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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,571 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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3,571 grants found

Grants to Vermont Nonprofits and Municipalities to Rehabilitate Historic Buildings

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Vermont nonprofit and faith-based organizations, municipalities, businesses, and individuals to renovate and restore historic buildings. Funding is intended for capital projects that enable the public to use the state's historic structur...

GrantWatch ID#: 175084

Grants to Manitoba Arts Organizations, Artists, and Arts Professionals for PreK-12 School Prog...

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to Manitoba arts organizations, groups, artists, arts and cultural professionals, and Indigenous knowledge keepers for collaborative arts programs in PreK-12 schools. Applicants must register in the online portal system prior to applying. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 181020

Grants to USA Professional Writers for Financial Support During Times of Crisis

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to USA professional writers for critical financial support during times of economic difficulty. Funding is intended to assist journalists, poets, authors, translators, and playwrights who can demonstrate how the funds will help them address a short-term fin...

GrantWatch ID#: 198123

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Works Related to Historic America

Deadline: 10/05/26

Fellowships of $2,200 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for research, discussion, and the creation of works related to pre-twentieth-century American history, culture, and literature. Eligible applicants include filmmakers, performing artists, writers,...

GrantWatch ID#: 198537

Residencies for USA, Canada, and International Artists to Develop Their Artistic Abilities

Deadline: 10/05/26

Residencies for USA, Canada, and International artists to develop their artistic abilities. The opportunity is available to artists within the following disciplines: printing, book arts, and papermaking. In addition to a stipend, participants will have access to t...

GrantWatch ID#: 216927

Grants to USA Investigators at Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies for Research on Interventions Ad...

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to USA and territories investigators affiliated with nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and tribes for research on interventions addressing healthcare disparities. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 221121

Grants to USA Investigators at Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies for Research on Diseases that Im...

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to USA and territories investigators affiliated with nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and tribes for research addressing disease among the Latino and Hispanic populations. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be com...

GrantWatch ID#: 221133

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators, IHEs, and Biotechnology Companies for ...

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators, IHEs, and biotechnology companies to support research. Funding is intended to support the purchase of services and reagents from the funding source. Areas of focus for the current year include drug discoverie...

GrantWatch ID#: 221626

Grants to Colorado Individuals and Nonprofits to Address the Needs of Residents

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants of up to $3,500 and grants of up to $10,000 to Colorado individuals and nonprofit organizations to address the needs of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist people experiencing personal disaster, loss, or medical emergencies. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 225958

Opportunity for Montana High School Students to Join an Educational Program

Deadline: 10/05/26

Opportunity for Montana 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 applicants are...

GrantWatch ID#: 232143

Leadership Program and Scholarships for South Carolina High School Students

Deadline: 10/05/26

Opportunity for South Carolina high school students to participate in a leadership program in Washington, DC, and receive a $12,500 college scholarship. Applicants must be nominated by their school prior to submitting an application. Participating students will me...

GrantWatch ID#: 232179

Grants to California Nonprofits and Artists for Arts Projects in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 10/13/26 Conference Date: 10/05/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and artists for arts projects in eligible counties. Required registrations may take up to three business days to complete. Funding is intended to support the presentation or production of arts activities in a range of d...

GrantWatch ID#: 177939

Grants to Ontario Arts Nonprofits, First Nation Schools, and Individuals to Promote Collaborat...

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $15,000 and grants of up to $17,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations, First Nation schools, and individuals for projects that feature Indigenous arts and culture. The purpose of the program is to encourage the artistic collaboration of Indig...

GrantWatch ID#: 153147

Grants to Ontario Indigenous Artists, Nonprofits, and Groups to Support Indigenous Art

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants to Ontario Indigenous artists, organizations, and groups to support Indigenous art. Funding is intended for the development, creation, and presentation of artwork, and for events that bring artists together. Eligible disciplines include dance, literature, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 153148

Scholarships to Canada and International Individuals for Postgraduate Studies in the UK

Deadline: 10/06/26

Scholarships to Canada and International individuals who have completed an undergraduate degree to pursue studies toward a Master's degree at a UK university. This scholarship program is intended to assist rising leaders from around the world in developing profess...

GrantWatch ID#: 175165

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Groups, and Individuals for Music Work...

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations, groups, and individuals for workshops and music programs that provide coaching and support to eligible amateur musicians. Funding may be used only for educational chamber music programs and wo...

GrantWatch ID#: 180316

Grants to USA College Graduates, Professionals, and Graduate Students for International Study,...

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants to USA college graduates, young professionals, and graduate students for international exchange programs. Funding is intended to provide students with opportunities for research, study, and teaching in a wide range of disciplines. Program opportunities incl...

GrantWatch ID#: 186910

Grants to Minnesota Health Professionals to Repay Education Loans

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants to Minnesota health professionals in eligible fields to repay education loans. Funding is intended to assist licensed individuals who currently provide direct care to patients. Grantees must work in eligible locations or facilities for two or three years, d...

GrantWatch ID#: 193165

Grants to USA Professional Dancers to Assist with Expenses in Times of Financial Crisis

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and territories professional dancers for support in facing financial challenges caused by circumstances beyond their control. Eligible uses of funding include expenses related to food, housing, medical, transportation, and other essen...

GrantWatch ID#: 199210

Opportunity for USA Young Artists to Compete for Artistic Support

Deadline: 10/06/26

Opportunity for USA young artists to compete for a cash prize and in-kind support in a variety of disciplines. The goal of the program is to identify outstanding young artists and encourage their development in the following disciplines: film, jazz, classical musi...

GrantWatch ID#: 211118

Grants to California Nonprofit Organizations andResearchers Affiliated with Universities for R...

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and researchers affiliated with universities for research projects related to democracy and governance in eligible regions. Funding is intended for studies that utilize data to develop evidence-based solutions. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217131

Grants to Illinois Early-Career Teachers at Rural K-12 Schools

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of $200 to Illinois early-career teachers at rural K-12 schools in eligible locations. The purpose of the grant program is to encourage quality teaching in rural communities and mitigate future teacher shortages in the region. Eligible teachers are in their...

GrantWatch ID#: 223630

Grants to Illinois K-5 Educators in Eligible Regions for Educational Projects

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of $500 to Illinois educators for grades K-5 in eligible regions for educational projects. Funding is intended for projects that enable elementary school teachers to enhance their classrooms. Eligible applicants must be teachers for kindergarten through 5th...

GrantWatch ID#: 223632

Opportunity for USA Students, Recent Graduates, and Young Professionals to Study Abroad

Deadline: 10/06/26

Opportunity for USA graduate students, recent college graduates, and young professionals to study abroad in France. The program is intended for applicants in the arts, humanities, social sciences, life sciences, and hard sciences. Applicants may seek affiliation w...

GrantWatch ID#: 231980

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Businesses to Join a Pitch Competition

Deadline: 10/06/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International small businesses to join a pitch competition. Awardees will receive cash prizes, expert feedback, and mentoring. This year's pitches must focus on scientific or engineering innovations, or healthcare-related devices a...

GrantWatch ID#: 232225

Grants to Ontario Arts Nonprofits and Minority Arts Curators for Exhibitions and Projects

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations and Indigenous or minority arts curators for exhibitions and other curatorial projects. Funding is intended to enhance the ability of the province's public galleries, artist-run centers, and other org...

GrantWatch ID#: 153154

Grants to Canada Artists and Arts Organizations to Support Traveling Exhibitions and Presentat...

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants to Canada arts organizations and groups, artists, Indigenous artists, and festivals for the exhibition and presentation of works and performances by Canadian artists. Funding is intended to support touring and exhibition activities that will build national ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177917

Grants to Virginia Educators for Special Projects to Enhance Student Learning and Success

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants to Virginia educators in eligible locations for projects to enhance student learning and classroom success. The purpose of funding is to make an impactful difference in the education of young people by encouraging creativity, curiosity, and success in the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 179579

Grants to British Columbia Entities for Arts Projects Promoting Diversity

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to British Columbia registered charities, nonprofit societies, co-ops, individuals, and First Nations Band Councils for artistic projects that promote equity and support diversity in eligible locations. First-time applicants must contact th...

GrantWatch ID#: 194282

Opportunity for a Canada Recently-Graduated Architect to Pursue an Internship Abroad

Deadline: 10/07/26

Opportunity for a Canada recently graduated architect to further their studies with an internship abroad. The winning applicant will receive funding and an opportunity to expand their knowledge of current architectural styles. Funding is intended to cover travel c...

GrantWatch ID#: 201337

Awards to Canada Individuals to Honor Oustanding Contributions to Canadian Heritage

Deadline: 10/07/26

Awards of $50,000 to Canada individuals in recognition of outstanding contributions to Canadian heritage. Two recipients will be honored: one for their work in the social sciences and humanities, and the other in the area of arts. The purpose of the program is to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210899

Award to a Canada Fine Craft Artist to Recognize Exceptional Contributions to the Field

Deadline: 10/07/26

Award to a Canada fine craft artist to recognize exceptional contributions to the field. Nominations will be accepted for artists and artisans working in beading, glass, book binding, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, furniture, or other fine crafts. Eligible nominees ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213385

Award to a Canada Early-Career Architect or Firm for Exceptional Potential in the Industry

Deadline: 10/07/26

Award of $50,000 to a Canada early-career architect or architectural firm to recognize exceptional potential in the industry. Eligible applicants are those who have completed their first built work. The purpose of the award is to enable the recipient to develop th...

GrantWatch ID#: 214347

Awards to Canada Artists to Honor Exceptional Successes in the Field of Visual and Media Arts

Deadline: 10/07/26

Awards to Canada artists and arts and cultural workers to honor exceptional successes in the field of visual and media arts. Eligible nominees have been recognized by their peers on an international, national, or regional level. Visual arts disciplines include pho...

GrantWatch ID#: 216978

Grants to USA Writers and Publishers in Multiple States for Literary Work

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA writers, small presses, and independent literary publishers in eligible states to support Southern literary traditions. Funding is intended to support creative literary work creation and publishing, community engagement, and professio...

GrantWatch ID#: 217834

Award to a Canada Architect or Architectural Firm in Recognition of Exceptional Contributions ...

Deadline: 10/07/26

Award to a Canada architect or architectural firm in recognition of exceptional contributions to the field. The purpose of the award is to honor a recipient who is in the early stages of his career, has exhibited noteworthy talents, and whose work indicates a prom...

GrantWatch ID#: 223977

Grants to Ontario Individuals in Eligible Locations to Support Arts Activities

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Ontario individuals in eligible locations to support arts activities. Funding is intended to benefit equity-seeking and Indigenous communities. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to: arts events, training, and services. Appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 226348

Grants to USA Writers in Multiple States to Develop Book-Length Manuscripts

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants to USA writers in multiple states to develop book-length manuscripts. Funding may be used for equipment, workspace, research, time replacement, and professional services. Writers must be located in one of the following states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Ken...

GrantWatch ID#: 231948

Opportunity for Missouri Youth to Participate in a Leadership Program

Deadline: 10/07/26

Opportunity for Missouri 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 hold leadership positions. Awardees will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to...

GrantWatch ID#: 232140

Grants to Ontario Media Artists and Directors for Innovative Artistic Projects

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, and grants of up to $40,000 to Ontario individual professional media artists or directors for innovative projects. Funding is intended for film, audio, video, new media, comedy, animation, drama, documentary, electr...

GrantWatch ID#: 154972

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Physicians to Create Cancer Research Programs

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career oncological faculty members at an academic medical institution to create an independent clinical cancer research program. Funding is intended to provide the grantee with the opportunity to devote time to a clin...

GrantWatch ID#: 174441

Awards to USA and Canada Early-Career Faculty Members for Parkinson's Research Projects

Deadline: 03/02/27 LOI Date: 10/08/26

Awards to USA and Canada early-career faculty members to conduct Parkinson's disease research projects. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for research studies that directly impact the understanding or...

GrantWatch ID#: 186990

Grants to Wisconsin Teachers in Eligible Locations for Innovative Educational Programs

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants to Wisconsin third through eighth-grade public or private school teachers in eligible locations for creative educational projects. Applicants must contact staff to receive an application. Funding is intended to support innovative learning and motivational a...

GrantWatch ID#: 192078

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Scholars for Research Related to Ed...

Deadline: 10/08/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International early-career scholars for research projects related to education. The purpose of the program is to fund proposals that make substantial academic contributions and advance the careers of recipients through professional ...

GrantWatch ID#: 193009

Grants to Ontario Teachers for Enrichment Projects for Middle School Students Facing Barriers ...

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants to Ontario public school teachers for projects to benefit middle school students in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to assist students facing multiple barriers so that they will graduate high school and continue on to postsecondary education...

GrantWatch ID#: 197503

Fellowships to USA Doctoral Candidates for a Professional Development Program in Education

Deadline: 10/08/26

Fellowships to USA doctoral candidates for a professional development program in education. Funding is intended for early career researchers pursuing research to improve the formal and informal education field. The fellowship includes retreats, networking, writing...

GrantWatch ID#: 198577

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals to Support Education and Learning

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, groups, and individuals to promote education and lifelong learning in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that address academic, athletic, and/or art le...

GrantWatch ID#: 200599

Grants to USA Young Adults Who Are Cancer Survivors for Assistance with Fertility Expenses

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA young adults who are cancer survivors for assistance with fertility and other family expenses. Funding is intended to assist cancer survivors in building their families through adoption, fertility treatments, or surrogacy. Applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215227

Grants to New York Property Owners to Renovate Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants to New York commercial property owners for neighborhood improvement projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to renovate vacant, unsafe, and blighted properties in downtown areas and turn them into usable spaces for business development opportuni...

GrantWatch ID#: 215506

Awards to Virginia PreK-12 School Staff for Contributions to Education

Deadline: 10/08/26

Awards to Virginia school personnel to recognize exceptional contributions to quality PreK-12 education. The award is intended to honor school staff in a range of positions, including but not limited to administrators, security personnel, skilled trade professiona...

GrantWatch ID#: 232068
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GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for individuals across 61 categories, including arts and culture, education, research, health and medical, and community service, along with fellowships, awards, and project-based funding.

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Yes. GrantWatch lists college scholarships and fellowship opportunities alongside grants for artists, researchers, and other individuals, covering undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral funding across a range of fields.

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Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Some grants require fiscal sponsorship through a nonprofit, while others accept applications directly from individuals. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm requirements.

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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.