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

Explore 8,965 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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8,965 grants found

Grants to Texas Volunteer Fire Departments for Workforce Development Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Texas volunteer fire departments in rural areas for workforce development and expansion efforts. Funding is intended to assist volunteer fire departments in enhancing staff recruitment and improving community fire protection. Grants may b...

GrantWatch ID#: 210794

Grants to Ohio Engineers and Conservation Districts to Improve Water Quality

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ohio county engineers and soil and water conservation districts for environmental preservation programs. Funding is intended to enhance water quality through the construction of two-stage and self-forming ditches. The ditches provide environmental benefi...

GrantWatch ID#: 210807

Grants to Ohio Libraries to Improve Services and Develop Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ohio libraries, including public, school, and academic libraries, to address user needs or develop original programming. Funding is intended to offer libraries the opportunity to solve a problem, build a program or service, or carry out its mission and p...

GrantWatch ID#: 210808

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Access to Waterways

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $30,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that enhance access to recreational activities on state waterways. Funding is intended to design, develop, construct, or renovate non-motorized public access proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 210815

Grants and In-Kind Support to Mississippi Nonprofits in Eligible Counties for Capacity-Buildin...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Mississippi nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for capacity-building activities. Funding is intended for a wide range of initiatives including but not limited to training, professional development, organizational management,...

GrantWatch ID#: 210860

Grants to Mississippi Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Mississippi nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve the quality of life in eligible areas. Funding is intended for projects and improvements that will benefit the local area, including but not limited to event sponsorships, programs, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 210861

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Tourism in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, school districts, and government agencies to promote tourism and improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects that have a positive impact on the local economy, includ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210984

Grants to California Nonprofits, Tribes, Agencies, Schools, and Hospitals to Address the Local...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, tribes, government agencies, schools, faith-based organizations, and hospitals to address the missing persons crisis in eligible regions. Funding is intended to provide support to programs advancing efforts to address ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211056

Grants to Indiana Nonprofit and For-Profit Property Owners for Building Preservation Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana commercial, industrial, nonprofit, and individual property owners to renovate the exterior portion of buildings in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211103

Grants to Wisconsin Small Businesses and Nonprofits for Facility Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to Wisconsin small businesses and qualifying nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to beautify and improve their facilities. Applicants are required to contact the funding source to determine eligibility prior to applying. Eligible no...

GrantWatch ID#: 211123

Grants to Indiana Organizations for Athletic Events that Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana organizations for athletic events and programs that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to attract amateur, professional, adaptive, collegiate, and Olympic/Paralympic-sanctioned sporting events that increas...

GrantWatch ID#: 211145

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Respond to Community Needs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs that address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for innovative ideas and strategies that respond to community concerns. Funding is available for seed grants, capacity building, impact...

GrantWatch ID#: 211155

Grants to British Columbia First Nations to Build Capacity and Remove Social Barriers

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia First Nations, Modern Treaty Nations, and self-governing Nations to promote social justice and remove barriers. Funding is intended to build the capacity of First Nations and enable them to more fully engage and consult on a government-t...

GrantWatch ID#: 211176

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Promote Tourism and Economic Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to develop and strengthen the tourism sector in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve local place-based assets with the goal of creating an attractive travel destination and enhancing the quality of life for r...

GrantWatch ID#: 211188

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Development Projects in Eligible Loca...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and other entities for community development activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that benefit residents and improve the long-term sustainability and succes...

GrantWatch ID#: 211206

Grants to California Community-Based Organizations for Environmental Projects in Disadvantaged...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California community-based organizations for projects relating to the environment in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in disadvantaged communities. The activities should involve developing the capacity of community leaders, implementi...

GrantWatch ID#: 211312

Grants to New York Agencies, Nonprofits, Religious Institutions, and Schools to Enhance Commun...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to New York nonprofit organizations, religious institutions, municipalities, and schools to promote environmental projects and neighborhood enhancement in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the focus a...

GrantWatch ID#: 211344

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Transportation Projects in Eligible Regio...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for transportation initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects that enhance the use of public transportation or the transport of goods and/or people by means of h...

GrantWatch ID#: 211370

Grants to Minnesota Arts and Culture Nonprofits and CBOs for Arts and Cultural Programming

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit arts and culture organizations and qualifying cultural community groups in eligible regions for arts and cultural activities that benefit disadvantaged residents. Funding is intended for programs and events that improve access to the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211444

In-Kind Donations to Colorado Nonprofits, Schools, and Community Gardens for Gardening Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations to Colorado nonprofit organizations, schools, community gardens, and other groups to support community and school-based gardening projects. Donations of low-cost soil will be made to projects that encourage community change through food security,...

GrantWatch ID#: 211520

Grants to Delaware Small Businesses to Promote International Trade

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Delaware small companies to promote and facilitate global business activities. Funding is intended to assist small businesses in navigating international business development by supporting marketing and sales projects around the world. G...

GrantWatch ID#: 211659

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits, Schools, and Water Systems to Increase the Availability of...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, schools, and water systems to increase the availability of potable water in small communities. Funding is intended to assess the feasibility of connecting systems containing high levels of contamina...

GrantWatch ID#: 211664

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Purchase Golf Equipment and Remove Barriers to Golf Participat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations for equipment purchases that benefit golfers in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address equipment needs and improve access to the sport of golf. The Foundation's goal is to increase equity, improve participation...

GrantWatch ID#: 211672

In-Kind Technology Support to Canada Charities and Social Enterprises to Improve Efficiency

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind technology support to Canada registered charities and social enterprise agencies to improve efficiency. Eligible participants receive mentoring, services, and software in order to upgrade their digital capabilities. The purpose of the program is to facilit...

GrantWatch ID#: 211700

Grants to Michigan Groups for Projects that Benefit Youth in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Michigan groups for programs and activities that benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist groups that are associated with a school, government agency, or a local nonprofit organization and are committed to helping ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211786

Grants to New York Nonprofits in Eligible Counties for Projects to Benefit the Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to New York nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for projects to benefit the community. Priority will be given to activities to benefit populations in need, nonprofit development, bridge funding, and catalyst funding. Initiatives mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 211881

Grants to Minnesota Organizations and Agencies for Water Quality and Habitat Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota organizations, government agencies, and groups for water quality and habitat projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects utilizing native vegetation and bioengineering techniques that enhance the surface wate...

GrantWatch ID#: 211884

Grants and In-Kind Support to Minnesota Entities for Recycling and Collection of Food Scraps

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based groups, residential properties, and businesses in eligible locations for recycling and collection of food scraps. Applicants must contact program staff in order to submit an appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 211940

In-Kind Grants to Minnesota Businesses and Nonprofits for Recycling and Food Scrap Collection

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of up to $2,500 of equipment to Minnesota businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for recycling and food scrap collection. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. The program is intended to supply recycling, tras...

GrantWatch ID#: 211941

Grants to Michigan Agencies and Railroads for Projects to Enhance Rail Infrastructure

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan government agencies, railroads, and rail customers for projects to enhance the state's rail system. Funding is intended for labor, equipment, and materials related to the rehabilitation and installation of rail customer infrastructure. The goal ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211949

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Hockey in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies to promote the game of hockey in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that strengthen and advance youth hockey in local communities. Eligible applicants are located ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212041

Grants to New Mexico Agencies, IHEs, and Tribes for Community Forest Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $60,000 to New Mexico non-federal government agencies, IHEs, and tribes for projects and initiatives related to community forests. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding areas of interest inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 212067

Grants to Florida Businesses and Property Owners for Projects to Clean Up Graffiti

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $4,000 to Florida businesses and property owners for projects to mitigate damages from vandalism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects to prevent the spread of graffiti and for graffiti clean-up activities. Eligible properties are...

GrantWatch ID#: 212071

Loans to Israel Businesses and Nonprofits to Mitigate the Effects of the War

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to Israel businesses and nonprofit organizations for emergency assistance in the wake of the war. The program offers interest-free loans with a payment track of five years and no need for guarantors. The goal of the funding program is to facilitate interest-...

GrantWatch ID#: 212127

Grants to Virginia Businesses, Agencies, and Railroads for Freight Railway Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Virginia businesses, government agencies, economic development departments, and railroads to enhance the freight railway system. Applicants must contact the appropriate local governing body prior to applying. The goal of the grant program is to improve t...

GrantWatch ID#: 212180

Grants to Pennsylvania County Governments for Educational Programs Addressing Pollution

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania county governments for educational programs addressing pollution. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for projects that will help reduce pollution from private homes and small busines...

GrantWatch ID#: 212225

Grants to Pennsylvania County Governments for Waste Management Plans

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $75,000 to Pennsylvania county government agencies for environmental activities related to waste management and removal. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for expenses in connection with planning and prepari...

GrantWatch ID#: 212226

Grants to New Jersey Real Estate Developers for Capital Projects that Foster Neighborhood Revi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit and for-profit real estate developers for capital projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve local neighborhoods and foster community revitalization after the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. All projects must be loca...

GrantWatch ID#: 212248

Grants to West Virginia Organizations to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to West Virginia organizations for programs and activities that improve the lives of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a range of community-benefit projects including but not limited to providing audio books for libraries and emergenc...

GrantWatch ID#: 212289

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Children and Youth in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist and guide children and youth (ages 6 to 18) through ongoing activities that advance personal development, leadership, and ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 212307

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Emergency Assistance in the Wake of Unexpected...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for emergency assistance in the wake of unexpected challenges. Funding is intended for unbudgeted or unplanned expenditures that arise as a result of unanticipated circumstances such as torna...

GrantWatch ID#: 212372

Grants to New York, Florida, and Ohio Nonprofits for Programs to Address Community Issues

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York, Florida, and Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs to address a wide variety of issues in eligible communities. A Letter of Intent must be submitted before the full application. Funding is intended for programs addressing cruelty to animals...

GrantWatch ID#: 212379

Grants to Montana Nonprofits and Agencies to Assist Low-Income Families in Purchasing New Homes

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Montana nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs to assist low-income families in purchasing a new home. Funding is intended to cover down payments and costs associated with closing. The purpose of the program is to increase the avail...

GrantWatch ID#: 212398

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Benefit At-Risk Populations in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to address the needs of underserved populations in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that increase access to the sport of hockey in addition to promoting the health and well-being of at-risk yo...

GrantWatch ID#: 212560

Grants to New York Nonprofits, Agencies, and School Systems to Support the Community in Eligib...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to New York nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and school systems to support community activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to assist with the purchase of supplies, program incentives, and other small items. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212580

Grants to British Columbia Indigenous Organizations and Agencies for Workforce Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia First Nations, Tribal councils, Métis Nation Government, and Indigenous organizations to address workforce barriers impacting Indigenous people across the province. Funding is intended to assist Indigenous communities in identifying gap...

GrantWatch ID#: 212694

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Health Outcomes

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based entities for programs and initiatives that address health inequities. Funding is intended to support new strategies and approaches that help to solve health-related conc...

GrantWatch ID#: 212723

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits Serving Older Adults to Address Urgent Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $30,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations serving older adults to address urgent organizational needs. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to address sudden, unexpected needs that could negatively imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 212733

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities that address basic needs, benefit youth, and promote water safety skills. The goal of the grant program i...

GrantWatch ID#: 212736

Grants to Wyoming Schools and Youth Organizations for Environmental Education Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Wyoming schools and youth organizations for environmental education events in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that will provide youth with hands-on experiences in agriculture, conservation, or natural resources. Grants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212767
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