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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 USA Nonprofits to Reduce Social Inequality and Promote Environmental Solutions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to reduce social inequality and promote environmental solutions. Eligible programs will address the areas of racial, economic, and environmental justice, including addressing wealth gaps, access to capital, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 123756

In-Kind Donations to USA Schools and IHEs in Multiple States to Advance Digital Equity for Stu...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of technology and internet service to USA schools, colleges, and universities in multiple states to advance digital equity for students. Eligible applicants are located in the funding source's service area in the following states: Alabama, Alaska...

GrantWatch ID#: 126950

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Improve Communities and Neighborhoods in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to strengthen communities and promote social justice in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the focus areas of community revitalization, economic and educational opportunity, and public ...

GrantWatch ID#: 130997

Grants to USA and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and agencies for initiatives to benefit families, children, and communities. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Focus areas include early care ...

GrantWatch ID#: 133552

Grants to Ohio Non-Profits, Schools, and IHEs for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, academic institutions, and schools for programs that address drug abuse and behavioral health problems in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that promote social conne...

GrantWatch ID#: 133830

Grants and In-Kind Volunteer Support to Hawaii Organizations to Benefit Women and Children

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Hawaii organizations in eligible regions for community projects to benefit local women and children. Funding is intended to enhance the educational, professional, and political status of women and girls through direct financial progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 150158

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Address Poverty and Promote Economic and Social...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to address poverty and promote economic and social justice. Eligible applicants must serve communities in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tenness...

GrantWatch ID#: 154507

Grants to Maine Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Health and Health Equity Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maine nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal governments, and educational institutions for projects related to health and health equity. Funding is intended for the implementation of unique approaches to projects already un...

GrantWatch ID#: 155756

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Community Benefit and Environmental Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs to benefit communities in the funding source's service area. Focus areas include the environment, environmental education, workforce, skills development, and causes important to the local commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 156969

Grants to Missouri and Kansas Nonprofits for Capital Expenses, Programs, and Capacity Building

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Missouri and Kansas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capital expenses, specific programs, and capacity-building efforts. Focus areas include social services, education for underserved youth, Jewish organizations, healthcare, business edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 160023

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs, events, and activities that benefit the community. Priority will be given to grants in the areas of education, arts and culture, diversity, environment, and workplace training related...

GrantWatch ID#: 160451

Grants to USA and International Nonprofits and For-Profits for Social Change

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and International nonprofit and for-profit entrepreneurial enterprises for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals, benefit ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161348

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Assist Older Women and Gender-Expansive People...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs to assist women ages 40 or older and gender-expansive people to re-enter the workforce and overcome societal barriers. Applicants must submit an information form before being invited t...

GrantWatch ID#: 161420

Grants to Maryland and Israel Nonprofits to Promote Human Rights and Social Justice

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland and Israel nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that promote human rights and social justice in eligible regions. Local funding is intended to support a wide range of projects in one of the following focus areas: educational opportu...

GrantWatch ID#: 162198

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies for Research Addressing Equit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research programs that address equitable healthcare policies and practices. A letter of inquiry is required before being invited to submit a full grant proposal. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 162242

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic, Environmental, and Social Justice Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community programs and initiatives that promote environmental, economic, and social justice. Grants may be used for projects, general support, and collaborative efforts, as well as to build capacity for organizations worki...

GrantWatch ID#: 162470

Grants to New York City Social Justice Nonprofits Requiring Immediate or Emergency Funding

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $2,500 to New York nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to respond to immediate opportunities and critical threats. Funding is intended to support organizations as they develop a course of action due to an unanticipated shift in the political la...

GrantWatch ID#: 162525

Grants to USA Grassroots Social Change Organizations in Eligible States to Respond to Unexpect...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA grassroots social change organizations in multiple states to respond to unexpected crises or opportunities. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is available for both rural and urban o...

GrantWatch ID#: 163455

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects that Advance Social and Economic Justice

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for social justice programs and activities. Funding is intended to advance social and economic justice while supporting the foundation's legacy of socially conscious musical plays and songs. Activities must ful...

GrantWatch ID#: 164072

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut Nonprofits to Benefit Local Residents ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and organizations serving the community in the following focus areas: education; basic needs and commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 164534

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Community-Based Environmental Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA community groups and nonprofit organizations in eligible states to support new or existing environment-related projects. Funding may be used for a wide range of community-based initiatives. Eligible applicants are located in Connectic...

GrantWatch ID#: 165094

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and CBOs for Projects that Create and Enhance Inclusiveness withi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Alberta nonprofit societies, charitable organizations, and grassroots groups for projects that benefit the local community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that help to create a sense of inclusiveness in the community...

GrantWatch ID#: 165322

Grants and In-Kind Services to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind services to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations working to benefit communities where the funding source operates. Priority areas of funding include economic and workforce development, safety, environmental stewardship, STEM and energy education...

GrantWatch ID#: 166401

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Promote Health Equity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and local government entities in eligible regions for projects, operating support, and capacity building. Funding is intended for organizations working to advance health equity. Eligible applicants prov...

GrantWatch ID#: 166488

Grants to California Organizations to Improve Healthcare Delivery for Low-Income Populations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California organizations to improve healthcare delivery for impoverished populations. Certain applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to improve systems of care for state residents, with an emph...

GrantWatch ID#: 166552

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs that Promote Mental and Emotional Health in Eligi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that promote mental and emotional health and well-being for residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for the development and creation of continuous and equitable opportunities to acc...

GrantWatch ID#: 166658

Grants to Canada Charitable Organizations and Municipalities for Programs Related to Physical ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada charitable organizations and municipalities for community programs related to physical and mental health. Funding is intended for programs that will improve community wellness and make a positive impact. Philanthropic support focuses on health, wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 167087

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Individuals to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA, Canada, and International grassroots nonprofit organizations and individuals to advocate for disadvantaged children and youth in eligible regions. Funding is intended for small, innovative organizations that address the needs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167614

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits For Programs to Improve the Health and Well-Being of Residents in El...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations for programs to improve the health and well-being of local residents in eligible areas. Eligible programs should be designed to increase economic, social, and environmental equity by addressing the social determinants of heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 173232

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Civil and Human Rights Initiatives

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for social change initiatives. Funding is intended to promote community involvement in civil and human rights issues. Funding may address a wide range of topics, including but not limited to health, housing,...

GrantWatch ID#: 173683

Grants to California Nonprofits to Advance Health Equity in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations for projects and events that promote health equity in eligible areas. Eligible requests may include but are not limited to health fairs, annual fundraisers, and community health projects. New applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173739

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and Public Agencies to Promote Health Care Equity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and public agencies for programs and projects that aim to improve the health of local residents. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full grant proposal. Funding is spe...

GrantWatch ID#: 173890

Grants to Arkansas Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs for Programs that Promote Equity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Arkansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and institutions of higher education for programs and activities that promote equity for residents statewide. Funding is intended for bold ideas and community leadership that expand opportun...

GrantWatch ID#: 174049

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Individuals for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, groups, and individuals in eligible locations for projects that benefit the community. Applicants may request funding to support social, recreational, and cultural programs; travel; and festivals and use of facilities. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 175533

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to nonprofit organizations in multiple states to improve the local quality of life. Organizations must be invited by the funding source's representative in order to apply. Priority will be given to proposals with a focus on community and economic developmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 175828

Grants to British Columbia Organizations in Eligible Regions for Activities that Benefit Local...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to British Columbia organizations, educational institutions, and individuals in eligible regions for programs that benefit local communities. Preference is given to programs that promote volunteer participation and that do not duplicate serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 177290

Grants to Delaware Educators and Organizations for Holocaust Studies

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Delaware educators and organizations for one-time educational opportunities related to Holocaust studies. Funding is intended to promote continued Holocaust education, raise awareness about the consequences of hatred and discrimination, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 177365

Grants to British Columbia Organizations and Individuals for Charitable Legal Services and Act...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia organizations and individuals to benefit communities throughout the province by providing legal education, legal aid, legal research, and other law-related activities. All projects must be culturally sensitive, respect diversity, and dem...

GrantWatch ID#: 178712

Grants to Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey nonprofit organizations to benefit residents of communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include community services, education and leadership development, affordable housing, revital...

GrantWatch ID#: 179085

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in areas that include, but are not limited to, health, affordable housing, education, youth, civic engagement, culture, environment, and soc...

GrantWatch ID#: 179661

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Programs, Projects, and Capital Support to Dev...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for activities in the areas of workforce, economic development, neighborhood revitalization, arts and culture, and learning through play. Funding may be used for projects located in regions where the funding...

GrantWatch ID#: 180060

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Inequity and Racism in the Local Communi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and agencies to address inequity and racism in the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support activities in a range of focus areas, including education, the environment, health, the arts and soc...

GrantWatch ID#: 180512

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, NGOs, Institutions, and Individuals...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, NGOs, institutions, individuals, or collaborations between various entities to develop social impact projects. Finalists are given funding, publicity, and help with other resources in order to...

GrantWatch ID#: 180556

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Healthcare in Eligible Counties

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve health care and outcomes for residents in eligible counties. Applicants are required to submit a pre-proposal prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for a broad range of p...

GrantWatch ID#: 181751

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and Agencies Serving Eligible Counties to Improve Health Outcomes...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations and government agencies serving eligible counties to address health inequities and disparities. Funding is intended for programs and activities that align with the Foundation's mission of improving health outcomes with a f...

GrantWatch ID#: 181753

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits to Improve the Wellbeing of Refugees and Immigrants

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations for projects addressing issues facing refugees and immigrants. Funding is intended for projects that expand organizational capacity and advance social justice to improve the well-being of immigrants and refugees across the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182034

Grants to California Nonprofits to Advocate for and Protect Women's Reproductive Rights

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations that advocate for the protection of women's reproductive rights. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. The Foundation looks to support organization...

GrantWatch ID#: 182557

Grants to California Nonprofits for Legal Services and Advocacy for Immigrant Women Residing i...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs that address a wide range of issues facing immigrant women in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. The funding source supports initiative...

GrantWatch ID#: 182558

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for STEM Programs for Underserved Girls in...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for summer STEM programs for underserved girls in middle school. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. Programs should focus on low-income students...

GrantWatch ID#: 182559

Grants to California Institutions of Higher Education in Eligible Regions for Women's Studies ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California institutions of higher education in eligible communities to support existing or create new programs for women's, gender, or feminist studies. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 182560
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