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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HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Senior Homeowner Repair Grants Funder: Healthy Neighborhoods Inc (HNI) Geographic Scope: Select neighborhoods in Baltimore City Award Amount: Up to $10,000 for homeowner repairs Eligible…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ST JOSEPH COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senior Living Initiative Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of St. Joseph County Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Senior Living Initiative Grant Program aims to enhance…

CULTIVATE KANSAS CITY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Senior Market Match Funder: Cultivate KC Overview: A nutrition incentive match program that supplements the federal Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). Provides coupons to eligible…

COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF SOUTH CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senior Minor Home Repair Purpose: Assist seniors with minor updates, code compliance, and safety needs. Eligibility: - Age 60 years or older - Income qualified Types of Repairs Covered: - Railings -…

DELTA DENTAL COMMUNITY CARE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Senior Oral Health Partnership Through this grant opportunity, The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation will dedicate up to $5 million in grant funding over five years to a collaborative…

$5 million over five years (Mississippi Delta expansion announced May 2025)
DELTA DENTAL OF DELAWARE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Funder: Delta Dental Community Care Foundation Geographic Scope: 15-state enterprise and Washington, D.C. (AL, CA, DE, DC, FL, GA, LA, MD, MS, MT, NV, NY, PA,…

$5 million (additional commitment over next five years for Mississippi Delta expansion; multi-year program)
DELTA DENTAL OF WEST VIRGINIA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Funder: Delta Dental Community Care Foundation Geographic Scope: 15-state enterprise and Washington, D.C.; expanding to Mississippi Delta region Focus Areas: -…

$5 million commitment over next five years (recent expansion to Mississippi Delta region); multi-year program
DELTA DENTAL OF PENNSYLVANIA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Funder: Delta Dental Community Care Foundation Mission: Address the oral health crisis among older adults in the United States, particularly in underserved…

$5 million over five years (latest expansion to Mississippi Delta region)
DELTA DENTAL OF CALIFORNIA · Rolling / Open · Multi-year Foundation

Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Funder: Delta Dental Community Care Foundation Geographic Scope: 15-state and Washington, D.C. enterprise; specifically expanded to Mississippi Delta region (as…

$5 million committed over next five years (most recent expansion to Mississippi Delta Region); multi-year program
DELTA DENTAL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Funder: Delta Dental Community Care Foundation Geographic Scope: 15-state and Washington, D.C. enterprise; recent expansion to Mississippi Delta Region Focus…

$5 million over five years (most recent expansion to Mississippi Delta region)
DELTA DENTAL OF NEW YORK INC · Rolling / Open · Multi-year Foundation

Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Funder: Delta Dental Community Care Foundation Geographic Scope: 15-state enterprise and Washington, D.C. (AL, CA, DE, DC, FL, GA, LA, MD, MS, MT, NV, NY, PA,…

SANTA BARBARA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senior Programs of Santa Barbara Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Senior Programs of Santa Barbara…

SHALOM PROPERTIES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senior Saves Heating Assistance Program Funder: Boston Mayor's Office of Housing/Boston Home Center, administered through NOAH Status: Currently accepting applications Geographic Scope: East Boston,…

COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF SOUTH CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senior Transportation Purpose: Help Calhoun County residents access services and activities that enhance dignity, support independence and encourage community involvement. Eligibility: - Age 60 years…

COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF SOUTH CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senior Volunteer Opportunity (Foster Grandparent Program) Purpose: Enable low-income senior citizens to love, nurture, and educate at-risk and special needs children in school or childcare…

CHARTERCARE FOUNDATION · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Senior Wellness & Safety Grant Purpose: Supports programs addressing health, wellness, safety, and abuse prevention for senior residents in Rhode Island. Geographic Scope: Rhode Island Eligible…

C $1,000 - C $25,000
Ontario Government: Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seniors Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ontario Government: Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility Amount: C $1,000 - C $25,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Seniors Community…

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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