Housing Grants

5,874 foundations$22.3B total annual giving$11K median grant55 states with funders

Discover 5,874 grantmaking foundations funding housing programs, with combined annual giving of $22.3B. The median grant size for housing is $11K.

Housing Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

5,874

Total Annual Giving

$22.3B

Total Assets Under Management

$158.1B

Median Grant Size

$11K

States with Funders

55

Total Grants on Record

137,404

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Open nowCloses in 4 days (Nov 16, 2026)

Housing First Housing Inspector

From Behavorial Health Systems Baltimore

Housing FirstHousing inspectionsBehavioral health+1 more

Who can apply: Eligibility requirements are contained in the RFP; the opportunity is directed to organizations able to provide Housing First housing inspection services in Baltimore City.

Open nowCloses in 12 days (Nov 24, 2026)Award: Varies

Housing for Everyone Program

From Td Charitable Foundation

Affordable housingHousing stabilityHomelessness prevention+2 more

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations working on community-driven solutions related to housing affordability, prevention, stability and long-term housing impact may apply. Detailed eligibility requirements are provided in the Housing for Everyone Guidelines.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Dec 1, 2026)Award: Varies

Housing Grants (Homeless Shelters & Family Housing Organizations)

From El& Bg Lightfoot Foundation C/O Us Bank Na

HousingHomeless sheltersFamily housing+1 more

Who can apply: The applicant must be a 501(c)(3) organization classified by the Internal Revenue Service and engaged in activities that further the protection and preservation of families. The organization must provide housing to financially disadvantaged people in Idaho.

Open nowCloses in 29 days (Dec 11, 2026)May not accept unsolicited proposalsAward: $30K – $1M

Housing Action Fund (HAF)

From Ulster County Economic Development Alliance

Affordable housingWorkforce housingSupportive housing+7 more

Who can apply: Applicants may include affordable housing developers, nonprofit organizations, and individuals proposing eligible housing or housing-related projects in Ulster County. Projects must serve households earning no more than 80% of Area Median Income, use non-fossil-fuel systems and appliances, and remain affordable for at least 50 years. Funds are released after construction permits are issued, and recipients must report annually on progress and affordability.

Open nowCloses Jan 4, 2027Award: $30K – $150K

Housing Partnership Fund

From Fremont Area Elderly Needs Fund

Affordable housingHousing creationCommunity development

Who can apply: Housing developments must be located in Newaygo County, create newly built or converted units that are not currently occupied, serve income-eligible households, and meet local code requirements for a certificate of occupancy. Nonprofit and for-profit developers may apply.

Open nowCloses Jan 22, 2027

Housing Stability Grants (Housing Stability Department / Impact Initiatives)

From Center for Community Recovery Innovations

housing stabilityresident supportcommunity wellbeing+1 more

Who can apply: MassHousing's Housing Stability Department offers funding opportunities to support multifamily borrowers and business partners.

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Largest Housing Foundations

COMMUNITY SHELTER BOARD

COLUMBUS, OH

Annual Giving

$46.8M

Total Assets

$27M

Median Grant

$870K

L41Local
NEW HAMPSHIRE COMMUNITY LOAN FUND INC

CONCORD, NH

Annual Giving

$41.8M

Total Assets

$237.4M

Median Grant

$241K

L20National
THE HOLLAND FOUNDATION

OMAHA, NE

Annual Giving

$38.7M

Total Assets

$38.2M

Median Grant

$85K

L80ZLocal
ACH CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES

FORT WORTH, TX

Annual Giving

$27.3M

Total Assets

$68.9M

Median Grant

$279K

L99Local
THE FAIRNESS PROJECT

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$26.9M

Total Assets

$4.3M

Median Grant

$258K

L50National
GEORGIA HAP ADMINISTRATORS INC

ATLANTA, GA

Annual Giving

$19.1M

Total Assets

$28.7M

Median Grant

$1.4M

L02Local
The Resurrection Project

CHICAGO, IL

Annual Giving

$17.8M

Total Assets

$54.2M

Median Grant

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L20ZLocal
Destination Home SV co Silicon Valley Community Foundation

Mountain View, CA

Annual Giving

$17.6M

Total Assets

$86.6M

Median Grant

$20K

L11Local
NATIONAL EQUITY FUND INC

CHICAGO, IL

Annual Giving

$17.5M

Total Assets

$122.2M

Median Grant

$20K

L20National
PARTNERS FOR HOME INC

ATLANTA, GA

Annual Giving

$16.7M

Total Assets

$52.5M

Median Grant

$254K

L41Local

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Where Housing Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

613

Total Giving

$704.6M

Foundations

430

Total Giving

$327.8M

FloridaView all
Foundations

408

Total Giving

$240.2M

New YorkView all
Foundations

385

Total Giving

$448.3M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

291

Total Giving

$406.5M

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

258

Total Giving

$198M

Foundations

257

Total Giving

$213.4M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

249

Total Giving

$170.6M

MichiganView all
Foundations

158

Total Giving

$97.5M

WisconsinView all
Foundations

148

Total Giving

$100.5M

VirginiaView all
Foundations

148

Total Giving

$148.6M

GeorgiaView all
Foundations

147

Total Giving

$216.6M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

138

Total Giving

$57.9M

MissouriView all
Foundations

135

Total Giving

$111.3M

MinnesotaView all
Foundations

131

Total Giving

$138.7M

Types of Foundations in Housing

Family Foundation1,981 (33.7%)

$642.9M in annual giving

Independent Foundation1,370 (23.3%)

$562.5M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit727 (12.4%)

$1.7B in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation336 (5.7%)

$58.6M in annual giving

Faith-Based Foundation232 (3.9%)

$381.2M in annual giving

Requires Review206 (3.5%)

$2.2M in annual giving

Community Foundation156 (2.7%)

$104.7M in annual giving

Other866 (14.7%)

$18.9B in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in Housing

Median Grant Size

$11K

New Grantee Rate

37%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

67%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical Housing foundation awards grants of $11K. Approximately 37% of Housing foundations actively fund new organizations, and 67% 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 (613), Texas (430), Florida (408). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find housing grants for my nonprofit?
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