Job Creation and Economic InvestmentWorkforce PreparednessAgriculture+1 more
Who can apply: Eligible applicants are governmental entities and 501(c)(3) organizations. Projects must align with Golden LEAF priority areas and be for charitable, scientific, educational, or tax-exempt public purposes. Competitive projects typically demonstrate measurable outcomes in a priority area.
homelessnesspermanent housinghousing stability+5 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations serving the MIBOR region counties and their request must clearly connect to ending homelessness through permanent housing solutions. The Foundation funds the permanent housing part of programming only, not emergency or temporary housing.
Who can apply: Organization must operate and/or serve clients in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, or Kentucky. Housing and shelter requests are considered from nonprofits serving the Southeast.
affordable housinghousing stabilityhomelessness prevention+4 more
Who can apply: Tax-exempt organizations under IRC 501(c)(3), including public charities as described in IRC 509(a)(1)-(4) and 170(b)-(c); government units, school districts and tribes are also eligible. Fiscal sponsors may apply if they meet eligibility criteria.
Affordable housing developmentAffordable housing preservationRental housing+3 more
Who can apply: Projects across the ARCH region; application materials are available for rental permanent housing, transitional housing, shelter projects, and homeownership projects. ARCH uses Combined Funders Application forms. Applicants must follow the RFP and, in 2026, also submit a LIHTC scoring form from the Washington State Housing Finance Commission.
Affordable housing developmentAffordable housing preservationTransit-oriented development+1 more
Who can apply: Projects in Issaquah may be considered for IHIP funds by completing the 2026 ARCH Housing Trust Fund application. The program focuses on preservation, transit-oriented development, and local partnerships.
The typical Housing foundation awards grants of $11K. Approximately 37% of Housing foundations actively fund new organizations, and 71% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Housing Grants
How many foundations fund housing?
There are 5,874 grantmaking foundations that fund housing programs across 55 states.
What is the median grant size for housing?
The median grant from foundations funding housing is $11K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest housing foundations?
The largest foundations funding housing by annual giving include COMMUNITY SHELTER BOARD, NEW HAMPSHIRE COMMUNITY LOAN FUND INC, THE HOLLAND FOUNDATION, with combined giving of $127.4M.
Which states have the most housing funders?
The states with the most housing foundations are California (612), Texas (430), Florida (408). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find housing grants for my nonprofit?
Kindora's free foundation directory includes 5,874 foundations funding housing with IRS 990 financial data, grant history, and geographic reach. Use the interactive discovery table above to filter by state, foundation type, and grant size. Sign up for a free account to access AI-powered grant intelligence including fit scores and application tips.