Public Service and Volunteerism Grants for Nonprofits

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Phoenixville Community Health Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • Annual Grants: May 22, 2026
  • Mini Grants: None
  • Inquiries may be submitted year-round
     
Grant Range:
$1000 - $2214415
Average Grant:
$260652

The mission of Phoenixville Community Health Foundation is to improve the health and quality of life in selected townships and boroughs in the greater Phoenixville area of Chester and Montgomery…

Calgary Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • February 25, March 30, April 22 and May 26, 2026
  • Applications are reviewed around ten times a year
  • Deadlines will be updated when new funding cycles are announced

The Calgary Foundation supports community projects in the Calgary area, including Calgary, Banff National Park, Canmore, Rocky View County, the Municipal Districts of Big Horn, Foothills,…

Headwaters Foundation for Justice

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Application Deadline:

Inquiry Forms: January 28, February 25, March 25, April 29, and May 27, 2026

The Headwaters Foundation for Justice works to amplify community power to advance equity and justice. The Foundation invests in grassroots organizing across Minnesota, supporting organizations on…

Ashoka Changemakers Challenges

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Application Deadline:

Changed by Us: May 29, 2026

Ashoka Changemakers Challenges are competitions designed to connect innovative participants to one another to scale their impact.

The program has several challenges open at any given time.…

Rising Tide Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Clinical Cancer Research: November 23, 2025, and March 9, May 29, and November 23, 2026
Freedom in Practice: Letters of intent are accepted year-round

The mission of the Rising Tide Foundation is to promote freedom to improve the quality of life everywhere. The Foundation supports projects that deliver results for cancer patients and that…

Community Foundation of Marquette County

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Application Deadline:
  • Community Impact Grants: May 31, 2026
  • Basic Needs Grants: September 30, 2026

The Community Foundation of Marquette County is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Marquette County, MI.

The Foundation provides grants to address a wide variety of community…

ABNY Foundation

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Application Deadline:

May 31 and October 31, 2026

The Association for a Better New York (ABNY) is a nonprofit organization that supports the continued growth and vitality of New York City.

In 2026, the ABNY Foundation will provide funding…

James Avery Artisan Jewelry: Forging Hope

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Application Deadline:

Fundraising support: none
Corporate grants: May 31, annually

The James Avery Artisan Jewelry Forging Hope program supports nonprofit organizations located within 50 miles of a retail or corporate…

Public service and volunteerism are the bedrocks of many nonprofit organizations. Many such organizations would be absolutely incapable of pursuing their missions if not for being able to mobilize volunteers. However, hiring, training and organizing volunteers takes a significant commitment of time and money. 

There is where the funding from volunteerism grants can be invaluable. These grants can help cover not only recruiting and training, but also the creation of infrastructure that supports volunteer management, including software. 

There are a variety of organizations that might provide volunteer grants, including many private foundations, such as the Points of Light Foundation. 

When drafting a volunteerism grant proposal, you need to make sure to explain clearly what you’ll be using your volunteer mobilization for. You have to demonstrate there is a clear need in your targeted community, and that your nonprofit needs the help of volunteers to make a real change.

If you need more guidance on writing great grant proposals, make sure to check out our full guide on the topic. You can also browse a selection of volunteerism grants right here, all open for applications.