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

Explore 8,887 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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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $50,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations and faith-based entities to benefit the community in eligible locations. First-time applicants must contact program staff before applying. Priority will be given to projects that...

GrantWatch ID#: 158615

Grants to Maryland Businesses and Nonprofits Partnering with IHEs for Research and Development

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Maryland businesses and nonprofit organizations working with researchers at academic institutions to research and develop new products and technologies. Applicants must complete an interest form and speak to a staff member before applying. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 181452

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits for Programs Related to Animal Welfare

Deadline: 09/08/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs related to animal welfare. Funding priorities include education and public outreach, medical funds, equipment, supplies, facilities repairs, spay/neuter, and support for small, local animal re...

GrantWatch ID#: 191556

Grants to Oregon Districts, Tribes, and Counties to Improve Public Transit Services

Deadline: 01/14/27 LOI Date: 10/29/26

Grants to Oregon mass transit and transportation districts, tribes, intergovernmental entities, and qualifying counties to maintain, improve, and expand public transportation services throughout the state. Funding is intended to support projects which include, but...

GrantWatch ID#: 193127

Grants to Connecticut Entities for Farm-to-School Projects

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Connecticut boards of education, IHEs, childcare centers, schools, farms, agencies, and organizations for farm-to-school projects. Funding is intended to support efforts to purchase food from local producers. Eligible grant tracks include local procureme...

GrantWatch ID#: 211983

Grants to New York and Vermont Nonprofits and Agencies for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 12/09/26

Grants to New York and Vermont nonprofit organizations and local government agencies for environmental projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support the acquisition of land or conservation easements. Priority is for projects that enhance or protec...

GrantWatch ID#: 213082

Grants to USA Teachers, IHEs, and Schools for Holocaust Education Activities

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA teachers, IHEs, and schools for Holocaust education activities. Funding is intended for field trips, educational materials, guest speakers, and other programming to teach students about the Holocaust and genocide. The focus is on teac...

GrantWatch ID#: 216446

Grants to Kansas and Missouri Nonprofits, Community Groups, and Schools for Youth-Led Projects

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Kansas and Missouri nonprofit organizations, community groups, neighborhood associations, school districts, and schools, for youth-led community betterment projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support small, high-impact pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 217154

Grants to Washington, DC BIPOC-Led Groups and Organizations for Social Justice Work

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Washington, DC BIPOC-led CBOs, groups, and start-ups focused on systems change work that addresses racial injustice. Funds will be offered as general operating support for grassroots and community-led organiza...

GrantWatch ID#: 218671

Grants to Ohio Local Agencies and Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Ohio local governments and nonprofit organizations for community benefit initiatives in eligible regions. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding supports residents in need and improves neighborhoods by assisting low-income reside...

GrantWatch ID#: 225685

Grants to New York and Vermont Nonprofits and Agencies to Protect Local Waterways

Deadline: 12/09/26

Grants to New York and Vermont nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible locations for projects to protect local waterways. Funding is intended to support initiatives that result in the purchase of land parcels. Land acquired or conserved through...

GrantWatch ID#: 231690

Grants to USA Researchers in Multiple States for Collaborative Science and Engineering Research

Deadline: 04/05/27 LOI Date: 10/12/26

Grants to USA faculty researchers affiliated with IHEs in multiple states and territories for collaborative research projects in science and engineering. Applicants must submit a preliminary application and complete the required registrations before applying. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 232006

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Faith-Based Organizations, and Agencies to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and government agencies to benefit residents. Funding is intended to support programs addressing one of the focus strategies. Strategies include but are not limited to early chil...

GrantWatch ID#: 232336
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Programs and Projects that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit local residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of education, arts and culture, medicine and science, literacy, and other charitable purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 143430
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Grants for Massachusetts Organizations for Community Projects

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants to Massachusetts organizations for projects that protect community resources in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the interest areas of community housing, historic preservation, open spaces, conservation, and recreat...

GrantWatch ID#: 146143
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Grants to British Columbia Organizations, Groups, and Individuals for Environmental Legal Supp...

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants to British Columbia organizations, groups, and individuals to obtain legal support for environmental issues. Funding is intended for costs associated with hiring lawyers, experts, mediators, and facilitators, and for supporting strategic activities to addre...

GrantWatch ID#: 175379

Grants to Michigan Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations, Agencies, and Schools for Projects...

Deadline: 09/02/26 LOI Date: 08/26/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit and faith-based organizations, units of government, and schools for charitable projects and programs to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Applicants should submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying. Priority considerat...

GrantWatch ID#: 176784
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Sponsorships to Connecticut Nonprofits for Events that Promote Cultural Understanding

Deadline: 08/26/26

Sponsorships of up to $1,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for events and programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that promote and enhance cultural understanding in the community. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 184114
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and IHEs to Host Conferences and Events

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to host meetings, conferences, and events emphasizing the life sciences and biotechnology. Applicants must register on the online portal before applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 185084
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and IHEs to Host Life Science and Biotechnology Events

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to host meetings related to the life sciences and biotechnology. Applicants must complete the required registration process before applying. Funding is intended for events t...

GrantWatch ID#: 185085
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Grants to Saskatchewan Organizations to Provide Car Seats to Needy Families

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Saskatchewan traffic safety enforcement entities, nonprofit organizations, and newcomer groups to improve child safety. Funding is intended to provide car seats to families in need. The goal of the program is to improve overall child pass...

GrantWatch ID#: 190886
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Educational Events that Promote Diversity and Inclusivity

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for events and activities that promote education, inclusiveness, and diversity in eligible regions. Funding is intended for educational high-impact community events that are free and open to the public...

GrantWatch ID#: 194370
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Grants to New York Nonprofits, Municipalities, and School Districts to Fund Evolving Needs and...

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to New York nonprofit organizations, municipalities, school districts, and faith-based organizations to fund evolving needs and one-time costs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to be used for purchases for program development or stren...

GrantWatch ID#: 194621
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Grants and In-Kind Support to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Rural Economic Development

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of $10,000 and in-kind support to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes for activities that further business and economic development in rural communities. In addition to a cash grant, successful applicants will receive mentorship an...

GrantWatch ID#: 207175
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Grants to Missouri Individuals, Businesses, and Organizations to Address Food Insecurity

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Missouri individuals, businesses, and organizations working in agriculture to address food insecurity in eligible urban areas. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Proposed projects may address production ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210039
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Grants to Georgia Individuals and Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Locati...

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to Georgia individuals and nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs in eligible counties. Funding is intended for activities and projects in the focus areas of community services, education, youth, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 217367
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Grants to Georgia LEAs for Workforce Development Projects

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants to Georgia education agencies for workforce development efforts in a wide range of sectors. Funding is intended for projects that demonstrate a significant industry need to produce high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand employees. Grants can support the pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 222820
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Grants to Wyoming Nonprofits for General Operating Support

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants of up to $80,000 per year to Wyoming nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for general operating support. Funding is intended for organizations focused on early childhood development, mental health services, and the general health and wellbeing of l...

GrantWatch ID#: 223323
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Programs to End Youth Homelessness

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and public housing agencies for programs to prevent and end youth homelessness. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 225048
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Sponsorships to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Fundraising Events

Deadline: 08/26/26

Sponsorships of up to $2,500 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for fundraising events. Priority is given to events that align with the focus areas of community and neighborhood development, health, education, regional vitality, and economic growth. Organizat...

GrantWatch ID#: 226969

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Acquire Backup Power Generation Capabilities

Deadline: 09/17/26 LOI Date: 08/26/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and municipalities in eligible locations to acquire backup power generation capabilities. Applicants must register prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to provide equipment to organizations tha...

GrantWatch ID#: 230542
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Grants to USA Research Institutions for Oncology Research

Deadline: 08/26/26

Grants to USA research institutions for oncology research. Funding is intended to address scientific and clinical gaps in cancer therapies for certain types of lymphoma. Applicants must be employed by the requesting organization and have a medical or postdoctoral ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231298

Grants to Washington Individuals, Businesses, Organizations, and Agencies for Historic Preserv...

Deadline: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 08/27/26

Grants to Washington government agencies, businesses, individuals, and organizations to preserve historic city landmarks and properties in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects focusing on the...

GrantWatch ID#: 125438

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits for Public Music, Dance, and Theater Performances

Deadline: 09/23/26 Conference Date: 08/26/26

Grants to California nonprofit performing arts organizations for public arts and cultural programming in eligible locations. First-time applicants must attend a grant workshop. Funding is intended for costs associated with music, dance, and theater performances. A...

GrantWatch ID#: 125759

Grants to California Local Agencies to Acquire or Rehabilitate Outdoor Recreation Areas

Deadline: 01/14/27

Grants to California local government agencies to enhance outdoor recreation areas and facilities. Funding is intended to support acquisition projects or development projects for public outdoor recreation, including the construction of new or renovation of existin...

GrantWatch ID#: 130268

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies for Projects to Preserve Habitats

Deadline: 11/12/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, tribes, and federal, state, and local government agencies for projects to preserve habitats. Funding is intended to support projects with a focus on the restoration, enhancement, and expansion o...

GrantWatch ID#: 140537

Grants and In-Kind Support to Texas Nonprofits to Promote Physical and Mental Health

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants and in-kind support to Texas nonprofit organizations for activities and projects that promote health and well-being in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a range of programs, including one-day, month-long, or long-term projects. Projects must creat...

GrantWatch ID#: 147682

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits to Build Capacity and Address Priority Needs

Deadline: 10/05/26 Conference Date: 08/26/26

Grants to California nonprofit arts organizations in eligible locations to strengthen organizational capacity. New applicants and applicants who did not receive funding when they last applied must attend a workshop prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161971

Grants to Massachusetts Startups and Researchers for Clean Energy and Climate Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Massachusetts early-stage companies and researchers affiliated with nonprofit research institutions for projects related to clean energy and climate technologies. Funding is intended to support prototype development that demonstrates the...

GrantWatch ID#: 169484

Grants to Missouri Agencies and School Districts to Create Outdoor Recreation Facilities

Deadline: 11/13/26

Grants to Missouri governmental agencies and public school districts to develop and acquire outdoor recreation areas that are accessible to the public. Funding is intended to create and sustain high-quality outdoor recreation facilities and areas in the state and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169710

Grants and Loans to Hawaii Nonprofits and Agencies for Neighborhood Improvement Projects

Deadline: 11/16/26

Grants and loans to Hawaii nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and CBDOs for neighborhood improvement projects in eligible locations. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for activiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 178409

Grants to California Nonprofits and Tribes to Prevent Youth and Young Adult Substance Use

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, Tribal organizations, and coalitions to prevent substance use disorder among youth. Funding is intended to support activities that are related to youth and young adults aged 12-26 in low-income, rural, and/or urban rac...

GrantWatch ID#: 192156

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Meet the Needs of Low-Income Residents

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of low-income individuals in eligible counties. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support programs and services in the areas of healt...

GrantWatch ID#: 194183

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofit, Academic, and Community-Based Organizations to Create Digi...

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit, independent, academic, and community-based organizations for the creation of digital representations of unique historical and cultural materials. An initial application must be submitted prior to the final application. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 195724

Grants and In-Kind Support to Arizona Researchers to Improve Patient Care

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants and in-kind support to Arizona individuals affiliated with healthcare systems and research facilities for research to improve patient care. Funding is intended for solutions addressing clinical needs that have the potential to impact patients in Arizona and...

GrantWatch ID#: 197191

Grants to Utah Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Support Volunteer Programs

Deadline: 10/05/26 Conference Date: 08/26/26 LOI Date: 09/03/26

Grants to Utah nonprofit and community organizations and public agencies to support volunteer programs across the state. Applicants must attend a webinar and submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Eligible organizations must devote their efforts to addressin...

GrantWatch ID#: 201357

Grants to California IHEs, Schools, and Healthcare Training Programs for Medical Training

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to California IHEs, schools, and healthcare training programs to offer medical training courses to underrepresented populations. Funding is intended to create a more culturally-diverse healthcare workforce. Eligible areas of study include behavioral health,...

GrantWatch ID#: 204043

Grants to California LEAs to Expand Access to Service Learning Among High School Seniors

Deadline: 10/05/26 LOI Date: 09/08/26

Grants to California local education agencies including school districts, charter schools, and COEs to promote service learning among high school seniors. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended for professional development...

GrantWatch ID#: 207935

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofit CBOs to Address Workplace and Worker Rights

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit community-based organizations for programs to address employment and workplace rights. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities to provide education, outreach, and legal services related to employment laws and domestic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209009

Grants to New York Meat Processing Entities for Business Expansion Activities

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to New York meat processing entities for business expansion activities. The purpose of funding is to enhance the capacity of state processing facilities. Eligible uses of funds include equipment and machinery purchases and installation, facility improvement...

GrantWatch ID#: 209102
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