Older Adults: Pathways Grants & Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Connecticut Community Foundation…
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.
Older Americans Act (OAA) Title III Grants Funder: Agency on Aging of South Central (AOASCC) Geographic Scope: South Central Connecticut (CT, US) Purpose: Provides funding to local entities working…
Older Americans Act Title III-B Funding Funder: Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging Inc (Trellis) Geographic Scope: Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area, Minnesota Program Type: Federal Older…
Older Americans Act Title III-C Funding Funder: Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging Inc (Trellis) Geographic Scope: Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area, Minnesota Program Type: Federal Older…
Older Americans Act Title III-D Funding Funder: Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging Inc (Trellis) Geographic Scope: Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area, Minnesota Program Type: Federal Older…
Older Americans Act Title III-E Funding Funder: Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging Inc (Trellis) Geographic Scope: Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan area, Minnesota Program Type: Federal Older…
Older Individuals with Blindness (OIB) Grant Funder: Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (awarded to The Independence Center) Program Type: Direct service grant to The IC (not a…
Operation Round Up Grant Program Funder: Clay Electric Foundation Inc Program Description: The Clay Electric Foundation approves grants throughout the year from the Operation Round Up program. This…
Organizational Capacity Building Grants - Standard OCB Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Retirement Research Foundation Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Retirement Research Foundation offers…
Organizational Capacity Building Grants: OCB Flexible Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Retirement Research Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The…
Oscar Rennebohm Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oscar Rennebohm Foundation Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Oscar Rennebohm Foundation Grant aims to enhance education, health care,…
Other Legal Services Grants (Zone Grants) Funder: Pennsylvania IOLTA Board Overview: These are competitive grants that support the delivery of specialized legal services to targeted groups of people.…
Paddock Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jerome and Mildred Paddock Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Paddock Foundation Grant, established by the Jerome and Mildred…
Palm Beach County Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Grant Funder: Palm Beach County Department of Housing and Economic Development (DHED), Mortgage and Housing Investments (MHI) Division, State…
PATH Flexible Funding Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Path Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The PATH Foundation offers Flexible Funding Grants of up to…
Pattern Panhandle Wind Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Pattern Panhandle Wind Competitive Grant…
Paul and Alma Schwan Aging Trust Endowment Fund Program Type: Endowment fund supporting aging in place and social connection for older adults Geographic Scope: Southwest Minnesota region Focus Areas:…
Penn Medicine CAREs Grant Program Overview: A community-focused grant program designed to recognize and support volunteer-led initiatives that address social determinants of health and improve…
Perkins-Ponder Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perkins-Ponder Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Perkins-Ponder Foundation Grant supports charitable…
Petree Grant Purpose: Support the care of children, youth, the aging or needy, and disadvantaged Geographic Scope: Oklahoma Eligibility: - Institutions, agencies, and nonprofit corporations - Must be…
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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