Small Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 22, 2026

Grantable tracks 763 active small grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 40 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 669 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 763; from 529 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $2,500–$10K
Total listed funding: $11.1M; across 669 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 23; 47 with a published date

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Luzerne Foundation: Millennium Circle Fund Grant The Luzerne Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Millennium Circle Fund, established by donors at The Luzerne Foundation, aims to identify and address unmet community needs in Luzerne County through grants.	Not published	Up to $25K
Rotary Community Needs Grants Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Rotary Community Needs Grants, offered by the Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs, aim to support local 501(c)3 organizations, schools, and government agencies in Routt County.	Not published	Up to $2K
The Sunflower Grant Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Sunflower Grant supports grassroots organizations in Oregon with funding ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, typically between $4,000 and $7,000 annually.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Community Mini Grants Delta Dental of Michigan · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Delta Dental Foundation's Community Mini Grants provide up to $10,000 to local nonprofits promoting oral health care in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana.	Not published	Up to $10K
CFNCW: Methow Valley Fund Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · $3K – $7K The CFNCW: Methow Valley Fund Grant supports local nonprofit organizations in the Methow Valley, focusing on health services, education, arts, and environmental projects.	Not published	$3K – $7K
AgWest Farm Credit Rural Community Grants AgWest Farm Credit · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K AgWest Farm Credit offers the Rural Community Grants program aimed at enhancing the economic and social well-being of rural communities in the western United States.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Brown Rudnick Community Grants Brown Rudnick Charitable Foundation Corp · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Brown Rudnick Community Grants program aims to support front-line educational workers in underserved communities across cities like Boston and New York.	Not published	Up to $2K
United Way of St Johns and Putnam Counties: Strategic Grant United Way of St Johns and Putnam Counties · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The United Way of St. Johns and Putnam Counties offers a Strategic Grant Fund aimed at empowering smaller nonprofit organizations that are often overlooked for traditional funding.	Not published	Up to $8K
JLSA Community Grant Program Junior League of San Antonio Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The JLSA Community Grant Program, operated by the Junior League of San Antonio, aims to support organizations and initiatives that align with its mission of promoting voluntarism and improving the community.	Not published	Up to $3K
J. J. Keller Foundation Small Grant J J Keller Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The J. J. Keller Foundation Small Grant aims to support nonprofit organizations that address the needs of vulnerable populations in Northeast Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $25K
Arts Education and Public Engagement Grants (For organizations or projects with budgets up to $50,000) Onion Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $23K The Arts Education and Public Engagement Grants by The Onion Foundation support organizations in Maine with budgets up to $50,000.	Not published	Up to $23K
Warren County Community Foundation Grant: Under $2,500 Warren County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Warren County Community Foundation offers grants of $2,500 or less to support community-focused projects in Warren County, Indiana. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and civic groups.	Not published	Up to $3K
Access To Recreation Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln · Foundation Not published · Varies The Access To Recreation Endowment Fund Grant, managed by the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln, supports nonprofit organizations in Sangamon County that provide accessible recreation programs for individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
NTHC Grants - Two Annual Cycles Networking to Help Children Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The NTHC Grants program supports nonprofits serving children and families in Palm Beach County through two annual funding cycles. Each cycle awards $2,500 to five selected organizations, totaling $25,000 in annual grants.	Not published	$3K
Seize the Moment Fund-Cloud County Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 The Seize the Moment Fund-Cloud County, managed by the Greater Salina Community Foundation, aims to enhance community quality of life through small grants ranging from $250 to $500.	Not published	$250 – $500
Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Program Grants - Education The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies This program was created to provide support to small nonprofits with an annual operating budget of $500,000 or less that provide direct services to low-income individuals and families in Baltimore City.	Not published	Varies
Kinsman Foundation Small Grants The Kinsman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Kinsman Foundation Small Grants program supports projects that benefit the public in Oregon and southern Washington, focusing on historic preservation and native wildlife rehabilitation.	Not published	Up to $5K
CFMC: Small (Opportunity) Grants Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The CFMC's Small Opportunity Grants program supports urgent community needs in Monterey County with funding typically ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.	Not published	$5K – $20K
C3F: Mini Grants (formerly SUN Fund) Charlevoix County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $2K The C3F Mini Grants, offered by the Charlevoix County Community Foundation, support small-scale projects that address unexpected needs or enhance organizational capacity.	Not published	$250 – $2K
Nexus Grant City Of Austin · State Not published · $5K The Nexus Grant, administered by the City of Austin's Cultural Arts Division, offers $5,000 to support local artists, cultural groups, and small organizations.	Not published	$5K
SD CECO Grants San Diego County Employees Charitable Organization · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The San Diego County Employees Charitable Organization (CECO) offers grants to local non-profit organizations, supporting community initiatives since 1956.	Not published	Up to $10K
Onslow Caring Communities Foundation Grants North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $750 – $5K The Onslow Caring Communities Foundation Grants, managed by the North Carolina Community Foundation, aim to support nonprofit organizations in Onslow County.	Not published	$750 – $5K
General Competitive Grants Community Foundation for Oceana County · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
George T. Welch Community Grant George T Welch Testamentary Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The George T. Welch Community Grant offers funding up to $4,000 to enhance the quality of life in Walla Walla County. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with a valid IRS 501(c)(3) status.	Not published	Up to $4K

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About small grants for nonprofits

Small grants are lower-dollar awards — often a few hundred to a few thousand dollars — designed to be accessible to grassroots, volunteer-run, and emerging nonprofits. They usually carry lighter applications and reporting than large grants, making them a practical entry point for organizations new to grant funding. Small grants are well suited to discrete projects, equipment, or filling a specific budget gap.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do small grants for nonprofits award?

Of the 763 small grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 22, 2026, 669 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $10K. The largest is $2.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most small grants for nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are North Carolina Community Foundation Inc (29), Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc (12), The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc (11), The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg (10), and Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc (7). In all, 529 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are small grants for nonprofits due?

Of 763 grants listed, 23 accept applications on a rolling basis, 47 have a published upcoming deadline, 91 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 602 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 45% fall in October–December.

What counts as a small grant?

There's no universal cutoff, but small grants are generally modest awards meant to fund a specific need rather than a major initiative — supplies, equipment, a small program, or a one-time project. They tend to come with simpler applications, faster decisions, and lighter reporting requirements, which makes them attractive to small and newer organizations.

Who offers small grants for nonprofits?

Small grants are commonly available from community foundations, local civic and service clubs, corporate community-giving and employee-matching programs, and the small-grant or rapid-response programs run by larger foundations. Local funders in particular favor smaller awards that spread support across many community organizations.

Are small grants easier to get than large grants?

Often, yes — the applications are shorter, the competition can be more local, and funders are typically more willing to support newer or smaller organizations. They're a good way to build a track record and funder relationships that can lead to larger awards later. The trade-off is that the dollar amounts are limited and the funds are usually restricted to a specific, well-defined use.

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