Department On Aging · May 15, 2026 State
FFY27 93.053 Nutrition Services Incentive Program The Nutrition Services Incentive Program (NSIP) Provides additional federal funding for congregate meals and home delivered meals. Details - Awarding…
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.
902 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
Up to US $50,000
FIELD HALL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Field Hall Foundation Full Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Field Hall Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Field Hall Foundation provides grants to…
Up to US $10,000
BERKS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
First United Church of Christ Mission Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The First United Church of…
Approximately US $10,000
FLORENCE E SINCLAIR MEM T U W · Rolling / Open Foundation
Florence E. Sinclair Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florence E Sinclair Memorial Fund 4019863333 Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Florence E.…
FOSTER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Foster Foundation Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foster Foundation Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Foster Foundation Support Grant aims to create a thriving community for all,…
US $13,801 - US $76,945
Illinois Department of Aging · Rolling / Open Foundation
Foster Grandparent Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Aging Amount: US $13,801 - US $76,945 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Foster Grandparent Grant Program,…
$4.00 per hour (nontaxable stipend)
ROCKY MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Foster Grandparent Program Program Type: AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer opportunity Overview: The Foster Grandparent Program offers men and women, 55 years and older, the opportunity to mentor and…
SOUTHWEST INITIATIVE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Fostering Social Connection in Later Life, Paul and Alma Schwan Aging Trust Endowment Fund Fostering Social Connection in Later Life grants will support projects that provide southwest…
Varies
UPPER ARLINGTON COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation
Foundation Grants (General) Overview: The Upper Arlington Community Foundation awards grants four times each year to address community needs and to impact the lives of current and future generations…
PARTNERSHIP FOR BETTER HEALTH · Rolling / Open Foundation
Foundation Initiatives Purpose: Special investments beyond traditional grantmaking in which the Partnership identifies community health needs that are not currently being addressed by existing…
Four County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Four County Community Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Four County Community Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Four County Community Foundation Grant Program…
Up to $10,000
FOULKEWAYS AT GWYNEDD · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Frank Morgan Jones Fund Funder: Foulkeways at Gwynedd in partnership with University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing Overview: The Frank Morgan Jones Fund supports gerontological research at Penn…
Varies by year; $99,500-$100,000 distributed annually
FRASIER MEADOWS MANOR INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Frasier Community Resource Fund Funder: Frasier Meadows Manor Inc, Boulder, CO Overview: An endowment established in 2021 to support local nonprofit organizations serving older adults in Boulder…
FRED J BRUNNER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fred J. Brunner Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fred J. Brunner Foundation Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Fred J. Brunner Foundation Grant supports organizations that aid vulnerable…
US $5,000 - US $30,000
FRENCH FUND SAMUEL KATHERINE TUA · Rolling / Open Foundation
French Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Samuel H. French and Katherine Weaver French Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: April 19, 2025 Summary The Samuel H. French and Katherine…
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…
Up to $175,000
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:…
US $5,000 - US $15,000
BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fund for Columbia County: General Operating Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary…
$1,500,000
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…
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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