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
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 · May 1, 2026 State

FY27 Caregiver Support To assist Planning and Service Areas, in providing multifaceted systems of support services for: (1) Family caregivers; and (2) older relative caregivers. Services to be…

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…

GEORGE EDGAR CURTIS HOME FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

George E. Curtis Charitable Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The George E. Curtis Charitable Fund Last Updated: June 12, 2025 Summary The George E. Curtis Charitable Fund Grants support low-income…

THE GEORGE H NETTLETON HOME INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

George H. Nettleton Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: George H. Nettleton Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The George H. Nettleton Foundation Grant aims…

Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation Division (HFRD) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Georgia Civil Money Penalty Reinvestment Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation Division (HFRD) Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Georgia Civil Money Penalty…

ANN ARBOR AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Glacier Hills Legacy Fund Golden Opportunities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The Glacier Hills Legacy Fund Golden…

US $500 - US $50,000
GLASER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Glaser Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Glaser Foundation Inc Amount: US $500 - US $50,000 Last Updated: April 13, 2025 Summary The Glaser Foundation Grants focus on direct services primarily…

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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