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

Explore 612 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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612 grants found

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits and Charities for Programs that Benefit Youth and Children

Deadline: 11/12/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit and charitable organizations and schools for projects and programs that benefit at-risk children and youth, 18 and under, in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that directly support the health, education or soci...

GrantWatch ID#: 196301

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Leadership Training

Deadline: 11/12/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies in eligible regions for capacity building and leadership centered on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of community development, arts and culture, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 224392

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Library and Archive Services

Deadline: 11/13/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve libraries and library services. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support planning projects, nation...

GrantWatch ID#: 147018

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Professional Development for Library and Archives St...

Deadline: 11/13/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and state and local government agencies to enhance libraries through the professional development and training of library employees. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162207

Opportunity for Ontario Artists to Create Artwork to Be Displayed in a Local City Hall

Deadline: 11/13/26

Opportunity for Ontario organizations, artist collectives, and post-secondary programs to display artwork in eligible regions. Eligible types of exhibits include, but are not limited to, heritage exhibitions, art exhibitions, community storytelling exhibitions, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 220527

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies for Community-Based Arts Projects

Deadline: 11/14/26

Grants of up to $25,000 per year to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies for arts projects that engage and unify the community. Funding is intended for activities that promote economic development and community connectedness. Frequently ref...

GrantWatch ID#: 205757

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Recreational, Sports, and Cultura...

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipal and First Nations recreation authorities to enhance cultural, recreational, and sports opportunities for residents in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to encourag...

GrantWatch ID#: 163128

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research on Suicide

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International academic investigators for studies on suicide and suicide prevention. Some applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Priority will be given to proposals that address racial and ethni...

GrantWatch ID#: 163155

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Promote Social Justice

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that address social disparities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that fall into the focus areas of climate change and the environment, social justice, and democracy. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 176451

Grants to British Columbia Sports Organizations to Promote Women in Sports

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to British Columbia sports organizations to address gender disparities in sports. Funding is intended to promote balanced and equitable leadership for female coaches, officials, and organizational staff. Grants may be used for professional d...

GrantWatch ID#: 186095

Grants to Ontario, Idaho, North Carolina, Ohio, Utah, and Wyoming Entities to Benefit Local Co...

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants, in-kind support, and sponsorships to Ontario, Idaho, North Carolina, Ohio, Utah, and Wyoming nonprofit organizations, Indigenous communities, and social service organizations for projects to benefit local communities in eligible regions. Eligible organizat...

GrantWatch ID#: 215700

Grants to New York City Organizations, Theatre Companies, and Artist Collectives for Operations

Deadline: 11/17/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 199249

Grants to USA and British Columbia Nonprofits to Increase Access to Music Education

Deadline: 11/20/26

Grants to USA and British Columbia nonprofit organizations and schools in eligible regions to increase access to musical education for underserved students. Funding is intended to provide opportunities for students who are limited by geography, socioeconomic facto...

GrantWatch ID#: 199833

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

Grants to Delaware Nonprofits, Cities, and HOAs for Tree Management and Planting Projects

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Delaware nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and homeowner associations for tree management and planting projects. Interested applicants must host a site visit prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for projects that...

GrantWatch ID#: 179082

Grants to New York City Nonprofits for Operating Support

Deadline: 11/30/26

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 othe...

GrantWatch ID#: 222624

Grants to British Columbia Charities for Community Projects

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to British Columbia registered charities in eligible locations for community-based projects that enhance the lives of local residents. Funding areas of interest include health, education, addressing inequalities, and reducing hunger. Eligible projects are t...

GrantWatch ID#: 141371

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Activities to Advance Racial Equity and Econom...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for activities that further economic mobility and racial equity. First-time applicants must receive approval, and all applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 180278

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Projects that Improve Community Health

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to improve health outcomes for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects focusing on issues that influence health, such as socioeconomic status, social support networks, access to resources, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 181969

Grants to Massachusetts Artists and Nonprofits for Public Art Projects that Promote Spatial Ju...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Massachusetts artists, collaborations, and nonprofit organizations for public art projects that promote spatial justice. Funding is intended to support projects across the artistic disciplines that are accessible to the general public, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 191563

Grants to USA Researchers for Studies on Public Health and Policies that Impact Lung Health

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 per year to USA researchers affiliated with qualifying research institutions to conduct studies on public health and policies related to lung health. Funding is intended to support research and evaluation of current policies and programs as...

GrantWatch ID#: 192057

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits That Support Local Efforts to Improve Community Life

Deadline: 01/15/27 LOI Date: 12/01/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations that support local efforts to improve community life. The funding source prioritizes programs that cross economic, racial, and ethnic lines. Of special interest are projects focusing on public safety entities, animal r...

GrantWatch ID#: 217534

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Tax-Exempt Institutions for Programs that Strengthen Local C...

Deadline: 12/02/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and tax-exempt institutions, including government agencies, schools, hospitals, and religious institutions, for programs that foster strong, vibrant communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff...

GrantWatch ID#: 149937

Grants to Connecticut Agencies for Environmental Projects in Urban Settings

Deadline: 12/04/26

Grants to Connecticut municipalities and nonprofit organizations for environmental programs and community beautification projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that create, improve, or restore a community garden or urban gree...

GrantWatch ID#: 196781

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits, Schools, Churches, and Tribes to Address Food Insecurity and Hun...

Deadline: 12/09/26

Grants to Arizona nonprofit and tribal organizations, schools, and churches for initiatives in the focus areas of health, social justice, hunger, and food security in eligible counties. Funding is intended for a wide range of project types, including pilot project...

GrantWatch ID#: 218169

Grants to New Mexico Entities for Equitable Youth Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 02/26/27 Conference Date: 12/09/26 LOI Date: 01/12/27

Grants to New Mexico Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, municipalities, counties, nonprofit organizations, public preschools, K-12 schools, public school districts, and public colleges and universities for high-impact outdoor recreation programs serving youth age 18 and un...

GrantWatch ID#: 196631

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Enhance Minority Communities in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofits for activities that benefit minority communities and promote racial cooperation in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to enable people of every race, ethnicity, and background to...

GrantWatch ID#: 177578

Grants to USA Agencies and Individuals for Research Projects Related to Civility

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA agencies and individuals for projects and activities related to the study of civility. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of research and discourse, educational practices, and educational opportunities. The purpose of this ...

GrantWatch ID#: 199847

Grants to USA, Canada, and International NGOs for General Support for New Projects

Deadline: 12/20/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International non-governmental organizations for general support for new projects. Funding is intended to launch new projects, increase organizational capacity, and support grassroots initiatives that work towards positi...

GrantWatch ID#: 230889

Grants to USA, Canada, and International NGOs for General Support for Existing Projects

Deadline: 12/20/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International non-governmental organizations for general operating support. Funding is intended to increase organizational capacity and to strengthen grassroots initiatives that work towards positive environmental, socia...

GrantWatch ID#: 230894

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Support Children and Families

Deadline: 12/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to support children and families. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the areas of interest, including but not limited to health, mental health, economic mobility, workf...

GrantWatch ID#: 222222

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Strengthen the USA-Israel Relationship, Instill Jewish Pride, and...

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to strengthen the relationship between the USA and Israel, to instill pride in the Jewish people, and to combat discrimination, hatred, and bigotry. Interested applicants must contact program staff before submitting a full pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 171991

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Meet the Needs of Women and Girls

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of women and girls in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and projects, education-focused activities, capacity-building requests, and research. The grant program aims to...

GrantWatch ID#: 184588

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Companies, and Individuals for Projects that Address Real Esta...

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, companies, and individuals for activities that address real estate sector concerns. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: education, research, diversity, and sustaina...

GrantWatch ID#: 210977

Grants to USA Individuals for Environmental Initiatives in Real Estate

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individual real estate managers, building owners, tenants, residents, students, and academic faculty for projects that improve the environmental performance of commercial real estate. Funding is intended to advance sustainability and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210979

Grants to USA Researchers for Studies in the Area of Real Estate Management

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA individual researchers, academic institutions and associations, corporate partners, and workforce development partners for studies in the area of real estate management. Funding is intended to generate practical knowledge that helps ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210980

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Programs in Education, Health, Human Services, Community...

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that positively impact local communities in eligible regions. Priority is given to programs that assist underrepresented, underprivileged, and underserved children and famili...

GrantWatch ID#: 221093

Grants to New York Nonprofits to Benefit Children and Youth With Disabilities

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for projects that benefit children and youth with disabilities. Funding is intended for activities and programs that demonstrate inclusiveness, community, and the ability to make an impact. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222252

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Address Food Insecurity

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit and grassroots organizations to address food insecurity in eligible locations. Funding is intented to strengthen local food networks. The grant program aims to change systems and dismantle the structures that have created disparitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 227587

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Charities, and Groups to Address Community Inequities

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, registered charities, and groups to address inequities in the community in eligible regions. The purpose of funding is to create events and activities that encourage community involvement and promote inclu...

GrantWatch ID#: 228499

Grants to Washington Nonprofits to Improve Internet Connectivity

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to improve internet connectivity. Funding is intended to promote digital equity, provide affordable internet, and ensure that all residents have access to the opportunities that come with a connect...

GrantWatch ID#: 231793

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Institutions to Improve the Quality of Life in El...

Deadline: 01/01/27

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and religious and educational institutions for programs and projects that improve the quality of life in eligible regions. Applicants must contact staff and submit a preliminary application prior to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175210

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Promote Equity and Improve the Quality of Life for Residen...

Deadline: 02/01/27 LOI Date: 01/01/27

Grants of up to $25,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations to promote equity and improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Focus areas include health and human services, commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 178051

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Programming and Operational Support

Deadline: 01/01/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programming and general operations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to assist nonprofits in providing services that help to identify and address the root c...

GrantWatch ID#: 178900

Grants to Texas Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and Neighborhoods in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 01/01/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations, community groups, and public institutions to benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support vulnerable residents, develop underse...

GrantWatch ID#: 181267

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Programs that Provide Equal Access to Education

Deadline: 01/01/27

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that promote equal access to high-quality education in eligible regions. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. The Foundation accepts requests to pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 197815

Grants to California and Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Increase Environmental Adaptability

Deadline: 01/05/27

Grants to California and Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to increase environmental resilience in eligible communities. Applicants are advised that required registration may take several days. The funder is particularly interested in solutions for recycling an...

GrantWatch ID#: 220357

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 01/05/27

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in eligible areas. Applicants are advised that required registration may take several days. Focus areas include education, homelessness prevention and intervention, visual and performing arts,...

GrantWatch ID#: 220359
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