Foundation Directory
Grant Funding by Topic
Explore grantmaking foundations across 34 topic areas, population groups, and specialties. Each page includes foundation listings, geographic distribution, grant profiles, and interactive discovery tools.
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Topics & Sectors
Browse foundations by their primary focus area and NTEE category.
Education
Discover foundations funding education programs, from K-12 schools to higher education and scholarship opportunities.46,604 foundations$174.3B in annual giving
Health
Find foundations supporting health programs including hospitals, disease research, mental health, and public health initiatives.28,316 foundations$136.5B in annual giving
Arts & Culture
Explore foundations funding the arts, including performing arts, museums, visual arts, and cultural preservation.21,879 foundations$20.6B in annual giving
Community Development
Browse foundations supporting community improvement, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization programs.6,942 foundations$14B in annual giving
Housing
Find foundations funding affordable housing, housing assistance, and residential development programs.5,870 foundations$21.8B in annual giving
Environment
Discover foundations supporting environmental conservation, climate action, and sustainability programs.7,388 foundations$30.9B in annual giving
Animal Welfare
Find foundations funding animal protection, wildlife conservation, and animal welfare programs.8,151 foundations$10.9B in annual giving
Food & Nutrition
Explore foundations supporting food banks, nutrition programs, and hunger relief initiatives.5,858 foundations$18.9B in annual giving
Mental Health
Find foundations funding mental health services, counseling programs, and behavioral health research.4,086 foundations$4.3B in annual giving
Disaster Relief
Discover foundations supporting disaster preparedness, emergency response, and recovery programs.2,560 foundations$19.2B in annual giving
Sports & Recreation
Find foundations funding youth sports, recreational programs, and athletic development initiatives.9,787 foundations$10.1B in annual giving
Youth Development
Explore foundations supporting youth leadership, mentoring, and after-school programs.8,257 foundations$13.3B in annual giving
Human Services
Find foundations funding social services, family support, and community assistance programs.27,692 foundations$40B in annual giving
Social Justice
Discover foundations supporting civil rights, social equity, and justice reform initiatives.2,764 foundations$5.2B in annual giving
International
Find foundations funding international development, global health, and cross-border humanitarian programs.8,038 foundations$19.8B in annual giving
Faith-Based
Explore foundations supporting faith-based organizations, religious education, and spiritual development programs.20,109 foundations$38.1B in annual giving
Science & Technology
Find foundations funding scientific research, technology innovation, and STEM education programs.1,161 foundations$23.1B in annual giving
Employment & Workforce
Discover foundations supporting job training, workforce development, and employment programs.1,961 foundations$7.1B in annual giving
Research
Find foundations funding medical research, scientific studies, and academic research programs.3,985 foundations$30.9B in annual giving
Cancer Research
Discover foundations dedicated to cancer research, treatment, and patient support programs.1,725 foundations$1.6B in annual giving
Early Childhood Education
Find foundations funding preschool, pre-K, Montessori, and early childhood education programs.Higher Education
Discover foundations funding colleges, universities, and graduate and professional education.K-12 Education
Browse foundations funding elementary and secondary schools, including public, private, and charter K-12 programs.Medical Research
Find foundations funding medical and disease research, clinical studies, and biomedical science.Substance Abuse & Addiction
Discover foundations supporting addiction treatment, recovery, and substance-abuse prevention programs.Domestic Violence
Find foundations funding domestic-violence shelters, crisis services, and survivor support programs.Legal Aid
Browse foundations funding legal aid, civil legal services, and access-to-justice programs.Criminal Justice & Reentry
Find foundations funding criminal-justice reform, prisoner reentry, and rehabilitation programs.Agriculture & Farming
Discover foundations supporting agriculture, sustainable farming, and rural food-system programs.Journalism & Media
Find foundations funding journalism, public media, and press-freedom initiatives.Libraries
Browse foundations funding public libraries, literacy programs, and library development.Civic Engagement & Democracy
Find foundations supporting voter engagement, civic participation, and democracy programs.Wildlife Conservation
Discover foundations funding wildlife conservation, habitat protection, and endangered-species programs.Populations Served
Find foundations that fund programs serving specific communities.
Women & Girls
Find foundations supporting programs for women and girls, including education, health, and economic empowerment.171 foundations$99.9M in annual giving
Single Mothers
Discover foundations providing grants and support programs specifically for single mothers and their families.92 foundations$22M in annual giving
Veterans
Find foundations funding programs for military veterans, including housing, employment, and health services.1,044 foundations$552.7M in annual giving
Seniors & Elderly
Explore foundations supporting senior citizens through healthcare, housing, and community programs.1,660 foundations$1.9B in annual giving
People with Disabilities
Find foundations funding disability services, accessibility programs, and advocacy initiatives.1,423 foundations$579.1M in annual giving
Low-Income Communities
Discover foundations supporting low-income communities through housing, education, and economic development.479 foundations$546.1M in annual giving
Immigrants & Refugees
Find foundations funding immigration services, refugee resettlement, and cultural integration programs.862 foundations$962.7M in annual giving
LGBTQ+
Find foundations funding LGBTQ+ rights, community programs, and advocacy initiatives.190 foundations$80.1M in annual giving
Foster Care
Discover foundations supporting foster care programs, child welfare services, and adoption assistance.307 foundations$136.9M in annual giving
Homelessness
Find foundations funding homeless shelters, housing-first programs, and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness.2,204 foundations$1.2B in annual giving
Youth & Children
Explore foundations supporting children and youth through education, mentoring, and development programs.10,053 foundations$14.7B in annual giving
Childcare
Find foundations funding childcare, day care, and early-care-and-education access programs.Specialty
Explore niche and cross-cutting funding areas.
Scholarships
Find foundations offering scholarship programs for students, including merit-based and need-based financial aid.8,279 foundations$5.5B in annual giving
STEM Education
Discover foundations funding STEM education, science programs, and technology learning initiatives.47,408 foundations$195.4B in annual giving
Entrepreneurship
Find foundations supporting entrepreneurship, small business development, and startup incubator programs.137 foundations$85.4M in annual giving
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