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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Award amounts vary based on quality and number of applicants
FRIENDSHIP FOUNDATION · February 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Seniors for Seniors Scholarship Funder: Friendship Foundation (VA, US) Overview: Friendship's Seniors for Seniors Scholarship celebrates the meaningful relationship between high school seniors and…

SENIOR SERVICES FOR NORTHERN CALIFORNIA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sequoia Living Unrestricted Fund Purpose: Supports areas of greatest need within all Sequoia Living communities and programs. Geographic Scope: All Sequoia Living communities and programs in the Bay…

OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Services for Older Adults Funder: Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Central Oklahoma (metro-based) Focus Area: Supporting services for older adults Overview: One of OCCF's…

OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Services for Older Adults Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma City Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: August 08, 2025 Summary The Services for Older Adults Grant…

SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sharing Fund Overview: Gifts to this fund are invested for the purpose of providing benevolent care to the residents of Dock Woods and The Willows of Living Branches who can no longer afford to pay…

SAN DIEGO SENIORS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sheriff's YANA (You Are Not Alone) Program Grants Funder: San Diego Seniors Community Foundation Overview: Grant funding provided to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department to support the YANA…

SHIRLEY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shirley Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shirley Charitable Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Shirley Charitable Foundation Grant…

US $10,000 - US $20,000
TW SIDNEY J HARRIS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sidney J. Harris Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sidney J. Harris Trust Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Sidney J. Harris Trust Grant supports…

GREENE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Silver Friends Golden Paws Senior Pet Care Overview: This grant program was created in memory of Roma Gordman, whose passion was animal welfare as related to senior pet owners. Grants go towards…

FUEL FUND OF MARYLAND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Silver Lights Program Type: Utility Assistance Grant for BGE Residential Customers Funder: Fuel Fund of Maryland Inc Geographic Scope: BGE service territory (Maryland) Focus Areas: Financial…

MABEL & ELLSWORTH SIMMONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Simmons Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mabel and Ellsworth Simmons Charitable Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Mabel and Ellsworth Simmons Charitable…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO · Rolling / Open Foundation

SLOCCF: General Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The SLOCCF General Grant Program, managed…

AARP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Small Dollar, Big Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: AARP Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Small Dollar, Big Impact Grants program in Wisconsin…

THE HARRY AND JEANETTE WEINBERG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…

THE HARRY AND JEANETTE WEINBERG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…

THE HARRY AND JEANETTE WEINBERG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…

$8,000 - $12,000 per award
CATHOLIC COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Social Impact Grant Program Status: Active (redesigned from Community Priorities Program) Geographic Scope: Minnesota (Twin Cities area) Focus Areas: Three rotating annual priorities: 1. Elderly…

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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