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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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Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD Scholars, IHEs, and Research Institutes for Human...

Deadline: 11/20/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD scholars, universities, and research institutes to pursue research projects related to the historical humanities. Funding is intended for a wide range of research fields, including history, archaeology, art history, his...

GrantWatch ID#: 225798

Grants to North Dakota Individuals and Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Charitable Causes

Deadline: 11/20/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to North Dakota individuals and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for charitable causes. Funding is intended for scientific, health, education, charitable, and safety purposes in the funding source's service area. All applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225963

Grants to Maryland Community Associations for Transportation-Based Projects

Deadline: 11/20/26

Grants to Maryland community associations in eligible locations for transportation-based activities. Funding is intended to support community improvement projects such as streetscapes, bus shelters, sidewalks, speed humps, streetlights, transportation safety items...

GrantWatch ID#: 229216

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Municipalities to Improve the Health of Residents

Deadline: 11/20/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and municipalities for initiatives that improve the health of residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to address barriers to access, behavioral health, and preventive and primary care. Eligible applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230620

Grants to Oklahoma Junior High and High Schools to Support Girls' Golf Teams and Programs

Deadline: 11/22/26

Grants to Oklahoma junior high schools and high schools to support girls' sports teams and programs. Funding is intended for financial support for underfunded girls' golf teams. Funding may be used to pay for team uniforms, instruction, golf course access, equipme...

GrantWatch ID#: 163611

Grants to Texas Organizations and Agencies to Address Critical Needs in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 11/23/26

Grants of up to $6,000 per year to Texas organizations and agencies to address community needs in eligible counties. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the focus areas of food, shelter, clothing, health needs, education, and public safety. Programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 180830

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 11/23/26

Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for programs that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities, projects, and events that benefit community members or str...

GrantWatch ID#: 218146

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Public Entities to Provide Legal Services to Underrepresented Com...

Deadline: 01/25/27 LOI Date: 11/23/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and public entities to provide legal services to underrepresented communities. Funding is intended to increase the capabilities of nonprofit groups to address the need for improvement in the provision of legal services to unde...

GrantWatch ID#: 220485

Grants to Minnesota Organizations for Projects that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 11/23/26

Grants to Minnesota organizations for projects that benefit communities within the funder's service territory. Focus areas include youth, educational scholarship programs, cultural programs, environmental education, hardship relief, and activities to improve the l...

GrantWatch ID#: 228211

Grants to Kansas Agencies and Organizations for Substance Abuse Programs

Deadline: 11/23/26

Grants to Kansas government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and for- profit businesses for substance abuse treatment programs. Funding is intended to address the impacts of dependency and substance misuse throughout the state. The initiative is designed to deli...

GrantWatch ID#: 229227

Grants to Canada Institutions for Doctoral Students to Complete Research Projects

Deadline: 11/23/26

Grants to Canada institutions for doctoral students to complete research projects. Funding is intended to support the next generation of researchers and to provide them with training experiences that will boost their future careers. Research areas can include heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 231401

Grants to USA IHEs, Tribes, and Nonprofits to Improve Mathematical Sciences Training

Deadline: 11/24/26

Grants to USA IHEs, tribes, and nonprofit organizations to improve training for those entering the mathematical sciences workforce. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to increase the number of...

GrantWatch ID#: 232287

Grants to USA Artists and Nonprofits for Arts Projects Addressing Contemporary Issues

Deadline: 12/16/26 LOI Date: 11/25/26

Grants to USA artists and nonprofit organizations for projects focusing on music, the fine arts, photography, and environmental activism. Applicants must submit a written request for an application prior to applying. Funding is intended to support artistic work th...

GrantWatch ID#: 176052

Grants to Nevada Organizations to Promote Local Tourist Attractions and Events

Deadline: 11/25/26

Grants to Nevada organizations in eligible locations to promote and advertise local tourism opportunities. Funding is intended for requests that demonstrate the potential to benefit the tourism industry, increase the use of local lodging facilities, generate dolla...

GrantWatch ID#: 180849

Sponsorships to Connecticut Nonprofits for Events that Promote Cultural Understanding

Deadline: 11/25/26

Sponsorships of up to $1,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for events and programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that promote and enhance cultural understanding in the community. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 184114

Grants to Saskatchewan Organizations to Provide Car Seats to Needy Families

Deadline: 11/25/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Saskatchewan traffic safety enforcement entities, nonprofit organizations, and newcomer groups to improve child safety. Funding is intended to provide car seats to families in need. The goal of the program is to improve overall child pass...

GrantWatch ID#: 190886

Grants to USA Researchers for Gravitational Physics Research Projects

Deadline: 11/25/26

Grants to USA and territories researchers affiliated with nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and Tribes for research projects related to gravitational physics. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. The purpose of the...

GrantWatch ID#: 229249

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Improvements to Outdoor Recreation Spaces

Deadline: 11/27/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for improvements to outdoor recreation areas that are open to the public. Funding is intended for projects that feature publicly accessible additions and improvements to trails or natural spa...

GrantWatch ID#: 192449

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits and Individuals to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 11/27/26

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations and individuals for activities to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve community well-being, promote resident engagement, encourage amateur and professional arts par...

GrantWatch ID#: 192768

Grants to Iowa County Conservation Boards to Protect and Develop Wildlife Habitats

Deadline: 11/27/26

Grants to Iowa County Conservation Boards for activities to protect and develop wildlife habitats throughout the state. Funding is intended for projects to acquire land or to develop natural areas for habitat conservation. Eligible projects must be located on land...

GrantWatch ID#: 211638

Competition for USA, Canada, and International Photography Students from Selected IHEs

Deadline: 11/27/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International photography students to participate in a photography competition. The competition is open to individuals aged from 18 to 30 years old who are attending a photography program. Students are required to submit five to te...

GrantWatch ID#: 215512

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits and Groups for Capital Improvements to Local Fa...

Deadline: 11/27/26

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations and groups for capital improvements to facilities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in the areas of renovation, expansion, or construction, and must be undertaken to improve faciliti...

GrantWatch ID#: 217504

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Oral Care and Cancer Screenings for the Underserved

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and charities to provide access to dental care for underserved populations. Funding is intended to promote education regarding oral and oropharyngeal cancer and to encourage screenings for the public...

GrantWatch ID#: 133746

Grants to Iowa County Conservation Boards to Purchase Land and Develop Fish Habitats

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Iowa County Conservation Boards for land acquisition and fish habitat development projects. Funding is intended for costs associated with the construction and repair of lakes, streams, and ponds; sediment-retaining basins, dam removal; and the constructi...

GrantWatch ID#: 135076

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies in eligible regions to support programs and projects that benefit local communities. Special consideration is given to proposals that include major infrastructure components that will improve the qua...

GrantWatch ID#: 135930

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit and school-based organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support a variety of projects that help children and families, enhance the environment, and improve the health and well-being of residents....

GrantWatch ID#: 139136

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities in Eligible Locations to Improve the Quality of Life fo...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Ontario registered charities in eligible locations for programs to improve the quality of life for local communities. Funding is intended for activities within a broad range of focus areas, including the environment, education, and recreation. Priority w...

GrantWatch ID#: 145808

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Capital Expenses and Programming Benefiting Residents in Elig...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of health, education, animals, environment, arts and humanities, human services, and public ...

GrantWatch ID#: 146453

Grants to Alaska Tribal and City Governments for Community Assistance Projects

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Alaska tribal and city government agencies for economic and community development projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to help local households pay for electricity, propane, or heating oil. Eligible programs and projects benefit individual...

GrantWatch ID#: 158359

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Benefit Activities and Programs

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations and government agencies for initiatives that benefit the community in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support high-impact projects and programs in the areas of education, the arts, conservation, and human services....

GrantWatch ID#: 160938

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs and Services that Benefit Residents in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs and services that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of health, basic human needs, economic development, education, environm...

GrantWatch ID#: 161100

Grants to Ohio Schools for Educational Programs for the Promotion of Recycling

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Ohio schools in eligible locations for educational activities to heighten awareness of the environment among students and staff. Funding is intended to support programs, hands-on projects, and learning experiences that teach students, teachers, and other...

GrantWatch ID#: 163297

Grants to USA Organizations for Projects in the Areas of Community, Environment, and Populatio...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to USA organizations for projects in the areas of community and population growth. New applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry. Environmental projects are also supported in eligible regions of Pennsylvania. Eligible projects will improve the local qualit...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910

Grants to New York Nonprofits, IHEs, Businesses, and Informal Organizations for Literary Event...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, IHEs, businesses, and informal organizations for literary events such as workshops and readings in eligible locations. Grant funds must be used for writers' fees. Funding is intended for events that are open to the publi...

GrantWatch ID#: 164347

Grants to Georgia and South Carolina Nonprofits and Schools to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Georgia and South Carolina nonprofit organizations and schools for projects and activities to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for a wide range of services and activities to make an impact on the local communities. Eligible applicants are loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 175150

Grants to New Mexico and Texas Nonprofits and Individuals for Botanical Projects

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Mexico and Texas nonprofit organizations, communities, and individuals for botanical projects. Funding is intended for activities that promote the conservation, education, research, and restoration of native plants. Assistance is avai...

GrantWatch ID#: 175262

Grants to Missouri Schools and IHEs for Reading Services for Students Who Are Legally Blind

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Missouri public school districts, special school districts, IHEs, and technical and professional schools for reading services to assist students who are legally blind. Funding is intended to reimburse schools for employing a qualified individual to read ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175675

Grants to Maine Nonprofits for Economic Development Projects

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations for economic development projects in the communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for projects that advance the local workforce and drive economic growth. Emphasis will be placed o...

GrantWatch ID#: 176256

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Projects Related to Education, Health, and Poverty Relief

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for activities that help to relieve poverty, advance education, and promote health. Funding is intended for capital projects and program support. The Trustees consider only the following types of capital projects: constructi...

GrantWatch ID#: 176314

Grants to Minnesota Clubs and Agencies for Projects to Improve Outdoor Facilities

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Minnesota community clubs and government entities for projects to improve outdoor facilities. Funding is intended for the development, maintenance, and rerouting of recreation facilities. Eligible projects include the development of new trails, as well a...

GrantWatch ID#: 176560

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Lif...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the quality of life for local communities. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of Alzheimer’s and aging, community initiatives, youth development...

GrantWatch ID#: 176899

Grants to New Brunswick Nonprofits, First Nations, and Agencies to Support Inclusion in Athlet...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Brunswick nonprofit organizations, First Nations, and municipalities for physical activity programs that promote inclusion. Funding is intended to support improvements to facilities to increase inclusion and access in recreation and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177513

Grants to Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington, DC, Virginia, and West Virginia Nonprofits for P...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington, DC, Virginia, and West Virginia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, libraries, and schools for programs and projects that benefit residents. Funding is intended for initiatives in the focus areas of social ju...

GrantWatch ID#: 178281

In-Kind Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Artists for Arts Facility Rental Fees

Deadline: 11/30/26

In-kind grants of event space to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, groups of artists, and individual artists in eligible regions. The grant is intended to allow short-term access for public-facing activities, such as performances, presentations, or pop-up ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 179838

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations to benefit residents through a wide range of community programs. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for residents, support local needs, and build vibrant communities. Funding areas include human an...

GrantWatch ID#: 181074

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Literacy and STEAM-Focused Programming

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Ohio, Arizona, California, Washington, and Connecticut nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for literacy and STEAM-focused educational programs for grades PreK-8. Program goals include preparing children for kindergarten and ensuring that student...

GrantWatch ID#: 181343

In-Kind Donations of Equipment to Oregon and Washington Nonprofit Organizations in Eligible Lo...

Deadline: 11/30/26

In-kind donations of equipment to Oregon and Washington nonprofit organizations in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to support organizations that address the health needs of local residents. Organizations must be located in and serve communities w...

GrantWatch ID#: 182304

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Strengthen Capacity

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and educational and faith-based entities in eligible locations for activities that strengthen financial and organizational capacity. Funding is intended for initiatives that improv...

GrantWatch ID#: 184972

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Rural Communities and Low-Income Individua...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Alaska nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities for educational and charitable projects that benefit rural communities and low-income residents. Funding is intended for events and activities that have a long-term...

GrantWatch ID#: 186219

Grants to Ontario Municipalities, Registered Charities, and Amateur Athletic Associations to I...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Ontario municipalities, registered charities, and amateur athletic associations in eligible locations to improve the quality of life for residents. Funding is intended for a broad range of programs, projects, and activities to directly be...

GrantWatch ID#: 187198
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