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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LOWER MANHATTAN CULTURAL COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

SU-CASA Arts Center Residency Program Overview: An artist-in-residence program providing teaching artists with the opportunity to lead workshops and community programs at LMCC's Arts Center and…

US $8,000
New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

SU-CASA Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) Amount: US $8,000 Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary The SU-CASA Grant is a 3-month program placing local artists…

NEXTFIFTY INITIATIVE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_  * _Letter of Inquiry - This deadline represents when the applicant would need to schedule a call with Next50 staff by emailing the Foundation. The application is short, but it is…

RESPITE CARE ASSOCIATION OF WISCONSIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supplemental Respite Grant Program (SRGP) Overview: Supports family caregivers by funding supplemental respite services. Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Allowable Expenses: - Qualified home modifications…

THE SWAN SOCIETY IN BOSTON INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Swan Society in Boston: Agency Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Swan Society in Boston Last Updated: July 02, 2025 Summary The S.W.A.N. Society in Boston provides financial assistance through individual…

SWINDELLS CHAR FDN TR UW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Swindells Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Swindells Charitable Foundation Last Updated: August 04, 2024 Summary The Swindells Charitable Foundation Grant supports the relief of…

KIWANIS FOUNDATION OF TAMPA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Tampa Kiwanis Foundation Community Grants Amount: $2,500 - $10,000 (Foundation prioritizes funding requests within this range) Geographic Scope: Hillsborough County/Tampa Bay area, Florida Focus…

THE TAYLOR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Taylor Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Taylor Foundation Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Taylor Foundation, established in 2012, is committed to supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit…

GREATER NORTHWEST KANSAS COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

TEFFI Seed Grant Opportunity Purpose: Support the economic revitalization of Kansas communities under 5,000 population through investments in quality-of-life initiatives. Award Amount: $5,000 -…

US $3,000 - US $7,500
Teichert Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teichert Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Teichert Foundation Amount: US $3,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Teichert Foundation Grant supports organizations in…

Tennessee Housing Development Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tennessee Housing Trust Fund Competitive Grants (TN) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tennessee Housing Development Agency Amount: US $200,000 - US $600,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Tennessee…

TERESA HUGHES TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teresa F. Hughes Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Teresa F. Hughes Trust Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Teresa F. Hughes Trust Grant provides financial assistance to qualified elderly…

Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Terry Fulmer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nurses Educational Funds Inc. Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applicants MUST have a minimum of two semesters of study…

THE LYME FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Ackerly Fund Funder: The Lyme Foundation Inc (NH, US) Geographic Scope: Lyme, New Hampshire Background Made in memory of longtime Lyme residents Bill and Fran Ackerly. Focus Areas Supports…

Approximately US $20,000
THE ANDRES MEMORIAL TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Andres Memorial Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Andres Memorial Trust Amount: Approximately US $20,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Andres Memorial Trust Grant, established…

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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