Quality of Life Grants
Last updated October 15, 2026
Grantable tracks 293 active quality of life grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 9 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 139 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.
- Grants tracked
- 293
- from 243 funders
- Median award
- $10K
- middle half $5,000–$30K
- Total listed funding
- $11.0M
- across 139 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 4
- 16 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Beacon Hill Community Fund Beacon Hill Civic Association Inc · Foundation ~October · $3K – $10K The Community Fund supports projects and programs for residents involving: Beacon Hill, Cambridge Street, and adjacent neighborhoods (Boston, MA area) Established in 2019, the Community Fund was created by the Beacon Hill Civic Association… | |
| AWS Foundation Accessible Communities Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Nov 2, 2026 · Up to $10K The AWS Foundation Accessible Communities Fund Grant supports inclusive programs for individuals with disabilities in Noble County. | |
| Vernon Greater Together Community Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Nov 2, 2026 · $250 – $10K The Vernon Greater Together Community Fund, established by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, allocates $100,000 to enhance the quality of life in Vernon. | |
| Quality of Life Grant Application Humor to Fight the Tumor Foundation · Foundation ~December · Up to $18K | |
| AMGA Acclaim Award Amga Foundation Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies The Acclaim Award recognizes medical groups and other organized systems of care that are bringing the American healthcare system closer to the ideal delivery model – one that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and… | |
| Waco Foundation: Immediate Impact Grants Waco Foundation · Foundation Jan 1, 2027 · Up to $5K The Waco Foundation offers Immediate Impact Grants to support nonprofit organizations in McLennan County, Texas. These grants aim to strengthen community engagement and address local challenges, particularly for marginalized populations. | |
| PF Fund for the Baldwin Area Grant Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · US $1,000 - US $20,000 The PF Fund for the Baldwin Area, managed by the Maine Community Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Baldwin, Maine. | |
| Bama Works Fund Grant Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation ~February · Up to $10K The Bama Works Fund Grant, provided by the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, supports local initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life in Charlottesville and surrounding counties. | |
| GMFF Community Grants Greater Menomonee Falls Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Greater Menomonee Falls Foundation grants program funds a variety of community needs that are supported by non-profit organizations working in the Greater Menomonee Falls Area. | |
| Annual Spring Community Grant Cycle Morton Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies Grants are generated from all fund types: | |
| Ramble Charitable Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation ~April · $3K – $13K The Ramble Charitable Fund Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Buncombe County by supporting projects in education, economic development, and health care. | |
| First Financial Community Grants Hamilton Community Foundation · Foundation ~June · Up to $40K The First Financial Community Grants, managed by the Hamilton Community Foundation, focus on enhancing community growth in low-income areas. | |
| Large Grants (Huney) Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island Trust · Foundation ~September · $25K – $100K The Large Grants (Huney) Committee awards significant grants for major capital projects that will have transformative impact on the Bainbridge Island community. | |
| Connected Communities Grants Central Carolina Community Foundation · Foundation ~September · $10K – $60K The Connected Communities Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in the Midlands by funding innovative projects that foster community attachment and satisfaction. | |
| Wyoming Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Funds Grant Wyoming Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wyoming Department of Health accepts applications for Civil Money Penalty (CMP) funds aimed at enhancing the quality of life and care for nursing facility residents. | |
| PCF Board Directed Grants Pella Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Pella Community Foundation offers Board Directed Grants aimed at enhancing the quality of life in Pella through innovative programs and charitable projects. | |
| Oregon Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Funds Program Grant Oregon Department of Human Services · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oregon Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Funds Program provides financial assistance to enhance the quality of care and life for nursing home residents. | |
| Howe Family Foundation Grant - 1st Quarter Greater Manhattan Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation transforms lives across our local community. Our deep commitment to giving back helps spark innovation, fuels growth, and builds a stronger community for everyone over the last 25 years. | |
| River Falls Community Foundation Big Idea Grants St Croix Valley Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This opportunity is offered every other year._ Enhancing the Quality of Life in River Falls Wisconsin The River Falls Community Foundation was created to advance the quality of life in River Falls. | |
| Island Thrift Community Grants - Simple Grant Application Island Thrift · Foundation Rolling · $100 – $5K Island Thrift awards grants for projects, events, and programs in the following categories: Grants are made possible by community generosity through donations and purchases at Island Thrift thrift store. | |
| Oklahoma Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Fund Program Grant Oklahoma State Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oklahoma Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Fund Program aims to enhance the quality of care for nursing home residents by funding projects that address health and safety deficiencies. | |
| Dubuque Racing Association Core Grants Dubuque Racing Association Ltd · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Dubuque Racing Association Core Grants aim to enhance community betterment through non-profit initiatives focused on population growth and tourism. | |
| PCF Impact Grant Pella Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The PCF Impact Grant, offered by the Pella Community Foundation, aims to enhance community life in Pella through significant funding for impactful projects. | |
| Inga M. Johnson Endowment Fund West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies |
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Quality of life grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 4 1%
- Upcoming date published
- 16 5%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 46 16%
- No deadline published
- 227 77%
Only 16 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most active quality of life grants
- Christopher Reeve Foundation 7 active
- Northern New York Community Foundation Inc 6 active
- Wayne County Indiana Foundation Inc 5 active
- Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc 4 active
- Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc 4 active
- Vigran Family Foundation Inc 4 active
243 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 293 active quality of life grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 15, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 1 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About quality of life grants
Quality of life grants fund programs that improve daily living, independence, and community participation for people facing disability, illness, aging, or other significant life challenges. Rather than funding research or a cure, these grants support practical, life-enhancing services — accessible recreation, caregiver support, assistive equipment, transportation, and community engagement. They are typically awarded to nonprofits that deliver direct services to a defined population.
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Quality of Life Grants by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do quality of life grants award?
Of the 293 quality of life grants Grantable lists as of October 15, 2026, 139 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $30K. The largest is $4.2M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most quality of life grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Christopher Reeve Foundation (7), Northern New York Community Foundation Inc (6), Wayne County Indiana Foundation Inc (5), Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc (4), and Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc (4). In all, 243 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are quality of life grants due?
Of 293 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 16 have a published upcoming deadline, 46 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 227 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
What is a quality of life grant?
A quality of life grant funds programs and services that enhance the everyday well-being, independence, and inclusion of people living with a disability, chronic condition, or other challenge — and often their families and caregivers. Typical uses include accessible recreation and sports, respite and caregiver support, assistive technology, peer programs, and community integration activities. The emphasis is on improving daily life now rather than on clinical research.
Who offers quality of life grants?
The best-known program is the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Quality of Life Grants Program, which funds nonprofits serving people living with paralysis and their families through tiered grants for access, independence, and community engagement. Other quality of life funding comes from disease- and disability-specific foundations, hospital community-benefit programs, and community foundations that back direct-service organizations. Most require IRS 501(c)(3) status or a comparable public entity.
What kinds of organizations qualify?
Eligible applicants are usually nonprofit, direct-service organizations — and sometimes governments, school districts, tribal entities, or hospitals — that serve the population a funder cares about. A competitive application clearly defines who is served, describes a concrete program with measurable outcomes, and shows how the work expands access, independence, or community participation for that group.
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