Private Grants for Nonprofits
Last updated July 2, 2026
There are currently 22 active private grants for nonprofits in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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About private grants for nonprofits
Private grants are awards from private (non-government) sources — primarily private and family foundations, but also corporate funders and individual philanthropists — as distinct from public funding provided by federal, state, or local government. They tend to be more flexible and faster than government grants, with each funder setting its own priorities and process. Private funding is a major source of support for nonprofit programs, operations, and capital needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a private grant?
A private grant is funding from a non-governmental source, such as a private or family foundation, a corporate giving program, or an individual donor. Because the money comes from private rather than public coffers, these funders have wide latitude to set their own focus areas, eligibility, grant sizes, and timelines, and they are not bound by the regulations that govern government funding.
Who provides private grants to nonprofits?
Private grants come mainly from private foundations, family foundations, community foundations, corporate foundations and giving programs, and donor-advised funds and individual philanthropists. Each has its own giving interests and application process, so finding a good match means researching a funder's mission, geography, and prior grantees before applying.
How are private grants different from government grants?
Government (public) grants come from federal, state, or local agencies and typically involve formal solicitations, strict compliance and reporting rules, and longer timelines, but can be larger and more predictable. Private grants come from foundations, companies, and individuals; they are usually more flexible and quicker to obtain, though amounts and availability vary widely and many smaller private funders give only by invitation.
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