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

Explore 8,881 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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8,881 grants found

Grants to Minnesota Entities for Water Quality Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, public agencies, schools, businesses, and individuals for projects to improve water quality in eligible regions. Funding is intended for clean water projects that protect the health of various waterways, including local...

GrantWatch ID#: 148816

Grants and In-Kind Support to Louisiana and Texas Nonprofits for Community Benefit

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Louisiana and Texas nonprofit organizations to enhance the lives of local residents in eligible areas. Focus areas include health, education, and hunger. Grantees may receive checks, gift cards, volunteers, and products (in-kind suppo...

GrantWatch ID#: 148913

Grants to Illinois Businesses, Organizations, and Individuals in Eligible Areas for Public Eve...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois businesses, organizations, and individuals in eligible areas for events that encourage visitors and provide economic opportunities for local businesses. Applicants must meet with the funder prior to submitting an application. The event or some p...

GrantWatch ID#: 148969

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations a wide variety of human needs initiatives. Focus areas include community, education, church, athletics, and the arts, particularly music. Past recipients include, but are not limited to, museums, libraries, youth organiza...

GrantWatch ID#: 149143

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies to Encourage Community Forestry

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to encourage community forestry. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for local tree-related projects and promotional programs. Proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 149177

Grants and In-Kind Support to California Nonprofits and Businesses for Events and Entertainmen...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to California nonprofit organizations and businesses for family-oriented events in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events that offer family entertainment, themes, and activities. In addition to monetary awards, applicants may a...

GrantWatch ID#: 149311

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Tribal Entities in Multiple States to Benefit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and government and tribal entities in multiple states to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the areas of education and safety. Pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 149338

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support impactful programs in a broad range of focus areas such as human services, the arts, education, the disadvantaged, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 150016

Grants and In-Kind Volunteer Support to Hawaii Organizations to Benefit Women and Children

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Hawaii organizations in eligible regions for community projects to benefit local women and children. Funding is intended to enhance the educational, professional, and political status of women and girls through direct financial progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 150158

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits for Education, Environment, Community Enrichment, and Entrepreneu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations, schools, and public municipalities for programs in education, the environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment in eligible locations. Funding is intended for organizations that contribute to and positively impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 152127

Grants and In-Kind Support to British Columbia Nonprofits to Facilitate Events and Festivals

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to British Columbia nonprofit societies for new and recurring festivals and other community events in eligible locations. Applicants that are new to hosting events on civic property should contact the funding source prior to applying. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 152362

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government entities for projects and services to benefit the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives that support community development, address emerging needs, and impact significan...

GrantWatch ID#: 152456

Grants to New York City Nonprofits to Serve Children and Youth in Economically Disadvantaged L...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York City nonprofit organizations for youth development initiatives. Funding is intended to serve families, children, and youth in economically disadvantaged locations within the City and to help underserved young people reach their full potential. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 153494

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Agencies for Humanities Programs and Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Texas nonprofit organizations and government agencies for public programs related to the humanities. Funding is intended for projects and activities that are focused on the humanities and are directed to the general public, both young peo...

GrantWatch ID#: 154116

Grants to Indiana Organizations and Schools for Community and Educational Programs in Eligible...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana organizations and educational institutions for a range of community and educational programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of education, human services, health, youth development, re...

GrantWatch ID#: 154153

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Address Poverty and Promote Economic and Social...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to address poverty and promote economic and social justice. Eligible applicants must serve communities in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tenness...

GrantWatch ID#: 154507

Grants to Alberta Nonprofit Community Leagues for Capacity Building and Programs to Benefit Re...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta nonprofit community leagues for capacity building and programs to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support the unique needs in organizations' neighborhoods, improve collaboration with other organizations, help organ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155235

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits for Arts and Cultural Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural programming in eligible locations. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to increase access to the arts for underserved populatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 155359

Grants to Canada Registered Charities for Programs that Protect the Economic and Social Rights...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada registered charities and CBOs for programs that address poverty through systems change. Funding is intended for policy development, youth support, leadership development, and strengthening connections between communities. The Foundation's mission ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155595

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and Municipalities to Promote Historic Preservation

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations and municipalities for activities related to historic preservation. Funding is intended for initiatives that focus on preservation, such as promotion, public education, outreach, awareness, and visioni...

GrantWatch ID#: 155738

Grants to Maine Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Health and Health Equity Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maine nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal governments, and educational institutions for projects related to health and health equity. Funding is intended for the implementation of unique approaches to projects already un...

GrantWatch ID#: 155756

Grants to Nevada Nonprofits and Agencies for Cultural Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Nevada nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and public institutions for events and activities that involve folk artists and cultural bearers. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support...

GrantWatch ID#: 155790

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits for Support in the Writing and Development of Health Related Gra...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,500 for Michigan nonprofit organizations for support in preparing and submitting grants related to health issues. Eligible expenses are limited to certain costs associated with proposal development, such as hiring freelance writers and technical...

GrantWatch ID#: 155899

Grants to Montana Nonprofits, Arts Organizations, Artists, and Teachers for Arts Activities an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Montana nonprofit and arts organizations, PreK-12 teachers, and individual artists to support arts and professional development activities and expand arts programming in local communities. The purpose of funding is to provide career advan...

GrantWatch ID#: 155924

Grants to Indiana Organizations for Urgent Projects to Serve Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local residents and address urgent needs in eligible locations. Funding is available to support one-time, emergency needs to organizations with a mission to improve the quality of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 156021

Grants and In-Kind Support to Florida Schools for School Gardens and Childhood Nutrition

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Florida public and private schools in eligible locations to create school vegetable gardens and improve childhood nutrition. Funding is intended to teach basic garden skills and to introduce students to the pleasures of clean, good fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 156034

Grants to Canada Schools, School Boards, and Community Organizations for Meal Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Canada schools, school boards, and community organizations for school meal programs that benefit children and youth. Funding is intended to support existing programs or to establish new breakfast programs. Schools may receive financia...

GrantWatch ID#: 156172

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Health Initiatives

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and public agencies for projects, programs, and events that benefit local community members in eligible locations. Funding is intended for health and wellness initiatives. Eligible applicants must be loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 156599

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Faith-Based Organizations to Address Urge...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based entities, and local government agencies to address unexpected and urgent needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support community and organizational emergency needs that are time-sensitiv...

GrantWatch ID#: 156734

Grants to New Mexico Organizations for Programs and Projects that Benefit Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

​Grants to New Mexico organizations for charitable activities that benefit communities within the funding source’s service area. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of energy efficiency and renewable energy, education, environment, and econ...

GrantWatch ID#: 156909

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and For-Profits to Increase Tourism in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $250 to Ohio nonprofit and for-profit organizations for projects that promote tourism, businesses, events, and attractions in eligible locations. Funding is intended to increase tourism and overnight stays through the use of marketing materials. Pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 157005

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Community Projects that Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Texas nonprofit, community, and faith-based organizations for community service projects, activities, and events that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to develop parks, open spaces, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 157209

Grants to Florida Neighborhood Associations for Events in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $250 to Florida neighborhood associations and groups in eligible locations for community gatherings, events, and projects. Funding is intended for activities and events that will deepen a sense of community and foster neighborhood pride. Events mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 157391

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended to support programming in the arts, education, environment, and basic needs, as well as causes important to the funding source and its ...

GrantWatch ID#: 157505

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits for Innovative Grassroots Projects in Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for innovative grassroots projects that benefit eligible communities. Priority is given to projects that seek to help cities expand economic opportunity, attract and retain talented people, and create a culture of e...

GrantWatch ID#: 157934

In-Kind Donations of Dental Hygiene Supplies to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Benefit Seniors, Adult...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of dental hygiene supplies to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to benefit underserved seniors, adults, and children. The goal of the program is to encourage, maintain, and improve home oral health care and prevent gum disease and tooth decay. Gr...

GrantWatch ID#: 157965

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits to Benefit Families

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit families across the state. Funding is intended for critical community needs. The purpose of funding is to assist with needs caused by unexpected events that impact the ability...

GrantWatch ID#: 158252

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Religious Institutions to Enhance the Local Q...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations, units of government, and faith-based organizations to enhance the local quality of life in eligible regions. Grant funds may be requested for programs, special projects, building needs, and equipment. Both one-time p...

GrantWatch ID#: 158586

In-Kind Donations to Michigan Nonprofits for Fundraising, Civic Events, or Charitable Purposes

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations to Michigan nonprofit organizations for fundraising, civic events, or charitable purposes. Organizations will receive memorabilia from a local sports team or tickets to home games. The purpose of the program is to support charitable organizations...

GrantWatch ID#: 158716

Grants to South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Focus areas include youth, environment, arts, recreation, and community betterment. The purpose of this program is to support large...

GrantWatch ID#: 158913

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies for Public Humanities Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies for publicly accessible programs related to the humanities. Funding may be used for speaker honorariums. The purpose of the program is to support programs that foster discussions, knowledge, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 158979

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life for Local Reside...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible regions for a wide range of programs and projects that improve the quality of life for local residents. Project areas focus on arts, culture; civic participation; climate, environme...

GrantWatch ID#: 159037

Grants to Colorado Organizations and Individuals for Financial Assistance to Artists

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Colorado organizations and artists in eligible regions to help local artists cope with certain financial challenges. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for Indigenous artists, artists with di...

GrantWatch ID#: 159225

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Charitable, Educational, and Scientific Programs in Eligible ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations for scientific, educational, and other charitable community programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support existing programs or to develop new programs for the local community. Programs must...

GrantWatch ID#: 159242

Grants to Saskatchewan Rural Municipalities to Train Interns in an Administrative Capacity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Saskatchewan rural municipalities for training and mentorship programs in the area of municipal administration. Funding is intended for hiring and training interns, providing them with the opportunity to work in a rural municipality office. Municipalitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 159311

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits and Agencies for Public Education Projects and Efforts to I...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Hampshire nonprofits and government agencies for education projects and efforts to improve search and rescue operations. Eligible expenses include equipment, group training, and public education. The grant program assists organization...

GrantWatch ID#: 159470

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits and Agencies for Health Programs in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations and government agencies for community health initiatives and programs that create positive and sustainable change in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the health and well-being of residents. Eligible app...

GrantWatch ID#: 159503

In-Kind Grants of Dental Care Supplies to Kansas Nonprofits, Schools, Health Departments, Chur...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of dental care supplies to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, health departments, faith-based entities, and tribal organizations for programs that promote oral health education and outreach. The grant includes a kit with a...

GrantWatch ID#: 159526

Grants to Florida Community Associations and Groups to Plant Trees in Public Spaces

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Florida neighborhood and community groups and homeowners associations for projects that involve residents in planting trees in public areas in eligible locations. Applicants must register prior to applying. Funding is intended to add tree...

GrantWatch ID#: 159562

Grants to USA Individuals and Organizations in Multiple States for Health Information Training

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $2,000 to Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas individuals and funding source member organizations for professional training opportunities related to health information. Funding is intended to support attendance at confere...

GrantWatch ID#: 159835
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