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…
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.
What grants for seniors are open right now?
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:…
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…
Essex Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adirondack Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Essex Community Fund Grant, managed by the Adirondack…
Estate of Ernest Hyam Davis & The Ted & Mollie Carr Endowment Trust (‘Carr and Davis Trusts’) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perpetual Guardian Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Estate of Ernest…
Eugene and Nadine Stegelmeyer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Eugene and Nadine Stegelmeyer Scholarship,…
External Agency Fund: Office of Social Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The…
FACF: Bridging Generations Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fremont Area Community Foundation (MI) Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Bridging Generations Fund, supported by the Fremont…
Faith Mission Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pinellas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2025 Summary The Faith Mission Fund, established by Faith Mission, Inc.…
Fall Field of Interest Grants: Health & Human Services- Healthy Youth and Healthy Seniors Endowment Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $3,000…
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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