Grants for Seniors

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 896 active grants for seniors in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

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What grants for seniors are open right now?

CULPEPER WELLNESS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Crisis Emergency Grants Funder: Culpeper Wellness Foundation Inc (VA, US) Status: One-time program (2020) - suspended Healthy Living Grants program in response to pandemic Award Amount:…

US $4,000 - US $8,000
LOWER MANHATTAN CULTURAL COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Creative Learning Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Amount: US $4,000 - US $8,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Creative Learning Grants Program,…

Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Crestwood Women & Families Fund Organization: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville in partnership with Crestwood Medical Center Mission: Establish a grant-making fund for high-impact grants to…

US $30,000 - US $1,000,000
Cummings Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cummings $30 Million Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cummings Foundation Inc. Amount: US $30,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Cummings $30 Million Grant Program will…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WEST TEXAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Current Grant Opportunities Funder: Community Foundation of West Texas Geographic Scope: West Texas region Overview: The Community Foundation of West Texas offers various grant opportunities for…

THE CUSHMAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cushman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cushman Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Cushman Foundation Grant aims to support community and humanitarian efforts in San Diego…

THE SAN DIEGO WOMEN'S FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cycle 25 Grants - Senior Isolation and Loneliness Funder: The San Diego Women's Foundation Status: Awards granted in June 2025 (completed cycle) Total Awarded: $240,000 Number of Grantees: Four…

DAISY MARQUIS JONES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Note: Grant applications are accepted year-round. Please note, the Foundation does not meet in July, August or December._ Daisy Marquis Jones Foundation Grant The mission of the Daisy…

DALLAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Dallas Community Foundation Annual Grants Overview: Through its annual grant distribution, the Dallas Community Foundation gives back to the community, investing in solutions to address local needs.…

Approximately US $75,000
DANIELS FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daniels Fund Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Daniels Fund Amount: Approximately US $75,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Daniels Fund Grants Program offers support to nonprofit…

AGED & INDIGNT WOMEN'S FD D LANE · Rolling / Open Foundation

David N. Lane Trust for Aged & Indigent Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: David N. Lane Trust for Aged & Indigent Women Last Updated: July 04, 2025 Summary The David N. Lane Trust for Aged &…

Shiawassee Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Debra Wegman Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shiawassee Community Foundation Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Debra Wegman Grant, offered by the Shiawassee Community Foundation, supports…

DeKalb County (Georgia) · Rolling / Open Foundation

DeKalb County Human Services Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: DeKalb County (Georgia) Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The DeKalb County Human Services Grant Program supports local non-profits…

Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Delaware Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Delaware Civil Money Penalty…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Contact program officer for more information._ _Applications are accepted by invitation only._ About the Dayton Foundation As Greater Dayton's largest and oldest community foundation,…

SEPHARDIC HOME FOR THE AGED FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dementia Care and Brain Degenerative Diseases Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sephardic Home For The Aged Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Dementia Care and Brain Degenerative…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA COUNCIL ON AGING INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dementia Grant (Regional and Local) Administrator: Minnesota Board on Aging Program Type: Competitive grant Focus Areas: Alzheimer's disease and other dementias and their impact on family, friends,…

COUNCIL ON AGING FOR SOUTHEASTERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dementia Respite Grant Funder: Senior Solutions Council on Aging for Southeastern Vermont Geographic Scope: Southeastern Vermont Program Overview The Dementia Respite Grant provides financial…

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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