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.
Seeds of Sustainability- Capacity Building Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Western New York Foundation Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Seeds of Sustainability Capacity Building Grant…
Senior Food Program Program Name: Senior Commodity Food Program Overview: Provides elderly income-eligible residents with a monthly food allotment of nutritious food to help supplement their food…
SerVermont VISTA Program RPF Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: SerVermont Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary Overview SerVermont VISTA Program RPF This cohort will begin service on August 10, 2026.…
SFF: Mission-Aligned Grantmaking - Seed Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Skees Family Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Skees Family Foundation offers…
Share Your Story Video Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: Along with submitting the online…
Sharing Montgomery Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Greater Washington Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The Sharing Montgomery Fund…
Sharing Prince George’s County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Greater Washington Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Sharing Prince…
Shelter Heat Program Overview: Citizens Energy charitable program providing heating assistance and energy support. Focus Areas: - Heating fuel assistance - Energy support for vulnerable populations -…
Silver Bay Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Silver Bay Charitable Fund Grant…
Single-Year Grant Cycle Status: COMING SOON Total Funding Available: $1,000,000 to be invested Geographic Scope: Northeast Wisconsin Purpose: This cycle provides planning and/or capacity building…
Skills Enhancement Program Overview: Helps low-income workers increase their skills and get a higher paying job. The program supports those who are working but continue to struggle to make ends meet…
SNAP E&T Program Program Name: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment & Training (SNAP E&T) Funder: Region 1 Workforce Development Board (WORK4WV) Geographic Scope: Region 1 in West…
Soccer Across America Grants Overview: Soccer Across America Grants are awarded on a rolling basis to support operational and equipment expenses specific to programs that provide participation…
Social & Economic Mobility Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Broward Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Social & Economic Mobility Grant, offered by the Community…
Social Impact Fund - Nationwide Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Heart Association Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Social Impact Fund - Nationwide Grant…
Social Innovation Investments Focus: Breaking the cycle of systemic poverty through innovative research and community action Overview: Cedar Valley United Way reserves special allocation of funds for…
Social Innovations Grant Funder: Tulsa Area United Way (TAUW) Program Type: Competitive grant for nonprofit organizations Geographic Scope: Six-county service area of TAUW: Creek, Okmulgee, Osage,…
Social Justice Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saint Thomas Aquinas Church Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Social Justice Grants, funded by Saint Thomas Aquinas Church, support agencies that…
Solar Program (The Solstice Project) Funder: Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County (CAP-HC) in partnership with All Energy Solar Geographic Scope: Hennepin County, Minnesota homeowners…
Overview Spencer County Community Foundation The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community. We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Spencer…