471 Operational Support Grants

Discover operating support grants that help sustain daily operations and core programming. Funding may cover general operations, administrative costs, staff salaries, utilities, and essential services to maintain and strengthen organizational impact.

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Grants to Georgia Nonprofits and Agencies to Support Victims of Violence

Deadline: 11/21/25

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects and programs to support victims of violence. Funding may be used for operational costs, staffing, technology, and other services to meet the unique needs of the local communities. Funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 224482

Grants to New York City Organizations, Theatre Companies, and Artist Collectives for General O...

Deadline: 11/25/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to New York City organizations, theater companies, and artist collectives for general operations. Funding is intended to increase opportunities for artists and theaters that have been historically underserved. Grants are intended for small theat...

GrantWatch ID#: 199249

Grant to a USA Entrepreneur or Business Owner to Boost Their Business

Deadline: 11/25/25

Grant of $1,000 to a USA entrepreneur or business owner to boost their business. Funding is intended to assist the business in reaching the next level it is aiming for, such as scaling operations or launching a new product. Grant funds must be used exclusively for legi...

GrantWatch ID#: 218097

Grants to Alberta Nonprofit Indigenous-Led Organizations for Reconciliation Activities

Deadline: 11/26/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Alberta nonprofit Indigenous-led organizations for reconciliation activities in eligible regions. Eligible applicants promote Indigenous culture and safety, and offer workforce development opportunities for Indigenous people. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 224275

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

Deadline: 11/30/25

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. Gran...

GrantWatch ID#: 160938

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

Deadline: 11/30/25

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 justice...

GrantWatch ID#: 178281

Grants to Nevada Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Meet Financial Needs

Deadline: 11/30/25

Grants of up to $2,500 to Nevada nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to meet financial needs. Funding is intended to support programs on a one-time basis or to fill a financial gap. Grants can be used for materials or programming-related expenses. The Foundatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 210283

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Organizational Development

Deadline: 11/30/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Tribal entities in rural areas for professional development efforts and technical assistance opportunities. Funding is intended to strengthen the skills, talents, and capacity of the non...

GrantWatch ID#: 221928

Grants to Ontario Charities to Benefit People with Alzheimer's

Deadline: 11/30/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario charitable organizations to benefit people with cognitive challenges in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide operational support to nonprofits working to offer care to clients with Alzheimer’s. Priority is given to tho...

GrantWatch ID#: 222406

Grants to New York City Nonprofits for Operating Support

Deadline: 11/30/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to New York City nonprofit community and neighborhood-based groups in eligible locations for general operating support. Funding is intended to assist organizations that promote racial justice and provide critical resources to BIPOC and other gro...

GrantWatch ID#: 222624

Grants to Massachusetts Human Services Nonprofits for Operating and Program Support

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to meet human services needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs serving low- and moderate-income households, as well as those who are underinsured or uninsured. This program allocates support to the o...

GrantWatch ID#: 148868

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Improve Health and Equity in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to improve health and promote social justice in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of criminal justice, cancer support, reproductive health, environmental action, and the arts. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 173669

Grants to California Nonprofits to Promote the Arts in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to California nonprofit organizations to promote arts programming in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities that benefit the local arts community in the disciplines of m...

GrantWatch ID#: 174733

Grants to New Mexico and Louisiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to New Mexico and Louisiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes for projects and programs that address community needs. Funding is intended for initiatives and services in the eligible focus areas of education, the environment, animal welfar...

GrantWatch ID#: 175082

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Schools to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to Washington nonprofit charitable and educational organizations and schools to respond to community needs. Focus areas include arts and culture, environment, education and youth, health care, social services, and public safety. Requests for operational support,...

GrantWatch ID#: 176262

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofit and Municipal Museums for General Operating Support

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $15,000, and grants of up to $30,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit and municipal museums to support general operations and programming. New applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 177485

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for local residents. The funder's focus areas include education, environment, arts, health and human services, animal welfare, youth, and community building. The majority of grants are for capac...

GrantWatch ID#: 178492

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Counties for Programs, Operational Expe...

Deadline: 12/01/25 Conference Date: 11/28/25

Grants of up to $25,000 and grants of up to $50,000 to New York nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible counties for projects and activities that serve local residents. Funding is intended to support programs, operations, and capital requests in the...

GrantWatch ID#: 184928

Grants to Idaho Nonprofits to Support Educational Initiatives

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to Idaho nonprofit organizations to support educational initiatives. Funding is intended for a range of operational expenses, including but not limited to environmental and classroom education, repairs and maintenance to school buildings, and classroom materials...

GrantWatch ID#: 198443

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life in the Local Community

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for both programmatic support and general operating support for charitable projects and organizations. Funded organizations must have a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 205786

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States and Regions for Innovative Programs that Address t...

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states and regions for activities that address the needs of local communities and build nonprofit capacity. Funding is intended to support innovative programs and projects focusing on workforce development, financial em...

GrantWatch ID#: 207641

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Tribal Entities to Strengthen Operations...

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and municipalities to strengthen operations and promote humanities programming. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to help humanities-based organi...

GrantWatch ID#: 209726

Grants to New York City Nonprofit Performing Arts Organizations for Operating Support

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to New York City nonprofit performing arts organizations for operating support. First-time applicants must contact the funding source to obtain access to the application portal. Funding is focused on opera, music, dance, and theater companies that perform both n...

GrantWatch ID#: 210298

Grants to Alberta Charities, Agencies, and First Nations to Address the Needs of Local Communi...

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta registered charities, municipalities, and First Nation Bands to address the needs of communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to help organizations navigate a rapidly changing environment, whether it involves developing r...

GrantWatch ID#: 213216

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Support Artistic Projects

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations to support projects that promote artistic excellence and interactions between sectors, and share local history in eligible regions. This grant offers operating support to organizations that provide qua...

GrantWatch ID#: 217202

Grants to Virginia Nonprofit Arts Organizations for Arts and Cultural Programming in Eligible ...

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to Virginia nonprofit arts organizations for arts and cultural programming in eligible locations. Funding may be used for general operating expenses as well as for specific programs or projects to enhance arts programming. Eligible organizations provide services...

GrantWatch ID#: 217346

Grants to British Columbia Charities for Capacity-Building Activities

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to British Columbia registered charities in eligible regions for capacity-building activities. Funding is intended to assist with training, workshops, and support in areas including professional development, strategic planning, operational enhan...

GrantWatch ID#: 223141

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to address education, healthcare, and other community...

GrantWatch ID#: 223562

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Schools for Programs that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 12/02/25

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of health and education. Grant req...

GrantWatch ID#: 215454

Grants to USA Grassroots Social Change Organizations and Groups in Multiple States to Support ...

Deadline: 12/03/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA grassroots social change organizations, start-ups, and groups in multiple states to advance equity and peace. Applicants who have not been funded in the last three years must contact the office prior to applying. Funding is intended for o...

GrantWatch ID#: 148223

Grants to New York For-Profits for Business and Community Development Efforts

Deadline: 12/04/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to New York businesses in eligible locations to promote community and economic development. Funding is intended to help companies strengthen their business operations. Grants can be used for equipment/machinery or resources such as business serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 215504

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Start-Up Operating Costs Associated with Opening a Charter School

Deadline: 12/04/25 Conference Date: 11/21/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations that manage charter schools for start-up projects. Funding is intended to help charter schools at the early stage of development or leaders interested in launching a new school by providing resources, funding, and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 217527

Grants to New York Businesses for Critical Operational Support

Deadline: 12/04/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to New York businesses in eligible locations to promote development and improve operations. Funding is intended to assist companies in sustaining their business operations following a natural disaster, an act of God, or a mandate affecting busin...

GrantWatch ID#: 218910

Grants to Delaware Nonprofits to Provide Services to Veterans in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 12/05/25

Grants to Delaware nonprofit veteran's organizations to provide services to veterans and their families. Funding is intended for applicants who offer unique programs that address unmet needs in communities. Eligible programs are those that provide contact services in S...

GrantWatch ID#: 138457

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts and Cultural Programs

Deadline: 12/05/25

Grants to Florida nonprofit and public entities for arts and cultural programming. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended for cultural activities throughout the state, including professional services, performances, even...

GrantWatch ID#: 163533

Grants to British Columbia Tribal Councils and First Nations Communities and Organizations to ...

Deadline: 12/05/25

Grants of up to $60,000 to British Columbia Tribal Councils and First Nations communities and organizations for capacity-building initiatives. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for programs and projects that strength...

GrantWatch ID#: 196858

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, CBOs, and Individuals to Address Community Needs in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: 12/05/25

Grants of up to $500 and grants of up to $1,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, community groups, and individuals for community programs and services in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that address community needs, respond to underserviced de...

GrantWatch ID#: 201588

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Address the Needs of Local Children and Youth in Eligible Cou...

Deadline: 12/05/25

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations for operational support and ongoing activities that benefit local youth and children in eligible counties. Funding is intended for small projects, service-related materials and supplies, events, and minor operational assistanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 206499

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Benefit Jewish and Non-Jewish Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 12/05/25

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit Jewish and non-Jewish residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and projects in the focus areas of community connection and improved health outcomes for underserved and vulnerab...

GrantWatch ID#: 220831

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Iniatives Benefiting Local Residents

Deadline: 12/05/25

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for iniatives that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended is to provide programatic and operational support. Proposals will be evaluated based on their impact and value. Eligible proposals benef...

GrantWatch ID#: 224264

Grants to California Arts and Culture Organizations in Eligible Locations to Support General O...

Deadline: 12/05/25 Conference Date: 11/20/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to California arts and culture organizations in eligible locations to support general operations. Funding is intended to support local organizations, implement programming, help provide growth and development opportunities for artists, and respon...

GrantWatch ID#: 224604

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Human Service Programs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 12/08/25

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for activities that address the needs of underserved residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide housing and homeless services, and to meet the emergency and daily needs of citizens and impacted neighborhoo...

GrantWatch ID#: 176495

Grants to Massachusetts Organizations and Programs in Eligible Locations to Benefit Jewish Fam...

Deadline: 12/08/25

Grants to Massachusetts organizations and programs in eligible locations to benefit Jewish families with children. Funding is intended to support initiatives that address the following focus areas: expanding engagement, filling unmet needs, and building organizational ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224752

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Programming Addressing Community Wellbeing

Deadline: 12/10/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programming addressing community wellbeing. Funding is applied to three categories: capital or start-up, event, and operational. Applicants may submit requests that address a discernible community need. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159910

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, Tribes, Watershed Councils, and Watershed Allia...

Deadline: 12/10/25

Grants of up to $40,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, IHEs, watershed councils, and watershed alliances for general operating support. Funding is intended to support activities related to the enhancement of water quality, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 208559

Grants to Texas Artists, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Arts and Culture Initiatives to Benef...

Deadline: 12/11/25 LOI Date: 12/04/25

Grants to Texas artists, creative businesses, and nonprofit arts organizations for arts and culture initiatives to benefit residents and tourists in eligible regions. Applicants must submit an eligibility form before applying. Funding is intended for performances, exhi...

GrantWatch ID#: 215330

Grants to Texas Arts Venues for Operating Support and Facility Improvements

Deadline: 12/11/25 LOI Date: 12/04/25

Grants of $60,000 to Texas music and performance venues, theaters, and museums to promote arts and culture in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an eligibility form before applying. Funding is intended for space improvements and general expenses, such as rent, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224378

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Projects in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 12/12/25

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for program supplies, construction expenses, capital campaigns, and operational support. Activities should focus on environmental...

GrantWatch ID#: 164486

Grants to Oklahoma Arts Nonprofits to Strengthen Organizational Capacity

Deadline: 12/12/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oklahoma nonprofit arts organizations in eligible counties to strengthen organizational capacity. Funding is intended for professional development, volunteer management, strategic planning, and more. Eligible applicants have headquarters in ce...

GrantWatch ID#: 173966

Grants to New York Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 12/12/25 Conference Date: 11/21/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to New York nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that protect and strengthen the community. The grant program aims to encourage innovation and reimag...

GrantWatch ID#: 224849