Grants for Seniors

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 896 active grants for seniors in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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.

896 grants
State/ Foundation
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What grants for seniors are open right now?

FRIENDS FOUNDATION FOR THE AGING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Friends Foundation for the Aging Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Friends Foundation for the Aging Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Friends Foundation for the Aging Grant supports innovative…

HORSES AND HUMANS · July 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Full Grant - 2026 Research Grant: Thriving as we age Funder: Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) Award Amount: Up to $175,000 for a research period of up to two years Geographic Scope:…

DOCK ACRES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Creative Arts Therapy Organization: Living Branches Foundation (part of Living Branches) Purpose: This fund helps enhance residents' lives through the unique healing and connecting power of…

$1.5 million (goal over 5 years)
SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Creative Arts Therapy Overview: This fund will help enhance residents' lives through the unique healing and connecting power of music, art, and dance. Status: Established in 2018 as part of…

SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Housing for Retired Church Workers Overview: This fund provides assistance to retired church workers. Focus Areas: Housing assistance for retired church workers Eligibility: Retired…

Up to US $5,000
The Cape Cod Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Sandwich Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Cape Cod Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The Fund for Sandwich Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for…

SAINT JOHN'S COMMUNITIES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fund for the Visually Impaired Funder: Saint John's Communities Inc (Wisconsin, US) Purpose: Provides annual grant awards to organizations in Southeastern Wisconsin providing services to or for older…

Department On Aging · June 19, 2026 State

FY2027 Retired and Senior Volunteer Program The purpose of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is to engage persons 55 years of age and older in volunteer service to meet critical needs…

Department On Aging · June 19, 2026 State

FY27 RO/CO Retention Grant The Long-Term Care Provider Funds are used to improve protection of the health and safety of residents in long-term care homes through the expansion of Long-Term Care…

Aging · June 25, 2026 State

FY27 Rural Support The Connecting Rural Older Illinoisans Grant opportunity directs funds to organizations to address rural area specific service issues, including transportation, technology,…

GARY E MILGARD FAMILY FOUNDATION- · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Note: There is no deadline for submitting a LOI. Our foundations board reviews the LOI’s on an ongoing basis, but we ask that you allow 12-16 weeks for a response. The response time can…

Sonora Area Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

General Community Grants Geographic Scope: Tuolumne County, CA Program Overview: Sonora Area Foundation makes grants to worthy projects and programs serving Tuolumne County residents and…

CAMBRIDGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

General Fund Grant Program Geographic Scope: Cambridge, Wisconsin community Overview: The General Fund supports various miscellaneous grant requests, special Cambridge School District programs, and…

San Diego County Bar Foundation · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

General Grant Fund Funder: San Diego County Bar Foundation (SDCBF) Geographic Scope: San Diego County, California Mission: The San Diego County Bar Foundation is the charitable arm of the San Diego…

Women Helping Women Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

General Grant Program Overview: Women Helping Women Fund offers annual grants to nonprofit organizations serving women and children in Spokane County. The program uses a collective giving model where…

Varies; 2014 total awards $345,066
OKLAHOMA BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

General Grant Program (Regular Grants) Funder: Oklahoma Bar Foundation Geographic Scope: Oklahoma (statewide) Overview: The Oklahoma Bar Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations that…

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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