grants-for

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

Explore 8,965 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.

Recipient type
State / Region
Nationwide / International
Grant category
Funding source type

8,965 grants found

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs to Enhance the Local Community

Deadline: 01/03/27 Conference Date: 10/08/26 LOI Date: 10/30/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs to enhance the local community in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding may be used for programming and capital projects. Eligible activities im...

GrantWatch ID#: 151210

Grants to Canada and International Researchers to Address Global Concerns

Deadline: 12/03/26 Conference Date: 10/08/26

Grants to Canada and International researchers in eligible regions affiliated with post-secondary institutions or Indigenous nonprofit organizations to address global concerns. Funding is intended for individual research by Canadians as well as collaborative resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 221579

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Community Betterment Projects

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support innovative approaches to addressing community needs and finding solutions to cri...

GrantWatch ID#: 129376

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits to Support the Performing Arts Sector

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to California nonprofit arts organizations serving eligible locations to support the performing arts sector. Grants are currently intended for new and continuing programs, operating and program support, and collaborative projects. The goal ...

GrantWatch ID#: 134953

Grants to Iowa Organizations to Attract Visitors and Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Iowa public and private organizations for a broad range of activities that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support events and activities in the areas of education, culture, arts, and recreation. The purpose of the pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 147379

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Improve Access to Legal Services

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations to improve access to legal services. Funding is intended to enhance the delivery of legal services to the poor, promote knowledge and awareness of the law, and improve the administration of justice. Pro bono programs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 148955

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Capital Projects, New Programs, and Operating Support

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to improve the lives of residents in eligible locations. Funding may be requested for capital projects, new programs, or operating support. Priority is given to applications that address the focus areas of arts and cultu...

GrantWatch ID#: 156027

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Individuals for Family and Community Programs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, volunteer-led neighborhood groups or associations, and individuals for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that build, support, and strengthen fa...

GrantWatch ID#: 161765

Grants to USA Organizations to Foster Economic Self Sufficiency for Women and Girls in Eligibl...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to USA organizations for programs that benefit women and girls in eligible regions. Funding is intended to help women and girls advance in the areas of education, career, character and leadership development, and business development. Proposals must benefit...

GrantWatch ID#: 162241

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits for Charitable Activities that Benefit Youth

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for charitable activities that make a positive community impact, with preference given to applicants providing services for local youth. Past funded proposals have included iniatives in the areas of literacy, education, hig...

GrantWatch ID#: 164175

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Enhance Health and Wellness

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to enhance the health and wellness of residents in eligible regions. Priority is given to programs and activities that focus on substance use disorder (emphasizing the opioid epidemic); mental health...

GrantWatch ID#: 165906

Awards to Louisiana Individuals and Entities for Exceptional Humanities Achievements

Deadline: 10/09/26

Awards to Louisiana individuals and organizations to recognize outstanding achievements in the humanities field. Awards are intended to honor contributions in the following categories: lifetime achievement, documentary photography, documentary film, museum exhibit...

GrantWatch ID#: 167217

Grants to Kansas and Missouri Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Kansas and Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit women and girls in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support activities that promote positive societal change and advance educational opportunities for women and girls. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 173617

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Projects that Address the Needs of Women and Girls

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for activities that address the needs of women and girls in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that are urgent, timely, or impactful and may be used for activities in the areas of self-es...

GrantWatch ID#: 174809

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits to Promote Health and Wellness

Deadline: 12/11/26 LOI Date: 10/09/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for new and existing programs that address local healthcare needs in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to promote health and we...

GrantWatch ID#: 174827

Grants to Kentucky County Farm Bureaus for Agricultural Education Projects

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $500 to Kentucky county Farm Bureaus for PreK-12 and adult agricultural education projects. Funding is intended to support projects that engage target audiences and increase interest in the food and fiber system. Priority will be given to applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 174916

Grants to Washington Medical Research and Social Service Agencies for Research and Humanitaria...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington medical research and social service agencies for medical research, community humanitarian services, and services to individuals with physical or mental disabilities in eligible regions. Organizations must operate within or sign...

GrantWatch ID#: 174938

Grants to Connecticut and New Jersey Entities for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Connecticut and New Jersey nonprofit organizations, municipalities, schools, and religious organizations for community benefit programs and capital needs in eligible communities. Priority areas of funding include housing and rehabilitati...

GrantWatch ID#: 175377

Grants to Michigan Organizations to Improve Knowledge and Understanding of the Legal System

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Michigan organizations for projects and activities that improve residents' knowledge and understanding of the justice system. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that educate adults and children about their legal responsibilities and right...

GrantWatch ID#: 178162

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Tourism in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit and for-profit organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for capital improvements, marketing campaigns, events, festivals, or product development that increase visitation from outside the area, res...

GrantWatch ID#: 178419

Grants to Idaho and Wyoming Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Idaho and Wyoming nonprofit organizations and government entities to benefit local communities in eligible locations. This program empowers local youth to evaluate applicants, learn about community needs, and direct funding to awardees. G...

GrantWatch ID#: 178490

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs to Benefit Youth

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and schools for activities to benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that address the needs of young people in the community. Funde...

GrantWatch ID#: 178749

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Programs and Services that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 01/08/27 LOI Date: 10/09/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for services that benefit residents in eligible communities. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of health, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 179262

Grants to Alberta and Northwest Territories Individuals and Organizations for Community Projec...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Alberta and Northwest Territories individuals, groups, and organizations for original projects that positively impact local communities. Focus areas include but are not limited to arts and culture, education, community and sports, healthcare, women's org...

GrantWatch ID#: 181205

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Community Services

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for services that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support activities and programs in the focus areas of arts and culture, education and youth, responsible and ethical journalism, human services, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183322

Grants to British Columbia Municipalities and First Nations to Strengthen Community Relationsh...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to British Columbia municipalities and First Nations for events that improve community interaction and foster dialogue. Funding is intended to strengthen connections and build relationships through forums between local governments and local First Nations le...

GrantWatch ID#: 185330

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits for Programs that Address Local Housing Needs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations for projects that respond to housing concerns in local communities in eligible areas. Funding is intended to assist organizations with programs that address housing needs and homelessness. Eligible applicants are located ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186507

Grants to New York Nonprofits, Agencies, Churches, and Schools for Youth Programs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, government agencies, churches and religious organizations, and schools for youth programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support organizations that provide initiatives and programs that benefit local youth...

GrantWatch ID#: 186690

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, Churches, and Schools to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations, including government agencies, academic institutions, churches, schools, and foundations, for projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Preference will be given to projects that include col...

GrantWatch ID#: 187715

Grants to Oregon Agencies, Tribes, and Unincorporated Community Groups for Economic and Commun...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Oregon local government agencies, tribes, and unincorporated community groups to promote economic and community development in eligible locations. Some requests require applicants to contact staff in order to apply. Funding is intended to support plannin...

GrantWatch ID#: 188043

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations for programs that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and services that are available and open to all members of the community. Eligible applicants operate in the...

GrantWatch ID#: 188906

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for innovative programming and capital improvement projects in the areas of education, food security, health, social isolation, and ho...

GrantWatch ID#: 190876

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Early-Career Psychologist for Research Studies Relate...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grant of up to $3,750 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career psychologist affiliated with a nonprofit institution or government agency for trauma-related research projects. Funding is intended to support innovative studies that aim to relieve trauma. Prop...

GrantWatch ID#: 191523

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Host or Enhance Athletic Events

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations to host or improve athletic events throughout the state. Funding is intended to encourage communities to attract and support sporting events that will positively impact the economy through participant spen...

GrantWatch ID#: 191887

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Kentucky nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that benefit residents and improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Priority funding is intended for activities within the focus area of arts, culture, civic benefit, education, and soc...

GrantWatch ID#: 195890

Grants to USA Faculty at Nonprofit Institutions for Research and Education Related to Petroleum

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to USA early-career faculty members at nonprofit academic institutions for research related to petroleum. New applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Eligible applicants are scientists and engineers who are within the first three ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198584

Grant to a Washington, DC, Virginia, or Maryland Nonprofit to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grant of up to $15,000 to a Washington, DC, Virginia, or Maryland nonprofit organization to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for new and early-stage programs addressing gaps in financial development, education, and professional de...

GrantWatch ID#: 204580

Grants to Michigan Principal Investigators for Research Related to Craft Beverages

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Michigan principal investigators at nonprofit and for-profit organizations, academic institutions, and trade organizations for research related to craft beverages. Eligible projects are related to the following research priorities: agricultural products ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210534

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Faith-Based Entities to Benefit Seniors ...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities for activities that benefit older adults in eligible counties. Funding is intended for services and programs that offer care to seniors with a financial need. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 210736

Grants to Iowa Youth and Youth-Serving Organizations for Climate-Related Projects

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa youth and youth-serving organizations for climate-related projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to empower youth ages 15-24 to plan and implement climate-related projects that benefit the public and align with the local...

GrantWatch ID#: 215015

Cooperative Agreements to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and IHEs to Develop Gene Ther...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and IHEs to develop gene therapies for rare diseases. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to deve...

GrantWatch ID#: 218342

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Disease Research, Veterans' Support and Disaster Relief

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects in the areas of disease research, wounded veterans, disaster relief, and support for the public broadcasting system. In the focus area of disease research, funding is intended to support activities to...

GrantWatch ID#: 218617

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Health and Wellness in Eligible...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to address health and wellness needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance access to healthcare, provide early childhood support, prevent violence, and mor...

GrantWatch ID#: 220579

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Support of Veterans and Active Military

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations for support of veterans and active military. Funding is intended for providing direct help in areas of emergency assistance, housing, job training, and other programs that meet the urgent needs of veterans...

GrantWatch ID#: 222711

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits, Government Institutions, and Civic Organizations for Projects to...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Georgia nonprofit organizations, government institutions, and civic organizations for projects to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to provide financial assistance and address the charitable needs of individu...

GrantWatch ID#: 226392

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Betterment Projects

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for community betterment projects serving residents in eligible locations. Focus areas of interest include, but are not limited to, education, health, arts and culture, human services, and historic pre...

GrantWatch ID#: 226737

Grants to Ohio Individuals and Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ohio individuals and grants of up to $10,000 to Ohio nonprofit, community, and civic organizations to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for donations to needy families and to support...

GrantWatch ID#: 227599

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Researchers for Innovative Nurse Anesthesiology Research

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA and Puerto Rico researchers in the nurse anesthesiology field for innovative research projects. Funding is intended for a range of research projects, but technology solutions are particularly encouraged. Eligible costs include travel...

GrantWatch ID#: 227643

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico CRNA Researchers to Study Evidence-Based Practices Across Sites

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 10/09/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico CRNA researchers for collaborative research projects to study evidence-based practices across multiple sites. Applicants must complete a pre-screening process prior to applying. Funding is intended for broad research that can inform n...

GrantWatch ID#: 227644

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Researchers in Academic Institutions for Research on the Nurse A...

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 10/09/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico researchers in academic institutions for collaborative research projects related to the nurse anesthetist workforce. Applicants must complete a pre-screening process prior to applying. Funding is intended for research that will focus ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227645
GrantWatch Intelligence™ Uncover best-fit funders faster. Let GrantWatch Intelligence do the searching, so you can focus on applying. Try GrantWatch Intelligence →

How to Find & Apply for Nonprofit Grants in Your Area

Securing grant funding starts with identifying opportunities where your mission aligns with the funder's core objectives. Use the GrantWatch directory filters above to narrow your search by category, funding source, and deadline, covering education, healthcare, social justice, capital support, and operating expenses. GrantWatch.com provides subscribers with the most grants for nonprofits and small businesses, including funding for your nonprofit, 501(c)(3), NGO, education, religious or community organization, municipality, small business, individual, or tribal nation. Beyond grant search, GrantWatch is a full grant lifecycle platform, supporting every stage from prospecting through post-award reporting, with the Grant Prospecting Dashboard and Grant Funding Pipeline to track opportunities, GrantWatch Intelligence™ to uncover best-fit funders faster, and the AI Grant Writing Tool to accelerate proposal development.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to search or apply for grants on GrantWatch?

A free GrantWatch account includes newsletter updates, access to grant listings, and light use of the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, Claim Your Profile, and AI Grant Writing Tool features. To fully search, filter, and track grants as a serious grant seeker, a MemberPlus+ subscription is required. GrantWatch does not charge a fee to apply for a grant directly with a funding source, and never requires payment in exchange for a guaranteed award.

What types of nonprofit grants are available on GrantWatch?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for nonprofits across 61 categories, including Education, Health and Medical, Housing, Arts and Culture, Youth and At-Risk Youth, and Community Services, along with operating support, capital campaigns, and program expansion funding.

How often is the GrantWatch grant database updated?

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.

Can newly formed 501(c)(3) organizations apply for these grants?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm whether your organization qualifies.