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

Explore 8,890 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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8,890 grants found

Grants to North Carolina Public Schools for Experiential Education Projects

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to North Carolina public schools in eligible counties to provide students with creative, hands-on learning opportunities. Funding is intended to inspire students to be enthusiastic about learning and to remain in the school setting, ultimate...

GrantWatch ID#: 172605

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Robotics Teams to Participate in Youth STEM Contests

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico robotics teams associated with schools or nonprofit organizations to participate in youth STEM contests. Funding may be used for team registration, field setup kits, and robot parts or kits. Funding is intended to enable teams to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172816

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Benefit Child Victims of Abuse and Neglect

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and in-kind support to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to improve the lives of local children. Funding is intended to support local organizations that assist at-risk children and young victims of abuse and neglect....

GrantWatch ID#: 173069

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations to respond to community needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support programs that promote and improve the overall well-being of residents. Eligible applicants have the ability and capacity to manage grant f...

GrantWatch ID#: 174103

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Tourism in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and local government agencies for programs and activities that promote tourism in eligible counties. Funding is intended for special events or exhibits, marketing and promotional projects, historic preservation projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 174528

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Benefit Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/02/26 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations and other tax-exempt entities, such as government agencies, for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff, and certain applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174759

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Health-Related Needs

Deadline: 10/16/26 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and government agencies to address health-related needs in eligible communities. Applicants must submit a concept paper before submitting a full application. Funding is intended to assist applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176074

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits for Housing Stability and Homeless Services

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations to improve housing stability. Funding is intended to assist organizations that provide services for people experiencing homelessness or help individuals and families pay rent, mortgages, and utility bills...

GrantWatch ID#: 176446

Grants to Arkansas Local Governments for Tourism Project Research

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Arkansas counties and cities to support research projects related to local tourist attractions. Funding is intended to support studies that will examine the potential of local sites and events to attract visitors. Eligible attractions in...

GrantWatch ID#: 176585

In-Kind Support to Texas Nonprofits for Volunteer Assistance at Community-Based Events

Deadline: 09/25/26

In-kind support of volunteer assistance to Texas nonprofit organizations for community events in eligible locations. The program is intended to help local nonprofits by providing volunteers for community-based programs and projects on a short-term basis. Volunteer...

GrantWatch ID#: 176768

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Cultural and Recreational Se...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and groups in eligible areas to develop and expand cultural and recreational services. Funding is intended to support new programs, the expansion of current programs, new or expanded special events, special projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 177708

Grants to USA Agencies for Body Camera Purchases and Training for Police Officers

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories law enforcement agencies, correctional agencies, and government agencies for equipment purchases and related training for police officers. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178038

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Migratory Bird Habitats

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, tribes, and agencies to restore, protect, and enhance eligible animal habitats. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to supp...

GrantWatch ID#: 180336

Grants to Delaware Nonprofit Organizations for Initiatives to Support Childhood Development

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Delaware nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit children in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support early childhood development in vulnerable populations. Eligible activities emphasize community building and promote equity. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 181254

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Promote the Inclusion of Individuals with Disabilities in Comm...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations to promote the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in arts activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for capital and programming expenses. Priority will be given to proposals with the gr...

GrantWatch ID#: 186553

Grants to Alabama K-12 Schools and Nonprofits for Programming, Resources, and Supplies to Enha...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Alabama K-12 schools and nonprofit organizations for programming, resources, and supplies that enhance classroom learning. Funds may be used for purposes that include, but are not limited to, classroom and sanitation supplies; media equip...

GrantWatch ID#: 186722

Grants to Texas For-Profits, Agencies, and Organizations to Address Dangerous Emissions

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Texas businesses, individuals, government agencies, organizations, and associations for programs and projects that address dangerous emissions. Funding is intended to implement innovative technologies that help to reduce emissions of regulated pollutants...

GrantWatch ID#: 192696

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Promote the Well-Being of At-Risk Chi...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, research organizations, and schools to promote the well-being of children. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting a proposal. Funding is intended to serve children who are at risk...

GrantWatch ID#: 197381

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Habitat Conservation and Restoration

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA government agencies, organizations, IHEs, private companies, and Tribes in multiple states for habitat conservation and restoration projects in the funding source's service area. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 200773

Grants to Oregon and Washington Nonprofits for General Operational Support and Projects to Ben...

Deadline: 11/04/26 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Oregon and Washington nonprofit organizations for general operational support and projects to benefit local communities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for programs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202461

Grants to Alabama Entities to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations, IHEs, development districts, Tribes, and government agencies for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for busine...

GrantWatch ID#: 204519

Grants to USA Agencies and Nonprofits to Address Crime Against Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and victim service providers for programs to address violent crime against individuals with disabilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take se...

GrantWatch ID#: 207467

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Activities that Advance Education, Preservation, and Wellness

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support a variety of charitable initiatives in the focus areas of wellness, education, and preservation. The goal of the funding program is to support project...

GrantWatch ID#: 208315

Grants to New York Artists, Collectives, Tribes, and Nonprofits for Arts Programming in Eligib...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of $1,000 to New York tribal entities, individual artists, collectives, nonprofit organizations, and unincorporated groups for arts programming in eligible regions. Funding is intended to ensure the ongoing success of arts and cultural activities and enable...

GrantWatch ID#: 209471

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Activities to Support Animal Welfare in Eligible Co...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit animal welfare organizations and government agency animal shelters for activities to benefit animals in eligible communities. Funding is intended for organizations that provide the following services: humane education, emergency animal car...

GrantWatch ID#: 209714

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits to Assist Residents in Need

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to assist disadvantaged individuals and families during the holiday season. Funding is intended for programs and projects that provide items such as gifts, clothing, and toys, and support the traditi...

GrantWatch ID#: 210552

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Activities to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs and projects that address the needs of communities served by the funding source. Focus areas include youth enrichment, health and wellness, the arts, and the community. Organiza...

GrantWatch ID#: 211213

Grants to Illinois and Missouri Nonprofits for Operating Support for Programs to Advance Civic...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of $20,000 to Illinois and Missouri nonprofit organizations for operating support for programs to advance civic engagement, policy change, and advocacy efforts in eligible regions. Funding may be used for any organizational needs, including salaries, techno...

GrantWatch ID#: 212279

Grants to Nevada Nonprofits to Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 11/06/26 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants to Nevada nonprofit organizations for community benefit projects in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full proposal. Funding is flexible and may be used for both project and operating expenses. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 215716

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Capacity-Building Initiatives

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and societies in eligible regions for capacity-building initiatives. Funding is intended to promote equity and inclusion and advance social change. Priority areas include, but are not limited to: food systems, wom...

GrantWatch ID#: 216831

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Support Residents and the Community in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for initiatives that benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a broad range of programs, projects, and activities that support the health of residents and help the community thrive. Eligible organ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217494

Grants to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC Nonprofits to Assist the Underprivileged

Deadline: 10/23/26 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that assist the elderly, the homeless population, and/or underprivileged children in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 218847

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Local Economic and Workforce Developm...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and Tribes for local workforce and economic development initiatives that benefit eligible counties. Focus areas include housing, entrepreneurship, mentoring and internship program...

GrantWatch ID#: 219237

Grants to West Virginia Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to West Virginia nonprofit organizations and for-profit entities for projects and activities that promote tourism in eligible locations. First-time applicants must present ideas to program staff before applying. Funding is intended to market and advertise e...

GrantWatch ID#: 219377

Grants to Ontario Municipal Police Service Boards and Agencies for Policing Initiatives

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Ontario municipal police service boards and municipalities to address concerns regarding police needs, safety, and well-being. Two funding streams are available: local and provincial. The local stream deals with safety risks that threaten police officers...

GrantWatch ID#: 220002

Grants to Alberta Arts Nonprofits, Charities, Indigenous Arts Organizations, and Grassroots Or...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta nonprofit arts organizations, registered charities, grassroots organizations, and Indigenous arts entities in eligible regions for the preliminary planning stages required to address organizational issues. Interested applicants ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 220510

Grants to Massachusetts and New York Nonprofit Service Providers for Operating Support

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Massachusetts and New York nonprofit organizations that serve individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and/or SUD in eligible counties for general operating support. Funding is intended for organizations that currentl...

GrantWatch ID#: 222404

Grants to Connecticut Boards of Education, Nonprofits, and For-Profits to Improve Educational ...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Connecticut boards of education, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and nonsectarian organizations for activities to improve the educational outcomes for students. Funding is intended for activities including career and college preparation, academic...

GrantWatch ID#: 223372

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Children in the Local Community

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit children in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects to improve the lives of children in the local community. Focus areas include safety, youth development, education, and health and w...

GrantWatch ID#: 223982

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs to Purchase Eligible Scientific Equipment

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs to purchase eligible scientific equipment. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to enhance biomedical research spaces by modernizing their equipmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 224972

Grants to USA Agencies, School Districts, Nonprofits, Tribal Entities, For-Profits, and Busine...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA government agencies, school districts, nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, for-profits, and small businesses for international collaborative health research projects. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Research focus should...

GrantWatch ID#: 227287

Grants to USA Agencies to Create Mental Health Service Networks

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies and nonprofit or for-profit mental health agencies to create mental health service networks. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to increase in...

GrantWatch ID#: 227504

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit, community, and civic organizations for projects to improve the quality of life in eligible counties. Funding is intended for the focus areas of education and youth, community service, environment, disaster relief, emergency energy as...

GrantWatch ID#: 228208

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and CBOs for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations, schools, community-based groups, and government agencies for environmental activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist organizations in implementing on-the-ground conservation projects. Gr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228931

Grants to Prince Edward Island Nonprofits for Wildlife Conservation Activities

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Prince Edward Island nonprofit organizations for environmental protection activities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: education, natural areas, habitat restoration and enhancement, research, and monito...

GrantWatch ID#: 229680

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Transportation-Based Projects

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut government agencies, schools, and nonprofit organizations to promote safer, healthier, and more accessible transportation options for residents. Applicants must register before applying. Funding is intended for projects that e...

GrantWatch ID#: 230088

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Substance Use Disorder Research

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies for substance use disorder research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research on the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230165

Grants to USA Entities to Provide Mentored Research Experiences

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies to provide mentored research experiences. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to strengthen the biomedic...

GrantWatch ID#: 230173

Grants to USA Entities for Mentorship Activities in Research Education

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies for mentorship activities in research education. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to strengthen the b...

GrantWatch ID#: 230174

Grants to USA Entities for Course and Curriculum Development for Research Education

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies for course and curriculum development for research education. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to str...

GrantWatch ID#: 230175
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