2,560 foundations$19.2B total annual giving$9K median grant53 states with funders
Discover 2,560 grantmaking foundations funding disaster relief programs, with combined annual giving of $19.2B. The median grant size for disaster relief is $9K.
Disaster Relief Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
2,560
Total Annual Giving
$19.2B
Total Assets Under Management
$37.6B
Median Grant Size
$9K
States with Funders
53
Total Grants on Record
39,544
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Open nowCloses in 4 days (Jul 1, 2026)Award: Up to $1K
Hawai‘i REALTORS® Charitable Foundation — Community Support (Food Security / Housing / Disaster Relief)
Who can apply: Homeowners and renters in Hawai'i affected by the qualifying disaster event described on the application page. Applications are reviewed by the Hawai'i REALTORS® Charitable Foundation and are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis within the stated application window.
Education (youth development, early childhood, financial education, workforce development, women’s empowerment)Safe and Affordable Housing (community development, maintenance/renovation, homebuyer programs, temporary housing/shelter)Basic Human Services (food and nutrition, fuel assistance, domestic violence programs, basic necessity assistance, health services)+1 more
Who can apply: Registered 501(c)(3) organizations (municipalities considered in specific circumstances), mission/services aligned with Foundation focus areas, provides services within Northwest Community Bank communities. The Foundation does not fund political organizations/candidates, activities for religious purposes contingent on religious participation, individual endeavors, organizations using a fiscal agent, or other excluded categories listed on the Foundation page.
Who can apply: 501(c)(3) organizations engaged in disaster relief work. Must have active tax-exempt status and demonstrate effective management and use of funds.
RecyclingSTEM educationManufacturing education+5 more
Who can apply: Grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations in U.S. communities where Ball operates. The Foundation focuses on specific, measurable projects and programs. Funding to individual schools is limited. The Foundation generally does not fund individuals, religious groups for religious purposes, medical research, capital campaigns, travel, lobbying, unaccredited schools, or organizations for which it would be the sole funding source.
disaster recoveryfacility repairmaterials replacement+2 more
Who can apply: Open to districts and individual federated garden clubs or circles in good standing with the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. Eligible projects must relate to disaster recovery categories listed in the program. Funds are for direct expenses or reimbursement of disaster relief project costs.
disaster reliefnatural disastersemergency response+1 more
Who can apply: Requests must be initiated by a written request from a District Governor to the International Foundation. The project should benefit at least 100 community members and include a narrative of the need and project, an estimated number of recipients affected, the name of the nonprofit for which aid is requested, and a statement from the nonprofit describing the need.
The typical Disaster Relief foundation awards grants of $9K. Approximately 67% of Disaster Relief foundations actively fund new organizations, and 91% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Disaster Relief Grants
How many foundations fund disaster relief?
There are 2,560 grantmaking foundations that fund disaster relief programs across 53 states.
What is the median grant size for disaster relief?
The median grant from foundations funding disaster relief is $9K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest disaster relief foundations?
The largest foundations funding disaster relief by annual giving include NETWORK FOR GOOD, THE BREAST CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC, UNITED WAY FOR SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN, with combined giving of $420.4M.
Which states have the most disaster relief funders?
The states with the most disaster relief foundations are New York (261), Pennsylvania (224), Texas (217). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find disaster relief grants for my nonprofit?
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