Grant guides
Funding programs for small nonprofits
One guide per program. We publish a figure only after it's verified against the primary source — you'll see the badge and the date on every one.
Grants actually built for very small nonprofits
Most 'grants for small nonprofits' lists point at funders that quietly exclude tiny orgs. These three are the real thing — designed for organizations under $50K, some with no 501(c)(3) required. Verified to each funder.
VerifiedCorporate & retailer grants (the most accessible cash)
Local store-level grants are the single most reachable cash for a small nonprofit — Walmart's is open right now. Here's who's live, what they fund, and the ones with poor odds. Verified to each funder.
VerifiedLocal foundations, unrestricted money & getting found
The best money for a small nonprofit often can't be applied for — it comes from local funders and donors who find you. Here's how that world works, and how to become findable. Verified figures throughout.
VerifiedRotary, Lions, Elks & Kiwanis: partner money
Service clubs give millions to local causes — but almost never to outside nonprofits directly. The move is to partner with a local club. Here's how each one works. Verified to each organization.
VerifiedThe federal money a small nonprofit can actually reach
Most federal grants are out of reach for a volunteer-run org — but not all. Here are the realistic paths, plus how to turn your volunteers into documented match. Verified to .gov sources.
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