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

Explore 8,755 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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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Public Institutions for Community Services in Eligible ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and public institutions for community services in eligible locations. Focus areas include health and human services, community development, workforce development, education, housing, the environment,...

GrantWatch ID#: 161608

Grants and Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Community Impact Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and sponsorships to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs and services that impact local communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support community impact projects a range of focus areas, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161609

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Programs to Address Unmet Needs in Eligible Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that address unmet needs in communities in eligible locations. Areas of focus include education, health and wellness, social and civic services, arts and culture, and/or recreation. The Foundat...

GrantWatch ID#: 161614

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Programs to Positively Impact Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of financial literacy, economic self-sufficiency, and professional de...

GrantWatch ID#: 161615

Grants to Israel Nonprofits to Assist the Homeless, Individuals with Disabilities, and Women a...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Israel nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of the homeless, those with physical or mental challenges, and women and girls who have been victims of abuse. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry in advance of a full proposal. Consideration will b...

GrantWatch ID#: 161639

Grants to Maine Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Support Education, Economic Development, C...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs that serve the needs of local communities. Grants may take the form of donations or sponsorships, and are intended to support activities in the areas of cultural and civic initiatives, job ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161659

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects that Benefit Local Residents in Eligible ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible locations for projects and programs that benefit local residents. The Foundation funds a wide variety of charitable activities, including education, health care, cultural arts, and public ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161696

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible Counties

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations for innovative programs that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible counties. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of education, elder care, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161726

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits for Urgent Community Needs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations to address urgent needs in eligible locations. Grant funds may be used for unexpected circumstances or for emerging and time-sensitive opportunities for programs and services. Funding is intended for infrequen...

GrantWatch ID#: 161728

Grants to Illinois Agencies, Nonprofits, and IHEs to Develop Recreational Areas and Facilities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois government agencies, transportation and park districts, nonprofit organizations, and IHEs for projects to develop recreational areas and facilities in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support the acquisition and enhancement of publicly ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161855

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits and Public Entities for Recreational and Environmental Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Illinois nonprofit and public organizations for events and programs to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support virtual and in-person events involving physical activity, such as biking, walking, hiking, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161857

Grants to Michigan and Ontario Nonprofits to Promote Cultural Vibrancy and a Healthy Ecosystem

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan and Ontario nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that focus on arts and culture, sustainable busine...

GrantWatch ID#: 161944

Grants to California Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to benefit the community. Funding is intended to support sustainable and impactful proposals with an emphasis on projects and issues designed to transform everyday life. Applications are encouraged...

GrantWatch ID#: 162055

Grants to Ohio IHE Faculty Members and Students for STEM Program Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio faculty members and students at institutions of higher education to create new and innovative STEM curricula. Funding is intended to enhance STEM education in disciplines related to aerospace and space exploration. Preference will be...

GrantWatch ID#: 162144

Grants to Ohio IHE Faculty Members for Informal STEM Education Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ohio IHE faculty members for educational programs in STEM disciplines. Funding is intended to support informal programs related to aerospace and space exploration. Preference will be given to collaborative activities that involve multiple...

GrantWatch ID#: 162146

In-Kind Support to Colorado Community Cultural Groups in Eligible Regions for Performance Space

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to Colorado community cultural groups in eligible regions for performance space. The program is intended to provide rent-free performance space for cultural performances. Eligible applicants must be 18 years or older. The performance must be provid...

GrantWatch ID#: 162147

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, Libraries, Hospitals, and Schools for Programs that Be...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, hospitals, and libraries for projects and programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that fall into the focus areas of civic engagement, improvi...

GrantWatch ID#: 162150

Grants to USA, India, and South Africa Nonprofit and For-Profit Social Enterprises to Benefit ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, India, and South Africa nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises for initiatives to benefit children and families living in urban poverty. Areas of focus include education, health, and family economic stability. Funding is intended for proposals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162173

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Kentucky nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to enhance the local quality of life. Priority will be given to programs in the areas of social services, community development, and education. Secondary consideration will be given to programs addres...

GrantWatch ID#: 162176

Grants to Maryland and Israel Nonprofits to Promote Human Rights and Social Justice

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland and Israel nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that promote human rights and social justice in eligible regions. Local funding is intended to support a wide range of projects in one of the following focus areas: educational opportu...

GrantWatch ID#: 162198

Grants to Massachusetts K-12 Schools and Nonprofits to Promote Financial Literacy and Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and K-12 public and private schools for programs that promote financial literacy and education in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that cover topics such as investing, saving, banking, money, borrow...

GrantWatch ID#: 162216

Grants to Missouri and Kansas Nonprofits for Community Enrichment Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Missouri and Kansas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for community enrichment and education programs. The purpose of funding is to enhance economic opportunities for underserved and low-income communities. The Foundation concentrates its phi...

GrantWatch ID#: 162230

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies for Research Addressing Equit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research programs that address equitable healthcare policies and practices. A letter of inquiry is required before being invited to submit a full grant proposal. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 162242

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits for Educational and Cultural Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs that enhance educational and cultural opportunities for residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities that address humanitarian needs and encourage an appreciation for the county...

GrantWatch ID#: 162246

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin Nonprofits to Address Homelessness

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to address and prevent homelessness. The purpose of this program is to improve the lives of individuals, families, and children who are homeless. Eligible organizations serve homeless indi...

GrantWatch ID#: 162269

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Capacity Building Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for capacity development projects. Funding is intended to support transformative initiatives in the areas of planning and technology as well as capital projects that increase the long-term effectiveness of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162291

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Education, Health, and Children's Programming

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs. Focus areas include PreK-12 education, children's wellness, and healthcare. The Foundation prioritizes projects that encourage collaboration, increase innovation, and create a meaningful and las...

GrantWatch ID#: 162295

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits for Activities to Benefit the Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the areas of health, education, arts and culture, recreation, human services, community and civic programs, and rel...

GrantWatch ID#: 162304

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Serve Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects to improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Focus areas include economic development, health, education, hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 162317

Grants to USA Public Schools to Rebuild Library Collections in the Wake of Natural Disasters, ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA public K-12 schools in multiple states to rebuild school libraries in the wake of a disaster. Funding is intended to help school libraries that incurred damage due to natural disasters, terrorist attacks, or fire. Funding is intended for the replacem...

GrantWatch ID#: 162395

Grants to Michigan and Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Michigan and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and government agencies for a wide range of community benefit programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the local quality of life. Eligible applicants are located or serve ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162400

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Northeastern States for Programs in Education, Health, and Economi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofits in northeastern states for humanitarian activities that assist individuals in need. Funding is intended for programs in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and Rhode Island. Focus ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162434

Grants to California Organizations and Agencies for Activities and Programs to Benefit Eligibl...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs and activities that benefit the local community. Funding is intended to support projects and services that promote diverse cultural activities and community events, support community c...

GrantWatch ID#: 162437

Grants to Washington, Oregon, and California Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Res...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Washington, Oregon, and California nonprofit organizations for projects to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible communities. Focus areas include basic needs, civic, culture, education, the elderly, health, social services, and yout...

GrantWatch ID#: 162444

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible regions. Focus areas include arts and culture; health and human services; children, youth, and families; and public and society benefit. Funding may be used for a variety of grantee activi...

GrantWatch ID#: 162465

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Lives of Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and houses of worship for small projects that improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support special projects in the areas of basic needs, eco...

GrantWatch ID#: 162466

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic, Environmental, and Social Justice Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community programs and initiatives that promote environmental, economic, and social justice. Grants may be used for projects, general support, and collaborative efforts, as well as to build capacity for organizations worki...

GrantWatch ID#: 162470

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States for Natural Resources Conservation

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Upper New York State nonprofit organizations and municipalities to promote the conservation of land and natural resources. The Foundation supports community-based conservation o...

GrantWatch ID#: 162471

Grants to New York City Social Justice Nonprofits Requiring Immediate or Emergency Funding

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $2,500 to New York nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to respond to immediate opportunities and critical threats. Funding is intended to support organizations as they develop a course of action due to an unanticipated shift in the political la...

GrantWatch ID#: 162525

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a preliminary letter before submitting a full grant proposal. Funding is intended for projects and programs within the focus areas of ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 162526

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Small Community Pro...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations to develop small, community-based projects in a wide range of areas, including arts, community development, and technology. Funding is intended to create positive change in t...

GrantWatch ID#: 162573

In-Kind Donations to USA Nonprofits to Support Organizational Fundraising Events

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations to USA nonprofit organizations for fundraising event support. Funding is intended to assist organizations that enhance the lives of local residents through programs in the arts, education, and women's, men's, and children's health issues. Request...

GrantWatch ID#: 162574

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Establish or Increase an Endowment Fund

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to Connecticut nonprofits in eligible regions to establish or increase a permanent endowment fund. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Priority is given to organizations that demonstrate stability, invo...

GrantWatch ID#: 162604

In-Kind Donations of Supplies to Iowa Nonprofits to Enhance Oral Health

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of supplies to Iowa nonprofit organizations to support oral health programs. The purpose of this program is to enhance oral health for all state residents by providing supplies such as floss, toothpaste, and toothbrushes. Proposals must include a...

GrantWatch ID#: 162626

Grants to Iowa Organizations for Educational Projects that Promote Oral Health

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa organizations for projects that promote dental health. The purpose of this program is to support short-term educational projects. Grant funds may be requested for oral health supplies and educational kits. Funding is intended to pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 162627

Grants to Canada Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Communities in Multiple Provinces

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario, Alberta, Northwest Territories, and Newfoundland and Labrador registered charities, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, education institutions, and indigenous and community groups for activities that build and strengthen communities in...

GrantWatch ID#: 162810

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Address Urgent Social Issues

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and non-governmental organizations to address urgent social issues. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz and submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 162819

Grants to USA, Canada, and International For-Profits and Canada Nonprofits to Collaborate with...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canadian nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities on a research-based internship program. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve r...

GrantWatch ID#: 162825

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support general operations and projects within the focus areas of people with disabilities, the elderly, children/youth, arts for educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162833

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits for the Marketing and Promotion of Tourism Opportunities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $5,000 to Alabama nonprofit and municipal organizations for marketing and advertising projects. Funding is intended to promote travel and tourism within the state. Grants are available to help defray costs associated with...

GrantWatch ID#: 162992
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