Human Services Grants in District of Columbia

636 foundations fund human services programs in District of Columbia. See who they are, what they give, and how to reach them.

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These foundations have a track record of funding human services work in District of Columbia, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.

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A.A. Van Elslander Foundation Annual Grant Program (Annual Inquiry Window)

From Aa Van Elslander Foundation

ChildrenHealthHuman services+3 more

Who can apply: Organizations must be nonprofit entities qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, located within Michigan and benefiting Michigan communities. Grants must serve charitable purposes and public benefit, and organizations may not discriminate based on age, creed, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The foundation generally does not fund capital projects unless initiated by the Foundation, fundraising events or conferences, individuals, K-12 schools, secondary schools or universities, lobbying or political campaigns, religious purposes unless initiated by the Foundation, units of government, or veterans organizations.

Open nowCloses in 4 days (Oct 1, 2026)

Recipient Application

From Rollie and Barbara Anderson Family Foundation

Christian valuesEvangelistic Christian beliefsEducation capital projects+7 more

Who can apply: Must be a qualified 501(c)(3) charity. Organizations that support evangelistic Christian values and beliefs are preferred.

Open nowCloses in 8 days (Oct 5, 2026)

Community Grants Program

From Felix E Martin Jr Foundation

Economic developmentQuality education and trainingCommunity development and quality of place+3 more

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations, churches, and government entities may apply for new or expanded projects benefiting Muhlenberg County and addressing its educational, civic, or cultural needs.

Open nowCloses in 13 days (Oct 10, 2026)Award: $25K+

General Grants LOI (General requests over $25,000)

From Warren Alpert Foundation

General educationBasic human servicesPublic health

Who can apply: Applicants seeking general funding over $25,000 must submit an LOI describing the program, perceived need, goals and methodology, estimated budget, timeline, and contact information. Indirect costs of up to 15% of direct costs are allowed.

Open nowCloses in 18 days (Oct 15, 2026)May not accept unsolicited proposals

Social Justice & Civic Affairs (Local)

From Naomi and Nehemiah Cohen Foundation

Social justiceAffordable housingHomelessness+3 more

Who can apply: Organizations that received a Foundation grant in the previous year may submit a proposal, provided they submit a narrative and financial report on activities supported by the Foundation's most recent grant. Priority is given to comprehensive programs aligned with the District of Columbia's Homeward DC strategic plan. Unsolicited requests from organizations without an existing funding relationship are not accepted.

Open nowCloses Oct 31, 2026

Doyle Foundation Grant Program

From Doyle Foundation

Community bettermentEducation and advancementHealth and human services+2 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations incorporated in the United States. Organizations may apply for only one project at a time. Complete proposals must be submitted in the required online format and include organizational documents, project details, budget, board approval minutes, IRS determination letter, articles of incorporation, bylaws, annual financial report, and IRS Form 990 when applicable.

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Largest Human Services in District of Columbia Foundations

BLUE MERIDIAN PARTNERS INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$352.9M

Total Assets

$2.1B

Median Grant

$2.2M

P12National
DELIVERING GOOD INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$132.4M

Total Assets

$3.2M

Median Grant

$52K

P190National
FARMLINK PROJECT

LOS ANGELES, CA

Annual Giving

$106.7M

Total Assets

$9.5M

Median Grant

$138K

P20National
WORKMONEY FOUNDATION INC

MILWAUKEE, WI

Annual Giving

$69.6M

Total Assets

$12.7M

Median Grant

$11.1M

P51National
THDF II Inc DBA The Home Depot Foundation & Homer Fund

Atlanta, GA

Annual Giving

$69.4M

Total Assets

$267.4M

Median Grant

$104K

P60Regional
CAMELOT COMMUNITY CARE INC

CLEARWATER, FL

Annual Giving

$64.1M

Total Assets

$67.8M

Median Grant

$112K

P200Local
TIDES CENTER

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Annual Giving

$55.3M

Total Assets

$297.4M

Median Grant

$44K

P20National
NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$54.8M

Total Assets

$280.5M

Median Grant

$39K

P220National
WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT INC

JACKSONVILLE, FL

Annual Giving

$48.5M

Total Assets

$526.8M

Median Grant

$200K

P60National
POSSIBILITY LABS

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Annual Giving

$47.9M

Total Assets

$45.9M

Median Grant

$100K

P20National
National Council of YMCAs of the USA

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$44.1M

Total Assets

$260.5M

Median Grant

$34K

P270National
DALIO FAMILY FUND INC

WESTPORT, CT

Annual Giving

$40.2M

Total Assets

$4B

Median Grant

$100K

P20Regional
Democracy Fund Inc

Washington, DC

Annual Giving

$37.7M

Total Assets

$15.8M

Median Grant

$150K

P20National
SEA CHANGE FOUNDATION

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Annual Giving

$37.4M

Total Assets

$208.5M

Median Grant

$1.3M

P20National
American Action Network Inc

Washington, DC

Annual Giving

$36.2M

Total Assets

$17.4M

Median Grant

$873K

P20National
COVENANT HOUSE

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$32M

Total Assets

$161.9M

Median Grant

$1.7M

P300National
AREA RESOURCES FOR COMMUNITY & HUMAN SERVICES

ST LOUIS, MO

Annual Giving

$28M

Total Assets

$11.7M

Median Grant

$156K

P80Local
EDWARD CHARLES FOUNDATION

BEVERLY HILLS, CA

Annual Giving

$24.5M

Total Assets

$63.5M

Median Grant

$22K

P99National
THE FOODBANK OF MONMOUTH AND OCEAN COUNTIES INC D/B/A FULFILL

NEPTUNE, NJ

Annual Giving

$24.4M

Total Assets

$40.5M

Median Grant

$39K

P99ZLocal
MARGUERITE CASEY FOUNDATION

SEATTLE, WA

Annual Giving

$24.3M

Total Assets

$876.6M

Median Grant

$50K

P12National
EASTER SEALS INC

CHICAGO, IL

Annual Giving

$23.9M

Total Assets

$40.9M

Median Grant

$57K

P80National
INTERCHURCH MEDICAL ASSISTANCE INC

BALTIMORE, MD

Annual Giving

$23M

Total Assets

$71.1M

Median Grant

$288K

P20National
THE TIMASHEV FAMILY FOUNDATION C/O CARMEN & PEARL CPA

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$22.1M

Total Assets

$34.5M

Median Grant

$275K

P20National
Alianza Nacional de Campesinas Inc

Oxnard, CA

Annual Giving

$20.6M

Total Assets

$7.8M

Median Grant

$375K

P84National
MARIE LAMFROM CHARITABLE FOUNDATION TRUST

WILSONVILLE, OR

Annual Giving

$20.5M

Total Assets

$374.9M

Median Grant

$25K

P20Local

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