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

Explore 8,684 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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8,684 grants found

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits and For-Profits to Address Gun Violence

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to Washington, DC, nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, and businesses to address gun violence in eligible locations. Funding is intended to implement anti-violence strategies that provide intervention and prevention support while strengthening lo...

GrantWatch ID#: 224621

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
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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 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
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Grants to USA Theatre Companies to Present the Works of American Playwrights

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to USA theatre companies to present the works of American playwrights. Funding is intended for national tours, regional debuts, education initiatives, audience development, and other activities that will advance the work of under-presented and/or unknown Am...

GrantWatch ID#: 231934

Grants to Washington, DC CBOs to Implement Behavioral Health Programs in Schools

Deadline: 09/22/26 Conference Date: 09/08/26

Grants to Washington, DC community based organizations to provide behavioral health programs throughout the District. Funding is intended to cover the costs of hiring and placing full-time licensed clinicians in schools. These clinicians will be tasked with implem...

GrantWatch ID#: 188292

Grant to a Washington, DC, Entity for Workforce Development Programming

Deadline: 09/22/26 Conference Date: 09/08/26

Grant to a Washington, DC nonprofit, faith-based, or community organization, or post-secondary institution for workforce development programming. Funding is intended to benefit District residents who are experiencing barriers to employment. The purpose of the prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 195423

Contract to a Washington, DC Entity for Youth Educational and Career Activities

Deadline: 09/25/26 Conference Date: 09/08/26

Contract for services to a Washington, DC nonprofit organization, for-profit, IHE, or faith-based organization for programs to provide youth with educational and career exploration activities. Applicants can apply to provide activities during the summer. The progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 216649

Grant to a Washington, DC, Entity for Workforce Development Programming

Deadline: 09/22/26 Conference Date: 09/08/26

Grant to a Washington, DC nonprofit, for-profit, faith-based, or community organization, or post-secondary institution for workforce development programming. Funding is intended to benefit District residents who are experiencing multiple barriers to obtaining perm...

GrantWatch ID#: 232134

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Qualifying Municipalities in Multiple ...

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, local and state government agencies, and public schools in multiple states to benefit local communities in the funding source's service area. Priority is given to programs that provide services to individuals with low- to mod...

GrantWatch ID#: 188042

Grant to a Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC Nonprofit for Program Expansion Projects

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grant of up to $15,000 to a Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC nonprofit organization in eligible regions for program expansion projects. Funding is intended for investment in infrastructure improvements. Eligible investments include software implementations, f...

GrantWatch ID#: 222755

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Address the Educational, Medical, and Critical ...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs and activities that address the educational, medical, and critical needs of children. Priority is given to organizations that assist victims of trafficking, the homeless, and the foster and orph...

GrantWatch ID#: 219274

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits and IHEs for Youth-Run Climate Action Projects

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

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington, DC nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and universities for youth-run projects related to climate action and sustainability. Funding is intended for projects designed and implemented by local youth. Projects will focus on t...

GrantWatch ID#: 232477

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits to Serve Cancer Patients and Children With Disabilities

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations to address the health care needs of cancer patients and children in vulnerable and disadvantaged areas. First-time applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to a full application. Funding is intended to improv...

GrantWatch ID#: 173408

Grants to Washington, DC and Washington Performing Arts Nonprofits for Project Support

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to Washington, DC, and Washington nonprofit performing arts organizations in eligible regions for project support. Organizations that focus on theater and dance may apply for funding for a capital project, capital equipment, production support, staffing and...

GrantWatch ID#: 198016

In-Kind Support to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Provide Clothing f...

Deadline: 09/18/26

In-kind support to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to provide clothing for children, youth, and young adults within the business footprint of the funding source. Grantees will receive gift cards that must be used to pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 223878

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Research on Sustainable Agriculture

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies in multiple states for programs that promote sustainable agriculture. Projects must take place within the Northeast region, which includes Connecticut, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 170933

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Training Related to Sustainable Agriculture

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies who work with farmers and service providers in multiple states for educational projects to promote agricultural sustainability. Projects must take place within the...

GrantWatch ID#: 171785

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Research to Improve Agricultural Practices

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agencies, and for-profit entities who work with farmers and in food systems in multiple states for research projects to improve practices in agriculture. Projects must take place within the N...

GrantWatch ID#: 196260

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Projects That Strengthen Farming Communities

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies in multiple states for projects that strengthen farming communities. Projects must take place within the Northeast region, which includes Connecticut, D...

GrantWatch ID#: 224753

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Habitat Conservation and Restoration

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA government agencies, organizations, IHEs, private companies, and Tribes in multiple states for habitat conservation and restoration projects in the funding source's service area. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 200773

Grants to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC Nonprofits to Assist the Underprivileged

Deadline: 10/23/26 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that assist the elderly, the homeless population, and/or underprivileged children in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 218847

Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Manage Noxious Weeds

Deadline: 09/25/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, Tribes, and IHEs for projects to manage noxious weeds and invasive species in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 231609

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits, Groups, and Schools for Community Benefit Projects in Eli...

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to Washington DC nonprofit organizations, schools, and groups for projects and programs that benefit the community in eligible locations. Focus areas include community spaces, arts and culture, teachers and schools, youth programming, and social services. I...

GrantWatch ID#: 178817

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits and Schools for Programs that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, community groups, and schools for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of education, youth, arts and culture, social servic...

GrantWatch ID#: 210587

Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Protect Native Seed Supplies

Deadline: 09/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, and IHEs to protect and grow the national native seed supply chain. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Funding is intended to protect...

GrantWatch ID#: 231603

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs Benefiting Local Residents

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, Maryland, Texas, Mississippi, and Washington, DC nonprofits, government agencies, schools, and religious institutions for programs in the areas of STEM, women and children, veterans, and homelessness in eligible regions. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 192911

Grants to Massachusetts and Washington, DC Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Massachusetts and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include humanitarian services, education, neglected and abused children, health care and medical re...

GrantWatch ID#: 197627

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Charitable Activities in Multiple States

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for charitable activities that benefit communities in which the funding source is located. Funding is intended for programs and projects that positively impact residents in local communities. Activities must benefit communitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 222180

Grants to USA Youth-Serving Organizations and Schools to Support Rock Climbing

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA youth-serving organizations and schools to support rock climbing. Funding is intended for the purchase of rock climbing equipment that will provide a healthy activity and fitness opportunity for youth. Eligible applicants are in the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 222895

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Projects and Programs to Benefit Local Residen...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for projects and programs to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support local programs that help low to moderate-income individuals and families in local communities. The Fou...

GrantWatch ID#: 227807

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Projects Related to Blindness or Wildlife Cons...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for projects related to blindness or wildlife conservation. Funding may be requested for project support. The geographic focus includes the Northeast region of the United States: Connecticut...

GrantWatch ID#: 205424

Grants to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC Nonprofits for Activities to Benefit Underrep...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for activities to benefit underrepresented youth. Funding is intended for projects and needs. The goal of the funding program is to enhance communities by supporting programs,...

GrantWatch ID#: 225278

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Local Historical Preservation Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and public agencies for local historical preservation projects in multiple states. Funding is intended for planning, education, and outreach activities related to the preservation of historical properties and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 225814

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 11/01/26 Conference Date: 10/06/26

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents and communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and general operating support within the focus areas of community services, health, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 177905

Grant to a Washington, DC, Virginia, or Maryland Nonprofit to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grant of up to $15,000 to a Washington, DC, Virginia, or Maryland nonprofit organization to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for new and early-stage programs addressing gaps in financial development, education, and professional de...

GrantWatch ID#: 204580

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States for Health, Education, Environment, ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofits and government agencies in multiple states for a range of programs that benefit local communities where the funding source operates. Funding is intended to support the priority areas of health, conservation and the environment, empowering ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174648

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

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 Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Outdoor Recreational Equipment

Deadline: 10/23/26

Grants to USA nonprofit and youth organizations, schools, and parks departments to purchase outdoor recreational equipment. The purpose of this program is to help promote physical activity, reduce childhood obesity, and encourage play for all. Eligible organizatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 163421

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States to Support Community Needs

Deadline: 10/23/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA nonprofit organizations and agencies in multiple states to support local community needs. Priority applicants are those organizations that work to enhance public safety, help distressed families, and combat community deterioration. Gran...

GrantWatch ID#: 222590

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Address the Needs of Disadvantaged Residents

Deadline: 10/26/26

Grants of $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to address the needs of disadvantaged residents in communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to assist families and individuals lacking access to human s...

GrantWatch ID#: 179026

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Visual Artists in Multiple States for Program and Project Support

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations and individual visual artists for program and project support. Preference will be given to smaller organizations, who may apply for general operational fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 219492

Grants to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit the Elderl...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations to assist older residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support nonprofits such as old age homes and other institutions that provide care and relief from dise...

GrantWatch ID#: 174292

In-Kind Donations to USA Nonprofits and Schools for Youth Development and Food Insecurity

Deadline: 10/31/26

In-kind grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for product purchases that support food pantries and after-school programming. Funding is intended for organizations that address food insecurity and/or focus on youth development in local c...

GrantWatch ID#: 183698

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Northeastern States for Animal Welfare Activities

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA small-sized nonprofit animal welfare organizations in Northeastern states for animal welfare activities. Funded organizations and activities include humane societies, shelters, rescue organizations, wildlife rehabilitation, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 231931

Grants to USA K-12 Schools to Enhance Science Education in Multiple States

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA K-12 schools to enhance science education in multiple states. Eligible schools are located in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Washington, D.C. Funding is intended to develop n...

GrantWatch ID#: 206673

Grants USA Nonprofits, Academic Institutions, and Agencies to Create Historic Signs

Deadline: 12/07/26 LOI Date: 11/02/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, nonprofit academic institutions, and government entities in multiple states to create commemorative signs. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended for roadside markers that acknowledge...

GrantWatch ID#: 219579
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