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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,581 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for individuals, including artists, teachers, veterans, musicians, scientists, inventors, entrepreneurs, farmers, homeowners, and students pursuing college scholarships and fellowships, operating in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives, updated daily.

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Opportunity for British Columbia First Nations Students to Join a Language Program

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Opportunity for British Columbia First Nations students to participate in language training programs. Funding is intended to cover expenses related to paid internships and language learning programs, including mentor and apprentice stipends, tuition and living exp...

GrantWatch ID#: 209097

Grants to Virginia Artists and Arts Organizations for the Advancement of Creative Skills

Deadline: 10/11/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Virginia artists and arts organizations in eligible areas for the advancement of their creative skills. Funding will be awarded to provide opportunities for planning and carrying out short-term projects. The projects are intended to widen...

GrantWatch ID#: 217480

Grants to California Researchers for High-Risk Exploratory Cancer Research Projects

Deadline: 03/04/27 Conference Date: 09/17/26 LOI Date: 10/16/26

Grants to California researchers for high-risk exploratory cancer research projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Applications from new investigators are encouraged. The purpose of the grant program is to encourage researchers to purs...

GrantWatch ID#: 225582

Grants to California Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals for Breast Cancer Research Events

Deadline: 10/16/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants to California community organizations, IHEs, hospitals, businesses, and individuals for events related to breast cancer research. The purpose of the grant program is to support events that foster research and stimulate ideas related to breast cancer. Events...

GrantWatch ID#: 225584

Grants to California Entities and Individuals for Grassroots Breast Cancer Research Events

Deadline: 02/18/27 Conference Date: 09/17/26 LOI Date: 10/29/26

Grants to California community organizations, IHEs, hospitals, businesses, and individuals for grassroots-led events related to breast cancer research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Events may take place in-person, virtually, or in com...

GrantWatch ID#: 225585

Fellowships to California Graduate Students for Breast Cancer Research

Deadline: 03/04/27 Conference Date: 09/17/26 LOI Date: 01/15/27

Fellowships to California graduate students who are conducting breast cancer research. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Fellowships include a mentor currently involved in breast cancer research as well as a financial stipend. Research ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225586

Grants to California Teams of Researchers and Community Members for Pilot Breast Cancer Resear...

Deadline: 03/04/27 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants to California teams of researchers and community members for pilot research projects related to breast cancer. Applicants will work in teams throughout the research process, including studying the best research methods, clarifying breast cancer questions, g...

GrantWatch ID#: 225588

Grants to California Research Teams for Breast Cancer Research Planning Projects

Deadline: 10/16/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants of up to $25,000 and technical assistance to California teams of researchers and community members for planning activities related to breast cancer research projects. In addition to funding, teams will participate in a technical assistance program. The purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 232245

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Research on Rare Diseases

Deadline: 10/19/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International faculty-level academic researchers and senior scientific researchers at nonprofit institutions for medical research related to rare diseases. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full proposal. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 160999

Grants to New Jersey Ranchers, Farmers, and Forest Landowners for Conservation Measures

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants and in-kind support to New Jersey ranchers, farmers, and forest landowners for activities to conserve natural resources on farmlands and forestlands. The program offers financial support and technical assistance for the development of plans that will improv...

GrantWatch ID#: 183202

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Researcher or Graduate Student for Research on Anxiet...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grant of $7,500 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career researcher or graduate student for psychological research. Funding is intended to support the exploration of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. Eligible uses of funds are for basic and clinical re...

GrantWatch ID#: 183488

Grants to USA Researchers to Conduct Studies Related to Respiratory Viruses

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to USA qualifying researchers affiliated with nonprofit research institutions to conduct studies related to respiratory viruses, including the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189497

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Graduate Student or Psychologist for Work-Related Res...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grant of $19,000 to a USA, Canada, or International graduate student or psychologist affiliated with a nonprofit institution or government entity for work-related psychological research and educational projects. Funding is intended to support activities that explo...

GrantWatch ID#: 190442

Award to a Washington Resident or Organization to Recognize Outstanding Service to the Communi...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award to a Washington individual or organization to honor outstanding community service in eligible locations. The award is intended to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of a resident or organization that deserves community recognition. Applicants must be locate...

GrantWatch ID#: 191358

Grants to USA Researchers at Nonprofit Institutions for Lung Cancer Research Studies

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to USA qualifying researchers affiliated with nonprofit academic or research institutions to conduct cancer research studies. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist investigators who are conduct...

GrantWatch ID#: 192053

Grants to USA Researchers to Support Studies Related to Lung Disease

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants of $75,000 per year to USA qualifying researchers affiliated with nonprofit research institutions for studies related to lung disease. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry before applying. Funding is intended for projects involving basic science, tran...

GrantWatch ID#: 192055

Grants to USA Early-Career Researchers for Studies Related to Lung Biology and Disease

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants of $50,000 per year to USA early-career researchers affiliated with nonprofit research institutions for studies related to lung biology and diseases. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry before applying. Funding is intended to support innovative proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 192056

Grants to Indiana and Kentucky Individuals and Groups for Youth-Led Community Projects

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $750 to Indiana and Kentucky individuals and groups affiliated with nonprofit organizations for youth-led community-benefit projects. Funding is intended to help youth learn about service to the community, develop job skills, build social and cogni...

GrantWatch ID#: 200864

Grants to Indiana Teachers to Improve the Learning Experience for Children

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to Indiana teachers to improve and enrich educational programming for students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to develop innovative projects that promote learning for students. The goal of the grant program is to enhance the educational experien...

GrantWatch ID#: 210186

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Entrepreneurs From Underserved Communities for Professional ...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of $1,000 and in-kind support to USA entrepreneurs from underserved communities for professional development and business assistance. Funding is intended to support individuals in financial need, who are actively making a social impact. In addition to a cas...

GrantWatch ID#: 210496

Grants to Georgia Teachers for Innovative Educational Projects

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Georgia teachers for innovative lessons and projects that improve the learning experience for students. Funding is intended to inspire teachers to think outside the box and create projects that enrich education. Projects can be designed t...

GrantWatch ID#: 216320

Grants to USA Researchers for Studies to Further the Field of Occupational Therapy

Deadline: 11/20/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to USA early-stage and early midcareer researchers at nonprofit institutions and organizations for research studies to further the field of occupational therapy. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. This ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222567

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Surgical Students for Research Projects

Deadline: 09/18/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals in postgraduate surgical training programs for research projects. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended to support salaries and direct expenses related to the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223188

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Junior Faculty Member for Surgical Research

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International junior faculty member to conduct a surgical research project. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for direct expenses related to the research project. The purpose ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223189

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Junior Surgical Resident for Promoting Diversity

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career junior faculty member to recognize excellence in fostering diversity in the field of academic surgery. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for direct ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223190

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Surgical Palliative Care Research

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $20,000 to a USA, Canada, or International full-time faculty member to conduct a research project related to surgical palliative care. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for clinical or basic science resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 223191

Grants to USA Researchers for Research Related to Air Quality and Lung Health

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to USA researchers affiliated with nonprofit academic or research institutions to conduct research projects related to air quality and health. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to applying. The purpose of the grant is to stimulate i...

GrantWatch ID#: 223292

Grants to Utah Property Owners for Interior Rehabilitation Projects of Historic Buildings

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Utah property owners for interior rehabilitation projects of historic buildings in eligible locations. Funds are intended for interior work only, and the property must be for mixed or commercial use with commercial spaces on the ground f...

GrantWatch ID#: 225462

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Research Groups to Devise Mental Health Interve...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International research groups affiliated with IHEs, hospitals, research institutions, nonprofit organizations, enterprises, and governments to participate in a contest to devise mental health interventions. The purpose of the oppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 229520

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Companies to Address Autoimmune...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, researchers, students, and companies to participate in a pitch contest to present healing mechanisms for inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. Areas of interest include dermatology, rheumatology, and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 231278

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Public K-12 Schools and Nonprofits for Theater Resources

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Puerto Rico public K-12 schools, teachers, and nonprofit parent groups for theater program resources. Funding is intended to help under-resourced schools purchase equipment, instruments, costumes, and other materials that strengt...

GrantWatch ID#: 231682

Scholarships to Illinois Individuals to Pursue a Teaching Degree

Deadline: 09/18/26

Scholarships to Illinois individuals to pursue a teaching degree at an eligible institution of higher education. Funding is intended to increase the number of trained teachers available to teach in underserved school districts. Awardees must commit to teaching in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231768

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists and Teams to Design Public Murals

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists and teams to design public murals for eligible locations. Funding is intended to beautify crosswalks throughout the city. The goal of the program is to utilize art as a means for calming traffic, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 231907

Grants to USA Occupational Therapists for Community-Based Research Projects

Deadline: 11/20/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to USA occupational therapists employed in research positions for community-based research projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for rigorous research in partnership with relevant com...

GrantWatch ID#: 232051

Opportunity for Indiana Youth to Participate in a Leadership Program and Win a Scholarship

Deadline: 09/18/26

Opportunity for Indiana youth to receive undergraduate college scholarships of $12,500, interact with leaders in Washington, D.C., and experience the national government in action. High school juniors and seniors may qualify to apply through leadership positions t...

GrantWatch ID#: 232116

Leadership Program and Scholarships for Utah High School Students

Deadline: 10/04/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Opportunity for Utah high school students to participate in a leadership program in Washington, DC, and receive a $12,500 college scholarship. Applicants must be nominated by their school prior to submitting an application. Participating youth will meet high-level...

GrantWatch ID#: 232190

Leadership Program and Scholarships for West Virginia High School Students

Deadline: 10/09/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Opportunity for West Virginia high school students to participate in an educational leadership program in Washington, DC, and receive a $12,500 college scholarship. Applicants must be nominated by their school prior to submitting an application. Participating yout...

GrantWatch ID#: 232197

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Jewish Individuals for Exceptional Leadership

Deadline: 09/19/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Jewish individuals to recognize exceptional leadership and humanitarian accomplishments. Nominations are welcome on behalf of individuals under age 50 who have made a significant, measurable, and positive global impact. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 177586

Grants to USA Early-Career Researchers at Institutions for Research on Occupational Therapy

Deadline: 09/19/26

Grants to USA early-stage researchers at institutions for research studies that advance the field of occupational therapy. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to the full proposal. The purpose of the program is to assist occupational therapi...

GrantWatch ID#: 222566

Grants to Georgia Teachers for Innovative Classroom Projects

Deadline: 09/19/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Georgia PreK-12 teachers in eligible locations for innovative classroom projects. Funding is intended to provide teachers with the resources they need to inspire creativity, enhance learning, and make a lasting impact on students’ lives...

GrantWatch ID#: 226388

Grants to USA Individuals to Address the Impact of Sepsis

Deadline: 09/19/26

Grants of $1,000 to USA high school and IHE students to assist those who have been impacted by sepsis. Funding is intended to support sepsis survivors, the children who have lost their parents, and family members who have been affected by this life-changing condit...

GrantWatch ID#: 230865

Grants to Colorado Research Institutes and Business Partners for Scientific Studies

Deadline: 09/20/26

Grants of $50,000 to Colorado research institutions and industry partners for translational quantum research studies. Funding is intended to promote innovations launched out of the lab and to help them along the development path to new programs and businesses. Hig...

GrantWatch ID#: 231846

Grants to Canada IHE Faculty Members to Partner with For-Profits for the Development of Techno...

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support rese...

GrantWatch ID#: 160240

Grants to Oklahoma Organizations and Individuals to Benefit Residents in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Oklahoma organizations and individuals to benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to provide financial assistance for individuals and to support organizational programs that address community needs. The goal of the grant program is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 180875

Award to a Maine Teacher for the Integration of Agricultural Themes in the Classroom

Deadline: 09/21/26

Award of $300 and in-kind support to a Maine PK-12 school teacher to recognize outstanding contributions. Funding is intended for teachers who have successfully integrated agricultural concepts in elementary and secondary school classrooms. Nominations and applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 181234

Award to a USA Sculptor to Recognize Excellence in Sculptural Abilities

Deadline: 09/21/26

Award of $5,000 to a USA sculptor to recognize excellence in sculptural abilities. Applications are welcome from individuals who have created nature-inspired works that include sculptures in the round and in bas-relief. Funding is intended for applicants with matu...

GrantWatch ID#: 206036

Grants to USA Early-Career Investigators for Neurodegenerative Diseases Research

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to USA early-career investigators for research related to neurodegenerative diseases. Eligible applicants have a doctoral degree and up to a decade of research experience. Funding is intended for novel and revolutionary research with the potential for far-r...

GrantWatch ID#: 206674

Grants to West Virginia PreK-12 Educators for Projects to Enhance Student Education

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants of up to $750 to West Virginia PreK-12 educators for projects to enhance the education of students in eligible counties. Funding may be used for classroom resources, special projects, and materials that are not provided by other sources, including the schoo...

GrantWatch ID#: 210206

Grants to Texas Teachers to Promote Agricultural Programming

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants of $500 to Texas teachers to promote agricultural programming in the classroom. Funding is intended for projects that enhance the agricultural curriculum available to children and help them understand the source of their food and nutrients. Projects must di...

GrantWatch ID#: 210275

Opportunity for Wisconsin Entrepreneurs to Participate in an Accelerator Program

Deadline: 09/21/26

Opportunity for Wisconsin entrepreneurs in eligible regions to participate in a business development program. Participants receive vendor perks, networking opportunities, mentorship, customized coaching, and investor meetings. The program's goal is for graduates t...

GrantWatch ID#: 226908
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