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2026 Direct Services Grant Program is sponsored by John T. Gorman Foundation. This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Maine that address food insecurity and housing/shelter needs for people experiencing poverty.
It offers both program/project funding and general operating support. Organizations whose sole mission is to serve Maine residents experiencing poverty are encouraged to apply for general operating support.
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Direct Services Grants - John T. Gorman Foundation 2026 Direct Services Grant Program Applications Accepted June 1 – 22: Find out more. By Year...
2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 The Direct Services Grant Program (DSGP) provides funding to non-profit organizations who address food insecurity and housing/shelter needs for Maine people experiencing poverty.
While the DSGP has historically supported a broad range of essential services, the scope of the program has been narrowed in 2026 to respond to an unprecedented level of need for food and shelter in Maine communities, as well as significant reductions in federal and state resources. The 2026 Direct Services Grant Program (DSGP) will open for applications on Monday, June 1.
Applications will be accepted through 5:00 PM EST on Monday, June 22. Go here for more information. Below please find a database of our past grants.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Non-profit organizations that connect people in Maine experiencing poverty to supports addressing food insecurity and housing/shelter needs. Organizations exclusively serving people in Maine experiencing poverty may apply for operating support. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $30,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for 2026 Direct Services Grant Program are due June 22, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
2026 Direct Services Grant Program is funded by John T. Gorman Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Maine. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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Direct Services Grant Program is sponsored by John T. Gorman Foundation. The 2026 Direct Services Grant Program focuses exclusively on services that address food insecurity and housing/shelter needs, responding to the unprecedented level of need in Maine communities. While the focus is on basic needs, the work of the Foundation broadly supports the well-being of children and families.
Direct Services Grant Program (DSGP) is sponsored by John T. Gorman Foundation. The Direct Services Grant Program provides funding to non-profit organizations in Maine addressing food insecurity and housing/shelter needs for people experiencing poverty. The program's scope was narrowed in 2026 to respond to increased need and reductions in federal and state resources.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.