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

Explore 8,904 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 Nevada Nonprofits for Programs and Projects to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 03/31/27 Conference Date: 10/06/26 LOI Date: 02/05/27

Grants to Nevada nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that address community needs in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 140494

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Arts and Science Youth Summer Camp Programs

Deadline: 11/13/26 Conference Date: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations to provide underserved children in eligible locations with high-quality arts and science summer programs. Applicants must attend an information workshop and complete the required registration before applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 144945

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits to Support Arts and Culture, Science, and Humanities Programming

Deadline: 11/13/26 Conference Date: 10/06/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural, science, and humanities activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for organizations that offer visual and performing arts, science, and humanities programs, perfor...

GrantWatch ID#: 175097

Grants to Canada Artists and Arts Organizations to Support Traveling Exhibitions and Presentat...

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants to Canada arts organizations and groups, artists, Indigenous artists, and festivals for the exhibition and presentation of works and performances by Canadian artists. Funding is intended to support touring and exhibition activities that will build national ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177917

Grants to USA Writers and Publishers in Multiple States for Literary Work

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA writers, small presses, and independent literary publishers in eligible states to support Southern literary traditions. Funding is intended to support creative literary work creation and publishing, community engagement, and professio...

GrantWatch ID#: 217834

Grants to California Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and CBOs for Environmental Protecti...

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to California nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and community groups for environmental protection activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for habitat improvement projects, scientific research, and the protection ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222958

Grants to Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas Nonprofits and Schools for Local Projects

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants to Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas nonprofit organizations, emergency services, schools, and community-based organizations in eligible counties to support local projects. Funding is intended to support initiatives related to educational, charitable, and emergen...

GrantWatch ID#: 226081

Grants to Massachusetts Agencies and Organizations to Protect and Restore Water Quality

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants to Massachusetts government agencies, council of governments, regional planning agencies, conservation districts, state and interstate organizations, and tribes to protect and restore water quality. Funded activities will identify and develop plans to addre...

GrantWatch ID#: 232301

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Boating Safety Programs

Deadline: 10/30/26 Conference Date: 10/07/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, local agencies, and IHEs for boating safety educational programs. Funding is intended to support programs that provide training and education that will improve public understanding of boating laws, water and weather co...

GrantWatch ID#: 187227

Grants to Oklahoma School Districts to Promote Healthy Living in School Environments

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $80,000 to Oklahoma public school districts for activities and initiatives that promote healthy lifestyles. Funding is intended for programs and projects that encourage healthy behaviors with an emphasis on nutrition, tobacco-free environments, phy...

GrantWatch ID#: 165043

Grants to New York Nonprofits for Economic Development Activities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/22/26 LOI Date: 10/08/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for projects that promote economic development in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry form before submitting a full grant application. Funding is intended to revitalize the downtown area, making...

GrantWatch ID#: 174865

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Basic Provisions and Emergency Support to Residents in N...

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations and faith-based institutions to provide emergency support and direct services to residents in need. Funding is intended to address critical needs, such as food insecurity (food pantries, soup kitchens)...

GrantWatch ID#: 176329

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Health Outcomes

Deadline: 11/06/26 LOI Date: 10/08/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve health outcomes and promote health equity in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an inquiry form before submitting a full application. Funding is intended for activities in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177171

Grants to Oregon Organizations to Improve and Rehabilitate Fish Populations and Fish Habitats

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Oregon organizations for activities that improve and rehabilitate trout and salmon populations and their habitats. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Preference will be given to proposals with strong...

GrantWatch ID#: 178520

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States for Environmental Projects to Enhance...

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $8,000 and grants of up to $35,000 to Wyoming, Colorado, Minnesota, Hawaii, New York, North Carolina, and Texas nonprofit organizations and government agencies for environmental projects that improve outdoor spaces in eligible regions. Only program...

GrantWatch ID#: 178629

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals to Support Education and Learning

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, groups, and individuals to promote education and lifelong learning in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that address academic, athletic, and/or art le...

GrantWatch ID#: 200599

Grants to British Columbia Arts and Cultural Organizations to Promote Equity and Diversity

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of $30,000 per year to British Columbia arts and cultural organizations to promote equity and diversity. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended for expenses related to capacity building, community projects, o...

GrantWatch ID#: 205890

Grants to New York Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Growth and Success

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to New York for-profit and nonprofit organizations to promote business development and growth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that lead to improvements and positive results. The opportunity will assist business...

GrantWatch ID#: 215505

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for initiatives that benefit communities in eligible counties. Focus areas include individuals with disabilities, arts and culture, children and youth, nature and animals, mental health, substance abuse, cancer, and aging ad...

GrantWatch ID#: 215897

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits for Faith-Based, Environmental, and Educational Projects

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations for faith-based, environmental, and educational projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact Foundation staff before submitting an application. Funding is intended for projects that positively impact the quality of...

GrantWatch ID#: 216458

Grants to New York Nonprofits, Agencies, and School to Strengthen Organizational Capacity

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to New York nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools in eligible locations to strengthen capacity. Funding is intended to develop partnerships, build organizational capacity, and implement projects that promote collaboration and...

GrantWatch ID#: 218645

Grants to California Nonprofits, Government, and Tribal Agencies for Community Development Pro...

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government, and tribal agencies for community development projects in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest are business and workforce development. The purpose of funding is to revitalize the neighborhood directl...

GrantWatch ID#: 231998

Contract to a California Nonprofit for a Veterans' Mental Health Advocacy Program

Deadline: 10/08/26

Contract to a California nonprofit veterans service organization to administer a veterans' mental health advocacy program. The program will focus on priority populations, including individuals with serious mental illness, substance use disorder, and those with co-...

GrantWatch ID#: 232338

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs to Enhance the Local Community

Deadline: 01/03/27 Conference Date: 10/08/26 LOI Date: 10/30/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs to enhance the local community in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding may be used for programming and capital projects. Eligible activities im...

GrantWatch ID#: 151210

Grants to Canada and International Researchers to Address Global Concerns

Deadline: 12/03/26 Conference Date: 10/08/26

Grants to Canada and International researchers in eligible regions affiliated with post-secondary institutions or Indigenous nonprofit organizations to address global concerns. Funding is intended for individual research by Canadians as well as collaborative resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 221579

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Community Betterment Projects

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support innovative approaches to addressing community needs and finding solutions to cri...

GrantWatch ID#: 129376

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits to Support the Performing Arts Sector

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to California nonprofit arts organizations serving eligible locations to support the performing arts sector. Grants are currently intended for new and continuing programs, operating and program support, and collaborative projects. The goal ...

GrantWatch ID#: 134953

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and For-Profits to Enhance Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $2,400 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, businesses, and neighborhood associations to promote and enhance bicycle and pedestrian mobility in eligible locations. Funding is intended to advance people-powered mobility options, such as walking, roll...

GrantWatch ID#: 143227

Grants to British Columbia Organizations to Meet the Needs of Families and Children

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $15,000 and grants of up to $30,000 to British Columbia charitable organizations for programs and projects that address the needs of at-risk families and children in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in a range of focus areas, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 143835

Grants to Iowa Organizations to Attract Visitors and Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Iowa public and private organizations for a broad range of activities that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support events and activities in the areas of education, culture, arts, and recreation. The purpose of the pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 147379

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Improve Access to Legal Services

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations to improve access to legal services. Funding is intended to enhance the delivery of legal services to the poor, promote knowledge and awareness of the law, and improve the administration of justice. Pro bono programs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 148955

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Capital Projects, New Programs, and Operating Support

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to improve the lives of residents in eligible locations. Funding may be requested for capital projects, new programs, or operating support. Priority is given to applications that address the focus areas of arts and cultu...

GrantWatch ID#: 156027

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Individuals for Family and Community Programs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, volunteer-led neighborhood groups or associations, and individuals for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that build, support, and strengthen fa...

GrantWatch ID#: 161765

Grants to USA Organizations to Foster Economic Self Sufficiency for Women and Girls in Eligibl...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to USA organizations for programs that benefit women and girls in eligible regions. Funding is intended to help women and girls advance in the areas of education, career, character and leadership development, and business development. Proposals must benefit...

GrantWatch ID#: 162241

Grants to Oregon Organizations and Individuals for Arts and Cultural Projects

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Oregon organizations and individuals for arts and cultural projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to capitalize on local resources, encourage tourism, foster inclusion, and build cultural infrastructure. Eligible applicants a...

GrantWatch ID#: 162290

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits for Charitable Activities that Benefit Youth

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for charitable activities that make a positive community impact, with preference given to applicants providing services for local youth. Past funded proposals have included iniatives in the areas of literacy, education, hig...

GrantWatch ID#: 164175

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Enhance Health and Wellness

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to enhance the health and wellness of residents in eligible regions. Priority is given to programs and activities that focus on substance use disorder (emphasizing the opioid epidemic); mental health...

GrantWatch ID#: 165906

Awards to Louisiana Individuals and Entities for Exceptional Humanities Achievements

Deadline: 10/09/26

Awards to Louisiana individuals and organizations to recognize outstanding achievements in the humanities field. Awards are intended to honor contributions in the following categories: lifetime achievement, documentary photography, documentary film, museum exhibit...

GrantWatch ID#: 167217

Grants to Kansas and Missouri Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Kansas and Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit women and girls in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support activities that promote positive societal change and advance educational opportunities for women and girls. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 173617

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Projects that Address the Needs of Women and Girls

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for activities that address the needs of women and girls in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that are urgent, timely, or impactful and may be used for activities in the areas of self-es...

GrantWatch ID#: 174809

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits to Promote Health and Wellness

Deadline: 12/11/26 LOI Date: 10/09/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for new and existing programs that address local healthcare needs in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to promote health and we...

GrantWatch ID#: 174827

Grants to Kentucky County Farm Bureaus for Agricultural Education Projects

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $500 to Kentucky county Farm Bureaus for PreK-12 and adult agricultural education projects. Funding is intended to support projects that engage target audiences and increase interest in the food and fiber system. Priority will be given to applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 174916

Grants to Washington Medical Research and Social Service Agencies for Research and Humanitaria...

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington medical research and social service agencies for medical research, community humanitarian services, and services to individuals with physical or mental disabilities in eligible regions. Organizations must operate within or sign...

GrantWatch ID#: 174938

Grants to Connecticut and New Jersey Entities for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Connecticut and New Jersey nonprofit organizations, municipalities, schools, and religious organizations for community benefit programs and capital needs in eligible communities. Priority areas of funding include housing and rehabilitati...

GrantWatch ID#: 175377

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Public Humanities Programs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Georgia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, academic institutions, libraries, and tribal entities for humanities programming. Funding is intended for public-facing humanities activities that bring people together for dialogue an...

GrantWatch ID#: 175394

Grants to Michigan Organizations to Improve Knowledge and Understanding of the Legal System

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Michigan organizations for projects and activities that improve residents' knowledge and understanding of the justice system. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that educate adults and children about their legal responsibilities and right...

GrantWatch ID#: 178162

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Tourism in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit and for-profit organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for capital improvements, marketing campaigns, events, festivals, or product development that increase visitation from outside the area, res...

GrantWatch ID#: 178419

Grants to Idaho and Wyoming Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Idaho and Wyoming nonprofit organizations and government entities to benefit local communities in eligible locations. This program empowers local youth to evaluate applicants, learn about community needs, and direct funding to awardees. G...

GrantWatch ID#: 178490

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs to Benefit Youth

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and schools for activities to benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that address the needs of young people in the community. Funde...

GrantWatch ID#: 178749

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Programs and Services that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 01/08/27 LOI Date: 10/09/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for services that benefit residents in eligible communities. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of health, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 179262
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