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

Explore 8,766 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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8,766 grants found

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Community Impact Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for community impact projects. Funding is intended for activities and projects within the focus areas of health, community development, arts and culture, civic affairs, education, recreation, and welf...

GrantWatch ID#: 180821

Grants to Saskatchewan Schools for Educational Arts Programming

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan schools for arts education programming. Funding is intended for artist residencies that help to enhance arts education and increase student engagement. The purpose of this program is to enable K-12 schools to hire local artists. Professional...

GrantWatch ID#: 180985

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Musical Performances

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, theater companies, educational organizations, and individuals for musical performances and projects. Funding is intended for a broad range of expenses related to performances, research, and publicat...

GrantWatch ID#: 181056

Grants to Georgia Organizations, Schools, and IHEs to Promote Golf Programs for Female Players

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Georgia schools, IHEs, and organizations to promote golf programs that benefit women and girls. Funding is intended to support the purchase of uniforms, equipment expenses, teaching aids, and entry fees for teams and groups that develop and advance the g...

GrantWatch ID#: 181316

Grants to Mississippi Nonprofits and Agencies for Activities to Promote the Arts

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Mississippi nonprofit arts organizations and government entities for professional development opportunities and capacity-building efforts. First-time applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding may also be used to hire ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181375

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Humanities Programming

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies for humanities projects and programs benefitting audiences within the state. Possible project formats include but are not limi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181565

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs that benefit local residents. Applicants should contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities and projects within the focus areas of education, social service...

GrantWatch ID#: 181696

Grants to Montana Nonprofits for Community Enhancement Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Montana nonprofit organizations for community enhancement projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for sustainable, charitable, and ongoing projects in the areas of community enhancement and education, natural resources, recreation, culture, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 181806

Grants to Saskatchewan Artists, Arts Professionals, and Schools to Enhance Art Experiences in ...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan artists, arts professionals, K-12 schools, and Band schools to enhance art experiences in classrooms. Funding is intended to support research, the development of projects, and relationship-building between potential partners. Eligible activi...

GrantWatch ID#: 184399

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible locations for projects to benefit the local community. Previous recipients include local elementary schools, a recreation center, a senior citizen center, a business association, a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187184

Grants to Maine Nonprofits for Programs to Improve Community Health Needs

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations to enhance the health and well-being of communities throughout the state. Funding is intended for programs and initiatives to improve the quality of life and health of residents, particularly for underserved populations. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 187712

Grants to Wyoming Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Youth Organizations for Activities to Ben...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Wyoming nonprofit organizations, agencies, public schools, and youth organizations for activities to benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the categories of arts, education, athletics and sports, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 191406

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, Faith-Based Organizations, and Schools to Benefit Residen...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government entities, faith-based organizations, and schools in eligible areas for projects and programs to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for activities that will have a positive and meaningful impact on the co...

GrantWatch ID#: 191913

Grants to North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota Nonprofits to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in eligible regions for a wide range of projects and programs to benefit the community. Focus areas include education, health and human services, environment, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 191933

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Projects that Benefit the Community

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of $10,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support smaller nonprofit organizations in the areas of basic needs, seniors, education, and youth. The grant program aims to redu...

GrantWatch ID#: 192352

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs that Benefit Local Youth in ...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and faith-based entities for programs and projects that benefit youth in eligible regions. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Priority funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 192460

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Benefit Seniors

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to serve seniors. Applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support projects that:

GrantWatch ID#: 192500

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Research Projects to Enhance the Well Being of Older Adults

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to conduct applied research projects that have direct and immediate implications on the older adult population, ages 65 and older. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Eligible projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 192501

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Professional Training and Education Projects for Those Working wi...

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for professional training and education projects that significantly focus on staff and personnel working with seniors. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Eligible projects are those t...

GrantWatch ID#: 192502

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits, Healthcare Providers, and Schools to Improve Health Outcomes

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, faith-based entities, veterans' groups, and schools to improve health outcomes. Funding is intended to build capacity or enhance services, in alignment with the Foundation's strateg...

GrantWatch ID#: 196876

Grants to Michigan Entities for Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and tribal entities for diversity and inclusion initiatives in eligible counties. Funding may be used for educational programs, general operating support, ev...

GrantWatch ID#: 197704

Grants to Oklahoma Youth Groups, Chapters, and Clubs for Projects that Address Community Hunger

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Oklahoma youth groups, 4-H chapters, and FFA clubs for projects that address food insecurity and hunger in local communities. Funding is intended for service-learning projects focused on developing and implementing sustainable food produc...

GrantWatch ID#: 197721

Grants to Alabama Organizations for Forestry-Related Educational Programs for Students

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Alabama organizations for forestry education programs that benefit students in kindergarten through 8th grade. Funding is intended for projects that teach children about the state's forests and explain how correct forest management can bala...

GrantWatch ID#: 198206

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in communities served by the funding source. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the areas of families and communities, education, and wellness. The funding source seeks to improve local c...

GrantWatch ID#: 198475

Grants to USA Courts, IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, Individuals, and Agencies to Address Issu...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA courts, IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, individuals, and government agencies to address issues with the national court system. Applicants are required to submit a concept paper prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 198876

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Address the Needs of Residents Across the State

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life for residents. Funding is intended for activities and projects in the focus areas of shelter, food, healthcare, and other basic needs. On occ...

GrantWatch ID#: 199247

In-Kind Support to California Teachers for Supplies Related to STEM Classes

Deadline: 11/01/26

In-kind support to California K-12 teachers in eligible regions for supplies related to STEM classes. Any number of teachers from the same school may apply for assistance. All materials received through the program must support STEM classwork. All funding is to be...

GrantWatch ID#: 199550

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based entities, and schools to meet community needs in eligible counties. Applicants must submit a letter of interest before applying. Community improvements in the areas of ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 199781

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Projects to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based organizations, schools, and park districts for projects and programs to benefit residents in eligible regions. Previously funded projects include scholarships funding, supplies for a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201340

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit the Local Community in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit the local community in eligible regions. In the past, funding has supported programs that benefit youth, underprivileged residents, military personnel, veterans, and activities related to sports....

GrantWatch ID#: 202291

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Enhance Animal Welfare Throughout the...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to enhance animal welfare throughout the state. Priority will be given to projects that benefit underserved areas of the state, capital improvements to facilities, and projects that create and mainta...

GrantWatch ID#: 206022

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Well-Being of Animals

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects and programs to improve the well-being of animals. Funding is intended for activities that help to end the cruel treatment of pets and wildlife as well as informational pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 206023

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits for Programs and Projects to Benefit Children

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit children in eligible communities. The purpose of the program is to enhance the quality of life for children by enhancing their physical, mental, and emotional health. Eligible programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 206070

Grants to USA K-12 Schools to Enhance Science Education in Multiple States

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA K-12 schools to enhance science education in multiple states. Eligible schools are located in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Washington, D.C. Funding is intended to develop n...

GrantWatch ID#: 206673

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, and Oregon nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects to benefit residents in eligible communities. Projects must improve the physical, educational, civic, s...

GrantWatch ID#: 206756

Grants to USA Organizations, Community Groups, and Institutions in Multiple States for Science...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Delaware organizations, community groups, clubs, and other institutions for science-related programming. Funding is intended to support the development of pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 206886

Grants and In-Kind Donations to New York Businesses, Organizations, and Individuals to Improve...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 and in-kind donations to New York businesses, organizations, families, and individuals to address community needs, community wellness, and environmental stewardship in eligible regions. Eligible requests include gift basket donations, beer d...

GrantWatch ID#: 207091

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligible Com...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to support programs that focus on educational, charitable, and character-building purposes. Grants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207315

Grants to Montana Nonprofits, Agencies, and School Districts to Enhance the Local Quality of L...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Montana nonprofit organizations, Tribes, government agencies, and school districts for projects to enhance the quality of life of local communities in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support creative solutions to community prob...

GrantWatch ID#: 208693

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support Healthcare for Disadvantaged Women

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support healthcare for disadvantaged women. Funding is intended for activities related to reproductive rights. The purpose of the program is to educate women regarding their reproductive health options. Pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 209650

Grants to Connecticut Entities to Strengthen Operations and Support Humanities Programming

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and municipalities to strengthen operations and promote humanities programming. Funding is intended to help humanities-based organizations think strategically, better understand their...

GrantWatch ID#: 209726

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies in Eligible Locations for Community Bene...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for programs and projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for charitable activities and initiatives that improve the quality of life for residents in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209784

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs and projects in eligible regions to benefit local residents. Applicants should address the issues emphasized in the Foundation's mission statement. Funding is intended to support projects in a variety of fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 210228

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits for Activities that Benefit Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects in a range of focus areas, including health care, social welfare, children’s needs, and, on a limited bas...

GrantWatch ID#: 210948

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and For-Profits for Workforce Development Programs

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maryland for-profit entities and nonprofit organizations for employee training programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to help local employers become more productive and competitive. Training must be intermediate or advanced ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211122

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life of Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects that address community needs and improve the quality of life for residents. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 212516

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits and Neighborhood Associations for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Arizona nonprofit organizations, neighborhood associations, and community groups for environmental projects in eligible areas. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to create green spaces along the ci...

GrantWatch ID#: 212605

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Local Governments, and Tribal Governments to Host Event...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Tribal governments to host events in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support major national and international sporting and cultural events. Events should attract international at...

GrantWatch ID#: 214459

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits to Promote the Arts and Maintain Parks in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 03/01/27 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations to promote the arts and preserve parks in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life through support of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215436

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies to Support Scholarships for Peo...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Virginia nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions to establish scholarships for people with disabilities. The scholarships are intended to help individuals with developmental disabilities atte...

GrantWatch ID#: 215448
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