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

Explore 8,832 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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8,832 grants found

Grants to New Jersey Schools and School Districts for Innovative Sustainability Projects

Deadline: 10/30/26 Conference Date: 09/10/26

Grants of $2,000 and grants of $10,000 to New Jersey schools and school districts for innovative sustainability projects. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that contribute to school sustainabili...

GrantWatch ID#: 158264

Grants to Quebec Nonprofits to Host Internships for Diverse Artists

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

Grants to Quebec nonprofit arts organizations in eligible regions to host internships for artists. Funding is intended to encourage established arts nonprofits to host artists and cultural workers with culturally diverse backgrounds who are either new arrivals or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162178

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, Schools, and Agencies for Community Benefit

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/10/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit and for-profit organizations, libraries, schools, agencies, and individuals for science, humanities, and arts activities. Funding is intended to support general operations, field trips, artist residencies, ticket subsidy programs,...

GrantWatch ID#: 163536

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 01/22/27 Conference Date: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 10/23/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible communities. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Focus areas include arts and culture, education, environment, family, and health and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181911

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits for Projects to Meet the Needs of the Local Community

Deadline: 09/30/26 Conference Date: 09/10/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations and municipalities for projects and programs to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support initiatives that promote civic engagement and address local needs, creating a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201640

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and Faith-Based Entities for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 09/28/26 Conference Date: 09/10/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut nonprofit and faith-based organizations and agencies for programs and projects that benefit communities in eligible areas. Funding is intended for initiatives that support seniors, expand early education and youth programs, in...

GrantWatch ID#: 204603

Grants to New York City Nonprofits to Promote Social Justice in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/30/26 Conference Date: 09/10/26

Grants to New York City nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that promote social justice. Funding is intended to support the operations of nonprofits that work to address racial inequities and provide critical resources to BIPOC and other groups who...

GrantWatch ID#: 212813

Grants to Illinois Organizations for Community and Economic Development Projects

Deadline: 10/23/26 Conference Date: 09/10/26

Grants to Illinois organizations for community and economic development projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities, including property acquisition, construction, public facilities improvements, renewable energy and conservatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 223497

Grants to Illinois Organizations and Agencies for Social Services and Substance Abuse Remediat...

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

Grants to Illinois organizations and nonprofit social service agencies to provide social services and substance abuse remediation programs in eligible regions. Social services include programs for youth, seniors, and other special populations, as well as emergency...

GrantWatch ID#: 223500

Grants to British Columbia NGOs, Agencies, IHEs, and First Nations for Wildlife Conservation

Deadline: 11/02/26 Conference Date: 09/10/26

Grants to British Columbia NGOs, agencies, businesses, communities, academic institutions, consultants, First Nations, and individuals for fish and wildlife preservation projects in eligible locations. Applicants must engage with the relevant First Nation(s), and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230561

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits, Agencies, and Environmental Entities for Water Resource Pr...

Deadline: 01/08/27 LOI Date: 09/11/26

Grants to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and environmental entities for projects that protect and restore water resources across the state. Applicants must contact the funding source, complete required registrations, and submit a manda...

GrantWatch ID#: 130652

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Security Enhancements

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for equipment purchases and hiring of personnel to enhance organizational security. Funding is intended to support organizations that are at risk of being targeted by terrorists. Purchases must be used for property that...

GrantWatch ID#: 134556

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, Businesses, and Individuals to Manage Waste

Deadline: 10/09/26 LOI Date: 09/11/26

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, businesses, and individuals for projects that manage waste in eligible regions. Some applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full grant application. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 138562

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits for Culture, Heritage, Humanities, and Arts Activities

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote and support access to and participation in activities related to culture, heritage, humanities, and the arts. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 139118

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Arts Programs and Operational Support

Deadline: 10/15/26 LOI Date: 09/11/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, public schools, and IHEs for arts activities and organizational support. New applicants, as well as applicants who have not applied in recent years, must send a letter of intent prior to app...

GrantWatch ID#: 147173

Grants to Ontario Companies and Organizations to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario event organizers for events, festivals, and sports events that attract visitors and promote tourism in eligible locations. Interested applicants must contact staff before applying. Funding is intended to encourage overnight stays ...

GrantWatch ID#: 148579

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve Oral Health in Children

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations and public or government entities, including schools and health departments, for dental health programs for children. Funding areas of interest include oral health awareness and education and access to or...

GrantWatch ID#: 159527

Grants to British Columbia First Nations, Businesses, Agencies, and NGOs for Wildlife Projects

Deadline: 11/02/26 Conference Date: 10/02/26 LOI Date: 09/11/26

Grants to British Columbia First Nations, businesses, communities, consultants, agencies, NGOs, academic institutions, and individuals for fish and wildlife projects in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a notice of intent prior to applying. The goal of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162407

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs Serving Community Youth

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and churches in eligible locations for activities that benefit local youth. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164720

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for community benefit initiatives. Funding is intended for proposals in the areas of education, humanitarian support, disadvantaged children, environment, arts and culture, and animal welfare. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164766

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits and Agencies to Acquire and Improve Recreational Trails

Deadline: 10/02/26 LOI Date: 09/11/26

Grants to Arizona nonprofit organizations and government and tribal agencies to acquire or develop recreational trails for public use. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support a wide range of p...

GrantWatch ID#: 168079

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Economic Development and to Address Needs

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to create jobs, improve economic infrastructure, address emergency needs, and promote charitable and service organizations in eligible regions. Funding is intended to implement projects or purchase n...

GrantWatch ID#: 168284

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Iowa nonprofit and government organizations for community benefit programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and programs that encourage community development and enhance the quality of life outside the metropolitan a...

GrantWatch ID#: 169688

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address community needs. Grant funds may be requested for capacity-building efforts, innovative programs, special projects, and technolog...

GrantWatch ID#: 172375

Grants to Wyoming Public Schoolsfor Projects that Enhance Student Learning

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Wyoming public schools in eligible areas to enable teachers to enhance the curriculum and offer unique and innovative educational opportunities. Funding is intended to provide academic, personal, and vocational programming for students beyond the capacit...

GrantWatch ID#: 172696

Grants to Idaho and Utah Organizations to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Idaho and Utah organizations for projects and programs that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities that create positive impact in the focus areas of environment, art, and social services. Eligible proposals benefit ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173327

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Scout Groups for Environmental Proj...

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and scout groups for environmental preservation projects. Funding is intended to encourage partnerships and programs that promote the sustainability of the state's natu...

GrantWatch ID#: 173952

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Capacity Building and Consulting

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to build organizational capacity and hire consulting services. Funding is intended for activities related to planning, information technology, corporate structure and board developme...

GrantWatch ID#: 174751

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, Churches, and Schools to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, units of government, churches, and educational institutions to benefit the community in eligible locations. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a proposal. Focus areas include economic and comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 174926

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that benefit adults and youth with disabilities and/or special needs. Eligible organizations are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175096

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and CBOs to Improve Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and community groups to improve and develop parks and recreational facilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance existing facilities, acquire land to develop new facilities, and provide more adequ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175421

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits for Initiatives that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit and community organizations in eligible locations for projects, events, and services that benefit local residents. Proposed initiatives should align with the following areas of focus: diversity, education, community involvement, and the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178519

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and churches for activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects, services, and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 179265

Grants to Alabama and Mississippi Nonprofits to Strengthen Local Communities

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alabama and Mississippi nonprofit organizations to strengthen communities within the funding source’s service area. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of civic benefit, community and economic development, and education. Progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 179296

Grants to Florida Nonprofits, Schools, and Neighborhood Groups to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations, schools, and neighborhood associations for programs and projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that address neighborhood needs, improve education, and build community p...

GrantWatch ID#: 179508

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Natural Resources Conservation and Management

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for natural resources conservation and management. Applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support initiatives to protect the enviro...

GrantWatch ID#: 180156

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Qualifying Municipalities in Multiple ...

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, and Private Entities for Mental Health Programs

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government entities, faith-based organizations, and private incorporated entities for mental health programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the following areas of service: mental health, sub...

GrantWatch ID#: 182453

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Churches, Schools, and Agencies for Community Programs

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, churches, schools, government agencies, and community groups for programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for cultural, charitable, or educational projects. Projects that are family-oriented, community-based, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183018

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, Churches, and Agencies in Eligible Areas for Communit...

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit and faith-based organizations, schools, government agencies, and community groups in eligible areas for programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for community-based projects and activities within the focus areas of ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 183021

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Churches for Programs that Benefit the C...

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, community groups, and churches in eligible regions to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of arts and culture, community development, education, environmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 183023

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Provide Procedural Services to Crime Victims

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies, including community-based victim service providers, juvenile probation offices, and prosecutor offices, to provide legal services to crime victims. Funding is intended to support programs and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184283

Grants to New Jersey History Nonprofits and Agencies for General Organizational Expenses

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to New Jersey nonprofit history organizations and units of government, including schools and libraries in eligible locations, for general organizational expenses. Eligible uses of funds include historical site management, increasing public p...

GrantWatch ID#: 185918

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Libraries for History Projects

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and units of government, including schools and libraries, for projects related to history in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist organizations with projects such as the conservation of mate...

GrantWatch ID#: 185919

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Supplement Specialized Anti-Terrorism Staff and Equipment

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for expenses related to anti-terrorism measures. The purpose of funding is to hire law enforcement officers or acquire new equipment, such as CCTV equipment. Funding is intended for organizations at the greatest risk of...

GrantWatch ID#: 185997

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Preserve Historical Buildings

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies to preserve and rehabilitate historically important structures and buildings in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that promote historic preservation as a tool for buildi...

GrantWatch ID#: 186121

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Libraries, School Districts, and Park Districts for Youth Benef...

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, libraries, school districts, and park districts in eligible locations for impactful youth programs. Funding is intended to support projects and direct services benefiting area youth, with priority given to programs that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186773

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, local and state government agencies, and public schools in multiple states to benefit local communities in the funding source's service area. Priority is given to programs that provide services to individuals with low- to mod...

GrantWatch ID#: 188042

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Services

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for a wide range of community services benefiting residents in eligible locations. Funding areas of interest include health, capital improvement, community development, and addressing children's needs....

GrantWatch ID#: 190113

Grants to New York Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs to Benefit Local Youth

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to New York nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for youth programs. Eligible organizations are those that address the areas of youth sports, community projects, youth advocacy, and youth arts and sciences. Programs and projects mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 192211
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