JOE C DAVIS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Joe C Davis Operational Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joe C Davis Foundation Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Joe C Davis Operational Grant provides unrestricted operational support to…
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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FOUNDATION OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF · Rolling / Open Foundation
John Warren Fund Program Name: The Foundation of The Rotary Club of Honolulu - John Warren Fund Overview: Named in honor of Past Club President John Warren, The Foundation of The Rotary Club of…
US $1,000 - US $5,000
NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Johnston County Community Foundation: Unrestricted Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025…
US $1,000 - US $1,500
NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Jones County Community Foundation: Jones County Charitable Giving Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $1,500 Last Updated: February 12,…
US $50,000
HEADWATERS FOUNDATION FOR JUSTICE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Justice and Liberation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Headwaters Foundation for Justice Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Summary The Justice and Liberation Fund Grant, administered…
Kenosha Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kenosha Community Foundation: Unrestricted Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kenosha Community Foundation Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Kenosha Community Foundation offers Unrestricted Grants…
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BUCKS COUNTY FOUNDATION · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
La-Mel Garden Fund Type: Unrestricted Fund Description: A permanent fund established to make annual grants to non-profit agencies serving the Perkasie / Sellersville area of Bucks County. Geographic…
Up to US $40,000
LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lake County Resilience Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: May 22, 2025 Summary The Lake County Resilience Grant…
Up to US $147,593
THE LENNY ZAKIM FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lenny Zakim Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lenny Zakim Fund Amount: Up to US $147,593 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The Lenny Zakim Fund Grant aims to empower grassroots organizations…
US $1,000 - US $3,000
NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lenoir County Community Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Lenoir County…
Up to US $10,000
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
LHGM General Operating Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Larry H Miller & Gail Miller Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 18, 2025 Summary The Larry H. & Gail Miller Family…
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BOONE · April 13, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Lionel Dubay Youth Sports Award Established: 1993 Geographic Scope: Zionsville area, Boone County, Indiana Purpose: Recognizes individuals who have made an ongoing commitment to youth sports in the…
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Longleaf Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Longleaf Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Northeast…
Over $150,000
MARSHFIELD AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
MACFI Scholarships Overview: The Marshfield Area Community Foundation manages over 70 scholarship funds offering over 110 scholarships to high school graduates, nontraditional students, and current…
US $500 - US $2,500
NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Macon County Community Foundation: Unrestricted Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary…
US $1,000 - US $5,000
NORTHERN PIEDMONT COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Madison County Annual Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: August 09, 2025 Summary The Madison County Annual Grant supports…
US $500 - US $1,500
NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Madison County Community Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The Madison County…
10% - 25% of grantee organization's annual budget (with determined cap)
MALIASILI INITIATIVES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Maliasili Conservation Fund (MCF) Overview: A groundbreaking pooled funding initiative launched to provide multi-year, unrestricted support to a portfolio of Africa's leading conservation…
Up to US $100,000
MANY HANDS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Many Hands Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Many Hands Inc Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary Many Hands Grants has awarded over $2.5 million since 2004 to support local…
MARDAG FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Begun in 1969, Mardag Foundation has continued the legacy of its founder, Agnes Ober, who overcame poverty in her early life and whose charitable spirit led her to create a permanent means…
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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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