Community Services Funding for Nonprofits from Connelly Foundation
New Jersey and Philadelphia-area nonprofits providing Catholic education, human services, arts access, or civic programs can access funding for programs, operations, direct services, and capital projects through the Connelly Foundation. Organizations serving Camden County communities and demonstrating strong leadership, stability, and a track record of meeting community needs may be competitive applicants.
Connelly Foundation
Fidelity Foundation Capacity-Building Grants in New Jersey
New Jersey 501(c)(3) public charities with $1 million+ budgets seeking major capacity-building projects can pursue funding for capital investments, planning initiatives, or technology projects. Fidelity Foundation supports high-impact arts, education, health, conservation, and economic mobility organizations near Jersey City, including influential community development efforts that strengthen long-term effectiveness and sustainability.
Fidelity Foundation
H Hovnanian Family Foundation Community Grants in New Jersey
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with at least one year of outcomes can seek funding for community development, education, health, arts, entrepreneurship, and related projects in New Jersey, especially Monmouth and Ocean Counties. With a mission to strengthen Armenian and local communities, H Hovnanian Family Foundation provides up to US $10,000 for program-focused initiatives rather than ongoing operational overhead.
H Hovnanian Family Foundation Inc
Pincus Family Foundation Grants for New Jersey Youth
New Jersey 501(c)(3) organizations working with youth in creative arts, education, health, or recreation can seek project, program, or general operating support that strengthens children, families, and communities. Focused on community development, Pincus Family Foundation invites nonprofits serving marginalized youth in New Jersey and other priority regions to begin with an online eligibility quiz, then submit a letter of inquiry year-round.
Pincus Family Foundation
Investors Foundation Community Development Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) public charities working on arts, education, health and human services, youth, or affordable housing can access funding through Investors Foundation to strengthen local communities. Grants support civic-minded initiatives that advance community development, align with UN Sustainable Development Goals, and primarily serve New Jersey, New York City, and Long Island neighborhoods.
Investors Foundation
Early Childhood and Family Services Funding from Turrell Fund
Applications due Aug 3, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) organizations serving children—especially from birth to five—and their families can access funding through Turrell Fund to support early childhood development, K–12 education, arts education, and direct social services. Programs in Essex, Hudson, Passaic, and Union Counties that demonstrate quality, address systemic barriers, and pursue policy or systems change may be competitive.
Turrell Fund
Truist Foundation Support for Workforce Development
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing adult workforce development, career navigation, and AI-readiness services, including those serving New Jersey communities, can seek US $10,000 - US $250,000 through the Inspire Awards. With a mission to build economic mobility, Truist Foundation supports training, upskilling, wraparound services, and small business-strengthening programs across its U.S. footprint.
Truist Foundation Inc
Montclair State University Civic Media Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Montclair State University provides New Jersey community and media nonprofits with funding to pilot civic science media projects that connect scientists, journalists, and local residents. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations or those with a fiscal sponsor can receive up to US $15,000 to co-create stories on issues like climate, public health, AI, and neuroscience that deepen public participation and dialogue.
Montclair State University
Friends Foundation Support for New Jersey Aging
Full proposal due Sep 15, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) charities addressing the needs of older adults can access funding through Friends Foundation for the Aging to run innovative, program-based services rather than capital projects. Organizations serving underserved seniors, supporting caregivers, fostering intergenerational interaction, or coordinating aging-related care in the PA-NJ-NY region may be especially competitive.
Friends Foundation for the Aging
Community Foundation of New Jersey Support
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
New Jersey nonprofit organizations promoting economic empowerment through programs in economic stability, entrepreneurship, workforce development, financial literacy, and access to opportunities can apply for the Empower New Jersey Grant, awarding US $50,000 - US $100,000 for proven projects. This Community Foundation of New Jersey funding may benefit community development efforts across the state.
Community Foundation Of New Jersey
Land O'Lakes Foundation Community Vitality Grants
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) public charities supporting rural community vitality can apply for Land O'Lakes Foundation’s Region Grants, awarding US $1,000 - US $20,000 for local programs and projects. Eligible efforts include ag education, schools, city improvements, fire and ambulance departments, United Way chapters, and economic development in Land O’Lakes dairy communities.
Land O'lakes Foundation
Youth and Community Programs Funding from Cummings Memorial
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
New Jersey and New York City 501(c)(3) nonprofits piloting or expanding youth-focused social welfare, education, or health programs can access funding through Frances & Edwin Cummings Memorial. Grants support new program development, staffing for expansion, capacity building, and consulting, particularly for initiatives serving disadvantaged young people and addressing housing, homelessness, job training, literacy, and health access.
Frances & Edwin Cummings Memorial
Penn National Gaming Community Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, education, health, human services, cultural programs, or veteran support can seek funding to benefit local residents. Grants from Penn National Gaming help eligible organizations in Monmouth and Ocean Counties improve community infrastructure, public safety, housing, economic development, and related neighborhood revitalization efforts.
Penn National Gaming
Youth and Community Funding from Schumann Fund
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting affordable housing, early childhood and youth education, or child welfare and youth justice can apply for grants to strengthen children and families. Schumann Fund for New Jersey backs community organizing, direct programs centered on low-income children and families of color, and policy work that builds healthy, resilient communities.
Schumann Fund for New Jersey Inc.
Citi Foundation Grants for New Jersey Community Development
Pre proposal due Oct 25, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) public charities serving low-income communities with community development, affordable housing, economic development, financial health, or workforce readiness programs can access $1,000,000 in unrestricted support through the Community Progress Makers Fund. Citi Foundation supports community development in New Jersey by also providing technical assistance and peer-learning opportunities over three years.
Citi Foundation
Joseph Robert Foundation Environment Grants in New Jersey
Letter of inquiry due Oct 30, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey working on visual arts, animal welfare, or environmental and sustainability projects can apply for Joseph Robert Foundation grants, with awards up to US $10,000. Funding supports general operations or specific programs, favoring smaller community-based groups that strengthen local quality of life.
Joseph Robert Foundation
American Honda Motor Grants for Workforce Education
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits and schools running manufacturing workforce education programs in New Jersey can apply for American Honda Motor’s Education Pillar Award; awards US $25,000 - US $100,000 for hands-on training. Eligible initiatives build skills in design, data analytics, automation, or AI to strengthen local manufacturing career pipelines and community prosperity.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
American Honda Motor Environmental Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits and eligible schools running environmental programs can apply for $25,000 - $100,000 to support decarbonization, clean energy, and efficient use of natural resources initiatives. Grants from American Honda Motor help communities, including those in New Jersey, fund projects like energy efficiency upgrades, onsite solar or wind, recycling, composting, and greenspace improvements.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Community Foundation of New Jersey Community Grants in New Jersey
Pre proposal due Dec 29, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, and Gloucester counties can seek core mission project funding to expand programs, build capacity, or improve services for women, children, families, education, and community health. Grants from Community Foundation of New Jersey help New Jersey community development groups implement $100,000+ projects aligned with these focus areas within 24 months.
Community Foundation Of New Jersey
Community Development Funding from John Ben Snow Memorial Trust
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
New Jersey 501(c)(3) organizations working on community development, education, youth programs, arts, or related initiatives can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $20,000 to support new or enhanced programs. Focused on education-driven impact, the John Ben Snow Memorial Trust prefers projects in its core regions, including work that improves quality of life for disadvantaged populations.
John Ben Snow Memorial Trust
Community Services Funding from MGM Resorts Foundation
Applications due Mar 8, 2027
Nonprofit organizations providing human services in New Jersey and other MGM regions can seek one-year grants for community programs addressing housing, economic opportunity, K–12 education, family services, food insecurity, health, homelessness, seniors, and veterans. Grants from MGM Resorts Foundation help community development and revitalization efforts that directly serve individuals and families.
MGM Resorts Foundation
Provident Bank Foundation Support for Community Development
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit organizations providing education, human services, or workforce development programs in New Jersey and other Provident Bank branch communities can seek two years of flexible funding for community-enhancing initiatives. Focused on economic self-sufficiency, Provident Bank Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $25,000 for program costs, overhead, equipment, or new program start-up within eligible operating budget ranges.
Provident Bank Foundation Inc
Housing Innovation Funding for Nonprofits from Enterprise
Applications due May 16, 2027
Nonprofits, mission-oriented for-profits, and eligible housing entities with ready-to-scale affordable housing innovations can seek US $2,000,000 grants to expand their impact, including in New Jersey. Enterprise Community Partners and Wells Fargo support solutions in design and construction, finance, or service delivery that increase affordable housing choice for low- and moderate-income residents nationwide.
Enterprise Community Partners Inc
Arts and Culture Grants for Nonprofits from Philadelphia Foundation
Applications due Jun 28, 2027
Nonprofit arts and cultural organizations with $250,000–$5 million budgets and community-engaged artists working with BIPOC and underserved communities in Greater Philadelphia, including nearby New Jersey counties, can seek community-focused support through the Art Works program. Grants from Philadelphia Foundation provide US $75,000 - US $150,000 in two-year, unrestricted funding plus professional development and consulting.
The Philadelphia Foundation
Workforce Development Grants for Nonprofits from Greenspring Advisors
Full proposal due Jun 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey, Maryland, and Pennsylvania working on workforce and economic development can apply for Greenspring Advisors’ Greenspring Grant Program, awarding US $5,000 - US $20,000 for general operations or specific programs. Community development groups focused on job training, job creation, entrepreneurship, internships, or financial literacy may be competitive.
Greenspring Advisors
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from PSEG Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering community development, environmental sustainability, or economic empowerment programs can access funding through the PSEG Foundation’s Neighborhood Partners Program; awards range from US $500 - US $15,000. Eligible programs must operate within PSEG’s listed New Jersey service counties and focus on program support or capacity building, including workforce development, food security, or STEM education initiatives.
PSEG Foundation
US $20,000 - US $1,000,000
New Jersey Community Development Funding via Goldman Sachs Bank
Applications due Jul 25, 2027
Focused on community development, Goldman Sachs Bank invites New Jersey nonprofits to seek funding for affordable housing, essential services, small business growth, and neighborhood revitalization in low- and moderate-income areas. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in Hudson or Essex counties can apply for US $20,000 - US $1,000,000 in general operating support.
Goldman Sachs Bank USA