Grants for Seniors

Last updated October 3, 2026

Grantable tracks 902 active grants for seniors in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 16 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 397 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 902; from 643 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $10K–$90K
Total listed funding: $118.5M; across 397 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 22; 37 with a published date

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Theodore Edson Parker Foundation: Mini Grant Theodore Edson Parker Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Theodore Edson Parker Foundation offers mini grants up to $7,500 to support organizations addressing community needs in Lowell, Massachusetts.	Not published	Up to $8K
Senior Centers Maryland Department of Aging · State Not published · Varies Senior Centers serve as focal points in the community for education, recreation, socialization, nutrition, and health promotion to improve older Marylanders’ quality of life.	Not published	Varies
Immanuel Vision Foundation Grants Immanuel Community Vision Foundation · Foundation Not published · $75K The Immanuel Vision Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) nonprofits that align with their mission of meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of seniors, enhancing community health, and supporting the ministry of the Church.	Not published	$75K
Access for All Florida State Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program focused on increasing accessibility and inclusion for visitors with diverse abilities and special needs at Florida State Parks.	Not published	Varies
Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust Grant Main Street Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust Grant supports health and well-being initiatives for Southington residents through 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP) for the Elderly The Agricultural and Labor Program Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides emergency home energy assistance for elderly individuals. Applications may be submitted through the same application process as LIHEAP.	Not published	Varies
Federal Senior Companion Program Grant State Match Illinois Department of Aging · Foundation Not published · Varies The Federal Senior Companion Program Grant State Match, facilitated by the Illinois Department of Aging, supports government and nonprofit organizations currently receiving AmeriCorps Senior funding.	Not published	Varies
Fall Field of Interest Grants: Health & Human Services- Healthy Youth and Healthy Seniors Endowment Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Fall Field of Interest Grants from the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation aim to enhance the health of youth and seniors in Michigan.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Transit Grant - Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program (ND) North Dakota Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program (ND) aims to improve transportation options for seniors and individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
The Washington Home Grant The Washington Home Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $300K The Washington Home Grant supports innovative programs aimed at improving the quality of life for older adults and terminally ill residents in the Washington, D.C. area.	Not published	$50K – $300K
Yale Appliance Foundation Grant Yale Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Yale Appliance Foundation Grant supports 501c3 nonprofits focused on aiding veterans, the elderly, minors, and the homeless in the Boston area.	Not published	Up to $10K
Charlotte CF Senior/Elder Support Fund Charlotte Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Giving back to the community through grant making is one way how we fulfill our mission of “Connecting People Who Care with Causes that Matter”.	Not published	Varies
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Base Grant Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) · Foundation Not published · Varies The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Base Grant aims to empower Medicare-eligible individuals through outreach, counseling, and education.	Not published	Varies
Douglas-Dornan Fund Grant Juneau Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200 – $5K The Douglas-Dornan Fund Grant, established in honor of Brian Douglas and Wythe Dornan, aims to enhance the health, education, and welfare of individuals in Southeast Alaska.	Not published	$200 – $5K
Jewish Community Fund (JCF) Foundation for Jewish Day Schools of Greater Philadelphia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jewish Community Fund is the core of the Jewish Federation's Annual Campaign and provides unrestricted dollars to support institutions that promote Jewish engagement and support those in need locally, in Israel and around the world.	Not published	Varies
Title III Grants (Older Americans Act) Central Minnesota Council on Aging Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Winter Grant Cycle- Thomas P. and Lewise S. Parsley Fund Grant Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Winter Grant Cycle from the Thomas P. and Lewise S. Parsley Fund supports essential community initiatives in Western Virginia.	Not published	Varies
Jewish Community Fund (JCF) Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jewish Community Fund is the core of the Jewish Federation's Annual Campaign. These are unrestricted dollars used to support institutions that promote Jewish engagement and support those in need locally, in Israel and around the world.	Not published	Varies
Small Dollar, Big Impact Grants AARP Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Small Dollar, Big Impact Grants program in Wisconsin invites applications for innovative community projects aimed at enhancing local livability.	Not published	Up to $1K
Community Foundation of Randolph County Grants Community Foundation of Randolph County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Randolph County provides grants to enhance the capacity of local non-profit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Older Individuals with Blindness (OIB) Grant Colorado Springs Independence Center · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Thief River Falls Area Community Fund (TRFACF) Northwest Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A component fund of the Northwest Minnesota Foundation providing grant funding to organizations in the Thief River Falls area. Operated by a local advisory board to support community-identified priorities.	Not published	Varies
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grant Max & Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation offers grants to support diverse initiatives, including museums, educational programs, and environmental activities.	Not published	$1K – $20K
Senior Nutrition- Home Delivered Meals Maryland Department of Aging · State Not published · Varies The Senior Home Delivered Meals Nutrition Program provides meals, nutrition assessment, and coordination of nutrition services for older adults who cannot independently leave their homes and are unable to prepare healthful meals.	Not published	Varies

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About 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for seniors award?

Of the 902 grants for seniors Grantable lists as of October 3, 2026, 397 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $90K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for seniors?

By number of open listings, the most active funders are Maryland Department of Aging (22), Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) (13), National Institutes of Health (10), The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg (9), and The Scan Foundation (8). In all, 643 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

When are grants for seniors due?

Of 902 grants listed, 22 accept applications on a rolling basis, 37 have a published upcoming deadline, 198 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 645 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in October–December.

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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