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

Explore 8,813 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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8,813 grants found

Grants to Maine Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, and faith-based organizations for programs that benefit the community. Focus areas include animals, health care and basic needs for underserved populations, and public radio and tele...

GrantWatch ID#: 178891

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Activities to Benefit the Local Comm...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for activities to benefit the community. Funding is intended for programs that address the needs of local residents. Areas of focus include health and human welfare, the arts, and education with an...

GrantWatch ID#: 178928

Grants to Montana Nonprofits Working to Address Systems Change for Operational Expenses

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Montana nonprofit organizations to support activities addressing systems change. Funding is intended to assist with the general operating expenses of nonprofits working in the areas of economic development, civic engagement, local food s...

GrantWatch ID#: 178931

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies for Capital Projects Benefiting Local Residents

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations and governmental entities that provide services to local residents for capital projects. Funding is primarily intended for comprehensive initiatives, including construction, renovation, purchases, land acquisition, and/or...

GrantWatch ID#: 178997

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals to Reduce the Threat of...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for activities to reduce and eliminate the threat of nuclear weapons. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to addre...

GrantWatch ID#: 179281

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Academic Projects Related to Art History

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for academic projects related to art history. Applicants must submit an Letter of Inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for projects and professional activities that generate and share specialized...

GrantWatch ID#: 179285

Grants to New Hampshire Agencies and Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to New Hampshire government agencies and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to address needs in the community. Focus areas include humanities, arts, health, education, human services, environment, and public benefit. The Foundation will consider ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179337

Grants to New Hampshire and Massachusetts Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to New Hampshire and Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit local residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to assist organizations that offer programming in the areas of health, education, the arts, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179380

Grants to North Carolina Organizations for Beautification Projects Related to Landscaping

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to North Carolina organizations for beautification projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for long-term landscapes with shrubbery, perennials, and trees. Consideration will be given to projects involving edible plants for community and educatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 179427

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Assist Individuals in Financial Cris...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit and charitable organizations in eligible communities to assist residents and families that are facing economic challenges. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of health, human services, housing, shelter, food, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179451

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits to Support General Operations and Programming

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations for general operating support and community-based programming. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of human services and basic needs, workforce development, environmental protection,...

GrantWatch ID#: 179452

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Promote Artworks Made of Glass

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and exhibitions that promote the appreciation and development of artworks made of glass. Funding may be used for exhibitions, brochures, catalogs, curatorial stipends, videos, and visiting artist residencies. Prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 179496

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Market and Promote Local Tourism Opportunities

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to promote local tourism opportunities. First-time applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to support advertising and promotional expenses for events that enhance the tourism ind...

GrantWatch ID#: 179512

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Benefit Seniors and Underserved Children

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to benefit senior citizens and underserved children and youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for general operating expenses or programs. Support is given to initiatives that have meaningful...

GrantWatch ID#: 179595

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for creative and collaborative projects in areas such as education, arts and culture, health, conservation, civic affairs, huma...

GrantWatch ID#: 179676

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Initiatives that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for initiatives that address the needs of local communities. Funding is intended for proposals to support new and existing programs and increase organizational capacity. Limited funding is available for capital proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 179704

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Tribes for Arts Activities to Promote Health

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, schools, government agencies, and tribes for arts activities with a focus on health and wellness. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to develop arts experi...

GrantWatch ID#: 179803

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies for Arts Programs

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, K-12 schools, IHEs, faith-based entities, and government agencies for arts events and learning experiences that benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs in a wide range of art discip...

GrantWatch ID#: 179895

Grants to Texas Youth Groups in Eligible Regions for Community Beautification and Service Proj...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Texas youth groups in eligible regions for community beautification and service projects. Eligible projects must fall into one of the following categories: environmental education, waste reduction and resource conservation, beautification and community i...

GrantWatch ID#: 179965

Grants to Washington Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of $25,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit the local community in eligible locations. New applicants must submit a proposal letter prior to the full application. Funding is intended for programs, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 179971

Grants to Kansas and Missouri Organizations for Health and Wellness Programs that Benefit Jewi...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Kansas and Missouri organizations for health and wellness programs that benefit the Jewish community in eligible regions. Applicants should contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to improve the physical and emotional wellness of the Jewish ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180046

Grants or In-Kind Support to USA and Canada Entities to Promote Safe Off-Road Riding

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants or in-kind support of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and government agencies to ensure the future of all-terrain vehicle off-road riding. Funding is available to organizations working to preserve trail access, protect the environmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 180159

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Research and Academic Institutions to Support Organic Farming

Deadline: 09/15/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and research and academic institutions for projects that support the organic farming industry. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to applying. Funding is intended for advocacy, education, and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 180160

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs and Activities

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for programs serving the communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for activities and projects that promote financial stability, support youth and education, and build vibrant c...

GrantWatch ID#: 180325

Grants to North Carolina Event Organizers to Enhance the Tourism Industry in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to North Carolina event organizers for projects that will enhance the local tourism industry in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote a strong economic base to encourage job creation within the tourism sector. Eligible activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 180388

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Municipalities to Market Tourism Events

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants and in-kind support to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies in eligible communities to promote tourism opportunities that attract visitors from outside the area. Funding is intended to encourage tourists to experience local...

GrantWatch ID#: 180407

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Business Innovation and Community Benefit in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that promote entrepreneurial innovation and education in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for business-related activities and projects that benefit th...

GrantWatch ID#: 180458

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Individuals for Sports Initiatives to Benefit Youth

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, schools, and individuals for sports initiatives to serve local children and youth. Funding is intended to promote the social, emotional, and physical development of youth across the state through the sport of tennis. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 180565

Grants to Indiana Organizations to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Indiana organizations to benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of healthy minds and bodies, inspiring places, connected communities, everyone's economy, and lifelong learning. The gr...

GrantWatch ID#: 180575

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Japanese Language Education Events and Competitions

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for Japanese language education events. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. The purpose of the program is to motivate large numbers of Jap...

GrantWatch ID#: 180655

Grants to Washington and Oregon Nonprofits for Events, Projects, and Programs

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Washington and Oregon nonprofit organizations, agencies, and schools for community events, projects, and programs in eligible regions. Applications will be considered in any sector, including housing, health care, transportation, education, public health...

GrantWatch ID#: 180692

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs Benefiting Women and Girls

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve the quality of life for women and girls in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of health and wellness, economic empowerment, and education. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180857

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies for projects that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Areas of focus include civic and community affairs, human services, arts, culture, and humanities, conservation and environment, healt...

GrantWatch ID#: 180886

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Small Capital Improvements to Local Recreational and Cultural...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, including school councils and sports and community groups, for small capital projects that enhance local cultural and recreational facilities in eligible areas. All proposed projects must be for amenities and facilities t...

GrantWatch ID#: 180950

Grants to Kentucky School Teachers and Nonprofits to Host Artists for Art Sessions

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Kentucky school teachers and nonprofit organizations to host professional artists for teaching residencies. Funding is intended for arts projects that involve student and teacher participation in the creative process. The goal of the program is to enable...

GrantWatch ID#: 181285

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribal Entities, and Schools for Short-Term Arts Worksh...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Alaska nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and schools for short-term arts-related workshops. Workshops may include performing, visual, craft, traditions, literary, and media arts, as well as arts administration...

GrantWatch ID#: 181297

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that address community needs in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of arts and humanities, health and...

GrantWatch ID#: 181300

Grants to West Virginia Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to West Virginia nonprofit organizations, public institutions, and government agencies to improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance programs in the areas of arts and culture, education, health and hum...

GrantWatch ID#: 181566

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Promote Youth Character Growth and Community Service in Elig...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for projects that promote youth character growth and community service in eligible regions. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Requests will also be considered for c...

GrantWatch ID#: 181583

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Advance Arts and Education

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to advance arts and education. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for creative and original programs and projects that increase the vibrancy...

GrantWatch ID#: 181590

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for City Beautification and to Assist the Needy and Poor

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and agencies in eligible communities for local beautification projects and civic improvement. Applicants should contact staff prior to applying. Funding is also available to support needy and poor populations as well as other...

GrantWatch ID#: 181720

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and agencies for programs and activities that benefit local residents, including underserved populations in eligible locations. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to improve ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181785

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits to Promote the Physical and Mental Health of Youth in Eligible R...

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants to Kentucky nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that benefit youth in eligible regions. Interested applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to promote the physical and mental hea...

GrantWatch ID#: 182750

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Promote Music Participation and Appreciation

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for activities that promote music enjoyment and participation for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support impactful projects and programs that benefit the local community, with an emphasis on encour...

GrantWatch ID#: 182780

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Agricultural Education and Safety Programming

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for activities related to agriculture conducted in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that enhance agricultural education, safety, and other related topics. Eligible applicants are loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 182783

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Develop and Train Coaches and Amateur Athletes

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to train and promote the development of coaches and young amateur athletes in eligible locations. Priority is given to programs that benefit disadvantaged youth. Funding will also support amateur competitions and higher ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 182785

Grants to New York Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for projects and activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Certain applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for environmental and community-based programs. Priority is gi...

GrantWatch ID#: 182952

Grants to USA Qualifying Domestic Violence and Animal Nonprofits to Help Domestic Violence Sur...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA nonprofit domestic violence and animal organizations partnering with other organizations to help domestic violence survivors escape abuse together with their pets. Funding is intended for pet foster programs, construction and renovat...

GrantWatch ID#: 183121

Grants to Iowa Cities and Counties to Improve Water and Sewage Systems in Low and Moderate-Inc...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Iowa cities and counties for improvements to water and sewage systems throughout the state. Funding is intended to support projects such as water system improvements, sanitary sewer system improvements, wastewater and water treatment facility projects, s...

GrantWatch ID#: 183671

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Programs Benefiting Youth

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for programs developed by participants between the ages of 5 to 19 to benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that fost...

GrantWatch ID#: 184958
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