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Explore 3,472 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for individuals, including artists, teachers, veterans, musicians, scientists, inventors, entrepreneurs, farmers, homeowners, and students pursuing college scholarships and fellowships, operating in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives, updated daily.

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3,472 grants found

Fellowships to California Individuals for Personal Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Fellowships of up to $2,000 to California individuals in eligible areas to take part in an experience that fosters personal development. The purpose of the program is to inspire young women by enabling them to participate in a special experience. Grants will be aw...

GrantWatch ID#: 197541

Opportunity for NYC Seniors and Residents with Disabilities to Maintain Affordable Housing

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for NYC seniors and residents with disabilities to maintain affordable housing. The program is intended to provide a tax credit to allow tenants to avoid rental increases. Applicants must currently live in an apartment that is rent-controlled or rent-s...

GrantWatch ID#: 197586

In-Kind Support of Eye Exams and Glasses to Arkansas PreK-12 Students

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support of eye exams and glasses to Arkansas residents to benefit underprivileged or uninsured PreK-12 students. The purpose of the program is to provide eye tests and glasses at no cost to children and youth from low-to-moderate-income families who would ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197796

Grants to Arkansas Teachers and School Faculty to Assist in the Purchase of Art Supplies

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Arkansas teachers and school faculty members to assist in the purchase of art supplies. Funding is intended to support projects in public schools in low-income areas throughout the state. The purpose of funding is to increase students' access to the arts...

GrantWatch ID#: 197809

Grants to Canada and International Researchers for Training and Career Development in the Area...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada and International early-career researchers to support studies related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Funding is intended for training and career development in the field of ALS research. The purpose of this program is to help researchers ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197944

In-Kind Grants to Kentucky Individuals and Organizations for Local History Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of equipment and training to Kentucky individuals and organizations for oral history projects. Applicants must submit a letter from an accredited Kentucky repository. The grant is intended is to provide audio-recording equipment, recording media, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 197999

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Geophysics and Geology Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for geophysics and geology research. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for a broad range of topics related to ocean basins, margins, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 198009

Grants to USA Optometrists and Optometry Students to Address Critical Needs Due to Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA optometrists and optometry students to meet critical and pressing needs resulting from disasters. The program is intended to assist eye professionals with needs such as clothing, food, and shelter following disasters including, but are not limited to...

GrantWatch ID#: 198147

Grants to USA Authors of Published Works to Provide Emergency Financial Assistance

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA published authors to provide emergency financial assistance. Funding is intended for authors with an urgent need resulting from a medical emergency or natural disaster. Applicants must have published at least one full-length fiction or nonfiction wor...

GrantWatch ID#: 198243

Grants to California Researchers for Projects to Investigate Methods to Control Populations of...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California researchers for projects to investigate methods to control populations of vertebrate pests. Funding is intended for education and research projects to address the impact of pests such as rats, squirrels, mice, rabbits, gophers, birds, voles, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 198262

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research and Exploration Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for research and exploration projects. Eligible projects include fieldwork in the following disciplines: ecology, archaeology, earth sciences, astronomy, paleontology, and biological sciences, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 198287

Grants to Montana Families in Eligible Locations for Financial Assistance with Childcare for Y...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Montana families in eligible locations for financial assistance with childcare for young children. Funding is intended to allow parents to send their children to early childhood programs that would otherwise be unaffordable. Eligible applicants are locat...

GrantWatch ID#: 198296

Grants to South Carolina Commercial Property Owners and Tenants for Building Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to South Carolina owners and tenants of commercial properties in eligible areas for capital projects. Funding is intended to enhance the exterior of buildings, including painting, signage, awnings, doors, windows, lighting, landscaping, acce...

GrantWatch ID#: 198349

Awards to British Columbia Students in Eligible Regions to Recognize Community Volunteerism

Deadline: Ongoing

Awards to British Columbia students in eligible regions to recognize community volunteerism. Awards will honor students who have engaged in community services by volunteering their time, energy, and talent to benefit the well-being of residents. Applicants must li...

GrantWatch ID#: 198371

Grants to Texas Individuals to Benefit Mobility-Impaired Individuals

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Texas individuals in eligible counties to improve the quality of life for individuals with neurological illnesses or injuries. Funding is intended to provide wellness and fitness assistance for mobility-impaired residents to improve their health, functio...

GrantWatch ID#: 198373

Grants to Indiana Veterans in Eligible Locations for Housing Accessibility Adaptations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana individual veterans in eligible locations for housing accessibility adaptations. Funding is intended to help honorably discharged veterans live independently in an environment free of barriers. Grants may be used for bathroom and kitchen renovati...

GrantWatch ID#: 198445

Grants to USA Individuals in Multiple States for Training in Health Information Resources

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA funding source members in multiple states for professional training related to health information resources. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for professional development opportunities such a...

GrantWatch ID#: 198822

Grants to North Dakota Households to Increase Energy Efficiency in Residential Homes

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Dakota residents for home energy efficiency projects. The purpose of this program is to reduce energy expenditures, increase energy efficiency, and promote safety and health in the homes of low-income residents. Funding is intended for capital proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 198882

Financial Assistance to Florida Individuals in Eligible Counties to Cover Utility Bills

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance of up to $500 to Florida individuals in eligible counties to cover utility bills. The program is intended to support residents who have experienced a family or personal crisis and are in danger of being unable to pay for utility services. Appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 198963

Grants to Florida Residents in Eligible Areas to Assist With Utility Payments

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $350 to Florida individuals and households in the funding source's service area to cover residential utilities. Funding is intended to benefit residents who are experiencing financial difficulties and are in need of assistance. Applicants must be t...

GrantWatch ID#: 198964

Financial Assistance to New York Families and Individuals in Eligible Counties to Support Chil...

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance of up to $3,500 to New York families and individuals in eligible counties to support children and young adults with severe illnesses. Funding is intended to help families with expenses related to care for the ill individual, thus allowing fami...

GrantWatch ID#: 199370

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Biological Research Projects Related to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists at nonprofit IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for cooperative international scientific research related to integrative organismal systems. Funding is intended for research projects on behavioral systems, neural systems, plant bioti...

GrantWatch ID#: 199424

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research Projects Related to Manufacturi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists associated with agencies, hospitals, and nonprofit IHEs for innovative collaborative research projects related to manufacturing and engineering. Funding is intended for cooperative international research in manufacturing, biomec...

GrantWatch ID#: 199429

In-Kind Grants to USA Schools and Parents to Provide Underserved K-12 Students with Internet C...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants to USA schools, school districts, parents, and guardians to provide qualifying K-12 students with internet access and software. Recipients will receive free mobile hotspots and internet connections, as well as the opportunity to purchase laptops and...

GrantWatch ID#: 199451

Grants to New York Individuals to Mitigate the Financial Burden of Medical Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York individuals in eligible locations to mitigate the financial burden of medical expenses. Funding is intended to alleviate financial pressure from families who are facing a disease or serious illness. Applicants must explain the health condition o...

GrantWatch ID#: 199496

Grants to Colorado Filmmakers, Production Companies, and Film Industry Professionals to Produc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Colorado filmmakers, production companies, and film industry professionals to produce film projects in the state. The purpose of the program is to foster job creation for local residents, stimulate economic development, and to promote Colorado as a touri...

GrantWatch ID#: 199530

Financial Assistance to USA Veterans to Offset the Cost of Fertility Treatments

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance of up to $10,000 to USA veterans to offset the cost of fertility treatments. Funding is intended to support veterans with fertility challenges related to their service. Additionally, veterans requiring donor embryos, eggs, or sperm, or who are...

GrantWatch ID#: 199816

Grants to Indiana Property Owners in Eligible Locations for Water Quality and Drainage Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana individual property owners in eligible locations for capital projects related to water quality and drainage. The goal of the program is to enhance the quality of life in the local community. Funding is intended for projects related to drainage, f...

GrantWatch ID#: 199882

Grants to North Carolina Property Owners in Eligible Areas for Residential Building Repairs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to North Carolina individual property owners in eligible areas for housing enhancements and renovations. Funding is intended to assist with exterior repairs and upgrades of residential structures, including but no...

GrantWatch ID#: 200015

Grants to Minnesota Organizations, Individuals, Schools, and Groups in Eligible Areas to Benef...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind support to Minnesota individuals, organizations, schools, environmental groups, senior centers, and civic and neighborhood associations in eligible communities for programs and projects that benefit local residents. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 200064

Grants and In-Kind Donations to New Jersey and Pennsylvania K-8 Educators for Student Art Proj...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind product donations to New Jersey and Pennsylvania K-8 individual educators and teams of educators in eligible locations for student visual art projects. The goal of the program is to promote excellence and creative innovation in the classroom. Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 200082

Grants to North Carolina Households in Eligible Locations for Support During Emergencies

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Carolina residents and households in eligible locations for assistance during emergencies. Funding is intended to help income-eligible families who are experiencing a heating or cooling-related crisis, a life-threatening or health-related emergency...

GrantWatch ID#: 200149

Grants to Kentucky Commercial Real Estate Owners, Operators, and Tenants to Renovate Old Infra...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Kentucky commercial real estate owners, operators, and tenants in eligible locations to renovate old infrastructure and support local business growth. Funding is intended for the rehabilitation of dilapidated commercial buildings. The Fac...

GrantWatch ID#: 200154

Grants to California Teachers in Grades 4-6 to Promote Water Education for Students

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California teachers in grades 4-6 in eligible regions for programs promoting water education. Funding is intended to teach students about area-specific water concerns and to encourage them to participate in conservation activities. Eligible teachers are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200267

Grants to Maryland Tech Entrepreneurs to Promote Business Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland technology start-ups and entrepreneurs to promote business development. Funding is intended to establish partnerships with individuals and to help them build successful and sustainable companies. The goal of the program is to assist the next gen...

GrantWatch ID#: 200307

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Cooperative Biological Infrastructure Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists associated with nonprofit IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for cooperative research related to biological infrastructure. Funding is intended for innovative and capacity-building collaborative research to build infrastructure for f...

GrantWatch ID#: 200323

Grants to Texas Businesses and Property Owners to Upgrade Commercial Buildings in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Texas businesses and property owners for structural and exterior enhancements to commercial buildings and properties in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for community beautification projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 200339

Grants to USA Service Members and their Family to Cover Airfare Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA injured, ill, or wounded service members and veterans and their loved ones to cover airfare expenses. The purpose of this program is to provide service members with the unique and critical support of being together with their loved ones. Grants may a...

GrantWatch ID#: 200475

Grants to Kentucky Low-Income Families to Help Pay for Childcare Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Kentucky low-income families to help pay for childcare services. Eligible recipients include but are not limited to working parents who earn a salary below the child care income limits, unemployed individuals, teen parents attending school or a GED progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 200549

Grants to Illinois Property and Business Owners, Tenants, Nonprofit and Private Developers, an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois property owners, tenants, business owners, nonprofit and private developers, and religious organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for expenses related to acquisition, construction, and pre-development such ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200613

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for 3D Computer Graphic Designs

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals studying arts engineering designs, computer graphics, animation, and designs. The purpose of the program is to encourage development and advancements in the 3D industry.

GrantWatch ID#: 200767

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Households in Eligible Locations for Utility Assistance ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Ontario households in eligible locations for utility assistance and energy-saving projects. Funding is intended to assist low-income residents with utility accounts that are in arrears, are at risk of disconnection, or are already dis...

GrantWatch ID#: 200768

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Textile Art Opportunities for Children

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $250 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to support textile art opportunities for children. Funding may be used for yarn, looms, bobbins, shuttles, beaters, and a stipend for the teaching artist. Funding is intended to provide training to teach...

GrantWatch ID#: 200769

Grants to Maryland Artists, Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Schools for Arts Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 and grants of up to $4,000 to Maryland individual artists, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, institutions of higher education, and schools for arts programming. Funding is intended for arts-related programs, events, and activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 200794

Vouchers to Nevada Children to Attend Jewish Early Education Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Vouchers to Nevada children to attend Jewish early education programs for the first time. The purpose of the program is to provide a financial incentive for families to enter their young children into toddler, infant, and preschool Jewish education programs. Vouch...

GrantWatch ID#: 200838

Grants to Ontario Landowners to Help Prepare Properties for Industrial Investments

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario owners of public and private industrial properties for activities that help prepare the land for potential investments. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist industrial landowners ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200848

Technical and Financial Assistance to USA Agencies and Tribes to Protect Land and Infrastructu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Technical and financial assistance to USA and territories governmental and tribal agencies to protect land and infrastructure following a natural disaster. Private and public landowners may apply with a project sponsor. Funding is intended to help communities reco...

GrantWatch ID#: 200893

Grants to Alabama Low-Income Households for Energy-Saving Home Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alabama low-income households for energy-saving home improvement projects. The purpose of funding is to reduce energy bills and improve energy efficiency for families, with an emphasis on families with young children, elderly residents, and individuals w...

GrantWatch ID#: 201053

Opportunity for USA Veterans to Participate in a Business Development Training Program

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA veterans to participate in a business development training program. Successful applicants will participate in the program at no cost to themselves, including travel costs and lodging. Programs consist of an online portion and an in-person resid...

GrantWatch ID#: 201071

Grants to Pennsylvania Families to Cover Medical Expenses for Children With Physical Differe...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania families to cover medical expenses for children with physical differences. Funding is intended for travel costs and indirect and direct medical expenses. In previous years, grants have been awarded to build lifts for a child with mobility is...

GrantWatch ID#: 201097
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