Unrestricted Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 284 active unrestricted grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 5 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 171 list an award amount, with a median of $15K.

Grants tracked: 284; from 208 funders
Median award: $15K; middle half $4,500–$53K
Total listed funding: $45.8M; across 171 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 3; 14 with a published date

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PCF Operating Grants Pinellas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Pinellas Community Foundation's PCF Operating Grants provide essential two-year funding to nonprofits, enabling them to address core operational costs such as staffing, infrastructure, and outreach.	Not published	Up to $25K
Western Indiana Community Foundation- Legacy Grants Western Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K The Western Indiana Community Foundation offers Legacy Grants aimed at supporting a variety of community needs through unrestricted funds.	Not published	$8K
FWAC: General Operating Support Grants The Five Wings Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Five Wings Art Council offers General Operating Support Grants to Minnesota non-profit arts organizations that have held their 501(c)(3) status for at least three years.	Not published	Varies
The Community Impact Fund Grant Inland Empire Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Community Impact Fund Grant, offered by the Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF), aims to support nonprofits in Riverside and San Bernardino counties during challenging times.	Not published	Up to $20K
Vance County Community Foundation: Unrestricted Endowment Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Vance County Community Foundation offers an unrestricted endowment to address evolving community needs in Vance County. Grants typically range from $500 to $1,000, with total grantmaking not exceeding $7,420.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Non-Profit Grant Program Sussex County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Non-Profit Grant Program, funded by Sussex County, allocates $175,000 annually to support non-profit organizations that benefit local residents. Eligible organizations must ensure transparency of their financial records.	Not published	Varies
Kenosha Community Foundation: Unrestricted Grant Kenosha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kenosha Community Foundation offers Unrestricted Grants sourced from a dedicated investment pool, allowing for flexible funding that meets the evolving needs of the community.	Not published	Varies
CAREs Flexible Funding Healthcare Foundation of Wilson · Foundation Not published · Varies Healthcare Foundation of Wilson CAREs (Compassion, Assistance, Responsiveness, and Engagement) about nonprofit partners that provide care for the community.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley offers Community Grants to provide unrestricted General Operating Support (GOS) for nonprofits in Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster Counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
The Sunflower Grant Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Sunflower Grant supports grassroots organizations in Oregon with funding ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, typically between $4,000 and $7,000 annually.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Elaine Jones Safety Net Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Napa Valley · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Elaine Jones Safety Net Fund supports social service nonprofits in Napa County that address the needs of working families and vulnerable communities.	Not published	Up to $150K
Gene A. Daiber Designated Fund Highland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K Create a permanent endowment to support HACF's general grants program	Not published	$50K
Chispa Awards New Mexico Fund for Women and Girls · Foundation Not published · $6K	Not published	$6K
Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation Common Grant Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation (St. Louis, MO) accepts a Common Grant Application from 501(c)(3) nonprofits for capacity building, capital campaigns, general operating support, or project/program support.	Not published	Varies
Bush Prize: Minnesota The Bush Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bush Prize celebrates organizations that are highly valued within their communities and have a track record of successful community problem solving.	Not published	Varies
Robert B. Daugherty Foundation Grant - General Operating Support Robert B Daugherty Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert B. Daugherty Foundation Grant offers general operating support to tax-exempt organizations, focusing on charitable, scientific, cultural, and educational activities.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Community Good Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund for Community Good is an unrestricted fund that, along with field of interest funds, allows the Grand Rapids Community Foundation to invest in partners throughout Kent County who share a commitment to becoming actively anti-racist.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants - Shelter & Safety Grants Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Santa Barbara Foundation offers Community Grants for Shelter & Safety, providing up to $30,000 in unrestricted funding for two years.	Not published	Up to $30K
Onslow Caring Communities Foundation Grants North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $750 – $5K The Onslow Caring Communities Foundation Grants, managed by the North Carolina Community Foundation, aim to support nonprofit organizations in Onslow County.	Not published	$750 – $5K
Creating Health Access for Next Generation Equity (CHANGE) Grant Program AZ Liquidating Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200K – $220K Launched in 2023, the AstraZeneca Foundation’s signature Creating Health Access for Next Generation Equity (CHANGE) program works to improve access to quality healthcare.	Not published	$200K – $220K
Bush Prize: Minnesota Grant Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250K The Bush Prize program identifies and honors extraordinary organizations that consistently engage and lead their community toward creative solutions, provides them with flexible support to keep doing that work, and supports them to amplify…	Not published	$250K
Charlotte Community Foundation- Unrestricted Grants ( Veterans, Seniors Or Youth) Charlotte Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Charlotte Community Foundation offers unrestricted grants aimed at supporting Veterans, Seniors, and Youth in Charlotte County, FL.	Not published	$5K
Paul and Martha Rees Fund Grant The Community Foundation of the Northern Shenandoah Valley · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Paul and Martha Rees Fund Grant, established by BB&T in 2014, offers unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations serving the Northern Shenandoah Valley.	Not published	$1K – $3K
WCCF: Clifton Community Fund Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to build permanent endowment funds and meet charitable community needs.	Not published	Varies

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About unrestricted grants for nonprofits

Unrestricted grants — also called general operating support — are the most flexible and most valued form of nonprofit funding. These grants can be used for any organizational purpose: salaries, rent, utilities, programs, or anything else the organization needs. While harder to find than program grants, a growing number of funders recognize that strong organizations need unrestricted support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do unrestricted grants for nonprofits award?

Of the 284 unrestricted grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 10, 2026, 171 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $15K, and the middle half fall between $4,500 and $53K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most unrestricted grants for nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are North Carolina Community Foundation Inc (40), Greater Salina Community Foundation (6), Allegany Franciscan Ministries Inc (4), The Womens Foundation for the State of Arizona (4), and New Profit Inc (3). In all, 208 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are unrestricted grants for nonprofits due?

Of 284 grants listed, 3 accept applications on a rolling basis, 14 have a published upcoming deadline, 67 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 200 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

Why are unrestricted grants hard to find?

Many funders prefer program-specific grants because they can point to tangible outcomes. However, the Trust-Based Philanthropy movement is changing this — more funders now offer general operating support. MacKenzie Scott's no-strings-attached gifts have also shifted norms. Community foundations, corporate sponsors, and earned revenue are other unrestricted funding sources.

Which major foundations give unrestricted grants?

The Ford Foundation moved to primarily general support. The Hewlett Foundation's organizational effectiveness grants are unrestricted. MacKenzie Scott's Yield Giving provides large unrestricted gifts. Many community foundations offer general operating grants. The Kresge Foundation, Packard Foundation, and Open Society Foundations also provide significant unrestricted funding.

How do I find more unrestricted funding?

Look for funders who explicitly mention "general operating support" in their guidelines. Build multi-year relationships with program funders and request unrestricted renewals. Develop earned revenue streams for maximum flexibility. Community foundations, United Ways, and federated campaigns often provide unrestricted annual grants to member agencies.

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