Grants for Released Prisoners

Last updated October 22, 2026

Grantable tracks 102 active grants for released prisoners in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 54 list an award amount, with a median of $147K.

Grants tracked: 102; from 84 funders
Median award: $147K; middle half $10K–$908K
Total listed funding: $38.2M; across 54 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 3 with a published date

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Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: A Second Chance Scholarship Grant Muscogee (Creek) Nation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation offers the Second Chance Scholarship to support Muscogee (Creek) students with felony convictions.	Not published	$1K
Performance Incentive Grant Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services · Foundation Not published · Varies The Performance Incentive Grant in Maryland is funded by savings from the Justice Reinvestment Act, aimed at reducing the prison population through evidence-based programs.	Not published	Varies
Community Microgrants The Hear Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200K The Hear Foundation awards community microgrants to support programs that build peace and safety through positive engagements between residents, children, youth, and Pittsburgh Public Safety Professionals.	Not published	$200K
Family, Opportunity, Resilience, Grit, Engagement – Fatherhood (FORGE Fatherhood) Grant US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Administration for Children & Families · Foundation Not published · $400K – $1.3M The FORGE Fatherhood initiative, supported by the US Department of Health and Human Services, aims to enhance responsible fatherhood through various targeted programs.	Not published	$400K – $1.3M
Reentry Project Grant Peckham Vocational Industries Inc DBA Peckham Inc · Foundation Not published · $630K	Not published	$630K
Bob Barker Company Foundation Grant Bob Barker Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Bob Barker Company Foundation Grant aims to reduce recidivism by transforming the lives of incarcerated individuals through effective programs and support.	Not published	Up to $25K
Empowering a Better Tomorrow Scholarship Grant National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People · Foundation Not published · $5K Empowering a Better Tomorrow Scholarship The Empowering a Better Tomorrow Scholarship, powered by Walmart, is intended to assist in the creation of a pathway for those who desire to further their education as they enter back into society.	Not published	$5K
Justice Fund The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established by Mary Waldron (80+ years old) through her will to confront discrimination endured by marginalized people. The fund will continue to allocate grants now and after her lifetime.	Not published	Varies
Recovery Voucher Program United Way of Wayne County Inc · Foundation Rolling · $150 – $475 Assist individuals and families in recovery/transition from natural disasters or personal crises by providing vouchers for use at participating thrift stores	Rolling	$150 – $475
V.O.I.C.E. The College and Community Fellowship Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Encourages women to understand and exercise their voting rights, fostering community impact through informed advocacy and voter registration.	Not published	Varies
Mary Alice and R. David Stup Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Frederick County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Mary Alice and R. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 01 Apr 2027.	Not published	Varies
Prison Ministry Assistance The Principle Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial assistance related to Christian Science prison ministry work and support for incarcerated individuals studying Christian Science. Limited information provided on main site.	Not published	Varies
Stable Housing and Empowering Communities Grant Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bank of America Charitable Foundation focuses on supporting organizations that empower communities through basic needs, income creation, and stable housing.	Not published	Varies
REAL People's Fund Entrepreneurship Loan Program Revolutionary Economy for All Local People's Fund · Foundation Rolling · Varies A community-controlled capital fund and entrepreneurship program providing non-extractive loans, holistic business support, and political powerbuilding for BIPOC entrepreneurs and small businesses.	Rolling	Varies
P.O.W.E.R. The College and Community Fellowship Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Empowers women with the skills and confidence to engage in civic leadership and drive positive change within their communities.	Not published	Varies
Intervention & Prevention Grant Program Episcopal Charities of the Diocese of New York · Foundation Not published · Varies Episcopal Charities provides critical funding, and operational support to strengthen nearly 100 local organizations working to transform the lives of more than 1 million people in need each year.	Not published	Varies
Early Termination of Supervised Release (ETSR) Program Last Prisoner Project · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
FY27 Perkins V - Department of Corrections (DOC) Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
External Agency Fund: Office of Social Services Grant Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government · Foundation Not published · $25K The External Agency Fund: Resilience and Community Services Grant invites local non-profits to apply for funding to support programs that align with the mayor's strategic goals.	Not published	$25K
Court Mitigation Grant (Removing Barriers Initiative) California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SWACH Collaborative Funding Model Southwest Washington Regional Health Alliance · Foundation Not published · $1.1M Projects addressing local needs including: In addition to grant funding, SWACH provides grantees with:	Not published	$1.1M
California Community Reinvestment Grants Program California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $600K – $3M The California Community Reinvestment Grants Program aims to support communities disproportionately affected by past drug policies.	Not published	$600K – $3M
Re-Entry Programs to Assist Pre- and Post-Release Justice Involved Individuals Patrick P Lee Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We envision a community where individuals achieve economic self-sufficiency without experiencing undue financial burden. Our vision for people living with mental illnesses is that they are engaged and supported members of the community.	Not published	Varies
Affinity Legacy Community Grant Program Affinity Legacy Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $1M Affinity Legacy provides grants to eligible organizations that provide services to people within Affinity's 10-county service area. The program aims to improve the health and well-being of people in underserved communities.	Not published	$25K – $1M

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About grants for released prisoners

Grants for reentry support help formerly incarcerated individuals rebuild their lives through employment, housing, education, and behavioral health services. The Department of Justice's Second Chance Act is the primary federal funding source, with additional support from DOL, HHS, and foundations committed to criminal justice reform.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for released prisoners award?

Of the 102 grants for released prisoners Grantable lists as of October 22, 2026, 54 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $147K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $908K. The largest is $7.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for released prisoners?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are The College and Community Fellowship Inc (7), Nextgen Climate America Inc (3), 4-CT Corp (2), Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc (2), and California Board of State and Community Corrections (2). In all, 84 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for released prisoners due?

Of 102 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 3 have a published upcoming deadline, 25 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 70 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What services do reentry grants typically fund?

Common funded services include job training and placement, transitional housing, substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, family reunification services, education and GED programs, mentoring, legal services, and transportation assistance. The most effective grants fund comprehensive, wrap-around services rather than single interventions.

Can faith-based organizations get reentry grants?

Yes. Faith-based organizations are major providers of reentry services and are eligible for federal Second Chance Act grants and DOL reentry programs. The White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships supports this work. Many faith-based organizations partner with government-funded programs to provide mentoring, housing, and support services.

What foundations fund criminal justice reform?

Major funders include Arnold Ventures, the Ford Foundation, Open Society Foundations, Charles Koch Foundation, and the MacArthur Foundation (Safety and Justice Challenge). The Vera Institute of Justice and the Council of State Governments Justice Center are both funders and technical assistance providers in the reentry space.

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