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.

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EAST MISSOURI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

THE SCAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

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…

$250 maximum per calendar year (25% to 100% scholarships available)
SOURCEPOINT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

Sonora Area Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Elaine Symons Baker Community Impact Award Program Type: Community grant program Geographic Scope: Tuolumne County, CA Award Purpose: Recognizes organizations making meaningful community impact.…

CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS HOUSING ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

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…

TOLEDO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Fully funded (cost of wish experience covered)
VITAL LIFE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

US $10,000 - US $50,000
HARRY C AND DEBORAH L ELLIOTT FAMILY · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

YORK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Up to $305,000 (annual total)
EASTSIDE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION · April 3, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Emerald Heights Social Accountability Grants Funder: Emerald Heights (Eastside Retirement Association), Redmond, WA Overview: An annual charitable grant program through which Emerald Heights awards…

$1,000,000 (total distributed to 32 organizations)
OREGON CONSUMER JUSTICE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

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…

Empty Bowls of Naples Inc · June 4, 2027 · Annual Foundation

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:…

$50 - $10,000
EN KA SOCIETY INC · May 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

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…

SEPHARDIC HOME FOR THE AGED FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

US $1,500 - US $10,000
SAN MARCOS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open 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…

Up to $600 for crisis assistance
COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF HENNEPIN · Rolling / Open · Annual 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…

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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