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

Explore 8,816 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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8,816 grants found

Grants to Oregon Small Businesses and Nonprofits to Complete Structural Repairs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Oregon small businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible communities to implement building repairs. Funding is intended to complete structural repairs that benefit businesses that have sustained physical damage. Grants may be used...

GrantWatch ID#: 207199

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs that improve the quality of life in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that transform lives and promote community development. The grant program seeks to drive both economic and social ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207244

Sponsorships to Connecticut Nonprofits for Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships of up to $2,500 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations and groups for events and programs that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities and projects that are hosted by eligible organizations that are located in and...

GrantWatch ID#: 207276

Grants to California Agencies, Nonprofits, and Tribes to Improve Outdoor Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and tribes in eligible regions to address climate change and conservation, and to improve outdoor areas. Applicants are required to submit a letter of interest prior to a full application. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 207372

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Individuals for Unexpected Expenses Related ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alabama nonprofit organizations, government agencies, academic institutions, and individuals for unanticipated expenses related to arts programming. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for special, o...

GrantWatch ID#: 207418

Grants to Ohio Volunteer Fire Departments in Eligible Areas for Equipment Purchases

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ohio volunteer fire departments in eligible counties to improve operations and build capacity. Funding is intended to assist fire departments in purchasing a range of wildland fire equipment, personal protection equipment, communication ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207422

Grants to Alabama Arts Nonprofits and School Districts for PreK-12 Educational Arts Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alabama nonprofit arts organizations and school districts for educational arts programming to benefit students. Funding may be used for short live arts performances, field trips, guest speakers and presenters, artist-in-residence programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 207423

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Faith-Based Organizations in Eligible Lo...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations, schools, government agencies, and faith-based organizations in eligible locations to benefit local youth. Funding is intended for programs that support youth character development, improve their athletic skills, and enha...

GrantWatch ID#: 207430

Grants to Tennessee Organizations in Eligible Locations for Community-Benefit Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Tennessee organizations in eligible locations for programs and activities that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for projects that assist communities in the Funding Source's service area. Previous grants have benefitted scout troops, youth spo...

GrantWatch ID#: 207454

Grants to California Nonprofits to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in eligible locations. Applicants must take an eligibility survey and submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs and initiatives that promote healthcare, social s...

GrantWatch ID#: 207455

Sponsorships to Texas and Vermont Nonprofits for Events to Enhance the Quality of Life for Loc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships to Texas and Vermont nonprofit organizations in eligible communities for events to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended for one-time events and activities. Eligible organizations are those that serve the communities and...

GrantWatch ID#: 207501

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Projects and Programs that Benefit Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for projects and activities that benefit local communities. Funding is intended for a range of programs that improve the local quality of life and enhance playgrounds, parks, and schools. Eligible propos...

GrantWatch ID#: 207502

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Community-Based Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for community-based projects in eligible regions. Priority will be given to projects related to educational opportunities and financial literacy. In addition, scholarships are available for local high school students to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207503

Grants to Montana Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, Individuals, and Groups for Projects to Impro...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Montana nonprofit organizations, schools, special districts, individuals, citizen groups, and community councils for projects that benefit rural communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the local quality of life. Pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 207517

Grants to North Carolina Public Schools in Eligible Locations For Educational Programs and P...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Carolina public schools in eligible locations for educational programs and projects. Funding is intended to provide resources and financial support that impact students and improve the educational system in the local community. Grants may be used f...

GrantWatch ID#: 207530

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve the Lives of Women in Eligible L...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities to enhance the health and well-being of women in eligible locations. The applicant must be applying on behalf of a woman who is facing challenges, such as a sudden ill...

GrantWatch ID#: 207534

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Watershed Conservation and Restorati...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes for watershed conservation and restoration projects. Funding may be used for planning, implementation, cleanup, and remediation. The purpose of the program is to restore areas and wildli...

GrantWatch ID#: 207535

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Educational and Workforce Development Programs for Disadvantaged ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to serve underprivileged youth. Funding is intended to assist organizations providing academic learning, technical education, occupational skills training, and apprenticeships. Eligible uses of...

GrantWatch ID#: 207575

Grants to Massachusetts Public Schools for Educational Enrichment Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts public schools for educational enrichment programs that improve the learning experience for students in eligible locations. Funding is intended for creative, effective, and inspiring educational projects that benefit students. The goal of t...

GrantWatch ID#: 207581

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits for Services and Programs to Address the Immediate Needs of Refu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations to address the immediate needs of refugees and immigrant families. Priority is for organizations that help immigrants address legal concerns and that continue to provide support to individuals who have lost their access t...

GrantWatch ID#: 207629

Sponsorships to South Carolina Nonprofits for Events that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for activities and projects that improve the health and well-being of local communities. Sponsorships are intended to promote events and causes that enhance the health and vibrance of residents, particularly t...

GrantWatch ID#: 207679

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Benefit the Community in the Areas of Education, Health,...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs to benefit the community. Applicants must submit a concept paper prior to submitting a full application. The purpose of this program is to support activities that create sustainable s...

GrantWatch ID#: 207733

Grants to Missouri and Illinois Nonprofits and Post-Secondary Institutions for Veterans' Educa...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Missouri and Illinois nonprofit organizations and postsecondary education and vocational training institutions in eligible counties for educational and career training programs for veterans. Eligible uses of funds include tuition, fees, books, and other ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207766

Grants to Illinois Agencies and Nonprofits for Early Childhood Education, Childcare, and Workf...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois units of government and nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to benefit local residents. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to advance early childhood education, childcare, and workforce dev...

GrantWatch ID#: 207767

Grants to Ontario Charities for Capacity-Building Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario charitable organizations in eligible locations for community capacity-building activities. Funding areas of interest include food security, education, training and employment, youth and children, affordable housing, and transporta...

GrantWatch ID#: 207772

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to promote local tourism. Funding is intended to support events and projects that will attract overnight visitors to the area. Initiatives should bring in visitors from outside the area, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207891

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Promote Social Justice in the Agricul...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to promote social justice in the agricultural sector. Applicants must submit a preliminary information form prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to help gender-oppressed peop...

GrantWatch ID#: 207894

Grants to California Nonprofits to Advocate for Gender and Social Justice

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to promote activism related to social and gender justice. Applicants must submit a preliminary information form prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support activist activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 207895

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Promote Environmental Equity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to promote environmental justice. Applicants must submit a preliminary information form prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to help BIPOC and gender-oppressed people partici...

GrantWatch ID#: 207896

Grants to Minnesota Neighborhood Associations, Community Organizations, and Residents for Comm...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Minnesota neighborhood associations, community organizations, and residents for events that build local communities in eligible locations. Examples of eligible activities include social gatherings, neighborhood block parties, and movie nigh...

GrantWatch ID#: 207910

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits for Joint Efforts to Streamline Community Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations for joint efforts to streamline services to the community. Applicants are required to consult with program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for activities that address common issu...

GrantWatch ID#: 207912

Sponsorships to North Carolina and Michigan Nonprofits for Events and Programs Benefiting the ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships to North Carolina and Michigan nonprofit organizations for events and programs that benefit the public in eligible locations. The sponsorships are intended to support local community organizations through initiatives that address social equity, inclus...

GrantWatch ID#: 207962

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Environmental and Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for environmental initiatives and relief efforts. Funding is intended for activities that support sustainability, conservation, and national and international emergency relief work, and address diffi...

GrantWatch ID#: 208108

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Help People Living in Poverty

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA nonprofit organizations assisting individuals living in poverty. Funding is intended for projects that improve lives and help people help themselves. Grants will primarily be made to organizations providing services and programs in tw...

GrantWatch ID#: 208109

Grants to Rhode Island Companies and Organizations to Improve Workplace Access for People With...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Rhode Island businesses and organizations to promote workforce development and improve access for people with disabilities. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to advance employment a...

GrantWatch ID#: 208140

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofit Societies for Capital Improvement Projects in Eligible Lo...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit societies in eligible locations for capital improvement projects that promote productivity, economic growth, a clean environment, and strong communities. Funding is intended for construction and renovation projects in a range o...

GrantWatch ID#: 208171

Grants to California Small Businesses and Nonprofits for Vandalism Repair Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California small businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to offset costs associated with vandalism and other crime-related losses. Funding is intended to support expenses incurred by storefront repairs, and may also be used for boardin...

GrantWatch ID#: 208194

Grants to Minnesota Agencies, Nonprofits, and Schools for Small-Scale, Community-Based Project...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Minnesota units of government, nonprofit organizations, and public schools for community-based projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for small-scale projects that align with one of the following areas of focus: community resil...

GrantWatch ID#: 208222

Grants to Ohio Schools to Incorporate Archery Into the Physical Education Curriculum

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ohio schools to promote archery as part of the physical education curriculum. Funding is intended to teach archery to students in grades 1-12. The program's content covers a range of archery-related topics, including safety, proper techni...

GrantWatch ID#: 208238

Grants to California Dental Health Providers for Emergency Dental Services for Children

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California dental health providers to address emergency dental needs of children in eligible regions. Funding is available to serve children between the ages of 0-19 for whom other funding sources, such as government assistance, insurance, or other grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 208342

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits to Conduct Recreational and Sports Programs for Residents in Elig...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,500 to Alberta registered nonprofit organizations to provide recreational and sports activities for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that offer opportunities for first-time participants, increase awareness of ine...

GrantWatch ID#: 208349

Grants to Pennsylvania High Schools in Eligible Counties for STEM Programming Benefiting Under...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania high schools in eligible counties for programs that promote STEM education among underserved students. Funding is intended to increase the participation of students from disadvantaged and underrepresented economic and social populations in S...

GrantWatch ID#: 208351

Grants to Alberta Donees for Projects that Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $7,500 to Alberta donees for projects that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities and programs within the focus areas of employment opportunities, financial security, strengthening Indigenous and underserved commu...

GrantWatch ID#: 208563

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of health, education, youth, and public safety. Funding is intended to provide financi...

GrantWatch ID#: 208651

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Safety and Prevent Accidents on Sta...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that improve safety and prevent accidents. Funding is intended for activities, equipment purchases, and research projects that help to prevent injuries, accidents...

GrantWatch ID#: 208662

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, Faith-Based Entities, and Schools in Eligible Areas For P...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, government agencies, and schools in eligible locations for projects that address brain disorders. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to improve the well-being a...

GrantWatch ID#: 208724

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofit Sports Organizations to Host Amateur Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to British Columbia nonprofit sports organizations in eligible regions to host competitive amateur sports events. Funding is intended for competitions that are open to the public and that feature regional, provincial, or international compet...

GrantWatch ID#: 208744

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Youth

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit young people in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and initiatives in a variety of focus areas, including but not limited to, education, justice, housing, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 208762

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits, Schools, and Groups for Projects and Programs to Benefit the Lo...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Kentucky nonprofit organizations, schools, and groups for projects and programs to benefit the local equine industry. Funding may be used for events, educational programs, and initiatives. The purpose of the program is to promote the equi...

GrantWatch ID#: 208773

Grants to Maryland Nonprofit, Government, Faith-Based, and Educational Entities for Profession...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $7,500 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, government, faith-based, and educational entities for professional growth programs in eligible regions. The program supports job-preparedness activities, including digital literacy education, technical sk...

GrantWatch ID#: 209001
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