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

Explore 8,779 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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8,779 grants found

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies for Technology Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, private companies, and academic institutions for creative technology-based programs. Funding is intended to offset the cost of creating and implementing infrastructure projects. Eligible sector...

GrantWatch ID#: 216980

Grants to Alberta Individuals and Groups for Youth-Led Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $200 to Alberta individuals and grassroots groups in eligible locations for youth-driven activities. Funding is intended to support projects that empower youth to make a positive impact in their communities. The grants provide barrier-free, easy-ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 216992

Grants to Quebec Nonprofits and Indigenous Collectives and Artists in Eligible Regions for Art...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 for Quebec nonprofit organizations and Indigenous collectives, artists, and cultural workers in eligible regions for artistic initiatives. Funding is intended for projects and expenses that are not covered by other grant programs. This progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 216993

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Allow Domestic Violence Survivors to Retain Their Pets

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, including domestic violence and homeless shelters, for initiatives to allow domestic violence survivors to retain their pets. The purpose of the program is to prepare domestic violence and homeless she...

GrantWatch ID#: 217029

Grants to West Virginia and Ohio Organizations in Eligible Counties for Unexpected Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $4,000 to West Virginia and Ohio organizations in eligible counties for unexpected expenses. Funding is intended to support applicants who are facing time-sensitive and non-budgeted opportunities or emergencies. Applicants must be based in one of t...

GrantWatch ID#: 217116

Grants to Utah Organizations to Individuals with Autism and their Families

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Utah organizations to benefit individuals with autism and their families. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities, including research, training, initiatives, projects, and programs. The mission of the funding source is to foster access to reso...

GrantWatch ID#: 217122

Grants to Utah Nonprofits for Programs that Address Abuse and Promote Mental Health Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Utah nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit children and underserved residents. Funding is intended to prevent child abuse and domestic violence, promote mental health services, and support educational programs for children. Gra...

GrantWatch ID#: 217126

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofit Organizations for Large-scale Events that Attract Tourists and...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations for large-scale events that attract tourists and benefit local residents in eligible regions. Eligible uses of funds include marketing, operating, programming, and promotional expenses. Events must take place in the Ci...

GrantWatch ID#: 217135

In-Kind Support to Canada Agencies to Support Cybersecurity Solutions

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to Canada government agencies to support cybersecurity projects. The program is intended to benefit municipal and provincial governments across the country. Applicants will receive access to training, certification opportunities, and cybersecurity ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217142

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits, Schools, and Religious Institutions in Eligible Areas to Support...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations, schools, and religious institutions in eligible areas to support activities in the community. Funding is intended to support projects, initiatives, and events that will build relations in the community, support the Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 217149

Grants to Florida, New York, and North Carolina Nonprofits for Community Service Projects in E...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Florida, New York, and North Carolina nonprofit organizations for community service projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives in the focus areas of education, the environment, child advocacy, and animal conservation. Eligible pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 217151

Grants to Wisconsin Agencies, Tribes, Visitor Centers, and Private Entities for Projects to In...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wisconsin local government agencies, Tribes, visitor centers, and private entities for projects to increase tourism to the state. Applicants must contact the funding source before submitting an application. Funding is intended to boost the local economy ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217233

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Mitigate the Impact of a Local Fire

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to mitigate the impact of a local fire. Funding is intended to provide assistance to communities that were impacted by the disaster. The goal of the program is provide assistance in the focus areas...

GrantWatch ID#: 217235

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofit and Faith-Based Entities to Oversee Community Engagement an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit or faith-based organizations to oversee environmental projects that decrease the effects of stormwater runoff. Eligible projects include those that reduce stormwater fees and waterway pollution and educational programs about wate...

GrantWatch ID#: 217257

Grants to USA Nonprofit and For-Profit Performance Venues and Promoters to Respond to Emergenc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit performance venues and promoters to respond to emergencies. Eligible applicants work in the areas of performing arts, comedy, and music. Funding is intended for recovery from emergencies including natural and man-made disaste...

GrantWatch ID#: 217301

Grants to USA Swimming Lesson Providers for Programs to Teach Children and Youth How to Swim

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA swimming lesson providers for programs to teach children and youth how to swim. Funding is intended for programs using certified instructors and a recognized curriculum. Lessons must have a low student-to-instructor ratio and must meet the minimum nu...

GrantWatch ID#: 217381

In-Kind Services to USA Nonprofits to Improve Cybersecurity and Reduce Risks

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind services to USA nonprofit organizations to evaluate their cybersecurity and make recommendations on how to reduce risks and improve security. Awardees will receive a comprehensive evaluation and report on their current vulnerabilities, as well as suggestio...

GrantWatch ID#: 217487

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits and Groups to Host Events for Participants from...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations and groups in eligible regions to host events for participants from outside the province. Funding is intended for organizations to host conventions, meetings, and sporting events to which at least 75 perc...

GrantWatch ID#: 217505

Grants to California Nonprofits for Animal Welfare Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for animal welfare programs and projects. Funding is intended for activities that improve the lives of both wild and domestic animals and prevent animal cruelty. These activities can involve direct intervention with ani...

GrantWatch ID#: 217529

Grants to New York and Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Charitable Activities that Benefit Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York and Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for charitable activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Focus areas include senior citizens, health and human services, culture and arts, youth, community, sports, and recreation. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 217533

In-Kind Donations of Merchandise to Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming Nonprofit Organizations and Publi...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of merchandise to Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming nonprofit organizations and public charities to support charitable work in the region. Donations must be used to support the charitable work of a local organization or a fundraising event that benefits t...

GrantWatch ID#: 217544

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Public Schools for Projects that Benefit Communiti...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and public schools for activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of education, health and human services, arts and culture, environment, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217548

In-Kind Services to New Jersey Libraries, Churches, Schools, Historical Societies, and Hospita...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind services to New Jersey libraries, churches, schools, historical societies, hospitals, and others to assess collections of historical items. Eligible collections must be paper items such as books, photographs, and the like and must pertain to the history of...

GrantWatch ID#: 217565

Grants to Michigan Organizations for Social, Cultural, Educational, and Wellness Programs Bene...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan organizations for activities that benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects and programs with a social, cultural, educational, and/or wellness focus. Funds may also be used for conferences, community de...

GrantWatch ID#: 217585

Grants to Michigan Organizations for Programs to Benefit Older Adults and Youth in Eligible Re...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan organizations to support activities that benefit older adults and youth in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that advance mental and physical wellness among seniors ages 65 and up and youth under 18 years of age. Grants may be u...

GrantWatch ID#: 217588

Grants to Michigan Organizations, Clubs, and Facilities for Library and Literacy Programs to B...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan organizations, clubs, and facilities for activities in eligible locations to benefit the local community. Funding is intended for public library and related programs and projects focusing on continuing adult education, teens and children, and li...

GrantWatch ID#: 217589

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Faith-Based Entities to Support Community-Building Events in...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2500 to Maryland nonprofit organizations and faith-based entities to support community-building events in eligible areas. Funding is intended for events such as holiday activities and community dinners. Activities must address the needs of local r...

GrantWatch ID#: 217594

Donations to Nevada Nonprofits to Assist with Their Fundraising Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Donations to Nevada nonprofit organizations to assist with their fundraising efforts. Donations can be requested for events such as live auctions, silent auctions, online auctions, raffle prizes, door prizes, and other fundraising events such as walks, rides, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217604

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Indigenous Nonprofits, and Agencies to Establish or Expand Trans...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, Indigenous nonprofit organizations and communities, and municipalities to establish or expand transit systems in unserved and underserved regions of the province. Applicants are required to register in the grant system pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 217620

Grants to Ontario Individuals and Nonprofit, Charitable, or Volunteer Organizations for Use of...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to Ontario individuals and to nonprofit, charitable, or volunteer organizations for use of event space for activities and programs in eligible areas. This program is intended to contribute to the positive image of the areas by encouraging ev...

GrantWatch ID#: 217627

Grants to Ontario Individuals and Nonprofit, Charitable, or Volunteer Organizations to Support...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Ontario individuals and to nonprofit, charitable, or volunteer organizations to support activities and programs in eligible areas. These grants are intended to contribute to the positive image of the areas by encouraging events that respo...

GrantWatch ID#: 217628

Grants to California and Colorado Organizations to Benefit Underprivileged Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to California and Colorado organizations for initiatives to benefit underprivileged residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide range of programs and services to assist the working poor. Grants are awarded primarily to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 217647

Grants to California Nonprofits, Schools, and Individuals to Protect Native Plants

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to California nonprofit organizations, schools, and individuals to promote the protection and appreciation of native plants in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities and uses, including but not limited to public l...

GrantWatch ID#: 217660

Sponsorships to California Public and Private Organizations, Nonprofits, and Agencies for Prog...

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships up to $1,500 to California public and private organizations, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies for programs and events that improve the development of children up to five years of age in eligible areas. Funding is to be used for public ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217663

Grants to USA Tribal Councils, Agencies, and IHEs for Artic Research and Conservation

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA tribal councils, government agencies, IHEs, research entities, community groups, and NGOs for conservation and research projects related to the Arctic. Funding is intended to have a positive impact on coastal communities as well as to benefit wildlif...

GrantWatch ID#: 217677

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Benefit the Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia registered nonprofit societies and charities to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that enrich the lives of residents, enhance community well-being, and promote community pride and engagement. E...

GrantWatch ID#: 217691

Grants to New York Nonprofits for Activities to Benefit Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to New York nonprofit organizations to serve residents in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: youth sports and empowerment, art, community, the environment, education, cultur...

GrantWatch ID#: 217695

Grants to Massachusetts Agencies to Benefit Communities and Promote Social Justice

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts municipalities for programs and projects that benefit communities and promote social justice in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that remove barriers to racial and social equity, expand housing opportunities, and invol...

GrantWatch ID#: 217715

Grants to California Agencies and Nonprofits to Promote Tourism and Economic Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California public agencies and nonprofit organizations, including museums, convention bureaus, and economic development councils, to promote tourism and economic development in eligible regions. Funding may be used for cultural activities, tourism, job c...

GrantWatch ID#: 217792

Grants to California Nonprofit Organizations, Government Agencies, and Tribes for Research Pro...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes for research projects. Funding intended to increase understanding of the negative environmental impacts of cannabis cultivation. The purpose of the program is to develop solutions to mit...

GrantWatch ID#: 217796

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Government Agencies to Proactively Address Health Gaps

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies to proactively address health gaps in eligible areas. Applicants must meet with staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to serve as quick responses to requests f...

GrantWatch ID#: 217804

Grants to Virginia Performing Arts Nonprofits for Live Performances in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $60,000 to Virginia performing arts nonprofit organizations for live performances in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support performances that will be free and open to the public. Eligible expenses include artist fees, venue rentals, pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 217805

Grants to Oregon Individuals and Organizations for Events and Festivals

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon individuals and organizations for events that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support festivals and screenings. Examples of eligible costs include but are not limited to permits; paying contractors...

GrantWatch ID#: 217874

Grants to USA Nonprofits for the Expansion of Public Charter Schools

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for the expansion of public charter schools. Applicants must first complete a questionnaire before submitting a full application. Funding is intended for schools that wish to serve about one thousand additional...

GrantWatch ID#: 217880

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Professional and Organizational De...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for professional and organizational development. First-time applicants must attend a pre-application meeting before proceeding. Grants can assist with activities such as board tr...

GrantWatch ID#: 217892

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Nonprofits, and Groups to Promote Alter...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, nonprofit organizations, and groups to promote alternatives to meat consumption. Eligible types of projects include the introduction of plant-based menus in institutions, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 217905

Grants to Texas Individuals, Organizations, and Businesses for Events to Attract Visitors

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Texas individuals, organizations, and businesses to hold small events that will attract visitors to eligible locations. Funding is intended for first-time events in public spaces that will draw in visitors, increase money spent at local bus...

GrantWatch ID#: 217911

Grants to Virginia Agencies and Economic Development Authorities to Evaluate Industrial Sites ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Virginia counties, cities, towns, and economic and industrial development authorities to promote site development, enhance infrastructure, and strengthen the business environment. Funding is intended for activities to evaluate the readiness of potential ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217922

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Initiatives to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for initiatives that will improve the quality of life of local residents. Funding is intended to support nonprofits in the Northeast in the following focus areas: literacy, education, humani...

GrantWatch ID#: 217968

Grants to California Nonprofits for Educational Activities Related to Fine Arts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for educational activities related to fine arts. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for activities for students between kindergarten and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 217969
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