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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,480 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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3,480 grants found

Grants to Nova Scotia Entities to Address Economic Opportunities and Challenges

Deadline: 11/10/26 LOI Date: 08/19/26

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GrantWatch ID#: 231877

Grants to Louisiana PK-12 Math and Science Teachers to Purchase Classroom Materials

Deadline: 09/06/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Louisiana PK-12 math and science teachers for classroom materials and equipment. Funding is intended to purchase non-consumable materials and equipment for standards-based, effective, innovative, and high-quality mathematics, science, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 159655

Grants to Alaska Individuals with Disabilities to Acquire, Open, or Expand Small Businesses

Deadline: 09/16/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $12,000 to assist and encourage Alaska individuals with disabilities to engage in new business ventures and expansion opportunities. Applicants must attend an orientation session prior to applying. Funding is intended to help people with disabiliti...

GrantWatch ID#: 176762

Grants and Scholarships to California Nonprofits and Individuals for Blood Banking Programs

Deadline: 08/28/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $35,000 and scholarships of up to $70,000 to California nonprofit organizations, qualifying hospitals, and individuals in eligible regions for programs related to blood banking. Funding may be used for educational programs, scholarships for post-do...

GrantWatch ID#: 181338

Grants to Arizona Teachers to Enhance Wildlife Education

Deadline: 09/01/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Arizona teachers and educational professionals, including government and Indian tribe employees, to enhance wildlife education. Funding is intended to support professional development activities as well as the design and implementation of...

GrantWatch ID#: 187850

Grants to USA School and IHE Educators for Professional Development Activities

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA school and IHE qualifying teachers, instructional support personnel, education support professionals, and groups of educators for professional development activities. Applicants must pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 189519

Grants to USA Educators for Projects that Enhance the Learning Experience for Students

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA qualifying educators, instructional support personnel, and education support professionals at public schools and IHEs to enhance the learning experience for students. Applicants must pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 189520

Grants to USA Teachers and School Personnel to Promote Classroom Equity and Understanding

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA teachers and school personnel for projects that enhance equity and cultural understanding in the classroom. Applicants must pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended to support project-based learning and to assist educators ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195873

Grants to Rhode Island Artists for Project Support

Deadline: 09/13/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Rhode Island artists in eligible locations to create and present new works of art. Funding is intended to support new projects that expand the public’s understanding of the visual arts, especially through collaborations. The goal is to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220816

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals for Arts Initiatives

Deadline: 09/14/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Colorado nonprofit and for-profit entities, cultural institutions, CBOs, and individuals for arts and culture initiatives in eligible locations. Funding may be used for existing and new programs. The goal of the funding program is to con...

GrantWatch ID#: 221097

Grants to North Carolina Public School Entities for Projects to Enhance Equity

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina public school students, staff, families, and community members in eligible areas for projects to enhance equity and opportunities. Proposals must align with the focus areas of empowering youth, strengthening wellbeing, adva...

GrantWatch ID#: 223266

Grants to Indiana Artists and Artist Groups for Public Visual Arts Projects

Deadline: 11/20/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants of $12,000 to Indiana artists and artist groups for visual arts projects in public spaces. Funding is intended for a wide range of project types, including performances, visual art, video, writing, film screenings, media, social practice, public programming...

GrantWatch ID#: 231783

Grants to Hawaii Individuals, For-Profits, and Nonprofits to Benefit Watersheds and Communitie...

Deadline: 10/01/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grants to Hawaii sole proprietors and incorporated for-profits and nonprofits for initiatives to protect watersheds and serve communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of research and data collection, community education ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231804
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Grants to Canada Research Institutions, SMEs, and Researchers for Pharmaceutical Sector Techno...

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to Canada research institutions, small and medium businesses, and researchers at IHEs to create technology that will benefit the pharmaceutical sector. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. The purpose of funding is to dev...

GrantWatch ID#: 223098
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Grants to North Dakota Individuals and Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Charitable Causes

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to North Dakota individuals and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for charitable causes. Funding is intended for scientific, health, education, charitable, and safety purposes in the funding source's service area. All applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225963
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Grants to Alabama Teachers for Classroom Projects

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to Alabama teachers and educators for classroom projects and activities that benefit students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the learning experience for students. The program provides educational classroom grants for teachers at scho...

GrantWatch ID#: 226156
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Grants to Georgia Individuals, Nonprofits, and Families in Eligible Locations for a Wide Range...

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants to Georgia individuals, nonprofit organizations, and families in eligible locations for a wide range of community service projects. Funding is intended for programs focused on education, healthcare, food, disability assistance, and more. Applicants must ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 226381
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Contract to a USA IHE, Corporation, Research Institute, or Consultant to Research

Deadline: 08/20/26

Contract to a USA IHE, corporation, research institute, or consultant to research transit costs for families. Research should develop guidance and means for transit agencies throughout the country to promote, plan, administer, implement, evaluate, and sustain fami...

GrantWatch ID#: 231354
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Grants to Canada Postdoctoral Fellows and Students for Research on Aging and Technology

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants of $50,000 to Canada postdoctoral fellows and students affiliated with a post-secondary institution or representing their own start-up company to advance research on aging and technology. Funding areas of interest include cognitive health, mobility, employm...

GrantWatch ID#: 231626

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits and Artists for Public Arts and Cultural Events

Deadline: 10/02/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, artists, and groups of artists for public arts and cultural events in eligible areas. Applicants must attend a workshop prior to submitting a full application. The purpose of the program is to provide cultural experience...

GrantWatch ID#: 138467

Grants to Canada Researchers for Research in the Social Sciences and Humanities Fields

Deadline: 10/01/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Grants to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible institutions of higher education for research in the social sciences and humanities fields. The purpose of funding is for research into individual behavior and society's behavior as a whole. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 160930

Grants to Rhode Island Artists to Advance Creative Goals

Deadline: 09/01/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Grants of $6,000 per year and in-kind support to Rhode Island artists to advance creative goals and promote professional development. Funding is intended to assist artists who come from a wide range of artistic disciplines. Grantees will receive unrestricted fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 201768

Fellowships to Washington Individuals for Leadership Development and Community Improvement

Deadline: Ongoing Conference Date: 08/20/26

Fellowships to Washington individuals in eligible locations for leadership development and community improvement. Fellows will receive a stipend, coaching, and training, and attend retreats and monthly gatherings. The goal of the program is to bring together a col...

GrantWatch ID#: 205041

Fellowships to USA PhD Scholars for Academic Research Projects

Deadline: 09/17/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Fellowships to USA and territories PhD scholars for academic research projects in the humanities and eligible social sciences. Fellowships are intended to support projects at all stages of development. Eligible proposals for social science research must utilize pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 205458

Opportunity to USA Eligible Female Business Founders to Participate in a Pitch Competition

Deadline: 09/23/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Opportunity to USA eligible female business founders to participate in a pitch competition. Winners of the pitch competition will receive cash prizes and a range of in-kind support. The following industries will be eligible to participate: consumer products, beaut...

GrantWatch ID#: 216912

Fellowships to USA Qualifying Scholars for Social Science and Humanities Research Projects

Deadline: 09/17/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Fellowships of $60,000 to USA qualifying scholars for social science and humanities research projects. Funding is intended to support individuals engaged in full-time writing and research. The applicant's goal should be to produce a significant scholarly work. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 231406

Grants to Colorado Youth Teams for Projects to Address Climate Concerns

Deadline: 09/02/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado youth teams for projects to address climate concerns in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects led by youth ages 15 to 24 related to waste reduction, food preservation, walkability and bikeability projects, tree pla...

GrantWatch ID#: 231410

Grants to West Virginia Teaching Artists and Apprentices for Folk Arts Apprenticeships

Deadline: 09/18/26 Conference Date: 08/20/26

Grants to West Virginia teaching artists and apprentices for folk arts apprenticeships. Funding is intended for partnerships to teach traditional arts in a wide range of disciplines, including dance, music, craft, storytelling, and foodways. Both the teaching arti...

GrantWatch ID#: 231785
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Grants to USA Filmmakers in Multiple States for Pre-Production Assistance

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of $2,500 and grants of $5,000 to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont documentary film producers for support in the early stages of filmmaking. Funding is intended for costs incurred during the early development and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 166563
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Veterinarians and Veterinary Students for Feline Heal...

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $25,000 and grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International veterinarians, post-doctoral fellows, and veterinary students for research projects that address the health needs of cats. All areas of study related to feline health are welcome...

GrantWatch ID#: 175909
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Awards to Indiana Individuals to Honor Volunteerism in the Community

Deadline: 08/21/26

Awards to Indiana individuals to honor volunteerism in eligible locations. The award is intended to recognize individuals who assist others and go above and beyond to improve lives. Consideration is given to individuals who stepped up without being asked to help a...

GrantWatch ID#: 192489
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Grants to USA, Canada, and Int'l Black Women Photographers for Career Advancement

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of $2,500 and in-kind support of camera equipment to USA, Canada, and International Black women photographers to support the advancement of their careers. Funding is available to offset the cost of business expenses and to facilitate the execution of a visu...

GrantWatch ID#: 206748
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Subsidies to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC Taxis for Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicles

Deadline: 08/21/26

Subsidies of up to $5,000 to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC cab owners and operators of wheelchair-accessible taxis for repair and maintenance activities. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 209329
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Grants to Mississippi Art Teachers for Classroom Supplies

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $500 to Mississippi art teachers for classroom supplies. Funding is intended to support visual arts instruction in public, private, and parochial schools. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to paper, paintbrushes, paint, markers, clay, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 215639
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Grants to Maryland Business and Property Owners to Improve Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Maryland commercial property owners in eligible locations for exterior structural enhancements. Funding is intended for facade upgrades including re-painting, windows, doors, shutters, gutters, siding, masonry, lighting, signage, and more. Assistance is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215725
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Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Researchers for Dravet Syndrome Res...

Deadline: 08/21/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International early-career MD and PhD researchers to conduct investigations on Dravet syndrome. Awardees will also be considered for an additional award for postdoctoral excellence. Funding is intended for projects that address the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218482
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Large-Scale Dravet Syndrome Research

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit academic and research institutions for large-scale research projects related to Dravet syndrome. Funding is intended for research led by independent, established, and experienced rese...

GrantWatch ID#: 218549
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Research Related to Dravet Syndrome

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with nonprofit academic and research institutions for research projects related to Dravet Syndrome. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects that investigate hypotheses related to addressing t...

GrantWatch ID#: 218550
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Clinical Dravet Syndrome Research

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit academic and research institutions for clinical research projects related to Dravet syndrome. Funding is intended for projects that address the needs of patients and focus on improvin...

GrantWatch ID#: 218551
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Researchers for Patient-Oriented Research

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career researchers affiliated with nonprofit academic and research institutions for patient-oriented research projects related to Dravet syndrome. Funding is intended for studies that involve direct i...

GrantWatch ID#: 218553
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Grant to a USA, Canada or International Psychologist or Trainee to Support Innovative Research...

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grant of $11,500 to a USA, Canada or International psychologist or trainee to support innovative research projects in an outpatient setting. Funding is intended for direct costs related to documentation, evaluation, and implementation. Eligible applicants are doct...

GrantWatch ID#: 221320
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Opportunity for Wisconsin Business Leaders to Participate in a Training Program

Deadline: 08/21/26

Opportunity for Wisconsin individuals to participate in a training program focused on artificial intelligence. The virtual training program is designed for leaders across various industries. The Program is intended to guide participants through the basics and esse...

GrantWatch ID#: 221430
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Medical Students for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International qualifying medical students to encourage professional and academic development. Eligible applicants are from groups that are underrepresented in the field of medicine. Successful applicants will receive...

GrantWatch ID#: 223185

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Melanoma Research

Deadline: 12/10/26 LOI Date: 08/21/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit research and academic institutions for collaborative translational melanoma research projects. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended for studies conduct...

GrantWatch ID#: 223388
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Opportunity for USA Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Virtual Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/21/26

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs to participate in a virtual business development program. This 8-week program offers workshops, mentoring, strategic workshops, and community networking to promote business growth for early-stage startups. Programming is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224912
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Scholarships and Bursaries to British Columbia First Nations Students for Post-Secondary Educa...

Deadline: 08/21/26

Scholarships and bursaries to British Columbia First Nations students to pursue post-secondary education. Funding is available for Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees, certificates, diplomas, associate degrees, and trade programs, and diploma, undergraduat...

GrantWatch ID#: 229743
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Grants to USA Farmers in Multiple States to Enhance Business Operations

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of $20,000 to Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia farmers in eligible regions to enhance their business operations. This program is intended for beginning, young, or small farming businesses. Eligible uses of funding include, but a...

GrantWatch ID#: 229946
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Grants to Louisiana Artists to Install Interior Artwork in a Nursing School

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Louisiana artists and artist teams to install interior artwork in a nursing school in eligible locations. Funding is intended for suspended or wall-mounted installations that honor the legacy of Black medical professionals and reflect themes of community...

GrantWatch ID#: 230288
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Grant to a Louisiana Artist or Artist Team for Exterior Artwork for a Nursing School

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grant to a Louisiana artist or artist team for exterior artwork at an institution of higher education in eligible locations. Funding is intended for an installation or sculpture that will create a strong visual identity for the nursing school, while reflecting the...

GrantWatch ID#: 230289
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Nonprofits, and For-Profits to Use AI to...

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to employ AI to improve health worldwide. Eligible areas of interest include research, writing, policy analysis, funding new organizations, and supporting direct implem...

GrantWatch ID#: 230363
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What types of grants are available for individuals on GrantWatch?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for individuals across 61 categories, including arts and culture, education, research, health and medical, and community service, along with fellowships, awards, and project-based funding.

Does GrantWatch include college scholarships and fellowships for individuals?

Yes. GrantWatch lists college scholarships and fellowship opportunities alongside grants for artists, researchers, and other individuals, covering undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral funding across a range of fields.

Do individuals need a nonprofit sponsor to apply for grants?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Some grants require fiscal sponsorship through a nonprofit, while others accept applications directly from individuals. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm requirements.

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GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.