all.	Not published	$200K
United Way Community Impact Grant United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County Community Impact Grant MOVING ALICE FROM CRISIS → SURVIVAL → SUSTAINABILITY ALICE® is a project that focuses on community members who are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed.	Not published	Varies
Kennecott Charitable Foundation Grant Kennecott Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kennecott Charitable Foundation supports vulnerable populations in the Salt Lake Region through grants to local charities and non-profits.	Not published	Varies
Revitalizing Westmoreland Grant Program The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Revitalizing Westmoreland Grant Program, managed by the Pittsburgh Foundation, aims to support vulnerable populations in Westmoreland County.	Not published	Up to $20K
W. W. Burgiss Charities Grant W W Burgiss Charities Inc · Foundation Not published · $12K The W. W. Burgiss Charities Grant supports initiatives focused on religion, education, and assistance for the needy in Greenville County, South Carolina.	Not published	$12K
Frank B. Hazard General Charity Fund Grant F B Hazard-Gen Charity FD · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frank B. Hazard General Charity Fund, established in 1924, focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to low-income populations in Providence, Rhode Island.	Not published	Varies
Lancaster Thrives Together Grant Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lancaster County Community Foundation works closely with our community to respond to local needs and leverage opportunities emerging today.	Not published	Varies
UWJC: Strategic Grants United Way of Jackson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _As part of the United Way allocations process, a volunteer panel will visit each program applicant during the month of April. Panelists will ask questions as part of due diligence.	Not published	Varies
Global Disability Development Fund (GDDF) and Africa Fund (AF) Rehabilitation International · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
United Way SunCoast Community Investments United Way Suncoast Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The current funding cycle continues through 2025 for awardees.	Not published	Varies
Competitive Grants / Allocation Grant Process United Way of Northwest Louisiana · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K Through the allocation grant process, United Way distributes funds raised from workplace campaigns and individual donors to nonprofits providing programs in education, health, income, and basic needs.	Not published	$3K – $20K
Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Pathways Program Grant Minnesota Job Skills Partnership · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Pathways Program aims to provide training and career opportunities for individuals with incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.	Not published	Up to $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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