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

Explore 8,804 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 New Mexico Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies in Eligible Counties to Help Youth and C...

Deadline: 08/16/26

Grants to New Mexico nonprofit organizations, tribes, and government agencies in eligible counties to help youth and children succeed in their educational endeavors. Funding is intended to support initiatives that include, but are not limited to: school readiness,...

GrantWatch ID#: 222690
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Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies in Eligible Counties to Benefit the Envi...

Deadline: 08/16/26

Grants to New Mexico nonprofit organizations, tribes, and government agencies in eligible counties to benefit the environment. Funding is intended to support initiatives that include, but are not limited to: preserving open space, environmental justice, and improv...

GrantWatch ID#: 222691

Grants to New York Nonprofits for Community Services for Low-Income Residents

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to New York nonprofit organizations for community services for qualifying residents in eligible locations. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended to benefit income-qualifying individuals in the areas of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226051

Cooperative Agreements to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies for Manufacturing Centers

Deadline: 08/21/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, Tribes, and government agencies to set up a manufacturing center. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to improve American manuf...

GrantWatch ID#: 231532

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Benefit Marginalized Communities

Deadline: 09/09/26 LOI Date: 08/24/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to benefit marginalized communities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support healthcare services and promote economic development. G...

GrantWatch ID#: 142899

Grants to Florida Nonprofits, Businesses, Agencies, and Schools for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 09/16/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations, businesses, government agencies, and schools for environmental education and restoration activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote environmental stewardship and science literacy. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 174431
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Grants to Massachusetts Groups and Organizations to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Massachusetts volunteer-run groups and organizations to benefit neighborhoods and communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community-driven, solutions-focused projects that promote unity through community action. Project...

GrantWatch ID#: 179137

Grants to Minnesota Teaching and Training Institutions for Dental Care Access and Training

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants and in-kind technical support to Minnesota teaching institutions and clinical training sites for activities that support dental programs. Funding is intended for projects that improve access to dental health care for disadvantaged communities and promote in...

GrantWatch ID#: 181006

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Initiatives to Protect Sea Turtles

Deadline: 10/27/26 LOI Date: 08/19/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, educational institutions, and for-profits for initiatives to protect sea turtles, with a priority for projects in American waters. Applicants must submit pre-proposals a...

GrantWatch ID#: 186792

Grants to Connecticut Entities to Assist Individuals with HIV

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit and for-profit organizations, health centers, health departments, and other healthcare providers in eligible locations to provide services related to HIV. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 197986

Grants to USA State and Native American Governments for Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA and territories state governments and Native American tribal governments to increase accessibility to recreational activities in underserved and urban communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several months to complete...

GrantWatch ID#: 212095
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits to Promote the Safety and Well-Being of Children and Youth

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit children and youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that help to improve safety for children under age 18. Such projects may include child abuse intervention an...

GrantWatch ID#: 216024

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Residents and Visitors

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit residents and visitors in eligible regions. Funding is intended for educational programming, community events, Native Hawaiian cultural programs, and projects that enhance the sen...

GrantWatch ID#: 225397

Grants to California Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Vulnerable Residents

Deadline: 08/24/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for projects to benefit vulnerable residents. Funding is intended to support initiatives addressing the following focus areas: community health and wellbeing, increasing access, ad...

GrantWatch ID#: 231487

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Support Victims of Gender-Based Assault

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for support services for victims of gender-based assault. Funding is intended for programs that support both child and adult victims, their family members, and other people affected by the crime. Priority will be give...

GrantWatch ID#: 231490

Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies for Substance Abuse Awareness and Prevention

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and government agencies for substance abuse awareness and prevention activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for initiatives to prevent opioid overdose and misuse and for projects to increase community aware...

GrantWatch ID#: 231506

Grants to Minnesota Dental Schools and Training Sites to Increase Access to Dental Care

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to Minnesota dental teaching institutions and clinical dental training sites to increase access to dental care for vulnerable populations throughout the state. Funding is intended to provide clinical training for dentists while providing care for underserve...

GrantWatch ID#: 231544

Grants to Nebraska Youth-Led Teams for Projects that Address Climate Issues

Deadline: 09/08/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Nebraska youth-led teams affiliated with nonprofit organizations or public entities for activities that address climate issues in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that focus on the city's climate priorities, inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 231647

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Research on Technologies to Treat Neurol...

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, for-profits, school districts, and Tribal organizations for research to develop technologies to treat neurological disorders. Applicants are advised that the required regi...

GrantWatch ID#: 217704

Cooperative Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, IHEs, and For-Profits for Translat...

Deadline: 09/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, IHEs, and for-profits for translational and clinical brain research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 217734

Cooperative Agreements to USA Agencies, For-Profits, IHEs, Tribes, and Nonprofits for Brain Re...

Deadline: 09/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA government agencies, for-profits, IHEs, tribes, and nonprofit organizations for brain research. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for clinical studies for d...

GrantWatch ID#: 217735

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Agencies for Capital Projects and Beautification Activi...

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and government agencies for capital improvements and beautification projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for outdoor enhancement projects such as sculptural and architectural works, monuments, parks, b...

GrantWatch ID#: 175432

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and Agencies for Charitable Programs and Projects

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

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects and programs that benefit local residents. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to applying. Funding is intended for charitable initiatives that address community needs within...

GrantWatch ID#: 178801

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and Agencies for Safety, Education, and Wellness Programs

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

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and government agencies serving eligible locations for programs and projects in the areas of safety and wellness, community and economic development, and education. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to applyin...

GrantWatch ID#: 178803

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and Agencies to Support the Arts and Disadvantaged Children

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

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and government agencies for a range of charitable projects to assist local communities in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to applying. Priority will be given to collaborative partnerships t...

GrantWatch ID#: 184865

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and Agencies for Programming to Benefit Children and Youth

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

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible counties for programming to benefit local children and youth. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support programs in the...

GrantWatch ID#: 184866

Grants to Canada Organizations for Initiatives to Combat Racism

Deadline: 12/04/26 LOI Date: 09/02/26

Grants to Canada registered charities, nonprofit organizations, First Nations organizations, public institutions, and labor organizations for initiatives to combat racism. Applicants are required to submit an expression of interest prior to a full grant applicatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 222208

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Household Energy-Efficiency Measures

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations and government agencies to install energy-efficient technology in low and moderate-income households. Funding is available for single and multi-family homes that are owned or rented by the inhabitants. Applicants may appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 224170

Grants and In-Kind Support to Arizona Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 12/14/26

Grants and in-kind support to Arizona nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs, projects, services, and events that will improve the quality of life for residents. Applicants mu...

GrantWatch ID#: 224640
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Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits, Businesses, and Agencies for Youth Mentorship

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, IHEs, businesses, government agencies, and faith-based organizations for youth mentorship programming. Funding is intended for transformative mentorship programs that take place in a rehabilitation facility as well...

GrantWatch ID#: 231086

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Tribes, For-Profits, and Agencies for Wetland Conservation

Deadline: 09/08/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, Tribes, for-profits, and government agencies in eligible states to address wetland conservation. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to benefit...

GrantWatch ID#: 231555

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Navy Communicat...

Deadline: 11/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutions, and IHEs to improve Navy communications interoperability. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. The purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 230253

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities for Research on Workplace Safety in the Fishing Sector

Deadline: 08/28/26

Cooperative Agreements to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, businesses, government agencies, and faith-based organizations for research on workplace safety in the commercial fishing sector. Applicants must complete registrations before applying, w...

GrantWatch ID#: 230450

Grants to USA For-Profits, Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for Safety Training

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to USA and territories for-profits, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for programs to improve safety training for commercial fishermen. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230452

Grants to Indiana Entities to Provide Academic Enrichment Activities for Disadvantaged Youth

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Indiana private and public organizations, including LEAs, government agencies, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, and faith-based organizations to provide academic enrichment opportunities for disadvantaged youth. Focus areas include college and career prepa...

GrantWatch ID#: 139032

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Underrepresented Businesses to Address Opioid Overdose

Deadline: 08/25/26

Grants and in-kind support to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and underrepresented business enterprises for initiatives to prevent substance overdose in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231121

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and public sector organizations including municipal and government entities, public schools, and IHEs to enhance the local quality of life in eligible regions. Applicants requesting $20,000 or more are required to submit ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173708

Grants to Texas Nonprofits to Sustain and Expand the Arts and Cultural Sector

Deadline: 08/18/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations to sustain and expand the arts and cultural sector in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support nonprofits that are deeply rooted in and reflective of the city's diverse cultures. Eligible applicants are located in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 206708

Grants to Texas Artists and Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Residents and Tourists

Deadline: 08/18/26

Grants to Texas artists and nonprofit arts organizations for arts and culture initiatives to benefit residents and tourists in eligible regions. Funding is intended for performances, exhibitions, public art projects, operating expenses, and classes that include a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215330

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA nonprofit Research Institutions and Ihes for Research...

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit research institutions, colleges, and universities for research projects related to civil aviation. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 219323

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Increase Affordable Housing

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to Washington community-based organizations, housing authorities, federally recognized tribes, and local governments to increase the availability of affordable housing. Applications may be submitted for short-term production loans, self-help projects, down...

GrantWatch ID#: 215986

In-Kind Support to Massachusetts Qualifying Nonprofits to Improve Capacity

Deadline: 10/09/26 LOI Date: 08/17/26

In-kind support to Massachusetts qualifying nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to improve capacity. Successful applicants will receive capacity-enhancing support, including help with strategizing, board governance, and development. Support is intended for...

GrantWatch ID#: 230476

Grants to Washington Agencies, Tribes, and Nonprofit Off-Road Vehicle Organizations to Enhance...

Deadline: 11/03/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants to Washington agencies, Native American tribes, and nonprofit off-road vehicle organizations to enhance recreational opportunities. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary plan and complete the required registrations prior to submitting a full appli...

GrantWatch ID#: 137047

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Improve Backcountry Trails

Deadline: 11/03/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special purpose districts, and Native American tribes to develop and rehabilitate backcountry trails. Applicants are required to register prior to submitting a grant application. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 147291

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and School Districts to Acquire and Develop Shootin...

Deadline: 11/03/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and school districts for the acquisition and development of firearm range and archery practice and training facilities. Applicants must complete required registrations and hold at least one adverti...

GrantWatch ID#: 147292

Grants to Washington Agencies, Districts, and Tribes to Improve Boating Facilities

Deadline: 11/03/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants to Washington government agencies, tribes, and districts for the acquisition, development, and renovation of boating facilities. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary plan and complete the required registrations prior to submitting a full applicat...

GrantWatch ID#: 147294

Grants to Minnesota Mental Health Providers to Treat Low-Income Children and Youth

Deadline: 10/23/26 LOI Date: 08/27/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit and community mental health providers that offer reduced-cost or free services to low-income, uninsured children and youth under the age of 21. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 148422

Grants to Georgia Arts Nonprofits and Agencies for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Georgia nonprofit arts organizations and government entities for arts-related capital improvement projects. Funding is intended to foster the growth and vitality of communities through the arts. Grants may be used for expanding economic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186700

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Tribes for the Purchase of Health Equipment

Deadline: 09/09/26 LOI Date: 09/03/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations and tribal communities for health-related capital purchases that benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the purchase of durable and sustainable items that contribute to the h...

GrantWatch ID#: 189107

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Prog...

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes to address substance abuse and mental health issues affecting residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that focus on cultural relevance, care c...

GrantWatch ID#: 194694
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