Basic Human Needs Grants
About This Grant
Deadlines: November 12, 2026, February 11, 2027, May 13, 2027, August 12, 2027, November 11, 2027, by 4:00 p.m.
Eligibility: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations that focus on basic human needs, such as food, shelter, healthcare and clothing. The organizations we consider for support are located primarily in Montgomery, Miami, Greene, Preble and Warren (north) counties.
Grant Summary
Basic Human Needs Grants is a The Dayton Foundation grant providing funding that varies by award for nonprofit. Applications are due 2026-11-12 (closing in 15 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations that focus on basic human needs, such as food, shelter, healthcare and clothing. The organizations we consider for support are located primarily in Montgomery, Miami, Greene, Preble and Warren (north) counties.
How to Apply
Not stated by funder
2026-11-12
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Basic Human Needs Grants from The Dayton Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to The Dayton Foundation before the deadline.
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Basic Human Needs Grants: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Basic Human Needs Grants?
Basic Human Needs Grants is offered by The Dayton Foundation. The listing names these applicant types: nonprofit. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. The funder's eligibility section is the authority, so confirm your organization type, location, and the population or project served against it before applying.
How much funding does the Basic Human Needs Grants provide?
The Dayton Foundation does not publish a set award amount for Basic Human Needs Grants, so award sizes vary. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs, and confirm the expected range with the funder.
When is the Basic Human Needs Grants deadline?
Applications for Basic Human Needs Grants are due 2026-11-12 (closing in 15 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, The Dayton Foundation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Basic Human Needs Grants?
To apply for Basic Human Needs Grants, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from The Dayton Foundation.