Grants for Seniors

Grants for senior services fund aging-in-place programs, elder care, meal delivery, transportation, social isolation prevention, and organizations serving older adults. The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is the primary federal funder, while the Area Agencies on Aging network distributes services locally.

902 grants
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UNITED WAY OF GRANT COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

2026 Community Investment Grants Organization: United Way of Grant County Inc Status: Open - Letter of Interest (LOI) window is currently open as of December 3, 2025 Geographic Scope: Grant County,…

UNITED WAY OF BARTOW COUNTY INC · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

2027 Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Bartow County (GA, US) Geographic Scope: Bartow County, Georgia Program Type: One-time grants awarded to qualifying agencies Focus Areas: Agencies…

UNITED WAY OF BARTOW COUNTY INC · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

2027 United Way Mini-Grant Funder: United Way of Bartow County (GA, US) Geographic Scope: Bartow County, Georgia Program Type: One-time grants for smaller requests Focus Areas: Agencies actively…

Aging · April 15, 2026 State

93.071 FFY2025 MIPPA Priority 1 for SHIPs To provide enhanced outreach to eligible Medicare beneficiaries regarding their preventive, wellness, and limited income benefits; application assistance to…

Aging · April 10, 2026 State

93.071 FFY2025 MIPPA Priority 2 for AAAs MIPPA AAA: The program is designed to provide outreach to eligible Medicare beneficiaries regarding the benefits available under Title XVIII of the Social…

Aging · April 10, 2026 State

93.071 FFY2025 MIPPA Priority 3 for ADRCs MIPPA ADRC: The program is designed to provide outreach to eligible Medicare beneficiaries regarding the benefits available under Title XVIII of the Social…

AV HUNTER TRUST INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open Foundation

A. V. Hunter Trust Grants to Organizations Status: ACTIVE Funder: A V Hunter Trust, Inc Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The A.V. Hunter Trust provides general…

AARP · Rolling / Open State

" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/about/info-2017/aarp-community-challenge.html">AARP Community Challenge grant program helps communities become more livable through small awards to…

AARP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AARP Community Challenge Grant: Demonstration Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AARP Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The AARP Community Challenge Grant…

AARP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AARP Community Challenge Grant: Flagship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AARP Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The AARP Community Challenge Grant supports…

AARP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AARP Foundation Grantmaking Program Status: Active; AARP Foundation does not have a set Request For Application (RFA) schedule nor does it accept unsolicited applications. Geographic Scope: Currently…

AARP · Rolling / Open Foundation

AARP Foundation Grantmaking Program Overview: AARP Foundation does not have a set Request For Application (RFA) schedule nor does it accept unsolicited applications. The Foundation supports projects…

FLORIDA STATE PARKS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Access for All Program Overview: Program focused on increasing accessibility and inclusion for visitors with diverse abilities and special needs at Florida State Parks. Geographic Scope: Florida…

Several million dollars annually; $16.3 million awarded in 2024-2025 to 215 organizations
DELTA DENTAL OF DELAWARE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Access to Care Grants Program Funder: Delta Dental Community Care Foundation Geographic Scope: 15-state enterprise and Washington, D.C. (AL, CA, DE, DC, FL, GA, LA, MD, MS, MT, NV, NY, PA, TX, UT,…

ADM Board County of Summit · Rolling / Open Foundation

ADM Board County of Summit: Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: ADM Board County of Summit Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Completed applications are due…

WESTERN ILLINOIS AREA AGENCY ON AGING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Adult Protective Services (APS) Funder: Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging (WIAAA) Program Type: Request for Proposal (RFP) Geographic Scope: Western Illinois, PSA 03 including the following…

Frequently Asked Questions

What federal programs fund senior services?
The Older Americans Act (administered by ACL) funds nutrition programs, supportive services, caregiver support, and elder abuse prevention through Area Agencies on Aging. CMS funds Medicare and Medicaid programs for seniors. HUD supports senior housing. The Corporation for National Service funds Senior Corps volunteer programs.
Can organizations get grants for senior nutrition programs?
Yes. The Older Americans Act Title III-C funds congregate and home-delivered meals through AAAs. USDA's CSFP provides food for low-income seniors. The SNAP Education program funds nutrition education. Foundations like AARP Foundation and Meals on Wheels America provide additional senior nutrition grants.
Are there grants for senior technology and social isolation?
Yes. ACL has funded technology programs for older adults. The Retirement Research Foundation and AARP Foundation support age-friendly technology. The FCC's Lifeline program provides discounted internet and phone. Many community foundations fund social isolation prevention programs as this becomes a recognized public health priority.

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