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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OSCT: Helen A. Marandola Award Grant Ocean State Charities Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The OSCT: Helen A. Marandola Award, provided by the Ocean State Charities Trust, aims to enhance the quality of life for Rhode Islanders by supporting charitable organizations.	Not published	Up to $20K
Small Grant Round for Historic and Cultural Resources The Last Green Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K TLGV announced this grant program in 2015 and has continued to fund projects that use innovative methods to tell stories from the past.	Not published	Up to $3K
CFGV Community Grants Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The CFGV Community Grants provide essential funding to nonprofit organizations in Gunnison County, supporting both General Operating and specific Project initiatives.	Not published	Up to $7K
Morrison County Area Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Morrison County Area Foundation Grant, supported by the Initiative Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life for Morrison County residents.	Not published	Up to $2K
CFCM: Impact Grant Community Foundation of Central MO · Foundation Not published · $5K The Community Foundation of Central Missouri (CFCM) offers the Impact Grant, a $5,000 funding opportunity designed to significantly address critical issues in mid-Missouri.	Not published	$5K
FCP Emergency Action Grants Foundations Community Partnership · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The FCP Emergency Action Grants provide financial assistance of up to $10,000 to non-profit organizations in Bucks County, PA, to address unforeseen funding reductions or catastrophic events affecting their service delivery.	Not published	Up to $10K
Anna May Family Foundation Grant Anna May Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · US $1,000 - US $10,000 The Anna May Family Foundation, established in 1999, aims to support organizations in southern Oregon that assist economically disadvantaged individuals, particularly focusing on children, women, elders, and minorities.	Not published	US $1,000 - US $10,000
Rapid Response Grant Vermont Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Rapid Response Grant from Vermont Humanities offers quick funding for humanities-focused community projects, providing up to $1,000 in support.	Not published	Up to $1K
Discretionary Grants The Stateline Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K One of the primary grant programs offered by Stateline Community Foundation. Limited details provided in available content.	Not published	Up to $1K
CFCC: Capacity Grants for Small Non-profits Collier Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Collier Community Foundation offers Capacity Grants aimed at small nonprofits with budgets under $3M in Collier County, FL.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Portland Rotary Charitable Trust Community Grants Portland Rotary Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Portland Rotary Charitable Trust (The Rotary) provides grants for capital expenditures at 501(c)(3) organizations in the Portland Metro area that support underserved youth with significant disparities in their access to opportunities…	Not published	Varies
Small Grants Program Greene County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Small Grants Program was established by Priyakant "P.K." Desai, an original Board member of the Greene County Community Foundation who passed in 2015. P.K. supported the program with a gift of real estate.	Not published	Up to $1K
SEED Grants Robins Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The SEED Grants, provided by the Robins Foundation, aim to enhance early childhood care and education (ECCE) for children aged prenatal to five.	Not published	Up to $25K
Impact100 South Jersey Grants: Community Heroes Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · US $10,000 The Community Heroes Grant by Impact100 South Jersey aims to empower smaller nonprofits with operating budgets under $500,000.	Not published	US $10,000
TCFNF: Small Organization Grants The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida offers Small Organization Grants to nonprofits with budgets of $150,000 or less.	Not published	Up to $3K
GHF: Sponsorship Requests Grant Inatai Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The GHF Sponsorship Requests program supports organizations in Washington that focus on health equity and community building.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Mini Grants Vigran Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Mini Grants are designed to serve smaller projects, short-term programs, or unplanned opportunities that require immediate funding.	Rolling	Varies
Avion Takes Action Grant Avion Solutions Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Avion Takes Action, a charitable fund by Avion Solutions Inc, empowers community organizations by providing grants to support various quality-of-life initiatives.	Not published	$5K
Grassroots Grants Program The Story of Stuff Project · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Story of Stuff Project's Grassroots Grants Program supports small, under-resourced, community-based organizations and informal groups organizing against environmental injustice.	Not published	Up to $5K
CCLF Silver Grant Cherokee County Legacy Foundation (CCLF) · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The CCLF Silver Grant supports innovative projects in Cherokee County aimed at enhancing quality of life. With funding ranging from $3,001 to $10,000, eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) non-profits and local government entities.	Not published	$3K – $10K
The Youngstown Foundation Grant Youngstown Fdn General · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Youngstown Foundation Grant supports innovative projects and operational needs of local 501(c)(3) charities in Mahoning and Trumbull counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Creates Theatre Bay Area · Foundation Not published · $3K The CA$H Theatre Grant, provided by Theatre Bay Area, supports individual artists and small theatre companies in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	$3K
Awesome Foundation - Local Chapter Grants The Awesome Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Awesome Foundation offers Local Chapter Grants of $1000 to individuals and groups for innovative projects that enhance community engagement.	Not published	$1K
Duke Energy: Ohio: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants of up to $20,000 to support initiatives in vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and equity.	Not published	Up to $20K

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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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