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
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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Responsive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Responsive Grants program by the Community Foundation of the…

ROCKY MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Program Type: AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer opportunity Overview: The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) matches retired men and women, 55 years and…

Illinois Department of Aging · Rolling / Open Foundation

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Aging Amount: US $21,731 - US $70,890 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Retired and Senior Volunteer…

REYNOLDS AND REYNOLDS EMPLOYEE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Reynolds and Reynolds Associate Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Reynolds And Reynolds Employee Foundation Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Reynolds and Reynolds Associate Foundation…

Rita and Alex Hillman Foundation · Rolling / Open State

Rita and Alex Hillman Foundation: Hillman Innovations in Care Program. Projects must address the health care needs of vulnerable populations in the areas of maternal and child care, care of older…

ROBERT AND RUTH K LEE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robert B. and Ruth K. Lee Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Robert B. and Ruth K. Lee Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: May 17, 2025 Summary The Robert B. and Ruth K.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robert G. Campbell Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Robert G. Campbell Community Fund, managed…

US $10,000 - US $20,000
KEOWN ROBERT J TUW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robert J. Keown Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: KEOWN ROBERT J TUW Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Robert J. Keown Trust, established in 1934, provides…

RJ MULLEN SR AND FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Robert J. Mullen Charitable Trust Amount: US $20,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The Robert J. Mullen Charitable…

ROBINSON-BROADHURST FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Robinson-Broadhurst Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Robinson-Broadhurst Foundation Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Robinson-Broadhurst Foundation, established in 1984, is dedicated…

ROCKBRIDGE COMMUNITY · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Rockbridge Community Health Foundation Grants Geographic Scope: Rockbridge County, Virginia (including Lexington and Buena Vista) Focus Areas: - Health and welfare improvements in the community -…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rosa Lee Jennings Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applications can be obtained from Wesley…

Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rotary Community Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Rotary Community Impact Grant, offered by the…

Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rotary Community Needs Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The Rotary Community Needs Grants, offered by the…

NORTH ST PAUL-MAPLEWOOD-OAKDALE ROTARY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Rotary Grants Funder: North St Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale Rotary Club Geographic Scope: Primarily North St Paul, Maplewood, and Oakdale communities Award Amount: Not specified General Information The…

NOTTINGHAM ROZELLA MEMORIAL CHAR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rozella Nottingham Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nottingham Rozella Memorial Char Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Rozella Nottingham Trust Grant supports charities in Ada County, Idaho,…

RETIREMENT RESEARCH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RRF: Research Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Retirement Research Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The RRF Foundation for Aging offers research grants aimed at improving the well-being…

US $10,000 - US $160,000
RETIREMENT RESEARCH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RRF: Responsive Grants - Advocacy Status: ACTIVE Funder: Retirement Research Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $160,000 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The Retirement Research Foundation…

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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