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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,572 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for individuals, including artists, teachers, veterans, musicians, scientists, inventors, entrepreneurs, farmers, homeowners, and students pursuing college scholarships and fellowships, operating in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives, updated daily.

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3,572 grants found

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Schools for Educational, Charitable, and Emergency Needs

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and emergency services to address the educational, charitable, and emergency needs of residents in eligible counties. Occasionally, support is also given to individuals experiencing personal hardship, medical e...

GrantWatch ID#: 228193

Grants to West Virginia Artists for Creative Arts Projects for Older Adults

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to West Virginia artists to implement creative arts projects that benefit older adults. Funding is intended for projects that provide sequential programming to the same group of adults. Projects may involve literary, media, visual, or perfor...

GrantWatch ID#: 228502

Grants to Kentucky Women Entrepreneurs and Educators for Career Development

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Kentucky women to promote career development. Funding is intended to assist female entrepreneurs, educators, and those working to promote the health and well-being of women. The grant program seeks to encourage the efforts of women residi...

GrantWatch ID#: 229184

Tax Credits to Maryland Homeowners to Apply Against the Real Property Tax Bill

Deadline: 10/01/26

Tax credits to Maryland homeowners of all ages to apply against the real property tax bill. The tax credits are intended to assist homeowners who qualify on the basis of gross household income. The credit shall be limited to the portion of the dwelling that is us...

GrantWatch ID#: 229214

Grants to Maryland Households for Rental Assistance

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 per year to Maryland individuals and families to assist with home rental payments. Funding is intended to help income-eligible households that pay rent and meet certain eligibility requirements. The dwelling may be any type of rented residen...

GrantWatch ID#: 229215

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Individuals, and Agencies for Community-Based Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Kansas nonprofit organizations, individuals, government entities, schools, and faith-based entities for community-based projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a variety of programs to meet charitable community needs. Elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 229224

Grants to Indiana Organizations and Individuals for Charitable Activities and Support

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Indiana organizations and individuals for charitable activities and support in eligible regions. Funding is intended for support for local families and individuals, youth programs, public and private school teacher support, and support for local organiza...

GrantWatch ID#: 229485

Grants to Alberta Individual Artists, First Nations, IHEs, and Nonprofits for Arts Activities ...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to Alberta individual artists, First Nations, IHEs, and nonprofit organizations for activities to promote the arts in eligible regions. Eligible uses of funds include festivals, events, programming, projects, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 230463

Grants to Manitoba Organizations and Individuals for Initiatives to Benefit the Public

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Manitoba organizations and individuals for initiatives to benefit the public in eligible communities. Funding is intended for a broad range of projects and interests, including recreation facilities, school playgrounds, community organizations, and museu...

GrantWatch ID#: 231264

Fellowship to a USA Individual to Work on Radio Show Production

Deadline: 10/01/26

Fellowship to a USA individual to work on the production team for a radio show. The selected fellow will become an integral part of the production team for their six-month term and will learn the ins and outs of producing a successful radio show. In addition to mo...

GrantWatch ID#: 231376

Grants to USA Early Career Professionals to Conduct Gynecologic Cancer Research

Deadline: 12/09/26 LOI Date: 10/01/26

Grants to USA early career professionals and junior investigators to conduct gynecologic cancer research. Applicants must submit an abstract prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support research projects pertaining to women's health and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 231423

Grant to a USA Senior Scholar to Coordinate an Academic Institute

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grant to a USA senior scholar to coordinate an academic institute. The applicant will organize a one- to two-week program addressing the issue of democracy from the perspective of marginalized communities. Participants will include PhD students, postdoctoral resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 231565

Grants to Illinois Dependents of Fallen Officers for College Tuition

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Illinois individuals for college tuition and fees at approved colleges. Funding is intended to assist the dependents of police and fire officers who fell or became disabled in the line of duty to attain higher education. Grant funds will pay both tuition...

GrantWatch ID#: 231761

Grants to Illinois Dependents of Fallen Correctional Officers for College Tuition

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Illinois individuals for college tuition and fees at approved colleges. Funding is intended to assist the dependents of correctional officers who fell or became significantly disabled in the line of duty to attain higher education. Grant funds will pay b...

GrantWatch ID#: 231762

Grants and In-Kind Support to California Residents to Manage Unwanted Tree Branches

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants and in-kind support to California residents in eligible regions to cut, trim, stack, and dispose of unwanted tree branches. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is available to senior, low-income, and d...

GrantWatch ID#: 231859

Grants to USA Early-Career Researchers for Vision Science Research

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA early-career researchers for research related to vision science. Funding is intended to provide opportunities for new investigators to explore innovative and novel research ideas. Grant funds may be used for research-related expenses, including staff...

GrantWatch ID#: 232014

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Researcher for Initial Vision Research Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grant of $70,000 to a USA, Canada, or International researcher for initial research projects in the field of vision science. Funding is intended to support new investigators and investigators who are returning to the field after an extended period of absence. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232015

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Retinal Researcher for Novel Discoveries

Deadline: 10/01/26

Award of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career researcher to recognize a novel technique, drug, or other discovery related to retinal health. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the award is to honor wo...

GrantWatch ID#: 232024

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Glaucoma Researcher for Novel Discoveries

Deadline: 10/01/26

Award of $12,000 to a USA, Canada, or International young researcher to recognize outstanding contributions in glaucoma research. The purpose of the award is to honor excellence in the development of novel technologies, concepts, and scientific discoveries. Their ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232025

Opportunity for Iowa Youth to Participate in a Leadership Program and Win a Scholarship

Deadline: 10/01/26

Opportunity for Iowa youth to receive undergraduate college scholarships of $10,000, interact with leaders in Washington, D.C., and experience the national government in action. High school juniors and seniors may qualify via previous civic leadership experience. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232117

Leadership Program and Scholarships for Oklahoma High School Students

Deadline: 10/01/26

Opportunity for Oklahoma high school students to participate in an educational leadership program in Washington, DC, and receive a $12,500 college scholarship. Participating students will meet high-level government officials, be instructed on the American politica...

GrantWatch ID#: 232173

Opportunity for South Dakota High School Students to Join an Educational Program

Deadline: 10/01/26

Opportunity for South Dakota high school students to join an educational program. Students will receive an undergraduate college scholarship of $12,500, interact with leaders in Washington, D.C., and experience the national government in action. Eligible applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 232184

Grants to Indiana Qualifying Homeowners for Tree Removal and Planting

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Indiana qualifying homeowners in eligible regions for tree removal and planting projects. Funding is intended for expenses related to high-risk tree hazard mitigation, tree removal, and tree planting. Eligible applicants must have property located within...

GrantWatch ID#: 232219

Grants to Massachusetts Artists for Projects and Community Engagement

Deadline: 11/06/26 Conference Date: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts individual artists in eligible locations for projects that engage the community and foster participation of all audiences. Eligible initiatives include but are not limited to arts projects for underserved communities, works...

GrantWatch ID#: 158597

In-Kind Grants to Pennsylvania Residents for Tree Planting Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 12/01/26 Conference Date: 10/01/26

In-kind grants to Pennsylvania individuals to support tree planting projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff in order to apply. Funding is intended for activities that improve the quality of life for residents and enhance the environme...

GrantWatch ID#: 169374

Grants to USA Journalists, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Health Care Journalism

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants to USA journalists, nonprofit organizations, and universities for independent projects that inform public understanding of the health care system. Funding supports investigations and educational reporting on affordability, access, care delivery, and health ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172656

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career and Graduate Student Psychologists to St...

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career and graduate student psychologists to pursue innovative study in the practice of psychology. Funding is intended for research of various approaches to the practice. In addition to the cash grant, recipients may...

GrantWatch ID#: 191536

Opportunity for USA Researchers and Artists to Participate in a Media Arts Residency

Deadline: 10/02/26

Opportunity for USA researchers and artists to participate in a residency program in media arts in New York. Participants will have the opportunity to create new work or continue ongoing projects. In addition to access to equipment, consultation, and facilities, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 206049

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Early-Career Psychologist to Address Suicide Among Af...

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grant of $9,500 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career psychologist affiliated with a nonprofit institution or government entity to address suicide among African-American youth and children. Funding is intended to support the education, practice, or resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 207359

Award to a Quebec Artist, Collective, or Organization to Recognize Inclusive Practices

Deadline: 10/02/26

Award of $10,000 to a Quebec qualifying artist, collective, or organization in eligible regions to recognize excellence in the implementation of inclusive practices. The award recipient is either from a culturally diverse or indigenous background, or serves underr...

GrantWatch ID#: 209874

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Students for On-Site Marine Research

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students and independent explorers for on-site marine research. Funding is intended for activities related to exploration, protection, and conservation that will improve the quality of life for pe...

GrantWatch ID#: 212955

Grants to Georgia LEAs to Promote Computer Science Education

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Georgia local education agencies to improve access to computer science programs. Funding is intended to support instruction, practice, and pedagogy to engage students in computer science education. The grant also aims to promote the use ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216150

Grants to Louisiana K-12 Teachers for STEM Programs

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of $500 to Louisiana teachers to promote K-12 STEM education. Funding is intended for classroom resources and materials that support lessons related to science, technology, engineering, and math. Grants can be used to assist teachers with STEM-aligned proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 216822

Grants to British Columbia Individuals, Groups, and Organizations for Arts and Heritage Projec...

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to British Columbia individuals, groups, and organizations for high-quality arts and heritage initiatives in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a range of activities, such as an art collective planning a public exhibition of their w...

GrantWatch ID#: 221915

Grants to British Columbia Arts Nonprofits, Artists, and Groups for Capacity Building Efforts

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to British Columbia artists, groups, and nonprofit arts, culture, and heritage organizations in eligible locations to strengthen capacity. Funding is intended to support strategic organizational development. Eligible applicants are those who...

GrantWatch ID#: 221922

Grants to British Columbia Artists and Organization Personnel to Promote Career Development

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to artists and staff members at arts, culture, and heritage organizations in eligible locations to promote professional and career development. Funding is intended to support and advance qualifying individuals, groups, and organizations that...

GrantWatch ID#: 221923

Awards to Maryland Entities to Recognize Traditional Art

Deadline: 10/02/26

Awards of $10,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, individuals, government entities, and IHEs to recognize achievements in traditional art forms. Awards will acknowledge long-term accomplishments focused on people, places, and traditions in community-based cul...

GrantWatch ID#: 223371

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Psychologist or Graduate Student for Psychology Resea...

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grant of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career psychologist or graduate student for psychology research projects related to individuals with disabilities. The purpose of the grant program is to support projects that address the stigma and pain ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 224521

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Surgical Oncologists for Innovative Cancer Research

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of $75,000 per year to USA, Canada, and International surgical oncologists for innovative cancer research. Funding is intended for patient-focused investigations and for research related to cancer of the appendix or pseudomyxoma peritonei that originates in...

GrantWatch ID#: 225610

Grants to South Carolina Individuals, Organizations, Churches, Charities, and Groups to Addres...

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants to South Carolina individuals, organizations, churches, charities, and groups to address the basic needs of local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to mitigate the effects of a catastrophic situation by providing essentials such as clothing...

GrantWatch ID#: 226356

Grants to Texas Students Involved in Theater for Attendance at a Theater-Related Event

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $300 to Texas students involved in theater for attendance at a theater-related event. Funding is intended to cover the cost of event registration fees. The goal of the funding program is to support theater students' growth and benefit their artistr...

GrantWatch ID#: 230877

Grants to South Carolina Commercial Property Owners for Facade Improvements

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to South Carolina commercial property owners for facade improvements to buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide range of exterior improvements, including lighting, doors, windows, awnings, and more. Eligible properti...

GrantWatch ID#: 231656

Opportunity for Hawaii Youth to Participate in a Leadership Program and Win a Scholarship

Deadline: 10/02/26

Opportunity for Hawaii youth to join a program to watch the national government in action and receive a scholarship. Eligible applicants are high school juniors and seniors who already maintain leadership positions. Awardees will receive an all-expenses-paid trip ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232112

Grants to Wisconsin K-12 Teachers for Innovative Educational Projects

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Wisconsin K-12 teachers in eligible communities for programs and projects to enhance student learning. Funding is intended for innovative and creative projects that build on existing programs and services or present out-of-the-box classro...

GrantWatch ID#: 232113

Opportunity for Illinois Youth to Participate in a Leadership Program and Win a Scholarship

Deadline: 10/02/26

Opportunity for Illinois youth to receive undergraduate college scholarships of $12,500, interact with leaders in Washington, D.C., and experience the national government in action. Eligible high school juniors and seniors may qualify through their own civic leade...

GrantWatch ID#: 232115

Grants to Minnesota K-12 Teachers for Classroom Projects

Deadline: 10/03/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Minnesota K-12 teachers for classroom projects and activities. Funding is intended to empower educators by supporting innovative and impactful educational projects related to financial well-being and life skill development. Grants must be...

GrantWatch ID#: 223227

Grants and an Award to California K-12 Teachers to Develop Agricultural Classroom Projects

Deadline: 10/04/26

Grants of up to $500, grants of up to $750, and one $1,000 award to California K-12 teachers to include agricultural education in their curriculum. Funding is intended to create new projects or to expand existing projects in the areas of science, outreach, nutriti...

GrantWatch ID#: 149415

Grants to Kansas Artists in Eligible Locations for Career Development

Deadline: 11/01/26 LOI Date: 10/04/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Kansas early-career artists in eligible locations for career development. Applicants must contact program staff and submit an intent to apply before submitting a full application. Funding is intended to assist artists in a range of artist...

GrantWatch ID#: 175690

Fellowships to Arkansas Individuals to Prepare Teachers for Teaching Positions

Deadline: 10/04/26

Fellowships to Arkansas individuals to enhance K-12 education across the state. Fellows will be placed in a paid teaching position and will receive stipends, as well as training and a teaching license. The purpose of this program is to recruit, train, license, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 177153

Leadership Program and Scholarships for Pennsylvania High School Students

Deadline: 10/04/26

Opportunity for Pennsylvania high school students to participate in a leadership program in Washington, DC, and receive a $12,500 scholarship for undergraduate study. Participating students will meet with high-level government officials, network with each other, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 232175
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