East Missouri Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Missouri Foundation Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The East Missouri Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations focused on…
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.
ECO Group Toolkit Funder: The SCAN Foundation Recipient: Center for Outcomes Research and Education (CORE) Award Year: 2025 Geographic Scope: National (with focus on California and beyond) Strategic…
Edie Balser Scholarship Fund Overview: Makes SourcePoint programs available to all by providing financial assistance to eligible participants who have modest incomes and face financial barriers to…
Elaine Symons Baker Community Impact Award Program Type: Community grant program Geographic Scope: Tuolumne County, CA Award Purpose: Recognizes organizations making meaningful community impact.…
Elder Home Repair & Maintenance (EHRM) Program Type: Home repair assistance service Geographic Scope: Worcester and Southern Worcester County, Massachusetts Overview: EHRM supports the age network…
Overview Eldercare Field of Interest Funds The Greater Toledo Community Foundation is a public charitable organization created by citizens of our community to enrich the quality of life for…
Elevated Wishes Program Type: Senior dream fulfillment program Overview: In partnership with Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, the Elevated Wishes program empowers seniors to pursue once-in-a-lifetime…
Elkhorn Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Elkhorn Community Fund, established in 2007, enables…
Elliott Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harry C. & Deborah L. Elliott Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Elliott Family…
Embracing Aging - Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: York County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Embracing Aging Grants Program, supported…
Emerald Heights Social Accountability Grants Funder: Emerald Heights (Eastside Retirement Association), Redmond, WA Overview: An annual charitable grant program through which Emerald Heights awards…
Emergency Eviction Response (EER) Grants Funder: Oregon Consumer Justice Status: Awarded to 32 community-based organizations; appears to be one-time emergency program Geographic Scope: Oregon…
Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP) for the Elderly Program Type: Emergency energy assistance for low-income elderly households Geographic Scope: Available in the following Florida…
Empty Bowls Naples Inc. Grant Program Funder: Empty Bowls Naples Inc (EBNI), Naples, FL Mission: Eliminate hunger in our communities ONE BOWL at a time Program Established: 2017 Geographic Scope:…
En Ka Society Grants Funder: EN KA SOCIETY INC, Winchester, MA 01890 Contact: - Email: grants@enkasociety.org - Phone: 781.729.6146 - Address: 1037 Main Street, Winchester, MA 01890 Background Since…
End of Life Care or Preventing Elder Neglect Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sephardic Home For The Aged Foundation Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Sephardic Home For The Aged Foundation…
Endowment Fund - Regular Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Marcos Community Foundation Amount: US $1,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The San Marcos Community Foundation…
Energy Assistance Program (EAP) Funder: Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County (CAP-HC) Geographic Scope: Hennepin County, Minnesota residents Program Period: October 1 - May 31 (coinciding…
Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities (Section 5310) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary…
Enhancing Behavioral Health Care Access for Older Adults Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Boston Amount: Up to US $450,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The City of Boston is offering a…
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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