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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Apel Family Grant Junior League of Roanoke Valley Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Apel Family Grant, offered by the Junior League of Roanoke Valley, supports established 501(c)(3) organizations in the Roanoke Valley and surrounding areas.	Not published	Up to $5K
Community Revitalization Grant Program Southeast Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $250K	Not published	$250K
Local Funding- Winifred Crawford Dibert Foundation Fund Grant The Winifred Crawford Dibert Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Winifred Crawford Dibert Foundation Fund Grant supports organizations that assist the disadvantaged and fund educational initiatives, focusing primarily on services historically supported by Mrs. Dibert.	Not published	$5K – $30K
TANF Employment & Training Special Project - Community Resource Development Program Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The TANF Employment & Training Special Project Grant aims to enhance community capacity for organizations serving the TANF population and low-income families.	Not published	Up to $75K
DCHS CDBG 2026 Capital Funding Community Development Grant King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · Varies The DCHS CDBG 2026 Capital Funding Grant supports community development projects that benefit low- and moderate-income individuals.	Not published	Varies
Holman Enterprises Community Grants Holman Enterprises Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K Holman Enterprises Community Grants aim to support low-income communities by providing essential resources like food, housing, education, and healthcare.	Not published	$10K – $75K
Seeding Wayne County Grant Program Wayne-Metropolitan Community Action Agency Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The Seeding Wayne County Grant Program, operated by Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency, aims to combat poverty by providing funding to grassroots organizations in Wayne County.	Not published	$1K – $8K
EOC Overcoming Barriers Scholarship Texarkana College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Overcoming Barriers Scholarship is a signature scholarship program established by TC's Educational Opportunity Center to provide financial support to students facing unexpected expenses and financial strains that might otherwise cause…	Not published	$500
Housing for Everyone Grant Competition TD Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1M – $2M The Housing for Everyone Grant Competition, part of the 2026 Initiative, aims to support eviction prevention in low-to moderate-income communities.	Not published	$1M – $2M
NOAH Impact Fund Greater Minnesota Housing Fund · Foundation Not published · $25M The NOAH (Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing) Impact Fund is a social impact capital structured fund designed to acquire and preserve unsubsidized, affordable rental housing in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area and greater…	Not published	$25M
CICF Glick Fund Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Glick Fund does not have an open application process. However, selected organizations will be invited to apply.	Not published	Varies
Embrace Iowa Fund Iowa Community Action Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Embrace Iowa Fund is an annual campaign by The Des Moines Register that provides grants to help Iowans with immediate financial needs.	Not published	Up to $500
Social & Economic Mobility Grant Community Foundation of Broward Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Social & Economic Mobility Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of Broward, supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing services in Broward County. Eligible organizations must have a Gold Seal of Transparency from Candid.	Not published	Varies
Impact100 Nashville: Transformation and Innovation Category Grant Impact100 Nashville · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Impact100 Nashville's Transformation and Innovation Grant supports nonprofits that drive social change in Middle Tennessee.	Not published	Up to $100K
Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People Grant Presbyterian Mission Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People Grant supports partnerships with economically disadvantaged groups in the U.S. It aims to empower these communities to take control of their lives and address systemic issues of…	Not published	Varies
Winter Utilities Fund The Okra Project · Foundation Not published · Varies During winter, The Okra Project offers utility relief to those in need. The program aims to help individuals afford warmth and comfort by alleviating escalating utility bills, allowing them to focus on their well-being.	Not published	Varies
Farmington Bank Community Foundation - Cycle One Grant Farmington Bank Community · Foundation Not published · $8K – $20K The Farmington Bank Community Foundation, which continues the legacy of the former Farmington Bank, provides financial support to non-profit organizations and community programs improve economic viability and well-being of residents and…	Not published	$8K – $20K
AES Ohio Foundation: Community Impact Grants AES Ohio Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AES Ohio Foundation, a leading corporate foundation in the Dayton region, offers Community Impact Grants aimed at improving quality of life and fostering sustainability.	Not published	Varies
Thriving Community Impact Fund: Community Catalyst Grants Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K The Thriving Community Impact Fund offers Community Catalyst Grants to support transformative projects that enhance community health and well-being.	Not published	$50K
RFP: Improving Arts Education for Public and Private Preschools with an Emphasis on Low to Modest Income Families Grant Samuel N & Mary Castle Fdn · Foundation Not published · $20K – $25K The Samuel N. and Mary Castle Foundation aims to enhance arts education for public and private preschools, focusing on low to modest income families.	Not published	$20K – $25K
Community Reinvestment Plan (CRP) Grants Yakima Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K – $75K Organizations can receive funding in the following categories: Funded organizations include: United Way of Central WA, Vizions Economic Development Center, Yakama Nation, Campbell Farm, La Casa Hogar, MLK Aquatic Center, Nuestra Casa, Take…	Not published	$20K – $75K
Thriving Communities Grants: Community Development The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $200K The Thriving Communities Grants program by The New York Community Trust focuses on community development initiatives.	Not published	$5K – $200K
Hoover Family Foundation Grant - Portland, OR Hoover Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hoover Family Foundation Grant, established in 1992, supports non-profit organizations in Portland, Oregon, and Indianapolis, Indiana.	Not published	Varies
Here for Good- Summer Grant Cycle The Dallas Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dallas Foundation has long been a trusted community partner and responsible steward of our donors’ generous contributions. We have established a proven track record of investing in transformational solutions.	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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