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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
The Portage Foundation Grants The Portage Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Portage Foundation Grants focus on nine vital funding priority areas that address the community's needs in Portage County.	Not published	$500 – $3K
CNYCF: Madison County Rural Poverty Fund Grant Central New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Madison County Rural Poverty Fund, managed by the Central New York Community Foundation, aims to address poverty in Madison County, where 10% of residents lived below the federal poverty line in 2018.	Not published	Varies
Michigan Justice Fund Rapid Response Grant Program Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Michigan Justice Fund Rapid Response Grant Program aims to support Michigan-based advocacy and service organizations with urgent funding needs.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Grit Fund: Project Grants Peale Center For Baltimore History And Architecture Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Grit Fund provides up to $10,000 in funding for collaborative, artist-led projects, fostering community connections through visual arts in Baltimore.	Not published	Up to $10K
Pasco L. Schiavo Grants: Micro Grants The Luzerne Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Pasco L. Schiavo Grants, offered by The Luzerne Foundation, provide microgrants to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Hazleton and Weatherly areas.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Stuntz Mycology Fund Small Grants Daniel E Stuntz Memorial Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K The Stuntz Mycology Fund awards Small Grants for purposes such as buying supplies or equipment for workshops or research, purchasing mycological books, or running educational events such as forays and lectures by guest speakers.	Rolling	Up to $1K
CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Performs Theatre Bay Area · Foundation Not published · $5K The CA$H Theatre Grant, provided by Theatre Bay Area, supports fully-produced performances of artistic projects that are publicly accessible.	Not published	$5K
Community Fund for Theresa Grant Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Community Fund for Theresa, established in 2020 by the Russell I. Wilcox Family, aims to support vital programs and initiatives that enhance the Theresa, New York area.	Not published	Up to $3K
Omaha Venture Group (OVG) Grant Omaha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Omaha Venture Group (OVG) Grant supports innovative nonprofits in the Omaha metro area with funding up to $8,000 aimed at fostering growth and community engagement.	Not published	Up to $8K
Boone REMC Operation Round Up Grant Community Foundation of Boone County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Boone REMC Operation Round Up Grant provides up to $10,000 to eligible nonprofits within the Boone REMC service territory, focusing on community service, economic development, education, youth programs, environment, and disaster relief.	Not published	Up to $10K
EEAI Mini-Grants Environmental Education Association Of Illinois (EEAI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $350 The EEAI Mini-Grants program supports projects aimed at educating communities about environmental issues and enhancing ecological understanding.	Not published	Up to $350
New Jersey Highlands Coalition: Small Grants - Emergency Funding New Jersey Highlands Coalition · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The New Jersey Highlands Coalition offers emergency funding grants up to $5,000 for grassroots organizations working to protect the region's vital natural and cultural resources.	Not published	Up to $5K
Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund Grant Illinois Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund Grant aims to support small nonprofits in Illinois by providing funding for programs in food, housing, and workforce development.	Not published	Up to $20K
FACF: Mini-Grants Program Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The FACF Mini-Grants Program provides one-time discretionary grants of up to $1,500 for nonprofits to support projects in arts, education, civic improvement, health, and social services.	Not published	Up to $2K
Martin County Community Foundation: Martin County Unrestricted Endowment Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Martin County Community Foundation facilitates charitable giving through its Unrestricted Endowment, allowing local nonprofits to address evolving community needs.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Community Empowerment Small Grants (CESGs) Community Foundation for Muskegon County · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Community Empowerment Small Grants (CESGs) by the Community Foundation for Muskegon County aim to strengthen local communities through grassroots initiatives.	Not published	Up to $3K
Tourism Regeneration Grant - Small Purchase Washington Tourism Alliance · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Tourism Regeneration Grant aims to enhance visitor experiences in rural and underserved areas of Washington, promoting inclusivity and sustainability.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Burchinal Family Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of Fayette County PA · Foundation Not published · $9K The Burchinal Family Endowment Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Fayette County, is dedicated to supporting health and medical care charities for residents of Fayette County.	Not published	$9K
Berk Foundation Grants David & Minnie Berk Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The David and Minnie Berk Foundation, established in 1961, provides grants to charitable organizations in the arts, education, and social services, focusing on youth, the elderly, and the needy.	Not published	Up to $10K
Community Project Grants - Mini Grants New Hampshire Humanities Council · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K New Hampshire Humanities Community Project Grants provide grant funds to support public humanities programs across New Hampshire. Mini Grants provide up to $2,000 in funds.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Community Foundation Grants - Equipment Grants Community Foundation of Burke County · Foundation Not published · Up to US $10,000 The Community Foundation of Burke County offers Equipment Grants to support tax-exempt organizations serving Burke County residents.	Not published	Up to US $10,000
Goessel Community Foundation Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $4K The Goessel Community Foundation Grant, established in 2010, aims to enhance the quality of life in Goessel, Kansas, by addressing the challenges faced by rural communities.	Not published	$500 – $4K
Rapid Response: Access Improvement Grants California Communications Access Foundation DBA Ability Central · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K Ability Central offers the Rapid Response: Access Improvement Grants to support organizations addressing communication disabilities.	Not published	$1K – $5K
OSCT: Harry Kizirian Award Grant Ocean State Charities Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Harry Kizirian Award, administered 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

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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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