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Grants for Nonprofits & 501(c)(3) Organizations

Explore 8,868 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives spanning 61 grant categories and beyond, updated daily.

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8,868 grants found

Grants to Utah Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Utah nonprofit organizations and governmental units for projects and programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended to support activities in the following areas of focus: education, arts and culture, health and wellness, community, and preser...

GrantWatch ID#: 173527

Grants to South Dakota Organizations to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to South Dakota nonprofit organizations, agencies, schools, and tribes for new and existing programs that enhance the quality of life for local residents. New applicants must register and all applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Programs may fal...

GrantWatch ID#: 173528

In-Kind Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Promote Services and Events in Eligible Locat...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of promotional space to British Columbia nonprofit organizations to publicize artistic, cultural, or community-oriented services or events that are open to the public in eligible locations. Grantees receive free poster space in transit shelters as a...

GrantWatch ID#: 173588

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to enhance the community's quality of life through recreational, educational, and cultural activities. Eligible programs are those that bene...

GrantWatch ID#: 173593

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, and Youth Organizations to Encourage Outdoor Sports

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and youth or family-oriented groups to promote outdoor activities. Funding is intended to encourage outdoor sports, such as hunting, fishing, archery, trapping, and shooting sports. The goa...

GrantWatch ID#: 173599

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Enhance the Understanding and Appreciation of J...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to enhance the understanding and appreciation of Japanese arts and culture. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of the arts, film screening, the performing arts, exhibitions,...

GrantWatch ID#: 173600

Rebates to Maryland Property Owners, Businesses, and Nonprofits for Water Management Projects ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Rebates to Maryland residential property owners, businesses, and nonprofit organizations for water management projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for environmental and landscaping installations and modifications. The goal of the program is to devel...

GrantWatch ID#: 173601

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Faith-Based Organizations, and Agencies for Activities to Benef...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, churches, synagogues, and government agencies for activities that benefit local residents of eligible locations. Previous grants have been awarded to youth sports programs, libraries, and the police department. Applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 173608

Grants to New York City and California Nonprofits for Multi-Generational Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York City and California nonprofit organizations for multi-generational programs in eligible locations. Funding is available for project support, general operating expenses, and capital projects. Eligible applicants must be located in or have signifi...

GrantWatch ID#: 173676

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Benefit Underserved Youth and Children

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for direct services to underserved youth and children. A Letter of Inquiry must precede submission of a full application. Programs should integrate the values of courage, respect, innovation, integrity...

GrantWatch ID#: 173680

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Civil and Human Rights Initiatives

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for social change initiatives. Funding is intended to promote community involvement in civil and human rights issues. Funding may address a wide range of topics, including but not limited to health, housing,...

GrantWatch ID#: 173683

Grants to Canada Nonprofits and Charities to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada nonprofit and charitable organizations and other institutions to respond to community needs. Funding is intended to improve the lives and social well-being of residents. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: env...

GrantWatch ID#: 173734

Grants to California Nonprofits to Advance Health Equity in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations for projects and events that promote health equity in eligible areas. Eligible requests may include but are not limited to health fairs, annual fundraisers, and community health projects. New applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173739

Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible regions to enhance the local quality of life. Funding is intended to address needs in the areas of community, education, health, recreation, social services, environment, and culture....

GrantWatch ID#: 173781

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Benefit Residents in Eligible Com...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects that improve the environment and increase employment opportunities for local residents. Projects must benefit the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173810

Grants to USA LEAs and IHEs to Support School Communities Following Serious Disruptive Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA local education agencies and institutions of higher education to assist the school community in restoring a learning environment following a serious disruptive event. Schools may request short-term assistance to address an acute need as well as longe...

GrantWatch ID#: 173824

Grants to International Individuals and Organizations for Projects to Protect Farm Animals

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations for early-stage animal welfare activities. Funding is intended to support projects that protect farm animals, with a particular preference for anima...

GrantWatch ID#: 173825

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits Staff, Artists, Creatives, and Cultural Practitioners and...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit arts organization staff, artists, creatives, and cultural practitioners and producers in eligible regions for professional development activities. Funding is intended for activities that hone business skills, build administrative cap...

GrantWatch ID#: 173827

Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Schools, Individuals, and Community Organizations for Projects to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations, schools, school districts, neighborhood and homeowner associations, community organizations, and individuals for projects to enhance local communities in eligible regions. Grant funds may be used for materia...

GrantWatch ID#: 173839

Grants to Texas Education-Based Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Improve Internal Systems a...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Texas education-based nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to improve internal systems and operations. Funding is intended to help applicants provide enhanced, higher-quality, and more sustainable services. Eligible applicants o...

GrantWatch ID#: 173840

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Nebraska nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, IHEs, schools, and tribes for arts programming that benefits local communities. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173881

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofit Organizations and Agencies for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government entities for charitable programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that are consistent with the Foundation's mission, values, and vision, and strive to develop local leadership, entrep...

GrantWatch ID#: 173883

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and Public Agencies to Promote Health Care Equity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and public agencies for programs and projects that aim to improve the health of local residents. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full grant proposal. Funding is spe...

GrantWatch ID#: 173890

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Youth Programs and Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for youth programs and services. Organizations should contact the Foundation prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to meet the program and operating needs of organizations serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 173895

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible communities to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of education, community development, arts and culture, historical preservation, medical needs, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173937

Grants to New Jersey Conservancies and Agencies for Land Preservation Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Jersey conservancies and state, county, and municipal governments to protect land and resources in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support conservation efforts and to advance land preservation in the region. Projects can include restrictio...

GrantWatch ID#: 173961

Grants to Arkansas Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs for Programs that Promote Equity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Arkansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and institutions of higher education for programs and activities that promote equity for residents statewide. Funding is intended for bold ideas and community leadership that expand opportun...

GrantWatch ID#: 174049

Grants to Delaware Schools to Provide Arts and Cultural Experiences for PreK-12 Students

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Delaware K-12 schools and public Pre-K programs to provide arts and cultural experiences for students. Funding is intended to support transportation costs associated with field trips to artistic performances, exhibitions, and other arts and cultural even...

GrantWatch ID#: 174054

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits for Health and Wellness Activities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Alaska nonprofit organizations to promote health and wellness in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a broad range of activities, including programs, services, operating support, capacity building, capital projects, technical assi...

GrantWatch ID#: 174102

Grants to Hawaii, Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam Nonprofits for Programs and Projects that...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Hawaii, Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam nonprofit organizations for a broad range of community programs and projects. Funding is intended to address community challenges, enrich the lives of local residents, and increase opportunities for youth and th...

GrantWatch ID#: 174164

Grants to Ontario Aboriginal Communities to Support Participation in the Mining Sector

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario Aboriginal communities for projects to facilitate their participation in the mining industry. Applicants are advised that required registrations take at least three weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to increase communities' understanding of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174347

Grants to Ontario Indigenous Organizations and Communities to Support Participation in Mining ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario Indigenous organizations and communities in eligible locations to increase capacity to participate in mining and mineral projects. Applicants are required to contact program staff and register in the online system prior to submitting an applicati...

GrantWatch ID#: 174348

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Art Collectives, and Artists to Advance First Nations, Inuit, an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, art collectives, and individuals to assist First Nations, Inuit, and Métis art and artists in eligible locations. First-time applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Funding is intended to promote the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174350

Grants and Loans to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Develop Community Facilities in Rural Regio...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and Tribes located in rural areas to support the development of community facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days to complete. Eligible u...

GrantWatch ID#: 174366

Grants to Montana Nonprofits for Health, Wellbeing, and Human Services Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Montana nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local communities. Focus areas include human services, health, and wellbeing. Proposed projects should align with the goal of keeping local residents healthy. Funding is intended to support focuse...

GrantWatch ID#: 174415

Grants to Florida Entities in Eligible Locations to Host Events and Conferences that Promote ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Florida entities in eligible locations to host events and conferences that strengthen local tourism. Funding is intended to assist successful applicants in hosting meetings and conferences that promote the area as an attractive destinati...

GrantWatch ID#: 174444

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Programs and Projects to Benefit Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit residents. Programs must align with one of the following focus areas: education, health and human services, arts and humanities, animals and environment, and community ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174536

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs to Address the Health Needs of...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, schools, and IHEs to address the health needs of local residents. Funding is intended to meet critical needs, take advantage of rising opportunities, conduct innovative activi...

GrantWatch ID#: 174613

Grants to Mississippi Organizations and Businesses to Promote Tourism

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Mississippi organizations and businesses to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for festivals, sports events, and arts and humanities projects. Grants may be used for promotion, performance fees, meals, and/or lodgi...

GrantWatch ID#: 174796

Grants to North Carolina Schools for Arts Education Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Carolina schools in eligible locations for arts education programs. Funding is intended for activities involving cultural providers that benefit students in PreK through Grade 12. Grants may be used to support residencies, assemblies, trips, and p...

GrantWatch ID#: 174834

In-Kind Donations of Books to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies to Supplement Librar...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of books to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges and universities, museums and libraries, and local, state, and federal government agencies to build library collections. The books must be chosen in person by a representative at the fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 174863

Grants to Missouri and Kansas Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Innovative Programs that Benef...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Missouri and Kansas nonprofit organizations for innovative activities that benefit local residents and communities in the company's service area. Priority will be given to requests that address environmental issues and the vitality of the community. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174864

In-Kind Book Donations to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Promote Literacy

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind book donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to supply reading material to underserved communities. The program is intended to provide books to communities, libraries, and schools throughout the world. The purpose of the book do...

GrantWatch ID#: 174877

In-Kind Grants of Networking Equipment to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of technology equipment to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to help increase their productivity, cost-efficiency, and scalability. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. The grant is intended to assist or...

GrantWatch ID#: 175303

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and For-Profits for Sporting Events that Attract Tourists in Elig...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $40,000 per year to Florida nonprofit organizations and businesses for sports events that promote local tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended to attract visitors and increase hotel room occupancy in the area. Grants may be used for local...

GrantWatch ID#: 175386

Grants to Nebraska Entities Running Conferences for EMS Providers to Reduce Attendee Registrat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska entities running conferences for emergency medical service providers to reduce attendee registration fees. Funding is intended to defray the cost of registration fees and tuition. Eligible conferences must meet the following requirements: have a...

GrantWatch ID#: 175406

Grants to Wyoming Nonprofits to Increase Overnight Tourism in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wyoming nonprofit organizations to increase tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support promotional materials and advertising of events and attractions that will attract overnight visitors. Eligible uses of funds include advertising, so...

GrantWatch ID#: 175429

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Address Critical Organizational Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to address critical needs. Funding is intended to assist nonprofits that are experiencing significant organizational changes or financial challenges. Organizations must have been affected by federa...

GrantWatch ID#: 175477

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Individuals for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, groups, and individuals in eligible locations for projects that benefit the community. Applicants may request funding to support social, recreational, and cultural programs; travel; and festivals and use of facilities. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 175533

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits to Meet the Critical and Unanticipated Needs of Residents in Eli...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations in eligible communities to meet critical, unanticipated, one-time needs. Applicants will be asked to explain the goals and activities of the proposed activity. Eligible projects and programs are those that benefit the res...

GrantWatch ID#: 175647
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