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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Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church · Rolling / Open Foundation

Heart of Steamboat Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The Heart of Steamboat…

HELEN GERTRUDE SPARKS CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Helen Gertrude Sparks Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Helen Gertrude Sparks Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: June 22, 2025 Summary The Helen Gertrude Sparks…

LILLIAN R WARDMAN IRR TR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Helen Wardman Naselli Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Helen Wardman Naselli Memorial Fund Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Helen Wardman Naselli…

Community Foundation of Harfor · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Help Your Neighbor Fund Geographic Scope: Harford County, Maryland Purpose: Provides emergency financial assistance to senior citizens, families, and individuals in need in Harford County.…

ELEVATE CHARITIES · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Helping our HeritAge Program Mission: To assist seniors in need by providing financial support for essential items and services that bridge the gap between what the healthcare system provides and…

ELEVATE CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Helping our HeritAge Scholarship Program Mission: To assist outstanding nursing aides and nursing assistants advance their clinical abilities and education in senior-focused healthcare by providing…

LANGE BURK FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Henrietta Lange Burk Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lange Burk Fund Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Henrietta Lange Burk Fund Grant supports arts, culture, education, and health care…

THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Henrietta Tower Wurts Memorial Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Philadelphia Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The Henrietta Tower Wurts Memorial…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Henry L. Hillman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Henry L. Hillman Foundation Grant supports innovative projects aimed at…

24 days of professional Adult Day Center care
HILARITY FOR CHARITY INC · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

HFC Caregiver Respite Program - Adult Day Center Respite Grant Purpose: Cover the cost of professional Adult Day Center care so caregivers can take time for themselves while ensuring quality care for…

100 hours of professional in-home care
HILARITY FOR CHARITY INC · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

HFC Caregiver Respite Program - In-Home Respite Grant Purpose: Cover the cost of professional, in-home care so caregivers can take time for themselves while ensuring quality care for their loved one…

HEALTH FOUNDATION FOR WESTERN & CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: We receive a majority of requests for funding through programs we design with input from our local communities and a formal Request for Proposals process. But because we value hearing…

HIGHLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Highland Area Community Foundation General Grant Program Funder: Highland Area Community Foundation (HACF) Geographic Scope: Highland Community Unit School District, St. Jacob and Marine townships,…

Highland Park Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Highland Park Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Highland Park Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Highland Park Community…

CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA FOOD BANK · Rolling / Open Foundation

Highmark Blue Shield Grant for Senior Hunger Programs Funder: Highmark Blue Shield Amount: $35,000 Focus Areas: - Senior hunger relief programs - ElderShare program expansion - Increasing awareness…

Houston Junior Forum Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HJF Community Grants Program Overview: Provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations that share a common philanthropic vision for assistance to the Houston community. Geographic Scope: Greater…

Houston Junior Forum Endowment Fund Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HJF Community Grants Program Funder: Houston Junior Forum Program Established: 2010 Geographic Scope: Houston community, TX Total Funding Provided: In excess of $1,000,000 granted to nonprofit…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE VIRGIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hodge Senior Citizens Assistance Fund Geographic Scope: U.S. Virgin Islands Eligibility: - Seniors aged 60 and above - Needing emergency assistance Overview: Seniors aged 60 and above needing…

Up to $31,000 total distributed
SAN DIEGO SENIORS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Holiday Mini-Grants Funder: San Diego Seniors Community Foundation Overview: Holiday-focused mini-grants designed to bring joy and connection to socially isolated seniors during the holiday season,…

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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