October Grants for Human Services and Social Welfare

October brings a cluster of meaningful opportunities for nonprofits in human services and social welfare. Most of these close on October 1st, which means the time to move is now. If your organization serves vulnerable populations, families in transition, or communities rebuilding after crisis, there's likely something here worth your attention.

Florida Breast Cancer Foundation: Grant for Florida Nonprofits Serving Breast Cancer Patients

If you're based in Florida and work with breast cancer patients or survivors, the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation is accepting applications through October 1st for grants up to $15,000. They fund three specific areas: living expenses for patients in active treatment, medical items for patients and survivors, and access to advanced diagnostic imaging like 3D mammograms and screening MRI services. You can apply for one or more funding categories through separate applications. Apply here

York County Veterans Outreach: Grant for Nonprofits Serving Veterans and Their Families

Veterans and their families in York County, Pennsylvania have a dedicated funder in York County Veterans Outreach. This grant supports programs and services (not events) that serve the veteran community. Applications are evaluated on need, program uniqueness, and potential for broad benefit to veterans. The deadline is October 1st. Apply here

Chicago Bears: Grant for Chicagoland Nonprofits Addressing Community Needs

The Chicago Bears recognize one nonprofit annually through their $107,000 grant program. They're looking for organizations making a meaningful difference across Chicagoland in four areas: health equity, economic advancement, education, and community safety. Winners are selected with input from the Chicago Bears Season Ticket Holder Committee and recognized at a home game. Deadline is October 1st. Apply here

Bureau of Justice Assistance: Grant for Reentry SUD Treatment Programs Serving Incarcerated Parents

The U.S. Department of Justice is funding treatment and recovery support services for parents with substance use disorders who are under correctional control. This is substantial funding, up to $1,000,000 per award, for programs operating in jail, prison, or as alternatives to incarceration. Services include family-focused SUD treatment, case management, mental health care, and parenting skills training. The goal is reducing recidivism and improving reentry outcomes for parents and their children. Deadline is October 1st. Apply here

APS (Arizona Public Service): Grant for Arizona Nonprofits Serving Communities

Arizona nonprofits addressing education and employment, small business and entrepreneurship, arts and culture, human services, environment, or community development can apply to APS's Community Impact Grants. Additional consideration goes to programs serving under-resourced populations. Note that this is a limited submission opportunity through ASU, so only one application per institution is allowed. Deadline is October 1st. Apply here

Office of Refugee Resettlement: Grant for Nonprofits Providing Child Welfare and Post-Release Services

The Office of Refugee Resettlement is funding organizations that conduct home study evaluations of potential sponsors and provide post-release services to unaccompanied children. This is a large program with significant funding available. Services include in-person home visits, safety assessments, and three levels of case management support. Programs must operate nationwide and use trauma-informed, culturally and linguistically responsive approaches. Deadline is October 1st. Apply here

Catholic Diocese of Madison Foundation: Grant for Catholic Charitable Organizations

Catholic charitable organizations in the Diocese of Madison can apply for aid supporting ministries and programs aligned with the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Funding is directed by the bishop to support charitable work within the diocese. If your organization is a qualifying Catholic charity in the diocese, the deadline is October 1st. Apply here

October is a busy month for human services funding. If you're working in any of these areas and see a funder relationship worth strengthening, reply and let us know. We're here to help you stay close to the funders who care about the communities you serve.

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