27,751 foundations$41.1B total annual giving$10K median grant77 states with funders
Discover 27,751 grantmaking foundations funding human services programs, with combined annual giving of $41.1B. The median grant size for human services is $10K.
Human Services Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
27,751
Total Annual Giving
$41.1B
Total Assets Under Management
$1.2T
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
77
Total Grants on Record
899,346
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Live programs funding human services that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 3 days (Aug 15, 2026)Award: Up to $5K
Youth, Children & FamiliesPublic & Society BenefitHealth & Human Services+1 more
Who can apply: Open to Black-led nonprofits based in Frederick County; must qualify as a 501(c)(3) or be fiscally sponsored by one; not in startup phase (typically operating for less than 2 years); actively providing services during the past year; and have 100% board giving. Moderate to larger organizations should have at least 6 board members; smaller or emergent organizations should have 3-4 board members.
Who can apply: 501(c)(3) human service nonprofits providing programs and/or services in Cumberland County, TN. Must supply audited or approved financial statement, proof of tax-exempt status, budget, IRS Form 990 (or 990-Z), and agree to Review Team visitation.
Who can apply: Open to nonprofits working in Omaha that are new to the foundation or new applicants. First-time applicants are eligible. Organizations should be 501(c)(3) or have a fiscal sponsor. Funding prioritizes systemic change, racial equity, and, in limited cases, culturally responsive direct services meeting unmet needs.
Who can apply: Applicants must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) and classified as not a private foundation under section 509(a). Organizations may submit only one application per year; declined applicants must wait one year before reapplying.
Who can apply: Nonprofits located anywhere in North Carolina serving North Carolinians. Project-specific requests only; not for general operating support, endowment, debt relief, crisis funding, or medical research.
Adult Educational OpportunitiesYouth Mental HealthMitigating the Impact of Climate Change+8 more
Who can apply: Organizations serving communities affected by inequity due to race, gender identity, and/or other historically excluded characteristics; organizations must be accountable to the community being served and demonstrate expertise and impact; in later iterations, WaWF focused on organizations reflective of and embedded in the communities they serve.
The typical Human Services foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 38% of Human Services foundations actively fund new organizations, and 69% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Human Services Grants
How many foundations fund human services?
There are 27,751 grantmaking foundations that fund human services programs across 77 states.
What is the median grant size for human services?
The median grant from foundations funding human services is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest human services foundations?
The largest foundations funding human services by annual giving include SANOFI CARES NORTH AMERICA FORMERLY THE SANOFI FOUNDATION FOR N AMERICA, Genentech Patient Foundation, BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB PATIENT ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION INC, with combined giving of $10.3B.
Which states have the most human services funders?
The states with the most human services foundations are California (2,756), Texas (2,400), Florida (2,076). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find human services grants for my nonprofit?
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