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

Explore 8,843 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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8,843 grants found

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals and Organizations to Assist BIPOC Single Mothers in Eligibl...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals and human services agencies to assist BIPOC single mothers in eligible regions. Eligible focus areas include housing, education, transportation, and employment. Funding is intended to assist single minority women with children wh...

GrantWatch ID#: 220075

Opportunity for Illinois Nonprofit Organizations to Partner with the Funding Source to Address...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for Illinois nonprofit organizations to partner with the funding source to address community issues in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Eligible organizations create civic partnerships to address problems ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220077

Grants to Illinois Organizations in Eligible Regions for Professional Development Activities f...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois organizations in eligible regions for professional development activities for staff. Funding is intended to support leaders in communities that have been historically underserved. Priority will be given to organizations that focus on community e...

GrantWatch ID#: 220078

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Address Important Community Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to address important community needs in eligible areas. Funding is intended to focus on healthy and safe neighborhoods, growing the area economy, collaboration with new partners, supporting democracy, and modernizing ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220366

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to address issues in education, health, community development, human services, the e...

GrantWatch ID#: 220367

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Programs to Help Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for programs to help individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that required registration may take several days. Funding is intended for programs that i...

GrantWatch ID#: 220368

Grants to New York Farms and Farmers for Programs to Increase the Amount of Fresh Food Served ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York farms and farmers for programs to increase the amount of fresh, locally sourced food served in school meals in eligible locations. Funding is intended to protect farmland, to educate residents about the importance of growing and eating local foo...

GrantWatch ID#: 220380

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and First Nations to Enhance Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations, agencies, schools, and First Nations governments and communities for initiatives to improve the quality of life for communities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following area...

GrantWatch ID#: 220384

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Improve the Lives of Local Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to improve the lives of local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life of local residents and to provide financial support that benefits the community...

GrantWatch ID#: 220387

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Emergency Repairs to Heritage Resources

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for emergency projects to protect and preserve heritage resources in eligible regions. Funding is intended for emergency repairs after natural disasters such as hurricanes, fires, floods, tornadoes, and storms. Projects must...

GrantWatch ID#: 220447

Grants to Ohio Groups and Organizations for Projects that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Ohio residents, groups of businesses, and organizations for community development activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen the community through groups working together on projects and programs related to neighbor...

GrantWatch ID#: 220458

Grants to USA Nonprofit Legal Organizations to Advance Operations and Capabilities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to US nonprofit legal services organizations to advance their operations and capabilities. Funding is intended to enhance the organization's procedures by, for example, upgrading technology, offering professional development, determining the...

GrantWatch ID#: 220486

Grants to Illinois Organizations to Improve the Quality of Life for Individuals in Underserved...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois organizations to improve the quality of life for individuals in underserved communities in eligible regions. Funding is available in several funding areas: infrastructure, pre-development of industrial areas and commercial corridors, and communi...

GrantWatch ID#: 220491

Grants to British Columbia First Nations Communities to Support Local Educational Events and A...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to British Columbia First Nations communities to support local events and activities. Funding is intended to support educational initiatives that will enhance community understanding of the local water supply. Events may also discuss the pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 220499

Grants to Alberta Municipalities, First Nations, and Waste Commissions for Community Recycling

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta municipalities, First Nations, and waste commissions to support community recycling endeavors. The purpose of the program is to host community events to make recycling more accessible. Funding is intended for marketing expenses and to help offset...

GrantWatch ID#: 220560

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, First Nations, and School Groups to Recycle Electronics

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta nonprofit and faith-based organizations, First Nations communities, amateur sports associations, youth clubs, and school groups for initiatives to promote the recycling of electronic products. The purpose of the program is to encourage the collec...

GrantWatch ID#: 220563

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Faith-Based Groups, and Mission-Based Groups for Real Estate Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, faith-based groups, and mission-based organizations for real estate projects in eligible areas. Funding is intended for projects driven by community need and must be feasible and strategic. Preference is for projects wit...

GrantWatch ID#: 220566

Grants to Maryland Organizations for Major Enhancements to Public Spaces in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland organizations for major enhancements to public spaces in eligible areas. Funds can be used for expenses beyond what the municipality offers, supporting programming, capital, and maintenance costs in parks and public areas. The goal of this effor...

GrantWatch ID#: 220567

Grants to Wyoming Nonprofits and For-Profits for Economic Development Projects in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wyoming nonprofit and for-profit organizations for economic development projects to benefit eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that will expand and strengthen businesses, draw in outside visitors, increase employment and wages, and expa...

GrantWatch ID#: 220568

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for capital improvement projects to benefit local communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Organizations located in select counties in Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Sout...

GrantWatch ID#: 220620

Grants to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia for Professional Development Activities for ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia for professional development activities for staff, board members, and committee members. Funding is available to offset the costs of tuition and travel fees to attend schools, workshops, and conferences. This grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 220647

Grants to North Carolina Agencies to Promote Disaster Relief for Businesses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Carolina government agencies for business recovery assistance following natural disasters. Funding is intended to restore vital services and repair infrastructure for small businesses and entrepreneurs facing financial challenges. The program seeks...

GrantWatch ID#: 220665

Grants to Qualified Minnesota Recreational Facilities for Research Prior to Land Acquisition

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to qualified Minnesota recreational facilities for research prior to land acquisition. Funding is intended for studies carried out before property is obtained to ensure compliance with standards. These studies can include an environmental a...

GrantWatch ID#: 220669

Grants to Minnesota Qualified Recreational Facilities to Improve Inclusivity and Accessibility

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Minnesota qualified recreational facilities to improve inclusivity and accessibility. Funding is for projects to provide recreation options and services for those who might otherwise be unable to participate, particularly individuals with intellectual or...

GrantWatch ID#: 220670

Loans to California K-12 Schools for Renewable Energy Projects and Retrofits for Energy Effici...

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to California K-12 schools for renewable energy projects and retrofits for energy efficiency. The program is intended to allow school districts, charter schools, state special schools, and county offices of education to make capital improvements. Eligible pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 220677

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Empower Jews of Color to be Jewish Leaders

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for early-stage projects to empower Jews of color to be full participants and leaders in Jewish life. Applicants must contact the grants team to set up a meeting before submitting an application. Projects that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220733

Grants to Texas Entities and Individuals to Increase the Number of Tennis Facilities and Progr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Texas entities or individuals to increase the number of tennis facilities and programs in their communities. Funding is intended for fees, travel, court rental, maintenance, promotion, marketing, equipment, and food. The funder's mission ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220753

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Assist Individuals with Chronic Bleeding Disorders

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to assist individuals with chronic bleeding disorders. Funding is intended to improve the health and quality of life for bleeding disorder patients. Eligible activities include educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 220764

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Public Agencies for Activiti...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and public agencies for activities to benefit the public. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: education, public services and aid, assistance...

GrantWatch ID#: 220794

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Senior Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit senior residents. Funding is intended for activities that improve the quality of life for seniors, including transportation, tailored cultural and social activities, food delivery services, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 220797

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support Family Values, Promote Healthcare, and Assist the Disadvan...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for families, individuals, and local communities. Funding is intended to support nonprofits working to uphold family values, advance healthcare, and assist the disadvantaged. The Foundation takes...

GrantWatch ID#: 220800

Grants to USA IHEs, Tribal Entities, Health Systems to Strengthen Indigenous Populations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA IHEs, Tribal entities, health systems, and nonprofit organizations for initiatives to strengthen Indigenous populations. Applicants must contact the funding source before submitting an application. Focus areas include language revitalization, communi...

GrantWatch ID#: 220808

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Agencies for Grant Writing Assistance

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $30,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations and government agencies for grant writing assistance. Funding is intended to assist with grant writing for projects that will promote electric vehicle use throughout the state. Priority will be given to...

GrantWatch ID#: 220813

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits, Charities, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies for Initiatives to Benefit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations, charities, schools, IHEs, and government agencies for initiatives to benefit children and those less fortunate. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: providing emergency servi...

GrantWatch ID#: 220817

Grants to New York City Organizations to Promote Safe Interpersonal Behavior Among Young People

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $30,000 to New York City organizations for initiatives to promote safe interpersonal behavior among young people. Funding is intended for the creation of new programs that will attract additional sponsors in the future. Eligible programs must be co...

GrantWatch ID#: 220824

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Humanitarian Projects to Enhance the Living Conditions of Vulnera...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for humanitarian projects and programs to enhance the living conditions of vulnerable people. Funding is intended to improve the treatment of various populations, including but not limited to seniors, veterans, orphans, and di...

GrantWatch ID#: 220826

In-kind Donations to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, and Youth Sports Programs to Support Commun...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, youth sports programs, and organizations serving underprivileged children to support community-benefit projects in eligible regions. Donations are intended to be used as items to be raffled or auction...

GrantWatch ID#: 220869

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs and Projects to Assist Animals

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to assist animals. Funding is intended to support animal shelters, police dog units, and animal rescue organizations. Shelters must have a no-kill policy. The mission of the organization is to assist ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220884

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Businesses, and Schools for Opioid-Related Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, businesses, schools, faith-based groups, and youth groups for opioid-related programs in eligible areas. Funding is intended for projects that will have an impact on communities that have been severely ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220894

Grants to West Virginia Organizations to Combat the Opioid Crisis

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to West Virginia organizations in eligible regions to combat the opioid crisis. Funding is intended for activities within the areas of intervention, prevention, rehabilitation, education, and emergency services. Eligible organizations are located in and ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 220896

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Address the Risks of Advanced AI

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for projects to address the risks of advanced AI. Funding is intended for a wide range of project types, including training, mentorship, groups, events, and media resources such as videos, podc...

GrantWatch ID#: 220907

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Address Concerns over Global Threats

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations for programs and events that address concerns over global catastrophic threats. Funding is intended for conferences, courses, retreats, workshops, seminars, and similar projects. Focus areas include AI, biosec...

GrantWatch ID#: 220909

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Address Global Catastrophes

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations for projects to build capacity to address potential catastrophes on a global scale. Priority focus is on projects that address and mitigate the risks of biological threats or risks related to A...

GrantWatch ID#: 220923

Grants to Wisconsin Local Nonprofits for Programs to Enhance Community Life in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wisconsin local nonprofit organizations for programs to enhance community life in eligible areas. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of education, workforce development, public safety, veterans and their families, and creating strong communiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 220991

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofit Organizations to Cover Operational Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wisconsin local nonprofit organizations to support operational costs for programs that enhance community life in eligible areas. Funding is intended for new or existing projects in the areas of education, workforce development, public safety, veterans an...

GrantWatch ID#: 220992

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Capital Projects in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wisconsin local nonprofit organizations for capital projects in eligible areas. Funding priorities include: education, workforce development, public safety, veterans and their families, and creating strong communities. Proposals must align with these key...

GrantWatch ID#: 220993

Grants to USA Camps Serving Bleeding Disorder Patients for Equipment Purchases and Facility Im...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA camps for capital projects and purchases that improve the camping experience. Funding is intended for camps that serve children with chronic bleeding disorders. Eligible expenses include facility improvements and a wide range of new equipment purchas...

GrantWatch ID#: 221016

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Events and Activities to Benefit Families Impacted by Bleeding Di...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to host events and activities that support the chronic bleeding disorder community. Funding is intended for community or family day events, such as parties, luncheons, dances, trips, and recreational activities...

GrantWatch ID#: 221018

Grants to Mississippi Entities to Promote Minority Participation in Tennis Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Mississippi community tennis associations, junior tennis leagues, and nonprofit organizations to increase access to tennis programs for minority populations. Funding is intended to support the expansion of existing programs or start-up costs for new prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 221043

Grants to Georgia Agencies for Initiatives to Increase Housing Accessibility Throughout the St...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Georgia local governments for initiatives to increase housing accessibility throughout the state. Applicants are required to submit a pre-application prior to a full grant application. Funding areas of interest include the preservation of existing housin...

GrantWatch ID#: 221048
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