Poverty Alleviation Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Local Community Development Initiative (LCDI) Program Overview: The LCDI Program is an Amalfi Foundation Initiative which takes a proactive and individualized approach to philanthropy focused on…
Local Funding- Winifred Crawford Dibert Foundation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Winifred Crawford Dibert Foundation Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The…
Local Grants Funder: John George Jr. Trust Geographic Scope: Jackson County, Michigan Eligibility: - Jackson County school districts - Organizations that work with those in poverty Funding Approach:…
Local Jobs Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Illinois Last Updated: July 26, 2025 Summary The Local Jobs Fund Grant, provided by the Community Foundation of Central…
Lord's Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lords Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary Lord's Foundation Grant aims to promote education and uplift underprivileged communities…
Loudoun Community Response Fund- Loudoun Community Response Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated:…
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - Block Grant This program is to assist households with low incomes, particularly those with the lowest incomes that pay a high proportion of…
Low Income Worker Training Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The…
Luther T. McCauley Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Luther T. McCauley Charitable Trust Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary The Luther T. McCauley Charitable Trust Grant supports…
Main Street Community Foundation Grants Program Funder: Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Barnes Foundation (CT, US) Geographic Scope: Connecticut communities of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville,…
Make A Difference Grants Funder: Salina Area United Way Inc (KS, US) Geographic Scope: Salina Area, Kansas Focus Areas: Salina Area United Way prioritizes three strategic goals: - Education: Raise…
March Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: March Family Foundation Last Updated: August 05, 2025 Summary The March Family Foundation provides grants to organizations that support children…
Overview Begun in 1969, Mardag Foundation has continued the legacy of its founder, Agnes Ober, who overcame poverty in her early life and whose charitable spirit led her to create a permanent means…
Margaret Beelard Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Margaret Beelard Community Foundation Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Margaret Beelard Community Foundation Grant…
Overview The Marian Foundation _Providing Hope and Support for Our Neighbors In Need_ The Marian Foundation is a charitable trust which was established with the purpose of aiding and supporting area…
Marillac Mission Fund: Responsive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marillac Mission Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Marillac Mission Fund offers…
Marion Wm. & Alice Edwards Fund Geographic Scope: Northwest Connecticut Focus Areas: - Basic needs/social services - Community support Recent Grant Examples: - Riverton Theatre: support for critical…
Market Match Fund Purpose: An economic development and food access program designed to provide a consistent, annual funding stream to match customer SNAP benefits at Berkshire-area farmers markets.…
Martin Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Martin Family Foundation Last Updated: December 27, 2025 Summary The Martin Family Foundation, established in 2001, focuses on supporting…
Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation supports nonprofits focused on…