Community Grants for Nonprofits and Grassroots Organizations
GrantID: 20027
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
Several grant opportunities are available to support organizations working to strengthen local communities. These grants are generally intended to enhance community well-being, foster innovation, and address pressing social needs. Funding is primarily targeted toward nonprofit and grassroots organizations, while individuals are usually not eligible.
One area of focus is housing insecurity and homelessness. Grants in this category are intended to help organizations provide direct services, develop affordable housing solutions, and prevent homelessness. Eligible organizations typically include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and community groups, including those that partner with a fiscal sponsor. These grants are awarded on a recurring annual cycle, providing ongoing support for programs that aim to create housing stability and improve community resilience.
Another focus area is small nonprofit capacity building. These grants support organizational development in areas such as leadership training, technology upgrades, staffing growth, partnership development, coalition building, and initiatives to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion. Eligible applicants are nonprofits with modest annual revenues or regional grassroots organizations. Funding in this category often provides approximately $10,000 per year for up to three years, allowing organizations to plan for sustained growth and long-term impact.
Both types of grants are designed to create meaningful change by investing in organizations that deliver direct services and strengthen community networks. By focusing on nonprofit and community-led initiatives, these grants help improve access to essential services, support innovative programs, and build organizational capacity. Ultimately, they aim to foster more resilient, thriving communities, enabling organizations to expand their reach, improve effectiveness, and address critical needs in a variety of areas including housing, health and human services, education, and community development.
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