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.

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CENTRAL MINNESOTA COUNCIL ON AGING INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Title III Grants (Older Americans Act) Administrator: Central Minnesota Council on Aging (CMCOA) Background: The Older Americans Act was signed into law on July 14, 1965. The original act created the…

SPRINGWELL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Title III-B Community Grants Funder: Springwell Inc (MA, US) Overview: Request for Proposals under Title III-B of the Older Americans Act for funding to support community-based services for older…

PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Title III-B Legal Services Overview: Part of the Aging Services RFP for FY 2024-2026. Funding for legal services for seniors through the Older Americans Act. Funding Period: FY 2024-2026 Geographic…

PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Title III-B Senior Center Services Overview: Part of the Aging Services RFP for FY 2024-2026. Funding for senior center services through the Older Americans Act. Funding Period: FY 2024-2026…

Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Title III-B Supportive Services Funder: Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging Inc (MNRAAA) Geographic Scope: 27 counties in southwest Minnesota: Big Stone, Blue Earth, Brown, Chippewa, Cottonwood,…

PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Title III-B Supportive Services Overview: Part of the Aging Services RFP for FY 2024-2026. Funding for supportive services for seniors through the Older Americans Act. Funding Period: FY 2024-2026…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA AREA AGENCY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Title III-B Supportive Services Grant Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Area Agency on Aging (SEMAAA) Program Type: Federal Older Americans Act funds Geographic Scope: Eleven counties of Southeastern…

Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Title III-C Congregate Meals and Home Delivered Meals Funder: Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging Inc (MNRAAA) Geographic Scope: 27 counties in southwest Minnesota: Big Stone, Blue Earth, Brown,…

PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Title III-C Home Delivered & Congregate Meals Overview: Part of the Aging Services RFP for FY 2024-2026. Funding for home-delivered and congregate meal programs for seniors through the Older…

Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Title III-D Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Funder: Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging Inc (MNRAAA) Geographic Scope: 27 counties in southwest Minnesota: Big Stone, Blue Earth, Brown,…

PURCHASE AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Title III-D EBP Health Promotion Overview: Part of the Aging Services RFP for FY 2024-2026. Funding for evidence-based health promotion programs for seniors through the Older Americans Act. Funding…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA AREA AGENCY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Title III-D Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Grant Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Area Agency on Aging (SEMAAA) Program Type: Federal Older Americans Act funds Geographic Scope: Eleven…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA AREA AGENCY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Title III-E National Family Caregiver Support Grant Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Area Agency on Aging (SEMAAA) Program Type: Federal Older Americans Act funds Geographic Scope: Eleven counties of…

Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Title III-E National Family Caregiver Support Services Funder: Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging Inc (MNRAAA) Geographic Scope: 27 counties in southwest Minnesota: Big Stone, Blue Earth, Brown,…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Together We Thrive: Del Mar Grants for Older Adults Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Together We Thrive: Del Mar Grants for Older Adults,…

TOLEDO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Toledo Rotary Club Foundation: Traditional Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Toledo Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The Toledo Rotary Club Foundation…

THE TONY ROBBINS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tony Robbins Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Anthony Robbins Foundation (The Tony Robbins Foundation) Last Updated: February 27, 2024 Summary The Tony Robbins Foundation Grant aims to empower…

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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