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

Explore 8,907 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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8,907 grants found

Grants to North Dakota Individuals, Nonprofits, and Agencies to Preserve Historic Properties

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to North Dakota property owners, including individuals, nonprofit organizations, schools, agencies, and tribal entities, for historic preservation projects. Funding is intended to restore, maintain, and rehabilitate National Register-listed...

GrantWatch ID#: 215774

Grants to Pennsylvania Schools and School Districts to Improve the Safety and Mental Health of...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Pennsylvania schools and school districts to promote security enhancements and emotional health improvements in schools. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to improve physical security and behavioral ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216401

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, Tribes, and Agencies t...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, IHEs, school districts, government agencies, and tribes to address barriers to cancer treatments of underrepresented communities. Applicants must complete the required r...

GrantWatch ID#: 217683

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and For-Profits for Resea...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of $50,000 per year to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, for-profits, school districts, and Tribal organizations for research studies related to implementing health interventions. Applicants must submit an LO...

GrantWatch ID#: 217702

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and For-Profits for Research on Proteins Associated ...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, for-profits, school districts, and Tribal organizations for research on proteins associated with rare diseases. Applicants must submit an LOI and complete the required registrations ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217705

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Agencies, IHEs, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Novel...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International agencies, IHEs, and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for novel, exploratory health-related research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for novel...

GrantWatch ID#: 218346

Grants to Nonprofits in Multiple States for Educational Programs

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to California, Colorado, Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs that improve educational outcomes for children in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full grant proposal.Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 220024

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators at Nonprofits, IHEs, For-Profits, and A...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit organizations, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and tribes for research projects addressing issues related to human genomic or genetic research. Required regis...

GrantWatch ID#: 221128

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators at Nonprofits, IHEs, For-Profits, and A...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit organizations, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and tribes for large-scale research related to vision conditions. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be...

GrantWatch ID#: 221131

Grants to Indiana and Kentucky Nonprofits and Businesses to Host Public Arts Events

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Indiana and Kentucky nonprofit organizations, arts organizations, artists, groups of artists, CBOs, neighborhood associations, and businesses in eligible regions for arts events benefiting local residents. Funding is intended to support ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221799

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Agencies, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Early...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International government agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs for early-stage health research projects using clinical trials. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applyin...

GrantWatch ID#: 222169

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Benefit Children and Youth and Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of education, recreation, sports, and the arts. Grants support initiatives that enhance ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223853

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies in Multiple States to Benefit Youth

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Arizona, California, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Texas nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in eligible locations to benefit youth. Applicants must take an eligibility quiz and submit a letter of intent prior t...

GrantWatch ID#: 223880

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Community Development Projects

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for community development projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of housing, education, food access, and health & wellness. Grants are available for general operations, programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 224943

Grants to California Private Entities and Tribal Organizations for EV Infrastructure Projects

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to California private entities and tribal organizations for projects addressing electric vehicle infrastructure. Applicants must submit a proposal to design, install, operate, and maintain electric vehicle charging stations that will be available to the pub...

GrantWatch ID#: 227561

In-Kind Donations of Gift Cards to USA Nonprofits and Title I Schools to Meet Basic Needs

Deadline: 10/16/26

In-kind donations of gift cards valued at up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and Title I schools in multiple states to meet the basic needs of individuals. Applicants must specify how and when gift cards will be distributed directly to needy individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230018

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities for Youth Natural Resources Management Experiences

Deadline: 10/16/26

Cooperative agreements to USA government agencies, tribal governments, IHEs, and nonprofit organizations in multiple states to give youth experience in natural resources management. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to compl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230146

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Substance Use Research

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs for substance use research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to address high-priority rese...

GrantWatch ID#: 230164

Grants to Iowa Youth for Climate Action Projects

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa youth for climate action projects in eligible regions. Applicants must be aged 15-24 and work in conjunction with a sponsoring organization. Funding is intended for youth-led initiatives that support climate action plan goals and tha...

GrantWatch ID#: 231732

Grants to Ohio Public and Private Schools to Reduce Waste and Encourage Recycling

Deadline: 10/17/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Ohio K-12 public and private schools for projects and programs to reduce waste and encourage recycling. Funding is intended for waste-reducing equipment and technology and educational opportunities emphasizing recycling for students and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209524

Grants to Texas Nonprofits to Promote the Health and Well-Being of Residents

Deadline: 10/17/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations to promote the health and well-being of residents. Funding is intended to address barriers to care and to provide direct support that empowers families to thrive. Grants are available in the focus areas of special needs, ped...

GrantWatch ID#: 225918

Grants to Nevada Entities to Enhance Local Neighborhoods

Deadline: 01/04/27 Conference Date: 10/17/26 LOI Date: 11/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and in-kind services to Nevada neighborhood associations, business associations, and homeowners associations in eligible locations to enhance local neighborhoods. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169522

Grants to Canada Individuals, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Conservation Projects

Deadline: 10/18/26

Grants to Canada individuals, nonprofit organizations, Indigenous organizations, IHEs, for-profit organizations, community groups, and government agencies for environmental preservation projects. Funding may be used for habitat conservation, research, conservation...

GrantWatch ID#: 163282

Grants to USA and Canada Principals, Guidance Counselors, and Teachers to Improve Education

Deadline: 10/18/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA and Canada principals, guidance counselors, teachers, and school employees in communities where the funding source has a business presence for resources and programs that enhance education. Funding is intended to address specific fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 178835

Grants to South Carolina Organizations, CBOs, and Schools for Plant-Related Projects

Deadline: 10/18/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to South Carolina organizations, community-based groups, and schools for plant-related activities and projects. Funding is intended for protection and restoration initiatives or programs that help educate the public or students about native ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218555

Grants to USA and International IHEs for Collaborative Training and Exchange Programs

Deadline: 10/18/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and International institutions of higher education for collaborative training and exchange programs. Applicants are required to join the funding source's network prior to applying for a grant. Funding is intended to promote partnersh...

GrantWatch ID#: 232041

Grants to Washington School Districts and Educational Programs to Enhance Early Learning

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Washington early childhood education programs, school districts, and K-3 curriculums to improve early learning opportunities for children in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide children with a solid educational foundation t...

GrantWatch ID#: 143141

Grants to Colorado Groups for Resident-Led Projects to Improve Local Neighborhoods

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado community groups for grassroots-led projects to improve neighborhoods in eligible regions. Priority will be given to projects that target neighborhoods with below-average income and to BIPOC communities. Programs and activities m...

GrantWatch ID#: 161750

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, For-Profits, Schools, and Agencies for STEM Programs

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit and for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies to develop and provide STEM and space-related activities. Funding is intended to support new initiatives or ongoing programs that advance ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162194

Grants to Canada Individuals for Research Projects Focused on Kidney Disease

Deadline: 11/23/26 LOI Date: 10/19/26

Grants to Canada independent researchers affiliated with eligible institutions to study kidney disease. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying. Eligible expenses may include supplies, materials, equipment, payment of laboratory assistants, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 174821

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits for Education and Improved Access to Legal Services

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for programs to educate the community on legal matters and improve access to legal services. Funding is also intended for the enhancement of the local law library and for continuing education for judges and lawyers. Prior...

GrantWatch ID#: 180215

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Water Quality Improvement Projects

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and community groups for lake water quality improvement in eligible areas. Funding is intended for charitable and educational projects or studies related to water quality, preservation, protection, acquis...

GrantWatch ID#: 187067

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Activities to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for programs and activities that benefit local communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff to begin the application process. Funding is intended for projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 205334

Grants to Virginia Library Staff to Provide Equitable Learning Programs

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Virginia librarians and library media specialists for programs that provide inclusive and equitable learning opportunities. Funding is intended to support students with a broad range of abilities, communities, backgrounds, and learning styles. Grants are...

GrantWatch ID#: 209819

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, CBOs, Organizations, Business Improvement Districts, and Associ...

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, CBOs, neighborhood organizations, business improvement districts, and associations for projects to promote clean transportation in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit a pre-application prior to a full gra...

GrantWatch ID#: 213852

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Develop Clean Plant Centers

Deadline: 10/19/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nongovernmental organizations, government agencies, colleges and universities, and state experiment stations for the development of clean plant centers. Funding is intended to support pathogen elimination and diagnostic services that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216196

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Promote Education and Health

Deadline: 11/16/26 LOI Date: 10/19/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in eligible regions for activities that promote health and education. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for programs that add...

GrantWatch ID#: 216894

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, and Institutions for Water Conservation and Preservati...

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, agencies, and institutions in eligible regions for initiatives related to access to clean water, water conservation, and preservation. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 216964

Cooperative Agreements to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Clinical Trials ...

Deadline: 10/19/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs for clinical trials in stroke patients. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to advance p...

GrantWatch ID#: 218074

Grants to Ontario First Nations, Their Organizations, and Members for Economic Development

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Ontario First Nations, their organizations, and members to strengthen economic development. The purpose of funding is to promote conservation and harvesting while maintaining traditional methods. The goal is to increase employment and improve the quality...

GrantWatch ID#: 225616

Grants to Ohio Qualifying Organizations and Individuals to Meet Emergency or Special Needs of ...

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Ohio qualifying organizations and individuals to meet emergency or special needs of residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended programs and projects in a variety of focus areas, including but not limited to environment, youth and education, disas...

GrantWatch ID#: 225939

Cooperative Agreements to USA and International Entities to Advance AI Healthcare Tools

Deadline: 10/19/26

Cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs to move AI healthcare tools from prototypes to real-world use in patient care. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several w...

GrantWatch ID#: 230661

Cooperative Agreements to USA and International Entities for Medical AI Tools

Deadline: 10/19/26

Cooperative Agreements to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and IHEs for multi-disciplinary research to develop AI tools for healthcare. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to com...

GrantWatch ID#: 230669

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and CBOs for Initiatives to Promote Economic Stability

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and CBOs for initiatives to promote economic stability in eligible regions. Funding is intended for services and programs, general operations, capital projects, capacity building, and the pursuit of future goals. The pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 231338

Opportunity for Colorado Nonprofits to Participate in a Competition to Win Funds

Deadline: 10/19/26

Opportunity for Colorado nonprofit organizations to participate in a competition to win funds for their organization. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: early childhood education, the environment, and youth. The purpose of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 231598

Grants to Minnesota Organizations and Agencies for Initiatives to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to Minnesota organizations and agencies for initiatives to benefit the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs, services, events, and opportunities to improve the well-being of at-risk children and families. Eligible p...

GrantWatch ID#: 146715

Grants to Texas Organizations, Agencies, Businesses, and Residents to Replace Vehicles

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to Texas organizations, individuals, businesses, and government agencies in eligible counties to repower heavy- or medium-duty motor vehicles with natural gas engines. Funding is also available to replace eligible heavy or medium-duty vehicles with natural ...

GrantWatch ID#: 168820

Grants to Maine and New Hampshire Schools for Recycling Programs

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Maine and New Hampshire public and private schools in funding source member communities for recycling projects. Funding is intended to support projects that promote landfill diversion and the reduction of solid waste disposal through reus...

GrantWatch ID#: 173466

Grants to Washington Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for program/event support and small capital projects. Program areas include education, health, human services, the en...

GrantWatch ID#: 175723

Grants to Canada Registered Charities to Reduce Animal Cruelty and Help Animals in Distress

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to Canada registered charities for projects and activities to benefit animals worldwide. Funding is intended to assist the efforts of organizations that work to reduce animal cruelty and help domesticated and wild animals that are abandoned, neglected, abus...

GrantWatch ID#: 190137
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