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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Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Operating Grants - Jobs 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
Specific Interest Grants - Dave Ryerson Fund and the Beekhuis Community Fund: Statewide Small Arts Grants Programs and Projects Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Dave Ryerson Fund and the Beekhuis Community Fund provide small grants to support the arts in Delaware.	Not published	$1K – $3K
CPCF Competitive Grants (Unrestricted Funds) Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation distributes competitive grants to better the Blair County (PA) region. Each year it accepts project proposals from organizations for funding via a competitive grants process.	Not published	$500 – $3K
LexGive365 Grants Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The BGCF365 Grants, initiated by the Blue Grass Community Foundation, empower emerging philanthropists to collectively fund nonprofit projects that dismantle barriers to employment, transportation, and housing for families in Fayette…	Not published	$5K – $15K
Midland Area Youth Action Council Youth Philanthropist Mini-Grant Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 With over 700 funds, each with a unique purpose, the Midland Area Community Foundation has been the organization in Midland, Michigan, building permanent community capital since 1973.	Not published	Up to $500
MCSB Foundation Grants Merrimack County Savings Bank Fdtn · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Merrimack County Savings Bank Foundation, established in 1997 with a $1 million endowment, focuses on improving community life in its service areas in New Hampshire.	Not published	Up to $5K
City of Covington: Neighborhood Grant Program City of Covington · State Not published · Up to $5K The City of Covington's Neighborhood Grant Program offers up to $5,000 to neighborhood groups for projects aimed at enhancing community appearance and social cohesion.	Not published	Up to $5K
FWAC: Small Grants For Community Arts Projects The Five Wings Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Five Wings Arts Council offers Small Grants for Community Arts Projects to support local artists and organizations in Cass, Crow Wing, Todd, Morrison, and Wadena counties.	Not published	Up to $1K
Bolton Greater Together Community Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Bolton Greater Together Community Fund, established by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, aims to enhance the quality of life for Bolton residents through targeted grants.	Not published	Up to $8K
South Central Chapter: Small Grants Program Indiana Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · $50 – $250 The South Central Chapter of the Indiana Native Plant Society offers small grants ranging from $50 to $250 for projects that promote biodiversity and community engagement through native plants.	Not published	$50 – $250
Ippolito Charitable Foundation of Galveston Grant Ippolito Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Ippolito Charitable Foundation of Galveston focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Galveston, Texas through grants aimed at economic development, conservation, and historical preservation.	Not published	Up to $10K
Mary E. Bivins Foundation Rapid Response Grant Mary E Bivins Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Mary E. Bivins Foundation Rapid Response Grant addresses immediate needs of organizations tackling hunger and food insecurity among older adults in the Texas Panhandle.	Not published	Up to $5K
Corry Community Foundation Mini Grants Corry Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Corry Community Foundation Mini Grants program, established in 2000, aims to enhance the quality of life for residents of Corry, Pennsylvania.	Not published	Up to $4K
Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures: The Ignite Fund Johns Hopkins University · Foundation Not published · Varies Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures (JHTV) aims to maximize the impact of Johns Hopkins University’s research excellence by facilitating the translation and commercialization of discoveries into accessible technologies, products and services…	Not published	Varies
Fanwood Community Foundation Grant Fanwood Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Fanwood Community Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that address critical needs within the Fanwood community. Established by dedicated local donors, the Foundation has awarded over $30,000 in grants since 1998.	Not published	Up to $1K
Basic Needs Fund Grant Program The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Basic Needs Fund Grant Program, offered by the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, provides grants of up to $10,000 to organizations addressing essential needs such as food security, housing stability, and hygiene.	Not published	Up to $10K
VCF: Crosby-Gannett Fund Grant The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $23K The Crosby-Gannett Fund, established by the Vermont Community Foundation, offers a three-year grant of $22,500 to support innovative projects in the Brattleboro area.	Not published	$23K
LCF: Lenawee Cares Grant Lenawee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lenawee Community Foundation, through its LCF: Lenawee Cares initiative, aims to enhance community well-being by funding not-for-profit organizations that address health and human services, particularly basic needs in Lenawee County…	Not published	Varies
OAC Community Arts Grants - Small Grants Support Oklahoma Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The OAC Community Arts Grants - Small Grants Support, offered by the Oklahoma Arts Council, aims to enrich communities through arts festivals, exhibitions, and performances.	Not published	Up to $3K
Alaska Watchable Wildlife Conservation Trust Grant Program Alaska Conservation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Alaska Watchable Wildlife Conservation Trust Grant Program, managed by the Alaska Conservation Foundation, offers grants up to $5,000 every two years to support projects enhancing sustainable wildlife viewing and education.	Not published	Up to $5K
Age Strong Rolling Grants City of Boston · State Not published · Up to $3K The Age Strong Rolling Grant Program, managed by the City of Boston’s Age Strong Commission, offers financial support for small-scale programs benefiting the 55+ population.	Not published	Up to $3K
Regranting Program (Youth & Frontline) New Economy Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K NEC's Regranting Program provides small grants ("micro-grants") to youth-led and student-led projects working on a variety of campaigns and initiatives aligned with building a new economy and solidarity economy principles.	Not published	Up to $5K
Kroger and Always Game Changers Scholarship The Kroger CO Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Game Changers Scholarship was created by The Kroger Co. Foundation and the Always brand to champion women and their supporters who seek higher education in business, technology, and liberal arts.	Not published	Varies
Herb Kohl Philanthropies Homegrown Grants Herbert H Kohl Charities Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Herb Kohl Philanthropies Homegrown Grants support local initiatives aimed at strengthening communities in Wisconsin.	Not published	$1K – $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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