grants-for

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

Explore 898 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.

See foundations that have given grants for Faith Based

Recipient type
State / Region
Nationwide / International
Grant category
Funding source type

898 grants found

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 Oregon Nonprofits, Tribes, Schools, and Faith-Based Entities to Support Outdoor Camps

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based entities, and tribal entities to assist outdoor camps serving youth. Funding is intended for residential camps that have improvement and maintenance needs. Preference is given to applicants that reflec...

GrantWatch ID#: 207364

Grants to North Dakota Agencies and Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations for Community Serv...

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to North Dakota government entities and nonprofit and faith-based organizations for community benefit programming in eligible regions. Priority will be given to organizations that benefit a large number of community members and to requests that demonstrate ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190129

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

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, Tribal governments, school districts, and faith-based organizations for studies addressing human genetic research. Applicants are advised that required regi...

GrantWatch ID#: 211707

Grants to Montana Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to Montana nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Interested applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects and programs that assist people in sustainably enhancin...

GrantWatch ID#: 216855

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

Deadline: 10/20/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, government and tribal agencies, and IHEs for studies to determine the efficacy of therapeutic agents to treat neurological disorders. Applicants are advised that require...

GrantWatch ID#: 217736

Grants to Pennsylvania Jewish Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 10/23/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Pennsylvania Jewish nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit women and girls in eligible regions. Some applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Eligible organizations align themselves with on...

GrantWatch ID#: 222239

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and Schools to Promote Gardening and Preservation

Deadline: 10/24/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations, schools, civic associations, and faith-based entities to enhance the environment and encourage community beautification in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote interest in gardening and preserv...

GrantWatch ID#: 147154

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Social, Cultural, Educational, and Religious Programs to Enhan...

Deadline: 10/25/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible regions. Funding is intended for social, cultural, educational, religious, and social programs that have a positive impact on a broad portion of the community. Proposals should benef...

GrantWatch ID#: 175742

Grants to Arizona Educational Institutions and Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 10/26/26

Grants to Arizona educational institutions and nonprofit and faith-based organizations for projects to benefit the community in eligible locations. Interest areas include education, community and economic development, health and wellness, and cultural heritage and...

GrantWatch ID#: 226380

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Faith-Based Entities to Address Critical Needs in Eligible L...

Deadline: 10/27/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Maryland nonprofit organizations and faith-based entities to provide emergency assistance to disadvantaged residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to be used for food, rent, utilities, car repairs, medicine, and other basic n...

GrantWatch ID#: 155703

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals for Humanities, Arts, and History P...

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $2,500 to New Jersey nonprofit and faith-based organizations, local government agencies, IHEs, libraries, scholars, and artists in eligible locations for programs in the areas of humanities, arts, and history. First-time ...

GrantWatch ID#: 128655

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Gardening Programs

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, community gardens and clubs, schools, and faith-based entities for gardening projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that promote beautification, provide h...

GrantWatch ID#: 176798

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs and Activities

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Some applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of arts and culture, h...

GrantWatch ID#: 212302

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and faith-based entities to address community needs and enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of animal welfare, arts and culture, children and youth,...

GrantWatch ID#: 218273

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Evidence-Based Init...

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations for evidence-based initiatives to meet urgent community needs. Funding is intended to support innovative projects and interventions to address intolerance, bias, prejudice, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 221310

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, Agencies, and Faith-Based Entities to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based entities for projects and programs that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of public safety, health and human services...

GrantWatch ID#: 171509

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Park Districts for Community Projects

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to North Dakota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for projects that will improve the local community and enhance the quality of life for area residents. Grants shall be awarded to organizations and/or projects within ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175005

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits, Churches, and Hospitals for Programs that Address Community Ne...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, medical organizations, churches, and IHEs in eligible parishes for programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for projects that address needs in the community. The Community Foundation as...

GrantWatch ID#: 184018

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit Families in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Indiana nonprofit and faith-based organizations for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects that serve children, youth, families, and the local community. Eligible proposal...

GrantWatch ID#: 201930

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies for Charitable Activities to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for charitable activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that serve the local community. Requests will also be accepted from ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203867

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Tribes for Event Sponsorships

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and tribal entities for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to support sponsorships for community events that represent...

GrantWatch ID#: 205248

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits for Activities that Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that promote economic and workforce development and support educational and recreational programs. Char...

GrantWatch ID#: 217290

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs in Eligibl...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, schools, municipalities, and faith-based entities to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote significant social change, advance equity, encourage sustainability, and identify unm...

GrantWatch ID#: 217688

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of arts and culture, humanities, health, education, human services, and religion. The grant program seek...

GrantWatch ID#: 220265

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits to Benefit Eligible Areas

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of health, education, arts and culture, humanities, human services, and reli...

GrantWatch ID#: 220266

Grants to Illinois Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations, Schools, and Agencies for Aftersch...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit and faith-based organizations, schools, and qualifying government agencies for afterschool programming in eligible regions. Funding is intended to assist in strengthening and sustaining afterschool initiatives that support families, ch...

GrantWatch ID#: 223984

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for Religion-Based Programming

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities for programs related to religion. Funding is intended for projects that help residents explore and discuss how religion impacts their lives. Programs may...

GrantWatch ID#: 231964

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit People With Disabilities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and schools in eligible communities for programs that assist individuals with developmental disabilities. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life of people with de...

GrantWatch ID#: 174125

In-Kind Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Promote Tourism and Commerce in E...

Deadline: 11/01/26

In-kind grants to Texas nonprofit and charitable organizations, government agencies, schools, and religious organizations to promote tourism and increase commerce in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that help to increase revenues within the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 174599

Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Children and Youth

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Texas nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, government agencies, and K-12 schools for programs that benefit children and youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support special projects that address critical needs. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 177899

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Schools, Faith-Based Entities, and Agencies to Enhance the Qualit...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based entities, and government agencies in eligible areas for programs that enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to respond to community needs. Past grants have supported prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 178285

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Projects Focused on Children, Education, and Religion

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to meet community needs. Funding is intended to improve the lives of underserved populations. Focus areas include children, education, and faith-based services. Preference will be given to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 178884

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits for Programs that Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations for programs that improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is available for programming, operating, and capital grants. Funding is intended for the areas of education, the environment, neighborhood revitali...

GrantWatch ID#: 179546

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies in Multiple States to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, tribes, and religious organizations for programs and services to benefit New England residents. The Foundation's three primary foc...

GrantWatch ID#: 179811

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs that benefit local residents. Applicants should contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities and projects within the focus areas of education, social service...

GrantWatch ID#: 181696

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, Faith-Based Organizations, and Schools to Benefit Residen...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government entities, faith-based organizations, and schools in eligible areas for projects and programs to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for activities that will have a positive and meaningful impact on the co...

GrantWatch ID#: 191913

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs that Benefit Local Youth in ...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and faith-based entities for programs and projects that benefit youth in eligible regions. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Priority funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 192460

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits, Healthcare Providers, and Schools to Improve Health Outcomes

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, faith-based entities, veterans' groups, and schools to improve health outcomes. Funding is intended to build capacity or enhance services, in alignment with the Foundation's strateg...

GrantWatch ID#: 196876

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based entities, and schools to meet community needs in eligible counties. Applicants must submit a letter of interest before applying. Community improvements in the areas of ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 199781

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Projects to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based organizations, schools, and park districts for projects and programs to benefit residents in eligible regions. Previously funded projects include scholarships funding, supplies for a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201340

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs and projects in eligible regions to benefit local residents. Applicants should address the issues emphasized in the Foundation's mission statement. Funding is intended to support projects in a variety of fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 210228

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life of Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects that address community needs and improve the quality of life for residents. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 212516

Grants to Colorado Nonprofit Religious, Medical, Educational, and Charitable Institutions for ...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Colorado nonprofit religious, medical, educational, and charitable institutions for community benefit projects. Focus areas for funding include health, human services, religion, environment and animals, education, and arts, culture, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220214

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for charitable programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of education, health, arts and culture, humanities, environment, animals, human services, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220291

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, schools, government agencies, and faith-based entities for programs and activities that enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address community needs, promote important issues, and assis...

GrantWatch ID#: 220774

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Residents in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities for programs that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of arts and culture, environment, community service and se...

GrantWatch ID#: 220775

Grants to Wisconsin K-12 Schools and Organizations for STEM-Related Activities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Wisconsin K-12 schools and organizations for STEM-related activities in eligible counties. Eligible projects focus on technology, literacy, engineering, math, or science, and should be part of an integrated project or activity. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 228076

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit and faith-based organizations, schools, and government agencies in eligible locations for innovative projects and programs that address the needs of the community. Applicants must meet with program staff prior to submitting an applicati...

GrantWatch ID#: 173455

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and Faith-Based Institutions

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programming and capacity-building activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to meet community needs, promote volunteer involvement, encourage collaboration, and strengthen organizatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 174058
GrantWatch Intelligence™ Uncover best-fit funders faster. Let GrantWatch Intelligence do the searching, so you can focus on applying. Try GrantWatch Intelligence →

How to Find & Apply for Nonprofit Grants in Your Area

Securing grant funding starts with identifying opportunities where your mission aligns with the funder's core objectives. Use the GrantWatch directory filters above to narrow your search by category, funding source, and deadline, covering education, healthcare, social justice, capital support, and operating expenses. GrantWatch.com provides subscribers with the most grants for nonprofits and small businesses, including funding for your nonprofit, 501(c)(3), NGO, education, religious or community organization, municipality, small business, individual, or tribal nation. Beyond grant search, GrantWatch is a full grant lifecycle platform, supporting every stage from prospecting through post-award reporting, with the Grant Prospecting Dashboard and Grant Funding Pipeline to track opportunities, GrantWatch Intelligence™ to uncover best-fit funders faster, and the AI Grant Writing Tool to accelerate proposal development.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to search or apply for grants on GrantWatch?

A free GrantWatch account includes newsletter updates, access to grant listings, and light use of the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, Claim Your Profile, and AI Grant Writing Tool features. To fully search, filter, and track grants as a serious grant seeker, a MemberPlus+ subscription is required. GrantWatch does not charge a fee to apply for a grant directly with a funding source, and never requires payment in exchange for a guaranteed award.

What types of nonprofit grants are available on GrantWatch?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for nonprofits across 61 categories, including Education, Health and Medical, Housing, Arts and Culture, Youth and At-Risk Youth, and Community Services, along with operating support, capital campaigns, and program expansion funding.

How often is the GrantWatch grant database updated?

GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.

Can newly formed 501(c)(3) organizations apply for these grants?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm whether your organization qualifies.