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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Capital Impact Partners · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to provide direct financing for projects that enable older adults to age in their communities, as well as those that transform the long-term care system. Financing will…

RESPITE CARE ASSOCIATION OF WISCONSIN · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Caregiver Respite Grant Program Overview: Provides financial support for family caregivers for up to 5 days of respite care within 30 days of application approval. Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Key…

CARL W & CARRIE MAE JOSLYN CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carl W. & Carrie Mae Joslyn Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carl W. & Carrie Mae Joslyn Trust Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Carl W. & Carrie Mae Joslyn…

Carolina Foothills Foundation · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Carolina Foothills Foundation Annual Grant Cycle Geographic Focus: Rutherford County and Polk County, North Carolina Mission Areas: Elder care, youth development, and wellness Grant Year: July 1 -…

BJH FOUNDATION FOR SENIOR SERVICES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carolina Foundation for Jewish Seniors Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carolina Foundation for Jewish Seniors Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Carolina Foundation for…

CAROLINE J S SANDERS TD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caroline J. S. Sanders Trust 1 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Caroline J S Sanders Trust U D Amount: US $2,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Caroline J. S. Sanders Trust 1…

SANDERS CAROLINE J S TD NO 2 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caroline J. S. Sanders Trust 2 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Caroline J.S. Sanders Trust 2 Amount: US $3,000 - US $7,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Caroline J. S. Sanders Trust 2 Grant…

THE FOUNDATION OF ST MARY'S · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carondelet Community Fund Grants Funder: The Foundation of St. Mary's Healthcare Overview: The Carondelet Community Fund provides grant funding to local not-for-profit agencies serving the community…

CARRIE MORTON BROWN FOUNDATION XXXXX0003 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carrie M. Brown Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carrie Morton Brown Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Carrie M. Brown Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations…

BOWLING GREEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

CDBG Elderly Home Repair Overview: Funds the repair or replacement of substandard systems for eligible homeowners age 62 and older. Geographic Scope: Property must be located within the Bowling Green…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Central Christian Church Fund Award Range: $1,000 - $5,000 Geographic Scope: Chemung County Eligible Organizations: Protestant governed human service organizations Funding Priorities: - Child care…

Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Indiana Senior Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Central Indiana Senior Fund Grant aims to enhance the quality of…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Minnesota Arts Board- Arts Access Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 06, 2025 Summary The Central Minnesota Arts Board (CMAB)…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL MO · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCM: Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Missouri Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Central Missouri (CFCM) offers the…

US $500 - US $5,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFMC Competitive Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middlesex County Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The CFMC Competitive Grant Cycle…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFMC: Community Enrichment Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $6,500 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Community…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MADISON AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFMJC: Competitive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFNV Community Investment Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Amount: US $15,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The CFNV 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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