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
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily
Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Adult Protective Services Technology Modernization Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Amount: US $1,045 - US $44,639 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Adult…

Full scholarship
ADAMS COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Adult Scholarship Overview: Full scholarships are available to senior residents (+62) of Adams County. Geographic Scope: Adams County, PA Eligibility: - Senior residents age 62 and older - Residents…

HEALTHPATH FOUNDATION OF OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Advancing Oral Health Equity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Healthpath Foundation of Ohio Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary Overview HealthPath Foundation of Ohio…

KENDAL CHARITABLE FUNDS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Affiliate Grant Program Purpose: Provide grants within the Kendal System to Kendal affiliates to engage, partner with and support their efforts in the wider community around aging issues. Geographic…

Varies
SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agape Fund Overview: Gifts to this fund are invested for the purpose of providing benevolent care to residents of Souderton Mennonite Homes who can no longer afford to pay the full cost of their…

$25,000 (awarded to Mountrail Bethel Home, 2026)
Mountrail Bethel Home Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AgCountry Farm Credit Services Rural Community Grant Fund Funder: AgCountry Farm Credit Services, Farm Credit Services of Mandan, and AgriBank Status: Currently accepting applications Geographic…

City of Boston · Rolling / Open Foundation

Age Strong Rolling Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Boston Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The Age Strong Rolling Grant Program, managed by the City of Boston’s…

FRANKLIN COUNTY AREA UNITED WAY INC · October 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Funding Application Funder: Franklin County Area United Way Inc (Missouri, US) Geographic Scope: Franklin County area Focus Areas: Health and human services that: - Strengthen families -…

United Way of Wilson County & the Upper Cumberland · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agency Funding Application Funder: United Way of Wilson County & the Upper Cumberland Geographic Scope: Wilson County and Upper Cumberland region, Tennessee Overview: United Way provides funding to…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aging Adults Program Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation For Northeast Florida Inc Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The Aging Adults Program…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aging Services Leadership Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: US $50,000 - US $80,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Aging Services Leadership…

AREA AGENCY ON AGING FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agnes Laitinen Unmet Needs Crisis Fund Organization: Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida Geographic Scope: Southwest Florida Focus Areas: Crisis assistance for older adults and adults with…

Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIE  Arts for Lifelong Learning Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Heritage Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The AIE Arts for Lifelong Learning Mini-Grants…

Alabama Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alabama Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alabama Department of Health Last Updated: June 26, 2025 Summary The Alabama Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Funds are aimed at…

Alaska Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alaska Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Department of Health Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Alaska Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Funds aim to enhance the…

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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