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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,481 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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3,481 grants found

Grants to Maryland Tech Entrepreneurs to Promote Business Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland technology start-ups and entrepreneurs to promote business development. Funding is intended to establish partnerships with individuals and to help them build successful and sustainable companies. The goal of the program is to assist the next gen...

GrantWatch ID#: 200307

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Cooperative Biological Infrastructure Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists associated with nonprofit IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for cooperative research related to biological infrastructure. Funding is intended for innovative and capacity-building collaborative research to build infrastructure for f...

GrantWatch ID#: 200323

Grants to Texas Businesses and Property Owners to Upgrade Commercial Buildings in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Texas businesses and property owners for structural and exterior enhancements to commercial buildings and properties in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for community beautification projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 200339

Grants to USA Service Members and their Family to Cover Airfare Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA injured, ill, or wounded service members and veterans and their loved ones to cover airfare expenses. The purpose of this program is to provide service members with the unique and critical support of being together with their loved ones. Grants may a...

GrantWatch ID#: 200475

Grants to Kentucky Low-Income Families to Help Pay for Childcare Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Kentucky low-income families to help pay for childcare services. Eligible recipients include but are not limited to working parents who earn a salary below the child care income limits, unemployed individuals, teen parents attending school or a GED progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 200549

Grants to Illinois Property and Business Owners, Tenants, Nonprofit and Private Developers, an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois property owners, tenants, business owners, nonprofit and private developers, and religious organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for expenses related to acquisition, construction, and pre-development such ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200613

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for 3D Computer Graphic Designs

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals studying arts engineering designs, computer graphics, animation, and designs. The purpose of the program is to encourage development and advancements in the 3D industry.

GrantWatch ID#: 200767

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Households in Eligible Locations for Utility Assistance ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Ontario households in eligible locations for utility assistance and energy-saving projects. Funding is intended to assist low-income residents with utility accounts that are in arrears, are at risk of disconnection, or are already dis...

GrantWatch ID#: 200768

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Textile Art Opportunities for Children

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $250 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to support textile art opportunities for children. Funding may be used for yarn, looms, bobbins, shuttles, beaters, and a stipend for the teaching artist. Funding is intended to provide training to teach...

GrantWatch ID#: 200769

Grants to Maryland Artists, Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Schools for Arts Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 and grants of up to $4,000 to Maryland individual artists, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, institutions of higher education, and schools for arts programming. Funding is intended for arts-related programs, events, and activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 200794

Vouchers to Nevada Children to Attend Jewish Early Education Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Vouchers to Nevada children to attend Jewish early education programs for the first time. The purpose of the program is to provide a financial incentive for families to enter their young children into toddler, infant, and preschool Jewish education programs. Vouch...

GrantWatch ID#: 200838

Grants to Ontario Landowners to Help Prepare Properties for Industrial Investments

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario owners of public and private industrial properties for activities that help prepare the land for potential investments. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist industrial landowners ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200848

Technical and Financial Assistance to USA Agencies and Tribes to Protect Land and Infrastructu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Technical and financial assistance to USA and territories governmental and tribal agencies to protect land and infrastructure following a natural disaster. Private and public landowners may apply with a project sponsor. Funding is intended to help communities reco...

GrantWatch ID#: 200893

Grants to Alabama Low-Income Households for Energy-Saving Home Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alabama low-income households for energy-saving home improvement projects. The purpose of funding is to reduce energy bills and improve energy efficiency for families, with an emphasis on families with young children, elderly residents, and individuals w...

GrantWatch ID#: 201053

Opportunity for USA Veterans to Participate in a Business Development Training Program

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA veterans to participate in a business development training program. Successful applicants will participate in the program at no cost to themselves, including travel costs and lodging. Programs consist of an online portion and an in-person resid...

GrantWatch ID#: 201071

Grants to Pennsylvania Families to Cover Medical Expenses for Children With Physical Differe...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania families to cover medical expenses for children with physical differences. Funding is intended for travel costs and indirect and direct medical expenses. In previous years, grants have been awarded to build lifts for a child with mobility is...

GrantWatch ID#: 201097

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals to Address Specific Needs of Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Pennsylvania individuals to address specific needs of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support children with critical needs, including but not limited to, medical, physical, social, and educational needs. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 201098

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals With Cystic Fibrosis in Eligible Locations for Medical and ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals with cystic fibrosis in eligible locations for medical and other essential expenses. Funding is intended to cover the cost of items and services that will improve or enhance the individual's quality of life. Applicants must obtai...

GrantWatch ID#: 201102

Grants to Pennsylvania Residents in Eligible Counties to Cover Dental Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania residents in eligible counties to cover dental expenses. Funding is intended to cover the costs of dental work for local residents who are unable to afford it. The program is in recognition of the local dental hygienists association. Applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 201105

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals for Educational Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals for educational costs. Funding is intended to cover educational expenses for men up to the age of thirty. Individuals may apply as well as court officials or caseworkers on behalf of the young man. Funds must not benefit any part...

GrantWatch ID#: 201109

Financial Assistance to Pennsylvania Families in Eligible Locations to Support Dependent Child...

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance to Pennsylvania families in eligible locations to support dependent children with special needs. Funding is intended to support families with minor or adult children with special needs that have occurred as a result of long-term illnesses or i...

GrantWatch ID#: 201111

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals in Eligible Locations to Support Family Members With Dement...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals in eligible locations to support family members with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Funding is intended to cover the costs of home care assistance, including in-home aides, care companions, and other providers of respite care. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201112

Grants to Pennsylvania Undergraduate College Students in Eligible Locations for Unexpected Fin...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania undergraduate college students in eligible locations for unexpected financial concerns. Funding is intended to support students for expenses other than tuition. Eligible expenses include books, transportation, uniforms, living expenses, chil...

GrantWatch ID#: 201114

Grants to Pennsylvania Residents in Eligible Locations for Animal Welfare

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Pennsylvania residents in eligible locations for animal welfare. Funding is intended to cover veterinary costs for animals facing life-threatening situations. Owners may apply when they are unable to afford veterinary expenses for their a...

GrantWatch ID#: 201116

Grants to Delaware Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals for Conservation Projects in Eligi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Delaware nonprofit organizations, for-profit companies, trade associations, individuals, and private foundations for a range of conservation programs and projects in eligible areas. Funding is intended for environmental activities within th...

GrantWatch ID#: 201267

Grants to Individuals in Eligible Locations to Cover Expenses Related to Cancer Treatment and ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts individuals in eligible locations to cover expenses related to cancer treatment and care. Funding may be requested to help meet cancer patients' immediate needs such as medication and equipment as well as integrative cancer therapies. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 201285

Grants to Rhode Island Artists to Support Public Tours of Art Studios

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $750 to Rhode Island groups of artists to support tours of art studios. Eligible expenses include paying participating artists, marketing, presentation, production, and reasonable administrative expenses necessary for carrying out the project. Tours must...

GrantWatch ID#: 201387

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Residents for Landscaping Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, public agencies, schools, businesses, and residents for landscaping projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to provide pollinator habitat, expand plant communities, and prevent stormwater pollu...

GrantWatch ID#: 201466

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals for Public Chamber Musi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals to participate in events celebrating music. Funding is intended for participatory events that bring people together to play and listen to chamber music. Events must be open to the...

GrantWatch ID#: 201530

Grants to South Carolina Individuals Working in the Hospitality Sector in Eligible Areas for U...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to South Carolina individuals in eligible areas for urgent financial assistance. Interested applicants must fill out a preliminary form in order to apply. Funding is intended for individuals in the hotel or restaurant industries who are in crisis due to a d...

GrantWatch ID#: 201702

Grants to Yukon Residents and Nonprofits for Professional Development in the Film, Digital Con...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Yukon residents and nonprofit organizations for professional development in the film, digital content, and television industries. Funds are available for training in the areas of marketing, post-production, pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 201772

Financial Assistance to USA and Canada Jewish Teenagers to Offset the Costs of Summer Programs...

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial Assistance of up to $3,000 to USA and Canada Jewish teenagers to offset the costs of summer programs in Israel. Funding is intended to assist Jewish high school students in participating in an impactful, transformative experience in Israel over the summe...

GrantWatch ID#: 201779

Grants to Florida Property Owners to Renovate Commercial and Residential Buildings

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Florida property owners in eligible locations for structural and site improvements that enhance residential and commercial properties. Funding is intended for the renovation and exterior beautification of business buildings and historic h...

GrantWatch ID#: 201906

Grants to Maryland Commercial Property Owners and Business Owners to Renovate Storefronts and ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maryland commercial property owners and business owners in eligible locations to renovate and enhance storefronts and signage. Funding is intended to upgrade and improve the appearance of commercial and industrial areas. Eligible properties are located i...

GrantWatch ID#: 202212

In-Kind Support to USA Individuals for Programs and Projects that Benefit Young Burn Victims

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to USA children and youth for assistance following a burn injury. The purpose of the program is to facilitate burn care and improve the quality of life for pediatric burn survivors and their families. The program will also support summer camps that...

GrantWatch ID#: 202372

Grants to Illinois Food and Beverage Workers for Personal Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Illinois food service employees for urgent financial assistance. Funding is intended to assist individuals facing financial hardships in the wake of unanticipated events such as injury, illness, accident, natural disaster, or the death of...

GrantWatch ID#: 202382

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Graduate Students for Sensory Disorder Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International graduate students at accredited institutions of higher education for research related to sensory disorders. Funding is intended for a broad range of research projects, including but not limited to, causes and treatments, re...

GrantWatch ID#: 202396

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Scientists for Research Related to Lennox-Gastaut Syn...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $25,000, grants of $50,000, and grants of $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International scientists for research related to Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Unsolicited proposal...

GrantWatch ID#: 202400

Grants to Pennsylvania Business and Property Owners for Capital Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to Pennsylvania business and property owners in eligible regions for capital improvements. The purpose of the funding is to make enhancements to storefronts in commercial areas. Eligible applicants are those with...

GrantWatch ID#: 202430

Grants to New Mexico Residents for Disaster Relief and Recovery Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Mexico individuals in eligible locations for housing assistance in the wake of an unanticipated disaster or crisis. Funding is intended to help community members who face challenges and difficulties due to unforeseen circumstances, such as fire or fl...

GrantWatch ID#: 202603

Grants to Illinois Groups of Individuals for Collaborative Community Improvement Projects in E...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois groups of individuals for collaborative community improvement projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for resident-led activities that enhance local neighborhoods and connect people. Project...

GrantWatch ID#: 202606

Grants to Alberta Businesses and Individuals to Promote Food and Agriculture

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta for-profit agriculture-related entities and individuals to promote growth and business development. Funding is intended to advance the growth of food processors and bio-industrial processors. The goal of the grant program is to invest in projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 202695

Grants to Alberta Food Producers for Business Development and Market Growth

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta food producers and agriculture-based for-profits for business development efforts. Funding is intended to promote economic development through investments in projects, company growth, market expansion, and the creation of jobs in Alberta. This pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 202696

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Hospitality Industry Employees to Recognize Outstandi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Awards of up to $5,000 and awards of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International employees in the hospitality industry to recognize exceptional customer service. The purpose of the award is to honor front-line employees who improve the customer experience and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202742

Grants to Massachusetts Farmers to Retain their Land for Agricultural Purposes

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts farmers to enable continued use of their land for agricultural purposes. Funding is intended to protect productive agricultural farmland from developers and rejuvenate the state's agricultural industry. The program allows farmers to retain ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202790

Grants to Delaware Residents for Housing Projects and Energy Improvement Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

In-Kind services to Delaware individuals for housing roof repairs and replacements. Successful applicants will be provided with roof replacement or maintenance services. The purpose of funding is to assist underserved residents who have been unable to afford the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 202871

Financial assistance to California Households Facing Cancer Treatment Hardship

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance of up to $10,000 to California households in eligible regions that have been impacted by cancer. Funding is intended to mitigate financial hardship for individuals battling cancer and their families. Assistance may be used for rent, mortgage, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202878

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, Tribes, and K-12 Teachers for Field Trips ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, schools, hospitals, tribal governments, and K-12 teachers in eligible regions for nature field trips to benefit students. Funding is intended to cover the cost of transportation for...

GrantWatch ID#: 202999

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals, Agencies, Institutions, and Organizations for Animal Wel...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and Canada individuals, government agencies, institutions, and organizations to promote animal welfare research. Funding is intended to cover the processing and publication expenses for scholarly, open-access, peer-reviewed articles. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203209

Grants to USA Employees in the Hospitality Industry to Address Discrimination in the Workplace

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA employees in the hospitality industry for recovery assistance in the wake of discrimination in the workplace. Funding is intended for financial assistance, legal aid, job search help, and mental health support. The goal of the grant program is to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 203449
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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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