Capacity Building Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 2,575 Capacity Building Grants — 486 open right now, across 360 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $3B. The next application deadline is October 26, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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2,575total grants
486open now
360agencies
$1K–$3Bfunding range
Oct 26next deadline
OPEN Very_hard to apply

Genesis Mission Graduate Fellowship Pilot

American scientists and engineers will power the super intelligence (SI) revolution in science and innovation through the Genesis Mission.  DOE SC hereby invites applications from United…

🏛 Office of Science 📋 CFDA 81.049 ⏰ Jan 12, 2027 💰 $20,000,000 – $20,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Social Psychology

The Social Psychology Program at NSF supports theoretically focused empirical investigations that advance fundamental social psychological explanations of human behavior, attitudes, and experience. Synopsis The Social…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Jan 15, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program (HTPCP)

The purpose of the Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program (HTPCP) is to support community-based projects that promote access to preventive clinical and public health services…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.110 ⏰ Jan 20, 2027 💰 $75,000 – $75,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Nutrition Training Program

The purpose of this program is to improve the nutrition and overall well-being of mothers, children, and families. MCH Nutrition Training Programs will provide interdisciplinary graduate…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.110 ⏰ Jan 20, 2027 💰 $550,000 – $735,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH)

The Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH) Program establishes adolescent and young adult (AYA) health graduate training programs that aim to expand access to high quality,…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.110 ⏰ Jan 20, 2027 💰 $400,000 – $459,370
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OPEN Hard to apply

Fetal, Infant, and Child Death Review Program

This program will support coordinated leadership and technical assistance to state, local, and tribal fetal infant and child death review (FICDR) teams to ensure a standardized and coordinated approach for quality fatality reviews, data…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.110 ⏰ Jan 20, 2027 💰 $5,149,000 – $5,149,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Cybersecurity Innovation for Cyberinfrastructure (CICI)

The objective of the Cybersecurity Innovation for Cyberinfrastructure (CICI) program is to advance scientific discovery and innovation by enhancing the security and privacy of cyberinfrastructure. CICI…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Jan 20, 2027 💰 up to $1,200,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

HIV/AIDS Clinical Trials Network Laboratory Centers

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) seeks to advance its mission by supporting four Clinical Trials Networks (CTNs) each comprised of a Leadership…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.855 ⏰ Jan 22, 2027
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Frequently asked questions

How many capacity building grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 2,575 capacity building grants, of which 486 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is October 26, 2026 — about 4 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for capacity building grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but capacity building grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, 501(c)(3) Public Charity, Tribal Nation and Public Authority. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $3B, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse capacity building grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Capacity Building grants

Capacity building grants support organizations in strengthening their infrastructure, skills, and operational capabilities. With 2,575 active grants in this category, funders like the National Institutes of Health and Administration for Community Living prioritize initiatives that enhance institutional effectiveness, workforce development, and long-term sustainability across nonprofits and academic institutions.

Most capacity building awards fall between $200,000 and $640,000, with 92% using competitive applications. Typical recipients include 501(c)(3) public charities, public universities, and private universities serving low-income communities, rural areas, and people with disabilities—particularly in public health and education. Filter by organization type, geographic focus, and industry to find the best matches for your organization's development goals.