Organization Eligibility

  • An organization that is, or is fiscally sponsored by, a 501c3 or City of St. Louis Governmental Entity.
  • Provide services to St. Louis City residents 60 years of age and older.
  • Have demonstrated capacity to carry out program work funded by proposed grant.
  • Have policies and procedures in place to manage finances and can provide documentation of past financials when requested (e.g., financial statements, IRS 990, or other documentation).
  • Grants from Senior Fund are meant to build upon, not take the place of, or supplant, existing funding an organization has to support programs and services for older adults.
  • Fit within the vision and priorities of the Senior Fund as stated in the request for proposals.

Note: Specific funding opportunities may have additional eligibility requirements listed in the RFP.

Award Limitations

There are some things we do not fund—unless otherwise stated in a RFP—including:

  • Grant Awards to Individuals
  • Start-up Organizations
  • Loans
  • Scholarships
  • Travel that is Not Related to Delivery of Services
  • Conferences
  • Research
  • Special Events
  • Film or Video Projects
  • Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities
  • Land or Building Purchases
  • Additions, Renovations, or Repairs to Commercial Buildings

Current Funding Opportunities

Senior and Community Center Grants

Funding to support capital or technology improvements for senior and community centers. Senior and community centers often serve as a hub for older residents to come together for activities that reflect their experience and interests and connect to resources that help them stay healthy and continue living in their home and neighborhood. This funding opportunity is intended to support senior and community centers that are located within the City of St. Louis; have defined geographic service areas; have a strong focus on providing programs and services for older adults; are open to the public; and provide free or donation-based services. Applications were due by February 14 and are currently under review.

Past Funding Opportunities

Vehicle Matching Grants for Organizations

Funding to offer matching support for vehicle purchases for organizations serving St. Louis City residents, 60 years or older. We recognize organizations need reliable and functional vehicles to deliver transportation, meal delivery, home maintenance, and other services for their clients. We’re offering this grant assistance due to rising costs of—and limited resources for—purchasing new or used vehicles for organizations. Funding can be requested to support a portion of the cost of a vehicle purchase for organizations (typically 20%). Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funding budgeted for the fiscal year (July – June) is spent. Review the guidelines for this grant opportunity prior to applying. THIS GRANT CATEGORY IS CLOSED FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE FISCAL YEAR.

Emergency Grants for Organizations

Funding to offer support when organizations serving older St. Louis City residents have an unanticipated event that is beyond the control of an organization, threatens the organization’s ability to operate senior programs and services, and requires urgent or timely action. Funding may support emergency repairs for facilities based in the City of St. Louis, repairs to vehicles used for senior services, or repairs or replacement of small equipment or supplies used for senior services. This funding is not intended to make up for the recent loss of a grant or other funding sources, support ongoing services for clients or general operations, or to address long-term financial crises or funding shortfalls. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funding budgeted for the fiscal year (July – June) is spent. THIS GRANT CATEGORY IS CLOSED FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE FISCAL YEAR.

Fund Defined Grants

Funding awarded to address needs of older St. Louis City residents in specific focus areas determined by Senior Fund Board based on community needs assessments and other sources. Most grant awards under this funding opportunity are awarded for a three-year time period.

View Organizations Who Are Currently Supported with Fund Defined Grants