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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McMillen Foundation Grants Program The Robert B McMillen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McMillen Foundation Grants Program supports research in cardiology, lipids, and organ transplant, along with educational initiatives and social services in Washington and Alaska.	Not published	Varies
125 Pretrial Success Program Grant Illinois Department of Human Services · Foundation Not published · $100K – $500K The 125 Pretrial Success Program, funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services, aims to provide case management for eligible participants charged with a criminal offense and granted pretrial release.	Not published	$100K – $500K
Stanley Area Community Foundation Grants Mountrail Bethel Home Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $53K Maintain a permanent source of funding for projects in the community of Stanley and the immediate surrounding area. Past Awards to Mountrail County Health Foundation:	Not published	$5K – $53K
John Earhart Memorial Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Earhart Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of John Earhart, a dedicated minister and community leader who impacted many lives through his service and commitment to education.	Not published	Varies
Oswego County Community Foundation Grants Central New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oswego County Community Foundation, a component fund of the Central New York Community Foundation (created 2013), awards annual grants to nonprofits serving Oswego County, NY — aiding education, health, social services, arts, civic and…	Not published	Varies
Bernard and Audre Rapoport Foundation Grant Bernard & Audre Rapoport Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bernard and Audre Rapoport Foundation, established in 1987, has invested over $70 million in grants to enhance community life through education, arts, health, and social services.	Not published	Varies
Herbert A. Templeton Foundation Grant Herbert a Templeton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Herbert A. Templeton Foundation, established in 1955, supports tax-exempt organizations focused on education, social services, and cultural arts in Oregon.	Not published	Varies
Tristate Graduate Center Scholarship Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Tristate Graduate Center Scholarship, managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, supports non-traditional students in the Siouxland area pursuing a Master of Social Work.	Not published	$1K
Domanica Foundation Grant The Domanica Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Domanica Foundation Grant provides funding to IRS-qualified charitable 501(c)(3) organizations in San Diego and Denver.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Whisper Foundation Grant Gary E Milgard Family Foundation- · Foundation Not published · $50K The Whisper Foundation provides ongoing support for non-profit organizations in Pierce County, Washington, focusing on improving the quality of life for underserved communities.	Not published	$50K
Helen Hamilton Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts administers over 160 scholarships.	Not published	Up to $3K
Community Based Services for Equal Distribution to each of the 13 Area Agencies on Aging RFP Grant Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $135K The Community Based Services for Equal Distribution RFP aims to enhance the quality of life for older adults by supplementing federal funding through the Illinois Department on Aging.	Not published	Up to $135K
The Kingdom Foundation Grant Perpetual Guardian · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Kingdom Foundation Grant, provided by Perpetual Guardian, invites applications from organizations in the Manawatu, Horowhenua, and Hawke's Bay areas.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Amelia Peabody Charitable Fund Grant Amelia Peabody Charitable Fund Trust · Foundation Not published · $800K – $10M The Amelia Peabody Charitable Fund Grant supports qualified non-profit organizations in Massachusetts focused on capital projects in areas such as medicine, social welfare, visual arts, and land conservation.	Not published	$800K – $10M
Nebraska Victim Advocacy Program & Direct Victim Assistance Crime Commission Grants · State Not published · Varies Ensures victims of crime, regardless of location or victimization type, have access to advocacy and direct client assistance. Serves those affected by various types of victimization.	Not published	Varies
AACF: Alexandria "Difference Maker" Grants Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The AACF "Difference Maker" Grants provide support for innovative community initiatives in Alexandria.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Mary J. Proctor Grant Tr Uw Mary J Proctor · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mary J. Proctor Grant supports charitable organizations focused on children and youth in the Indianapolis area. Administered by JPMorgan, it funds nonprofit entities recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS tax code.	Not published	Varies
Adult Protective Services (APS) Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
M.B. & Edna Zale Foundation Grant MB and Edna Zale Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The M.B. & Edna Zale Foundation Grant aims to support individuals and families in building meaningful lives, focusing on education, social services, and community welfare.	Not published	Varies
Ralph Franzen Charitable Foundation Grant Ralph Franzen Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ralph Franzen Charitable Foundation Grant supports faith-based organizations that provide social services, with a focus on Evangelical Christian groups in Illinois.	Not published	Varies
Governor's Crime Commission Grants: Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) North Carolina Department of Public Safety · Foundation Not published · $250K – $2M The Governor's Crime Commission Grants, under the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), aim to enhance victim assistance programs.	Not published	$250K – $2M
Homelessness Trust Fund Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Homelessness Trust Fund Grant, established in 1988 by the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, aims to support homeless individuals and those at risk of homelessness in Kansas City and Jackson County, Missouri.	Not published	$10K
Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Grant Theodore Edson Parker Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Grant supports a variety of community needs in Lowell, MA, focusing on children, disadvantaged young women, and the elderly.	Not published	$15K – $50K
Joseph F. and Helen C. McGovern Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Easily learn more about the Joseph F. and Helen C. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Mar 2027. The Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts administers over 160 scholarships.	Not published	Up to $3K

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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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