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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Jewish Federation of Greater Houston · Rolling / Open Foundation

Global Jewish Peoplehood Fund Organization: Jewish Federation of Greater Houston Purpose: Provides grants to programs and organizations that support and strengthen the people of Israel and the global…

GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GMF: Cycle 3 - Capital Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The GMF: Cycle 3 - Capital Support…

US $5,000 - US $100,000
GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GMF: Cycle 3 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Cycle 3…

$1,000,000 (total; individual grants vary)
GREATER MINNESOTA HOUSING FUND · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

GMHF Partner Organization Grants Status: Announced June 11, 2025; actively distributing funds Overview: GMHF announced $1,000,000 in one-time grants to housing organizations across Minnesota in…

SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Gormay Endowment Fund Overview: This fund provides funding for the annual Valentine's Celebration at Souderton Mennonite Homes. Focus Areas: Annual Valentine's Day celebration and programming for…

US $5,000 - US $50,000
THE GOULD CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gould Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gould Family Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: August 08, 2025 Summary The Gould Charitable Foundation Grant supports…

GOLDEN CIVIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grant Program Funder: Golden Civic Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Golden, Colorado and surrounding areas (Jefferson and Gilpin Counties) Organization Type: 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation Federal…

The Forest At Duke Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grantee Program Funder: The Forest at Duke Inc Geographic Scope: Durham, North Carolina and surrounding areas Program Description: Through the Grantee Program, The Forest at Duke has distributed…

JEWISH FOUNDATION OF GREATER NEW · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grants for the Jewish Elderly Overview: The Jewish Senior Task Force Initiative awards grants to various Jewish organizations and agencies for innovative projects and programs that enhance the…

CLARK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · November 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Grants to Clark County Area Nonprofit Organizations Geographic Scope: Clark County, Wisconsin Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations in Clark County area Focus Areas: Board Designated grants available…

GRANVILLE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Granville Community Foundation General Grant Program Geographic Scope: Granville, Ohio and surrounding Licking County area Overview: The Granville Community Foundation provides grants to support a…

UNITED WAY OF THE BAY AREA · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Greater Bay Area Central Coast Wildfire Relief Fund Status: Launched August 2020 for immediate and long-term recovery assistance Geographic Scope: 15 counties including Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin,…

Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation Grant…

NORTHWEST MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greenbush Area Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Northwest Minnesota Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Greenbush Area Community Fund offers…

City of Gresham · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gresham - Community Enhancement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Gresham Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Gresham Community Enhancement Grant, initiated in 2017, supports various projects…

THE GREY MUZZLE ORGANIZATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grey Muzzle Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grey Muzzle Organization Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Grey Muzzle Organization offers grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to improve the…

GRIGG-LEWIS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grigg-Lewis Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grigg Lewis Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Grigg-Lewis Foundation Grant supports projects benefiting residents of Eastern…

GRIMES - KING FOUNDATION FOR THE ELDERLY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grimes-King Foundation for the Elderly Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grimes King Foundation For The Elderly Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Grimes-King…

RESPITE CARE ASSOCIATION OF WISCONSIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Group Respite Grant Program Overview: Provides funding so agencies and organizations can hire respite care providers to offer on-site respite care so primary caregivers can partake in activities like…

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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