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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Truliant's Community Grants Truliant Federal Credit Union · Foundation Not published · Varies Truliant's Community Giving program supports nonprofit organizations that enhance local communities near Truliant branches.	Not published	Varies
THRIVE Grants for up to $10,000 (formerly Community Grants) York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies THRIVE Grant Opportunities from the Fund for York County The Fund for York County focuses resources on our community’s most pressing issues.	Not published	Varies
Hazel Miller Foundation Grant Hazel Miller Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The Hazel Miller Foundation Grant supports charitable projects in South Snohomish County, focusing on education, youth services, poverty alleviation, civic services, environmental initiatives, culture, and diversity.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Vizo Financial Empowerment Grant The Credit Union Foundation of MD & DC · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K In partnership with Vizo Financial Corporate Credit Union, the CU Foundation MD\|DC has established this grant to support credit union projects that address barriers to the well-being, economic growth, and prosperity of credit union members…	Not published	Up to $5K
Altman Foundation Grants - Strengthening Communities Altman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Altman Foundation's Strengthening Communities program helps NYC individuals and families access services and resources.	Not published	Varies
Treu-Mart Fund Grant The Cleveland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Treu-Mart Fund, a partnership between the Cleveland Foundation and the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, aims to empower children and youth in Greater Cleveland.	Not published	Varies
WFGV Grants Women's Foundation of Genesee Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Foundation of Genesee Valley has been dedicated to empowering women and families since 1994, investing over $1.7 million in community programs.	Not published	Varies
The Basic Needs Giving Partnership Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $300K The Basic Needs Giving Partnership aims to enhance equity and economic well-being in Northeast Wisconsin by providing multi-year flexible funding for collaborative initiatives addressing root causes of community issues.	Not published	$300K
Home Repair Program Loudoun Habitat for Humanity · Foundation Rolling · Varies Income Guidelines (Maximum Annual Household Income): Income guidelines may be lower depending upon funding source	Rolling	Varies
James M. and Olive Edmunds Memorial Fund for Brockport, Sweden, or Clarkson Grant Program Rochester Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The James M. and Olive Edmunds Memorial Fund provides essential support to community organizations in Brockport, Sweden, and Clarkson, NY.	Not published	$2K – $5K
BCBSIL: Blue Impact Grant Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blue Impact Grant by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois supports community-based non-profit organizations focused on improving health equity in Illinois.	Not published	Varies
Power of One Fuel Fund of Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Created in 2022, this program is designed specifically for single-parent households. It offers specialized one-on-one navigational support with the utility assistance application process at the Fuel Fund of Maryland.	Not published	Varies
Gary Community Ventures Grant Gary Philanthropy · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Once a year we issue a Request for Grant Proposals that reflect specific strategies for impact within our outcome areas. We also welcome the opportunity to connect with organizations engaged in aligned work at any time.	Not published	Varies
Family Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Grant (Kansas Housing Resources Corporation) United Way of the Plains Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.1M – $2.2M	Not published	$1.1M – $2.2M
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program The Agricultural and Labor Program Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides emergency financial assistance and support services to low-income households. Applications may be submitted through the same application portal as LIHEAP.	Not published	Varies

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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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