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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MASONIC HOME OF MISSOURI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Widows Program Overview: Helps the Masonic Home stay connected to honored Masonic widows. When the Masonic Home learns of a Masonic widow, special recognition and ongoing contact is provided.…

THE SCAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Wildfire Recovery Fund Funder: The SCAN Foundation Recipient: California Community Foundation Award Year: 2025 Geographic Scope: California Strategic Priority: Special Projects Overview Older adults…

W J BRACE CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

William J. Brace Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: W J Brace Charitable Trust Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The William J. Brace Charitable Trust Grant supports educational,…

US $1,000 - US $50,000
GARY E MILGARD FAMILY FOUNDATION- · Rolling / Open Foundation

Windows of Hope Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gary E Milgard Family Foundation Sunshine Amount: US $1,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Windows of Hope Foundation…

WINDSOR ROTARY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Windsor Rotary Community Foundation General Grant Program Funder: Windsor Rotary Community Foundation (CA, US) Status: Active - rolling applications accepted year-round Geographic Scope: Greater…

US $14,000 - US $25,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SERVING WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Winter Grant Cycle - Elderly Funds Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia Amount: US $14,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: July 23, 2025 Summary The Winter Grant Cycle for…

EMPLOY MILWAUKEE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WISE (Wisconsin Senior Employment) Overview: WISE provides unemployed adults aged 55 and older with part-time, paid work experience in community service organizations. On-the-job experience helps…

MAIN STREET COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women & Girls’ Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Main Street Community Foundation Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The Women & Girls’ Fund, established by the Main Street Community…

Varies annually; historical awards: $9,000 (2017), $18,000 (2018), $23,625 (2019)
THE HOSPICE FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA SUNCOAST INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women's Giving Network Micro-Grants Organization: Suncoast Hospice Foundation / Empath Health Program Type: Membership-based philanthropic giving network that pools donations to award micro-grants to…

WOODMONT CHRISTIAN CHURCH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woodmont Christian Church: Outreach Ministry Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: WOODMONT CHRISTIAN CHURCH Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Woodmont Christian Church Outreach Ministry Grant aims…

PARKERSBURG AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WV Central Federal Credit Union's Day of Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The WV Central Federal Credit Union's Day of…

West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture, and History · Rolling / Open Foundation

WV Culture: Creative Aging for Lifelong Learning (CALL) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture, and History Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: April 29, 2025…

Up to US $5,000
YAMPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WZ Giving Circle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yampa Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 07, 2025 Summary The WZ Giving Circle, supported by the Yampa Valley…

YALE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yale Appliance Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Yale Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Yale Appliance Foundation Grant supports 501c3…

Varies (e.g., $30,000 - $110,000+ total distributed)
CULPEPER WELLNESS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Year-End Emergency Grants Funder: Culpeper Wellness Foundation Inc (VA, US) Status: Active - Awarded periodically when the Foundation has unspent funds Award Amount: Varies year to year ($30,000 to…

SAINT THERESE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Volunteer Scholarships Funder: Saint Therese (MN, US) Overview: Saint Therese recognizes the dedication and compassion of teenage volunteers through annual Youth Volunteer Scholarships. The…

SAINT THERESE OF NEW HOPE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Youth Volunteer Scholarships Funder: Saint Therese of New Hope (MN, US) Overview: Saint Therese recognizes the dedication and compassion of teenage volunteers through annual Youth Volunteer…

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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