Small Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 22, 2026

Grantable tracks 763 active small grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Florence Y. Flach Music Fund Grant Flach Music Fund · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Florence Y. Flach Music Fund Grant, established in 1978, aims to enhance the appreciation and enjoyment of music among Allentown, Pennsylvania residents.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Ramlose Foundation Grant George A Ramlose Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $6K The George A. Ramlose Foundation, established in 1956, focuses on supporting smaller qualified organizations with specific projects or equipment needs.	Not published	$2K – $6K
Clarence W. Winter Charitable Trust Grant Winter Clarence W Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Clarence W. Winter Charitable Trust, established from Mr. Winter's Will, provides annual grants of $3,000 to $5,000 to support tax-exempt organizations focused on charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational purposes.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Competitive Grant Programs: Harwich Fund Grants The Cape Cod Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Harwich Fund provides competitive grants to support a variety of projects addressing community needs in Harwich.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Boxley-Fox Endowment Fund Grant The Community Foundation of the Northern Shenandoah Valley · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Boxley-Fox Endowment Fund, established by Robert and Genevieve Fox Boxley, supports cultural life and historical preservation in the Northern Shenandoah Valley.	Not published	$1K – $3K
VCF: Northeast Kingdom Fund Grants The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Northeast Kingdom Fund, established by the Vermont Community Foundation in 2011, provides annual grants up to $5,000 to support local nonprofits and community projects in Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
Simmons First Foundation: Mini Grant Simmons First Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K $1,000 up to $2,500 Projects must pertain to youth (K-12) in the fields of education or health care. Mini Grants are for immediate (long-term) needs for programs and entities must be a 501c3 organization.	Not published	$1K – $3K
LEAD Impact Grant Program Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The LEAD Impact Grant Program, established by the Northern New York Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties.	Not published	Up to $20K
Highlands Community Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Highlands Community Fund Grant, provided by The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, offers grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to qualified 501(c)(3), governmental, educational, and religious organizations in the…	Not published	$3K – $10K
Vibrant Communities: Health Grant Opportunity Colorado Gives Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Vibrant Communities: Health Grant Opportunity supports nonprofits in Jefferson County by funding initiatives that promote holistic wellbeing.	Not published	$5K – $25K
New Hanover County Community Foundation Grants North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The New Hanover County Community Foundation Grants aim to support local nonprofit organizations within New Hanover County.	Not published	$1K – $5K
CFEA Mini Grants Community Foundation of East Alabama Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The CFEA Mini Grants program offers three $500 grants annually to nonprofits operating for 2-5 years in the Lee, Macon, Tallapoosa, Chambers, or Russell counties.	Not published	$500
Macon County Community Foundation: Unrestricted Endowment Fund Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Macon County Community Foundation's Unrestricted Endowment Fund supports local nonprofit organizations by providing annual grants ranging from $500 to $2,500, with a total grantmaking cap of $15,000.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Harvard Allston Partnership Fund (Up to $25,000) Grant President and Fellows of Harvard College · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Harvard Allston Partnership Fund offers grants up to $25,000 to support local non-profits and community groups in the North Allston-North Brighton area.	Not published	Up to $25K
Arts Fund (AF) The Bronx Council on the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K Arts Fund (AF) develops Bronx artists and small arts organizations through its support of high-quality arts projects that engage Bronx audiences in a diverse array of artistic works in all disciplines, genres, and styles.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Micro-Grants Program The Community Foundation for South Central New York Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 The Micro-Grants Program offers funding between $250 and $500 for small projects in Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Tioga counties. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, school districts, and municipalities.	Not published	$250 – $500
ME Humanities: Mini Grants Maine Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Maine Humanities Council Mini Grants program provides funding of up to $2,000 to nonprofit organizations in Maine for humanities projects that foster community engagement and outreach.	Not published	Up to $2K
Phillips County Unrestricted Endowment Fund – Fundraising Event Matching Grant Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Phillips County Unrestricted Endowment Fund offers a matching grant to support fundraising events for non-profits serving Phillips County, Kansas.	Not published	Up to $500
CFGG: High Five Grants Community Foundation of Central Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Foundation of Central Georgia's High Five Grants program empowers local nonprofits by connecting them with donors interested in funding specific needs.	Not published	Up to $5K
Small Project Grants Community Foundation of Switzerland County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies CFSCI awards grants to charitable programs and projects benefiting Switzerland County through their Small Project Grants program.	Not published	Varies
Savannah Community Foundation Immediate Needs Grants The Savannah Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Savannah Community Foundation Immediate Needs Grants support vital emergency and unanticipated expenses for local organizations, with grants typically not exceeding $5,000.	Not published	Up to $5K
Maki Foundation Grant Program Maki Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Maki Foundation Grant Program, established in 1981, focuses on environmental protection in the western United States. Grants range from $1,000 to $5,000, aimed at organizations where modest support can create significant impact.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Fox Cares Foundation Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Fox Cares Foundation Grant, administered by the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, supports nonprofits addressing homelessness, hunger, and arts engagement.	Not published	$1K – $6K
Weinberg Foundation & Mayor's Office Small Nonprofits Grant Family League of Baltimore City Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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