2,955 foundations$19.4B total annual giving$9K median grant64 states with funders
Discover 2,955 grantmaking foundations funding disaster relief programs, with combined annual giving of $19.4B. The median grant size for disaster relief is $9K.
Disaster Relief Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
2,955
Total Annual Giving
$19.4B
Total Assets Under Management
$38.5B
Median Grant Size
$9K
States with Funders
64
Total Grants on Record
12,052
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Disaster reliefLong-term recoveryCommunity resilience+2 more
Who can apply: Eligible proposals are evaluated based on community need, alignment with recovery and resiliency priorities, available funding and potential impact. The content does not provide additional eligibility requirements or grant amounts.
Youth serviceMission workHumanitarian outreach+3 more
Who can apply: Individual young people ages 14–24 in the greater Adams County region may apply for local, national, or international service projects overseen by a church, school, or nonprofit. The application must identify the sponsoring organization, describe the project and motivation, provide total costs, and explain plans to raise the applicant's share. Awards are paid to the sponsoring charitable organization and are the last-dollar source.
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.
Animal welfareArts and cultureChildren and youth+7 more
Who can apply: Qualifying nonprofit organizations may apply for charitable projects benefiting the Outer Banks. Projects may address any charitable focus area and have no restrictions on scope or focus; applicants should review OBCF grant guidelines and contact staff before applying.
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 reliefGarden club facilitiesCommunity landscapes+3 more
Who can apply: A district or individual federated garden club or circle in good standing with the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. may apply. The applicant must participate in some aspect of the project. Funding is not provided for markers, flower shows or NGC/FFGC educational opportunities, salaries, personal benefits, political action programs, capital drives or building funds, scholarships or endowments, private gardens or landscapes, lawsuits, or reimbursement of fees for completed projects.
The typical Disaster Relief foundation awards grants of $9K. Approximately 40% of Disaster Relief foundations actively fund new organizations, and 73% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Disaster Relief Grants
How many foundations fund disaster relief?
There are 2,955 grantmaking foundations that fund disaster relief programs across 64 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 $421.7M.
Which states have the most disaster relief funders?
The states with the most disaster relief foundations are New York (261), Pennsylvania (225), 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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