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

Explore 8,649 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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8,649 grants found

Grants to Wisconsin Organizations and Individuals for Activities to Benefit Recipients

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Wisconsin organizations, individuals, and agencies for charitable activities to benefit recipients in eligible locations. Eligible uses of funding include civic projects, youth programs, financial assistance, and more. Eligible applicants...

GrantWatch ID#: 228075

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Benefit Families, Children, and Communities of Color

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for initiatives to promote equity and benefit families, children, and communities of color in eligible regions. Funding priorities include projects in the focus areas of education and early childhood; economic mobility ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228657

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits and Agencies for Tidal Wetland Habitat Restoration and Enhance...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, county, state, and federal agencies for tidal wetland creation, restoration, and enhancement in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support activities that establish, restore, or improve tidal wetland ecosystems...

GrantWatch ID#: 228984

Grants to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin Organizations for Community Improvements

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin nonprofit and for-profit organizations for community improvements in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support renovations, updates, and improvements to agricultural buildings and facilities on c...

GrantWatch ID#: 229447

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Development and Collaborative Activities

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations for development and collaborative activities. Applicants must register and contact staff before applying. Funding is available in two streams: collaboratives that benefit the community or nonprofit sector, and funding to s...

GrantWatch ID#: 229973

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits and Agencies for Capital Projects to Increase Tourism

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Kentucky nonprofit and community-based organizations, and government agencies for capital projects to increase tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that emphasize and celebrate the region's identity, attract tourists, and benefit...

GrantWatch ID#: 230166

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Equine Veterina...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education to provide equine veterinarian education. Funding is intended for courses geared towards emerging equine veterinarians (1-5 years ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231076

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Initiatives to Promote Community Spirit

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations for initiatives to promote community spirit in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and events that support residents, improve community well-being, and boost volunteerism. Eligible organi...

GrantWatch ID#: 231370

Grants to Utah IHEs for Artificial Intelligence Projects That Benefit Residents

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Utah institutions of higher education for innovative projects that use artificial intelligence to improve the lives of state residents. Funding is intended for projects with a vision of how Utah will be different in five years — healthier, safer, more ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231738

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programming that Benefits Older Adults

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programming that benefits older adults in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that address mental and physical health, strengthen community connections, and reduce social isolation for older adults. Program...

GrantWatch ID#: 232050

Grants to New Brunswick Arts Nonprofits to Present Community Arts Programs and Events

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to New Brunswick nonprofit arts and culture organizations to present community arts programs and events. Eligible activities include public artist demonstrations, arts festivals, and cultural mediation programs conducted by professional artists. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232359

Grants to Hawaii, Guam, and Northern Mariana Islands Nonprofits to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Hawaii, Guam, and Northern Mariana Islands nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that strengthen low and moderate-income communities where the funding source has a presence. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following categori...

GrantWatch ID#: 232430

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and For-Profits to Address Criminal Justice Issues

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Connecticut government agencies, nonprofit organizations, private entities, and Tribal Nations to address criminal justice issues. Funding is intended for programs related to a range of justice-focused concerns, including but not limited to law enforceme...

GrantWatch ID#: 232499

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, For-Profits, Housing Authorities, and Agencies for Affordable...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit and for-profit organizations, housing authorities, and public agencies to support affordable housing projects, programs, services, and assistance in eligible regions. Funding is intended to serve households at or below 120% AMI. Elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 232587

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Agencies, Churches, and Schools for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $750 to Missouri nonprofit organizations, government agencies, churches, and school districts for projects to meet the needs of the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Grants must...

GrantWatch ID#: 232592

Grants to California Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Programs That Benefit Seniors

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations, churches, schools, hospitals, government units, and tribal entities for activities that benefit older adults in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects such as social programs, food and nut...

GrantWatch ID#: 232604

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Libraries for Small Humanities Projects

Deadline: 11/02/26 Conference Date: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, government and tribal agencies, schools, and libraries for small-scale public humanities projects. Eligible activities are those that involve a humanities professional, are free or have a minimal charge, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178565

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 11/30/26 Conference Date: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and government agencies to improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that help to create a stronger, more resilient region. By focusing on enga...

GrantWatch ID#: 224386

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Summer Programming for Youth

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for summer programs and activities benefiting children and youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for enrichment programs that are low-cost or free and serve local youth between the ages of 4 and 24. The grant se...

GrantWatch ID#: 138098

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and For-Profits for Activities that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to central Minnesota nonprofit and for-profit organizations for a broad range of activities to benefit residents in the funding source's service area. Past grants have supported organizations serving the community in the areas of nutrition, seniors, youth, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 143524

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Women and Children in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies for projects and activities that benefit women and children in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of neighborhood sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 145545

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities for Projects to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Ontario registered charities and qualified donees for projects that benefit eligible communities. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Focus areas may include community needs, children, and youth. Priority will be given to collab...

GrantWatch ID#: 145736

Grants to Texas Nonprofit and For-Profit Food-Service Entities for Innovative Culinary Projects

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit and for-profit food service entities, food-focused organizations, and individuals for culinary projects that benefit the community. Funding is intended to support innovative projects. Eligible applicants include food and beverage artisan ...

GrantWatch ID#: 147405

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for organizations that serve the community in the areas of education, arts, and community welfare. Eligible activities and programs must be a...

GrantWatch ID#: 148613

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding may be used for the implementation of programs, capital projects, renovations, office technology, and program-related materials. Eligible proposals are those t...

GrantWatch ID#: 149425

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Projects that Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects and programs that positively impact the local community. In previous years, grants have been awarded to local schools, youth STEM programs, community clubs, museums, health clinics, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 151276

Grants to Minnesota Residency Programs for Medical Training Opportunities

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Minnesota residency programs and sponsors to expand residencies and training opportunities for physicians. Funding is intended for new primary care residency programs or to train residents in newly created residency positions within existing programs. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 161880

Grants to California Nonprofits to Advance Education for Girls and Women

Deadline: 01/06/27 LOI Date: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to California nonprofit organizations for projects that advance the education of local girls and women in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an LOI and meet with staff prior to submitting a full application. Priority is given to pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 163027

Grants to Maine Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies for Local and Statewide Conferences that Addr...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of $1,000 and grants of $2,000 to Maine nonprofit organizations, tribal and government agencies, and educational institutions for community, regional, and statewide virtual conferences and meetings related to health. Funding is intended for gatherings that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 166160

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Agencies for Health Initiatives in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations and government entities for programs and projects that improve community health in eligible regions. Eligible project areas include behavioral health, access to care, chronic disease prevention and management, and cancer pre...

GrantWatch ID#: 169776

Grants to Arkansas Rural Towns and Cities for Capital Projects

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Arkansas rural towns and cities for capital projects and purchases that enhance the community in eligible locations. Applicants must conduct a public meeting and contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for new construction or renovatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 173057

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits to Address the Needs of the Elderly Population

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations to address the needs of the elderly population in eligible regions. Funding is intended for expanding or new programs and projects to provide seniors with various forms of assistance. Applicants must...

GrantWatch ID#: 173216

Grants to Ontario Charities and Agencies for Community Enhancement Projects and Programs

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Ontario registered charities and government agencies for community enhancement projects and programs in eligible regions. Funding priorities include enhancing inclusivity and belonging, learning and growing, strengthening non-profits, sustainable futures...

GrantWatch ID#: 173388

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and Schools to Improve Health Outcomes for Children and Women

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations, public schools, and religious entities to improve the health and wellness of children and women in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects that are aligned with the foundation's current focus a...

GrantWatch ID#: 174584

Grants to Indiana Individuals, Families, and Nonprofits in Eligible Counties to Address Critic...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana individuals, families, organizations, and groups in eligible counties for programs and projects that address basic needs. Funding is intended for community services such as healthcare, food, clothing, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 175559

Grants to West Virginia Nonprofits and Schools to Benefit Local Families and Children

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to West Virginia nonprofit organizations and schools for projects that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of the environment, recreation, education, arts, health, hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 176146

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Businesses to Promote Tourism Attractions

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and businesses to promote the development of tourism attractions throughout the state. Funding is intended to generate economic benefits, increase the number of new visitors, and impact travel choices ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176183

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, and Faith-Based Organizations to Improve the Quality of L...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based entities to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended for projects that will have a p...

GrantWatch ID#: 178116

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits and Businesses to Develop Solar Energy

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations, businesses, municipalities, and state agencies for small-scale projects to develop sustainable energy resources. Applicants must submit initial material prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178731

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Initiatives to Enhance Oral Health

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA and Canada qualifying nonprofit organizations for initiatives to enhance oral health. New applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. The goal of the funding program is to increase access to urgent and restorati...

GrantWatch ID#: 178853

Grants to Idaho and Washington Nonprofits and Individuals to Address Critical Needs

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Idaho and Washington nonprofit organizations and individuals to address critical needs in eligible counties. Focus areas include community service, education and youth, environment, and emergency energy assistance. Individuals and families with documente...

GrantWatch ID#: 179820

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies to Suppor...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies to support small-scale research projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for small resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 183781

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit Institutions for Job Syndrome Research

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit institutions for research projects related to Job Syndrome. Funding is intended to support research on the treatments for, and causes of Job Syndrome and its related pulmonary complications. The purpose of the gra...

GrantWatch ID#: 184366

Grants to West Virginia IHEs for STEM Research Opportunities for Undergraduate Students

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to West Virginia colleges and universities to provide research opportunities for undergraduate students pursuing studies in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Funding is intended to support small research s...

GrantWatch ID#: 187002

Grants to British Columbia Agencies and Tribes to Increase Emergency Response Capacity

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to British Columbia government agencies and First Nations to strengthen the capacity of emergency response services. Funding is intended to build the capacity to provide critical assistance through emergency support service (ESS) volunteer/...

GrantWatch ID#: 187238

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Programs Focused on Education, Environment, Healthcare, and C...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of education, environment, healthcare, and cultural arts. Eligible applicants are located...

GrantWatch ID#: 189355

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Programs to Address Essential Needs

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to address critical community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to respond to needs in the areas of adult education, hunger, shelter, and clothing. Collaborative projects are encourage...

GrantWatch ID#: 192485

Grants and In-Kind Support to West Virginia Groups and Schools for Athletic Programs

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of $300 and in-kind support to West Virginia community groups and schools in eligible locations for athletic activities for children. The program aims to promote health and fitness by providing opportunities for physical activity outside of school hours. In...

GrantWatch ID#: 194825

Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs to Prevent Domestic Violence

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs to prevent domestic violence. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to prevent a range of violence within relatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 198739

Grants to Nebraska Organizations and Agencies for Community Benefit Projects in Eligible Locat...

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Nebraska organizations and agencies for community benefit projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address the needs of local communities, including but not limited to playground improvements, lifesaving equipment, computer software for sch...

GrantWatch ID#: 199980
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