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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WESTERN COLORADO COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Resources for Housing Related Needs in Mesa County The Bray Cares Foundation supports organizations that operate within Mesa County to provide support for housing-related needs. Grant…

Fremont Area Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bridging Generations Fund Purpose: Make grants to benefit and enrich life for older adults in Newaygo County. Previous Name: Elderly Needs Fund (renamed in December 2020) Geographic Scope: Newaygo…

The Amazing X Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bridging Generations Fund Overview: Supporting organization of Fremont Area Community Foundation providing grants to benefit and enrich life for older adults and intergenerational programs. Formerly…

The Fremont Area Elderly Needs Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bridging Generations Fund Status: Active (name changed December 2020) Previous Name: Elderly Needs Fund Geographic Scope: Newaygo County, Michigan Focus Areas: Programs benefiting and enriching life…

Varies ($12,500 - $25,000 per award based on historical disbursements)
Brooks Gives Back Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Brooks Gives Back Annual Cash Awards Funder: Brooks Gives Back Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Geographic Scope: San Antonio, Texas - specifically serving zip codes 78235, 78223, and 78214…

UNITED WAY OF BUCKS COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bucks Knocks Out Hunger Status: Active signature anti-hunger initiative Geographic Scope: Bucks County, Pennsylvania Focus Areas: Food insecurity, hunger relief, home delivery of food to vulnerable…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE VIRGIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Forward Fund Geographic Scope: U.S. Virgin Islands Overview: The Building Forward Fund (BFF) is a donor-directed relief and recovery funding mechanism created by CFVI's Board of Directors in…

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

Bulk Fuel Assistance Grant Program Type: Heating Fuel Assistance Grant (Non-BGE) Funder: Fuel Fund of Maryland Inc Geographic Scope: Can assist households outside the BGE service territory Focus…

BURLINGTON CAPITAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Burlington Capital Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Burlington Capital Last Updated: February 01, 2026 Summary The Burlington Capital Foundation focuses on community-driven initiatives with…

BUSHROD H CAMPBELL & ADAH F HALL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bushrod H. Campbell and Adah F. Hall Charity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bushrod H. Campbell and Adah F. Hall Charity Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary…

REGION VII AREA AGENCY ON AGING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Call for Letters of Intent - Senior Services Funding Funder: Region VII Area Agency on Aging Geographic Scope: Region VII service area includes the following Michigan counties: Bay, Clare, Gladwin,…

Up to US $25,000
THE CALLISON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Callison Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Callison Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Callison Foundation Grant supports small organizations in…

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capital & Naming Rights Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: May 01, 2025 Summary The Capital & Naming Rights Grants support initiatives that enhance community…

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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