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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Art Bank Program (ABP) Grant DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Art Bank Program (ABP) supports local visual artists and nonprofit organizations in DC by acquiring original artwork for its permanent collection. This program aims to enhance public spaces and provide exposure for artists.	Not published	Up to $25K
Maada’ookiing Grants Northland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Maada’ookiing Grants provide up to $5,000 to support Native American-led community building initiatives. The program aims to strengthen culture and community among Native American peoples by fostering resilience and creative solutions.	Not published	Up to $5K
Lydia Fisher Warner Memorial Trust Grant Lydia Fisher Warner Memorial Trust · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Lydia Fisher Warner Memorial Trust Grant supports hospitals in Philadelphia and its vicinity, established through the will of Ms. Warner in memory of her family.	Not published	$3K – $15K
SBB Research Group Foundation Grant SBB Research Group Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The SBB Research Group Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations addressing unmet needs through sustainable strategies. Winners are selected monthly, receiving $5,000, while other finalists are awarded $1,000.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Trinity Trust: Community Response Grants Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Trinity Trust offers Community Response Grants to benefit Trinity County residents in California.	Not published	Up to $10K
GCCF Community Grants Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The GCCF Community Grants, offered by Gulf Coast Community Foundation, aim to enhance community well-being through strategic partnerships with nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Up to $25K
CFMC Competitive Grant Cycle Community Foundation of Middlesex County Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The CFMC Competitive Grant Cycle invites 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for funding for the year 2026.	Not published	$500 – $5K
TCFNF: Program Support Grants for Putnam County The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The TCFNF Program Support Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in Putnam County by funding nonprofits focused on education, safety nets, and general welfare.	Not published	Up to $25K
Community Foundation of Des Moines County Grant Keokuk Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Every year, the Community Foundation of Des Moines County distributes grants to area nonprofits.	Not published	Varies
Clee K. Morrison Foundation Grant Clee K Morrison Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Clee K. Morrison Foundation, established by a dedicated resident of Mechanicsburg, PA, supports charitable organizations assisting underprivileged individuals in Cumberland County.	Not published	$5K
Small Grants for Small Food Pantries Adirondack Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K For three decades, Adirondack Community Foundation has been a steady hand, helping our region grow from within. Our Mission: Connecting people, ideas, and resources to improve lives and expand opportunities throughout the Adirondack region.	Not published	Up to $2K
CRCF: Mini-Grants Capital Region Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Capital Region Community Foundation offers Mini-Grants of up to $5,000 to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations and eligible entities for projects benefiting residents of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, Michigan.	Not published	Up to $5K
Mini-Grant Funding Opportunity Rivers of Steel Heritage Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K Provides funding for local nonprofits to support heritage tourism, community development, and placemaking initiatives across the region. Rivers of Steel has awarded multiple rounds of mini-grants.	Not published	Up to $60K
Non-Profit $2,000 Event Promotions Grant (FL) Franklin County Tourist Development Council · Foundation Not published · $2K The Non-Profit $2,000 Event Promotions Grant by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council supports eligible 501c non-profits and governmental organizations in promoting one-day events.	Not published	$2K
Rotary Club of Appleton - Children with Disabilities Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Rotary Club of Appleton offers a grant to support projects benefiting children with disabilities in Appleton and the surrounding area.	Not published	$3K
IronPigs Charities (IPC) Community Grant Ironpigs Charities · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The IronPigs Charities Community Grant supports educational and recreational initiatives for youth in the Lehigh Valley. Established in 2007, IPC has donated over $1.2 million to local organizations.	Not published	$1K – $10K
CFNA: Elk County Society for Special Services Grant Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The CFNA: Elk County Society for Special Services offers funding to nonprofit organizations focused on enhancing Pre-K education programs within Elk County and surrounding areas.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Responsive Funding Healthy Lakewood Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $15K Responsive Funding enables a faster response to emerging community needs, time-sensitive opportunities, and crises. Requests may include discretionary or small grants, sponsorship requests, and emergency community funding.	Rolling	$1K – $15K
Perry County Affiliate Grantmaking Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Perry County Affiliate Grantmaking Program, administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, aims to enhance the quality of life in Perry County.	Not published	Up to $2K
LCF: Youth Grants Lenawee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Lenawee Community Foundation offers Youth Grants for local projects in Lenawee County, providing up to $2,000 to nonprofit organizations. These grants aim to build youth assets and enhance community engagement.	Not published	Up to $3K
Abell Foundation Small Grants The Abell Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Abell Foundation awards grants to nonprofit community partners working to improve the quality of life in Baltimore.	Not published	Varies
SBF: Small Capacity Building Grant Program Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Small Capacity Building Grant Program by the Santa Barbara Foundation aims to enhance the effectiveness of local nonprofits by providing grants of up to $6,000.	Not published	Up to $6K
Community Giving - Wake County Community Foundation Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Wake County Community Foundation, part of the North Carolina Community Foundation's grantmaking program, supports charitable organizations across 67 counties.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Arts & Culture Trust Fund - Program Grants Jersey City Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K Part of Jersey City's Arts and Culture Trust Fund, which generates approximately $1 million annually for arts and cultural programs.	Not published	Up to $25K

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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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