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

Explore 8,777 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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8,777 grants found

Grants to Alaska and British Columbia Entities to Preserve Wild Salmon Resources

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to Alaska and British Columbia nonprofit organizations and public sector applicants in eligible regions for initiatives to preserve wild salmon resources. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to a full grant application. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 222191

Grants to Kansas Agencies and Organizations for Substance Abuse Programs

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to Kansas government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and for- profit businesses for substance abuse treatment programs. Funding is intended to address the impacts of dependency and substance misuse throughout the state. The initiative is designed to deli...

GrantWatch ID#: 229227

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Services

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of education, community improvements, arts and culture...

GrantWatch ID#: 230858

Cooperative Agreement for a USA Nonprofit or IHE to Provide Addiction Treatment Through Courts

Deadline: 08/27/26

Cooperative Agreement for a USA nonprofit organization or IHE to provide addiction treatment through the criminal justice system. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for decreasing criminal justice costs, implementing treatm...

GrantWatch ID#: 231458

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants of $25,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that will have an ongoing impact on the community, will address community concerns, and demonstrate measura...

GrantWatch ID#: 231600

Cooperative Agreement to a USA or International Entity to Address Illegal Imports

Deadline: 08/27/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or International nonprofit organization, IHE, or for-profit entity for addressing illegal international imports of goods made with forced labor. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for analyzin...

GrantWatch ID#: 231639

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity to Lead a National Tribal TTA Center

Deadline: 08/27/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit or for-profit organization, agency, or IHE to lead a national center providing technical assistance to tribal grantees. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 231648

Grants to USA Tribal Entities to Encourage Economic Independence in Native Communities

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to USA and territories tribes and tribal entities to encourage economic independence in Native American communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to grow local economies and stren...

GrantWatch ID#: 231650

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Tribal Entity to Train Native Communities in AI Use

Deadline: 08/27/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories tribe or tribal organization to create a resource center to train Native communities in the use of artificial intelligence tools. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. T...

GrantWatch ID#: 231746

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Applicants for Latin Music Preservation and Archives

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, cultural institutions, and individuals for preserving and archiving Latin music heritage. Funding is intended to preserve original media and source materials, support historically, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 231814

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Municipalities for Activities to Benefit Local Communit...

Deadline: 09/11/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and municipalities for activities that benefit local communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects and programs in the areas of arts and culture, civic engagement, and comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 168271

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/09/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to address community needs in a wide range of focus areas, including arts and culture, education, health, human services, early...

GrantWatch ID#: 175783

Grants to North Carolina K-12 Schools for Educational Projects

Deadline: 10/08/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to North Carolina K-12 schools in eligible regions for educational projects. Funding is intended for high-impact projects in the disciplines of art, technology, science, language, literacy, wellness, and health. Eligible schools must be loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 179043

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits, Libraries, and Schools for Arts and Cultural Programming

Deadline: 10/09/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, libraries, and educational institutions in eligible locations for arts and cultural programming. Applicants are required to attend a workshop prior to submitting an application. Categories of funding include general pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 197910

Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Tribes for Outdoor Recreational Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants to New Mexico nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, schools, school districts, academic institutions, conservation districts, and land grant associations to improve outdoor recreational infrastructure. Funding is intended f...

GrantWatch ID#: 201904

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, and government agencies to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that directly benefit residents and reflect the...

GrantWatch ID#: 205067

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for General Operating Support

Deadline: 10/07/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, IHEs, watershed councils, and watershed alliances for general operating support. Funding is intended to support activities related to the enhancement of water qualit...

GrantWatch ID#: 208559

Loans to Washington Nonprofits and Agencies for Affordable Housing Projects

Deadline: 09/21/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Loans to Washington nonprofit housing developers and government agencies for affordable housing projects. Funding is intended to develop multifamily rental projects that benefit lower-income households. The program seeks to expand and maintain the supply of decent...

GrantWatch ID#: 215252

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Affordable Housing Projects

Deadline: 09/21/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, government agencies, housing authorities, and tribal entities for projects and activities that increase the supply of affordable housing. Funding is also intended to preserve existing affordable housing through rehabil...

GrantWatch ID#: 215253

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, Housing Authorities, and Tribes for IDD Housing

Deadline: 09/21/26 Conference Date: 08/27/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, government agencies, housing authorities, and tribal entities for housing projects serving persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Funding is intended for the development of multifamily housing that p...

GrantWatch ID#: 231229

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Capital Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist organizations that serve local vulnerable populations. Grants may be used to support social infrastructure enhancements th...

GrantWatch ID#: 142183

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, and Agencies for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based entities, and educational institutions to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs in the focus areas of health, workforce development, education (i...

GrantWatch ID#: 146371

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve and Expand Waste Reduction Programs

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to improve and expand waste reduction programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for capital purchases, special waste programs, organics programs, recycling programs, and waste reduction a...

GrantWatch ID#: 147297

Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Address the Health Needs of the Community

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and public agencies in eligible areas for projects that address the health needs of local residents. Funding is intended to support programs and activities within the focus areas of chronic disease, homelessness, mental...

GrantWatch ID#: 148672

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Community Programs

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants and in-kind services to British Columbia nonprofit organizations for community activities that enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible regions. Eligible focus areas include arts and culture, community programming and spaces, events, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 148681

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Women, Children, and Youth

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to California nonprofits for programs to benefit women, children, and youth in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects that respond to urgent or critical needs, offer bold new ventures, or represent new approaches to time-...

GrantWatch ID#: 150257

Grants to Texas Public Libraries for Educational Programs to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Texas public libraries for educational programs that benefit the local community. Funding is intended to support libraries that serve populations of 50,000 or fewer. Projects are reviewed for the level of educational contribution to the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155771

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Underserved Residents

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and governmental entities to benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for programs and projects related to education and human services. Grants will assist organizations that are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169078

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to, fitness and health, public safety, Veterans, education, arts, culture, and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 170403

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 08/28/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities related to education, organizations serving senior citizens, and specific human services. Successful applicants must use grant fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 171859

Grants to North Dakota EMS Services and Healthcare Facilities for Trauma Care

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to North Dakota EMS services and health care facilities to promote trauma care, prevention, and education. Grant funds may be used for equipment, materials, education, and training. Eligible projects must be related to trauma. Priority may b...

GrantWatch ID#: 173806

Grants to New York Nonprofits, School Districts, and Municipalities to Benefit Residents in El...

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, schools and school districts, and municipalities for programs that benefit residents in eligible counties. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of art...

GrantWatch ID#: 174745

Grants to North Dakota Public K-12 Teachers, Schools, and IHEs for STEM Education Projects

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to North Dakota public K-12 teachers, schools, and post-secondary institutions to enhance STEM programming for students throughout the state. Funding is intended to provide new and original science, technology, engineering, or math education for K-12 studen...

GrantWatch ID#: 174855

Awards to Arizona Public Schools to Recognize Educational Excellence

Deadline: 08/28/26

Awards of $500 to Arizona PreK-12 public schools to recognize educational excellence. Awards are intended to honor schools that demonstrate sustained high achievement, adapt well to changes in education, and show an exceptional ability to meet students' academic a...

GrantWatch ID#: 175507

Grants to Alabama K-12 Schools and Nonprofits to Enhance Sports and Arts Programs

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alabama K-12 schools and nonprofit organizations to improve programs related to arts and sports. Funding is intended to introduce, enhance, and expand opportunities that promote student participation in athletics, arts, and music. The gra...

GrantWatch ID#: 176349

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Enhance Arts and Music Education

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Georgia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and public educational institutions in eligible regions to enhance arts and music education for children and youth in grades K-12. Funding is intended for equipment purchases, programm...

GrantWatch ID#: 176604

Grants to Pennsylvania Agencies, Nonprofits, Churches for Projects that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Pennsylvania government entities, nonprofit and faith-based organizations, and volunteer fire companies serving eligible counties for projects that benefit local communities. Funding is intended for activities and services that improve t...

GrantWatch ID#: 176831

Grants to California Nonprofits for Capital Projects that Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and schools in eligible locations for capital expenditures. Funding is intended to support projects that have a significant positive impact on the local community and for which there is a critical need. Funded items mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 177027

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Improve Capacity to Assist People in Need of Food and Shelter

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations to improve their ability to assist individuals in need of food and shelter. Funding is intended to support activities such as emergency shelters, education and job training for those experiencing homelessness, and nutrit...

GrantWatch ID#: 178082

Grants to Tennessee Entities to Enhance the Health and Well-Being of Local Residents

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for programs to address the well-being and healthcare needs of residents in eligible locations. Priority funding is intended to support programs that ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 182202

Grants to Tennessee County and City Governments for Capital Projects that Attract Tourism

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Tennessee city and county governments for capital projects that attract tourism to the state. The purpose of funding is to help communities develop tourism-generated economic impact by improving tourism assets. Eligible projects include stage and boat ra...

GrantWatch ID#: 182752

Grants to Georgia Organizations and Individuals for Recreational Trail Management Projects

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Georgia organizations and individuals for recreational trail management and preservation projects. Some applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for physical projects, outreach and education, environment...

GrantWatch ID#: 185930

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Address Health-Related Needs in Rural Communities

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects that respond to health-related needs in eligible rural communities. Funding is intended for programs that address health equity in rural areas, including culturally-focused care. Requests wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 186164

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Schools, Churches, and Agencies to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government agencies to improve services that benefit residents in eligible regions. The goal of the funding program is to support projects that preserve and enhance local communities. Eligible orga...

GrantWatch ID#: 186711

Grants to New York Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible locations. Applicants must complete the required registration and contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of health,...

GrantWatch ID#: 187920

Grants to Pennsylvania Fire Departments and Emergency Medical Services for Operational Assista...

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Pennsylvania volunteer fire departments and nonprofit emergency medical service organizations in eligible locations to strengthen operations and build capacity. Funding is intended for training, capital improvements, equipment acquisitio...

GrantWatch ID#: 190261

Grants to South Dakota Nonprofit Organizations for Community Needs

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to South Dakota nonprofit organizations for projects that address community needs and improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives in the focus areas of arts, education, health, public safety, and recr...

GrantWatch ID#: 190383

Grants to Oklahoma and Texas Nonprofits, Schools, and Churches to Improve Health

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Oklahoma and Texas nonprofit organizations, schools, and churches to address the health needs of local communities in eligible counties. Funding is intended to increase and retain nurses throughout the counties and enhance access to healthcare, mental he...

GrantWatch ID#: 191878

Grants to Alberta Individuals and Organizations for Community Improvement Projects

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Alberta individuals, organizations, or groups for projects that improve the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs, activities, events, and festivals that promote a sense of community and foster community involvement. E...

GrantWatch ID#: 192110

Grants to New York Public School Districts for Academic Success for Boys and Youth of Color

Deadline: 09/15/26 LOI Date: 08/28/26

Grants to New York public school districts and consortia for programs to enhance academic success for boys and youth of color. The purpose of the program is to foster increased communication between families and school personnel and provide resources for teachers ...

GrantWatch ID#: 193756
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