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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Lawrence County Community Fund Foundation for the Tri-State Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for charitable work and community needs in Lawrence County The Lawrence County Community Fund was established years ago through generous local contributions to support charitable work in Lawrence County.	Not published	Varies
LSTA: Mini Grants (NV) Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The LSTA Mini Grants in Nevada provide funding up to $10,000 for libraries to support innovative and sustainable projects. Applicants must consult with the LSTA Coordinator and attend a mandatory webinar.	Not published	Up to $15K
Neighborhood Grants The United Way of Central Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K United Way of Central Maryland's Neighborhood Grants support resident-led, community-centric projects that inspire community connections, empower local leaders, and build vibrant neighborhoods.	Not published	Up to $10K
Edgecombe Charitable Foundation Grant Program North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Edgecombe Charitable Foundation Grant Program, managed by the North Carolina Community Foundation, supports local nonprofits in Edgecombe County through annual grants.	Not published	$500 – $10K
WBCI Mini Grants Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K Funding for organizations requiring $2,500 or less for breast cancer-related projects.	Rolling	Up to $3K
Washington Federal Foundation: Community Service Micro Grants Washington Federal Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Washington Federal Foundation offers Community Service Micro Grants aimed at supporting nonprofits that assist low- and moderate-income communities.	Not published	$1K – $5K
The Yancey Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Yancey Fund Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Yancey County by fostering charitable contributions and supporting impactful community projects.	Not published	$3K – $10K
DLC Community Impact Grants Duquesne Light Company · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Duquesne Light Company's Community Impact Grants (CIG) program, initiated in 2021, aims to empower grassroots organizations addressing social equity, education, and environmental justice in Allegheny and Beaver counties.	Not published	Up to $10K
CFBC: BRAVO Fund Grant Community Foundation Boulder County · Foundation Not published · Varies The BRAVO Fund, established by The Community Foundation Boulder County, seeks to enhance the quality of life for Latino communities in Boulder County.	Not published	Varies
Foley Hoag Foundation Grant Foley Hoag · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foley Hoag Foundation Grant supports innovative projects aimed at addressing various forms of inequality in Greater Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C. Established in 1981, it prioritizes small organizations with annual budgets…	Not published	Varies
Local Cultural Council Grant Program Mass Cultural Council · Foundation Not published · $250 The Local Cultural Council Grant Program, funded by the Mass Cultural Council, supports arts, humanities, and science projects through local councils across Massachusetts.	Not published	$250
Helping Hands Emergency Grants Anaheim Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Emergency Helping Hands Grants are available year-round to support organizations facing a one-time challenge, such as a loss due to theft or fire.	Rolling	Varies
Creative Sector Flex Fund Grant Pennsylvania Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $5K The Creative Sector Flex Fund, introduced by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA), aims to support dynamic arts organizations in Pennsylvania with annual revenues between $10,000 and $200,000.	Not published	$5K
Arts Alive! Individual Artist Grants Weld Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Arts Alive! Individual Artist Grants, offered by the Weld Community Foundation, support emerging artists in Weld County, enabling them to advance their artistic careers.	Not published	Up to $3K
Mini Grants Wayne County Indiana Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Wayne County Foundation offers Mini Grants designed to serve smaller projects, short-term programs, or unplanned opportunities that require immediate funding.	Rolling	Varies
Fund for Columbia County - Grants for Community Impact Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K The Fund for Columbia County, established by Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, offers Community Impact grants to support innovative projects that enhance the quality of life for residents, particularly low-income and underserved…	Not published	$3K – $8K
DCCF: Small Project Grants Decatur County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The DCCF Small Project Grants offer funding of up to $1,500 for organizations aiming to implement impactful small-scale projects in Decatur County.	Not published	Up to $2K
Community Sharing Fund Grant Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Community Sharing Fund Grant provides essential support for families and individuals in Dakota, Ramsey, and Washington Counties facing unexpected financial emergencies.	Not published	Up to $1K
Meinders Retail Florist Education Grant Fund American Floral Endowment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Meinders Retail Florist Education Grant Fund, established in September 2021 by Herman and LaDonna Meinders, aims to support the floral industry by providing grants for reduced or free registration fees to industry events.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Leaders United Microgrant Fund Heart of West Michigan United Way · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K A grassroots philanthropy initiative administered by Heart of West Michigan United Way's Emerging Leaders United (ELU) group that supports small, local nonprofits making a difference in West Michigan communities.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Community Driven Innovation Services (CDI) Funding Healthy Start Coalition of Palm Beach County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K A unique funding opportunity designed to support programs and services that local communities determine they want and need – implemented in a more effective, equitable and sustainable way.	Not published	Up to $50K
YVCF: Community Grants Yampa Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Yampa Valley Community Foundation offers community grants aimed at fostering trust-based philanthropy. Grants of up to $10,000 support local nonprofits with a focus on transparency and collaboration.	Not published	Up to $10K
CFNF: Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow Grant Community Foundation of North Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Community Foundation of North Florida (CFNF) is excited to announce the "Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow Grant," aimed at nonprofit organizations in the Big Bend region.	Not published	$5K
Proposition 1 and 68 - (Regionwide and LLAR) Very Small Grants Program (CA) California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Proposition 1 and 68 Very Small Grants Program in California offers funding of less than $50,000 to support disadvantaged communities.	Not published	Up to $50K

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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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