As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 2,558 Capacity Building Grants — 473 open right now, across 360 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $3B. The next application deadline is October 21, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
EH27 Ryan White: Ending the HIV Epidemic is a grant opportunity from the Ohio Department of Health. Administered through the Ohio Grants Partnership (grants.ohio.gov).
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) of the U.S. Department of State announce an open competition for organizations to submit applications to…
🏛 Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement📋 CFDA 19.705⏰ Nov 9, 2026💰
$750,000 – $1,100,000
The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support veterans and eligible military spouses by offering services that address barriers…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry⏰ Nov 10, 2026💰
up to $200,000
The PFE: Research Initiation in Engineering Formation (PFE: RIEF) program has two goals: 1) Support research in the Professional Formation of Engineers (PFE), and 2) Increase…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.041⏰ Nov 10, 2026💰
from $200,000
The NLGCA Program, under assistance listing number 10.326, will assist NLGCA institutions in maintaining and expanding their capacity to conduct education, research, outreach, and integrated activities…
🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture📋 CFDA 10.326⏰ Nov 10, 2026💰
$30,000 – $750,000
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), including all of its Institutes and Centers, plans to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity inviting eligible colleges, universities, and…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.859⏰ Nov 10, 2026
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) seeks to advance its mission by continuing support for a Clinical Research Network on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.855⏰ Nov 10, 2026
Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) solicits research projects that investigate actionable synthetic vulnerabilities that can be conditionally paired with…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.395⏰ Nov 11, 2026
The intent of the grant is to expand capacity for English language services for providers working with asylees, refugees, and migrants. With this funding, adult education…
The National Leadership Grants for Museums program (NLG-M) invests in projects that address critical needs of the museum field. NLG-M projects have the potential to advance…
🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services📋 CFDA 45.312⏰ Nov 13, 2026💰
$50,000 – $750,000
The Native American Basic Grants (NAB) program assists eligible Native Communities in establishing, sustaining, and improving library services and operations with their communities. As information needs…
🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services📋 CFDA 45.311⏰ Nov 13, 2026💰
$6,000 – $10,000
The Native Hawaiian Library Services (NH) program is designed to assist Native Hawaiian serving organizations in sustaining and improving library services with their communities. As information…
🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services📋 CFDA 45.311⏰ Nov 13, 2026💰
$50,000 – $150,000
National Leadership Grants for Libraries (NLG-L) projects enhance the quality of library services nationwide. The program supports projects that: promote adult reading, and health and financial…
🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services📋 CFDA 45.312⏰ Nov 13, 2026💰
$25,000 – $1,000,000
The Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Services program (NANH) supports Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and organizations that primarily serve and represent Native Hawaiians in sustaining…
🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services📋 CFDA 45.308⏰ Nov 13, 2026💰
$5,000 – $250,000
Grantoria currently lists 2,558 capacity building grants, of which 473 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 21, 2026 — about 1 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 2,558 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.
