Social Services Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 17, 2026

Grantable tracks 255 active social services grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 9 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 99 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 255; from 224 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $9,763–$60K
Total listed funding: $33.4M; across 99 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 21 with a published date

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CHC Foundation Grants CHC Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies CHC Foundation’s mission is to provide grants to publicly supported, tax-exempt, non-profit organizations in the greater Easter Idaho region.	Not published	Varies
Adult Protective Services Regional Administrative Agencies (RAA) NOFO Grant Illinois Department of Aging · Foundation Not published · Varies The FY2026 Adult Protective Services Regional Administrative Agencies (RAA) NOFO provides funding for public or nonprofit agencies to oversee the Department on Aging's Adult Protective Services (APS) Program.	Not published	Varies
Centene Foundation Event Sponsorships Centene Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: You may submit your event sponsorship request by emailing the funder and you will be notified only if funder moves forward with your request.	Not published	Varies
Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation Grants Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation, established in 1994, enhances the Fort Wayne community through grants focusing on social services, arts, and education.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Moor Foundation Grant The Moor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Moor Foundation Grant supports organizations that promote public welfare in Texas, emphasizing aid for vulnerable individuals in the El Paso area.	Not published	Varies
Mother Cabrini Health Foundation: Basic Needs Grant Program Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $75K The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation's Basic Needs Grant Program aims to address the essential needs of New Yorkers facing challenges such as food insecurity, inadequate housing, and economic instability.	Not published	$75K
CFWG Community Impact Grant Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CFWG Community Impact Grant supports charitable organizations in Carroll, Haralson, and Heard counties through an annual competitive grant process.	Not published	Varies
Focused Funds Grants - Fall Deadline Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Focused Funds Grants aim to enhance community welfare through targeted funding in areas such as community improvement, education, health, social services, and support for special populations.	Not published	Up to $25K
Central Alabama Community Foundation Community Trust Grant Central Alabama Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This page is now a part of the CACF: Central AL Family Wellness and Education Grants page._ Central Alabama Community Foundation was established in 1987 by a group of local civic leaders.	Not published	Varies
Hamilton County Community Foundation Competitive Grants Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hamilton County Community Foundation offers competitive grants to nonprofit organizations aiming to strengthen community welfare. Priorities include childcare, housing, social services, and workforce education.	Not published	Varies
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
A Thriving Community (Health and Welfare of the Jewish Community) The Jewish Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Fund Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky · Foundation Not published · $50K Horizon Community Funds' primary grantmaking vehicle that awards funds to nonprofits serving Northern Kentucky with an emphasis on innovation, acceleration, and leveraging community resources.	Not published	$50K
Social Services Grant Opportunities State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Focused Funds Grants - Spring Deadline Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Columbus Foundation offers the Focused Funds Grants to enhance community well-being through strategic support for 501(c)(3) nonprofits in diverse areas, including environment, health, special populations, and social services.	Not published	Up to $25K
Hagedorn Fund Grant Hagedorn Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ Health (including cancer, HIV/AIDS, blindness), social services, youth, education, senior services and housing and community…	Not published	Varies
Abney Foundation Grant Abney Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Abney Foundation Grant supports innovative and creative projects that address community needs in South Carolina, particularly in health, education, social services, and cultural affairs.	Not published	Varies
DSS Grant United Way of Aiken County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of Aiken County administers the DSS Grant in Aiken County. DSS refers to the Department of Social Services grant program.	Not published	Varies
Making a Difference for San Diego Grant Program JFS Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Provides grants to deserving organizations in San Diego County that are committed to providing funding for much needed services to diverse communities and elevating or creating new programs that truly make a difference.	Not published	Up to $100K
Sarkeys Foundation Grant Sarkeys Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sarkeys Foundation is a private charitable organization based in Oklahoma, dedicated to supporting 501(c)(3) entities that provide crucial services to underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
Luther T. McCauley Charitable Trust Grant Luther T McCauley Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Luther T. McCauley Charitable Trust Grant supports nonprofit organizations that assist the economically disadvantaged, socially marginalized, and those with mental or physical disabilities in El Paso County, Colorado.	Not published	Varies
Nicor Gas: Pillar Grants - Community Enrichment Nicor Gas · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Nicor Gas offers Pillar Grants for Community Enrichment, focusing on enhancing the vitality and livability of neighborhoods within its service area.	Not published	Up to $5K
George F. and Sybil H. Fuller Foundation Grant The George F & Sybil H Fuller · Foundation Not published · Varies The George F. and Sybil H. Fuller Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Worcester and Boylston, Massachusetts, focusing on youth services for ages 0-22.	Not published	Varies
Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation - Oklahoma Grants: General Operating The Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation aims to alleviate poverty by funding nonprofits focused on housing, social services, healthcare, and community empowerment, primarily in Tulsa, Oklahoma.	Not published	Varies

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About social services grants

Social services grants fund programs that protect and support at-risk individuals and families, from child welfare and adult protective services to case management and crisis intervention. The Social Services Block Grant (Title XX of the Social Security Act), administered by HHS's Administration for Children and Families and distributed through state agencies, is the cornerstone federal source. Foundations focused on children and families, such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation, also support social-services nonprofits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do social services grants for nonprofits award?

Of the 255 social services grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 17, 2026, 99 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $9,763 and $60K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most social services grants for nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Capitol Hill Community Foundation (3), Colorado Lawyer Trust Account Foundation (3), Columbus Foundation (3), Communitygiving (3), and Gary E Milgard Family Foundation- (3). In all, 224 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are social services grants for nonprofits due?

Of 255 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 21 have a published upcoming deadline, 21 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 209 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 71% fall in October–December.

What social services grants are available?

Social services grants commonly support child welfare, protective services for children and adults, services for people with disabilities, child care, and case management. The Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) is a primary federal funding stream, supplemented by state social-services agency programs and private foundation grants. Eligibility usually centers on serving low-income or otherwise at-risk populations.

Who funds social services?

HHS's Administration for Children and Families (ACF) administers the Social Services Block Grant and distributes it to states as a capped entitlement, and states in turn fund local providers. State and county social-services departments, as well as private funders like the Annie E. Casey Foundation and community foundations, provide additional grants. Funding priorities and allowable service categories are set largely at the state level.

How do social services nonprofits access block grant funding?

Block-grant dollars like SSBG rarely come directly from the federal government to nonprofits; they pass through your state's administering agency, which sets local priorities and contracts with providers. Start by identifying that agency and reviewing its approved service categories and procurement process. Many providers receive funds through state contracts or subawards rather than open competitions.

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