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

Explore 8,673 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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8,673 grants found

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Help Companion Animals Find Loving Homes

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to support programs that help companion animals find and remain in loving homes. Funding is intended to help animal welfare organizations prepare foster, rescue, or shelter animals for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215927

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to support educational programming, promote services that help disadvantaged populations, address patient ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216368

Grants to New Mexico First Responder Organizations to Strengthen Capacity

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to New Mexico first responder organizations to strengthen capacity. Funding is intended for safety equipment, professional training, safety education, and other essential support for volunteer emergency response organizations. Priority is given to organizat...

GrantWatch ID#: 217989

Grants to Connecticut and Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Programs to Meet Community Needs

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to Connecticut and Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for initiatives to meet community needs. Funding is intended for programs to prepare adults and youth for academic and social success, support the arts and initiatives related to art, and promote healt...

GrantWatch ID#: 218376

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Individuals for Community Projects and Self-Fulfillment Ef...

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $50,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations and individuals in eligible locations for community benefit projects and higher education. Funding is intended to support capital maintenance projects, education and training, program expansion, and sci...

GrantWatch ID#: 218781

Grants to Northern California Nonprofits for Programs to Improve the Quality of Life of Senior...

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programming to improve the qualify of life for senior residents. Funding is intended for programs that address the independence, health, and social interaction of senior adults who reside in the northern region of C...

GrantWatch ID#: 219868

Grants to Texas Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Support a Range of Local Programs

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to support a range of local programs. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: arts, culture, and humanities, education, environment and animals, health, human services, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219874

Grants to California Catholic Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Benefit Children

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to California Catholic nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to benefit children. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: education, health, human services, and religion. Applicants must be charitable organizations o...

GrantWatch ID#: 219875

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide variety of projects and programs including arts and culture, education, health and human services, the environment, animals, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220215

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for a Variety of Charitable Purposes to Benefit the Local Comm...

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for a variety of charitable purposes to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote educational, literary, scientific, charitable, and religious purposes. Eligible or...

GrantWatch ID#: 220221

Grants to California Nonprofits to Benefit Christian Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $20,000 to California nonprofit organizations to benefit Christian residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support people in need such as elderly women, people with infirmities who do not have a support network, and other people in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220223

Grants to California and Nevada Nonprofits for Education, Health, and Human Services Programs ...

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to California and Nevada nonprofit organizations for education, health, and human services programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for capacity building, scholarships to allow children of low-income families to continue on to higher education, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 220226

Grants to California Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $6,000 to California nonprofit organizations for community benefit projects in eligible locations. Program areas may include arts and culture, health and human services, public benefit, education, religion, and the environment. Applicants must serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 220261

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Programs and Services to Benefit the Blind

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $20,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for programs and services that improve the quality of life for individuals who are blind in eligible regions. Funding is intended to uplift and assist blind and visually impaired persons and promote the...

GrantWatch ID#: 220286

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Support Environmental Sustainability, the Arts,...

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to support environmental sustainability, the arts, and education. Preference may be given to proposals that focus on animal welfare, particularly avian species, as well as initiatives that promote environmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 220299

Grants to California Nonprofits for Health and Human Services Programs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $30,000 to California nonprofit organizations for health and human services programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for charitable programs. Grant applications will be accepted at any time but will only be reviewed once per year. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 220333

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits that Provide Health Services

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations that provide health services. Funding is intended to benefit residents throughout the state. Proposals are welcome for initiatives in the following program areas: health and public and societal benefit. Applications...

GrantWatch ID#: 220350

Grants to Alabama and Texas Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of $5,000 to Alabama and Texas nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to address issues related to education, health, veterans, and basic needs. Grant f...

GrantWatch ID#: 222210

Grants to North Dakota, New Mexico, and Colorado Nonprofits to Encourage Entrepreneurship

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to North Dakota, New Mexico, and Colorado nonprofit organizations to encourage entrepreneurship. Funding is intended to establish or expand a steady income-producing effort that strengthens its long-term stability, while also creating avenues for work, lear...

GrantWatch ID#: 225275

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Benefit Local Communities in Eligi...

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local communities in eligible regions. Projects should fit in one or more of the focus areas of community service, economic development, education, youth, environment, and disaster re...

GrantWatch ID#: 225944

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Individuals to Support Community and Personal Needs

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and individuals in eligible locations to support community and personal needs. Funding is intended to support first responders, schools, community improvement, and community members facing unexpected hardships. Applic...

GrantWatch ID#: 228003

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Health and Wellness

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, religious organizations, and public agencies for programs and projects to promote health and wellness in eligible regions. Operating support can be requested. A portion of funding is set aside to support local cemeteri...

GrantWatch ID#: 229292

Grants to Kansas Nonprofit Healthcare Providers to Enhance the Quality of Medical Care

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to Kansas nonprofit healthcare providers to enhance the the quality of medical care in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support large and small healthcare-related initiatives. Preference is to provide funding to programs that serve residents in the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231036

Grants to Michigan Schools for Projects that Improve Learning Experiences for Local Youth

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $2,500 to Michigan public schools for activities that benefit local youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that improve the learning experience offered to young people. The funding source's mission is to improve the qu...

GrantWatch ID#: 135693

Grants to New York and Vermont Nonprofits for Programs to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to New York and Vermont nonprofit organizations for programs to address community needs in eligible locations. Areas of focus include the arts, children, general healthcare, and special healthcare initiatives. Funding is intended to benefit residents of the...

GrantWatch ID#: 140744

Grants to Minnesota Arts Nonprofits for Operating Support to Maintain Services, Programs, and ...

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit arts organizations in eligible counties for general organizational expenses. Funding is intended to help established arts organizations continue services and programs, meet their objectives, maintain their programs, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 141422

Grants to Texas Charitable Organizations for Programs That Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $25,000 to Texas charitable organizations for community benefit programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of humanities, culture, arts, education, and human services. Support may also be ...

GrantWatch ID#: 146897

Grants to Texas Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $25,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations for programs and services that benefit communities in eligible areas. Funding is provided for programs in a wide range of interests, including education, health, arts, assistance to needy children and adults...

GrantWatch ID#: 146899

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofit Organizations to Support Local Environmental Activities

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit and charitable organizations for projects that enhance the environment. Funding is intended for new or existing gardens, including planting, reconstruction, and equipment. Eligible funding will be used for projects that will benefit t...

GrantWatch ID#: 147149

Grants to North Carolina Volunteer Fire Departments for Capital Expenses and Equipment Purcha...

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $40,000 to North Carolina volunteer fire departments for capital expenses and equipment purchases. When scoring applications, consideration is given to the age and number of department vehicles, the type and price of equipment the applicant is requ...

GrantWatch ID#: 147568

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits to Promote Local Tourism and Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligib...

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $2,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations to strengthen the local tourism industry and enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support a range of activities and programs, including special events, tour...

GrantWatch ID#: 149614

Grants to California Nonprofits and Schools to Help Students Succeed in College

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and public and private schools in eligible communities to help students prepare for and graduate from college. Funding is intended for educational projects and programs that benefit K-12 students. Activities must take p...

GrantWatch ID#: 150488

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Schools, and Municipalities for Projects to Benefit the Local ...

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofits, school districts, and local governmental agencies for charitable programs that benefit the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that support education, healthcare, seniors and youth, and environmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 160383

Grants to Mississippi Nonprofits and Arts Agencies for Organizational Support

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Mississippi nonprofit organizations and arts agencies for organizational support. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to enable organizations to improve and expand programming and increase operationa...

GrantWatch ID#: 163595

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Help Adults and Youth Succeed in the Workplace

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations to help adults and youth succeed in the workplace. Proposals should focus on middle school to higher education students of all socioeconomic backgrounds. The goals of this grant program are college support, mentoring ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167137

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Human Services, Education, Arts, and Cultural Programs

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for charitable activities in the areas of arts, culture, education, humanities, and human services. Grants will support nonprofit programs aligned with th...

GrantWatch ID#: 168542

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Women and Girls

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and groups for projects that promote the well-being and economic self-sufficiency of local girls and women in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and activities that make a substantial contribution...

GrantWatch ID#: 169171

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs in Arts and Education

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for innovative initiatives to improve lives. Applicants must complete an eligibility form prior to completing the full application. Funding is intended for creative and innovative arts, education, and science programs or proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 169237

Grants to New York Nonprofits to Respond to Community Needs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $15,000 to New York nonprofit organizations to address urgent community needs in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for activities and projects that effectively a...

GrantWatch ID#: 169335

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits to Educate Communities About the Legal and Judicial System

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Kentucky nonprofit organizations for justice-focused projects and activities. Funding is intended to improve the public’s understanding of the legal profession and judicial system through programs and partnerships that help those in need. Grants will s...

GrantWatch ID#: 169572

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and Tribal entities for programs that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Some applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 171710

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Music and Music Education Programs

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Illinois nonprofit and public sector organizations, including school districts and IHEs, for music and music education programs or projects. Funding is intended for initiatives that enhance and promote organizations whose services benefit state residents...

GrantWatch ID#: 172886

Grants to USA Organizations, Agencies, and Individuals for Projects to Promote Rock Climbing

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to USA organizations, government agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that promote rock climbing. Applicants requesting large amounts or land acquisition support must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects to...

GrantWatch ID#: 172915

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $15,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible counties for abuse prevention, basic needs, education, health, and community programs. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173284

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits for Projects and Services that Benefit Communities

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations, including schools and IHEs, for a broad range of activities that benefit local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support activities in the areas of health and well being, education, economic growth...

GrantWatch ID#: 173526

Grants to Colorado Organizations for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado organizations for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to improve the quality of life for local residents. Preference will be given to proposals that enhance or encourage leadersh...

GrantWatch ID#: 173595

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs, capital projects, and operational support to benefit local residents. Focus areas include health, arts, culture, senior citizens, children, youth, families, animal welfare, agricultur...

GrantWatch ID#: 173955

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and IHEs for Programs and Projects to Benefit Residents in Eligib...

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and IHEs for programs and projects to benefit residents in eligible counties. Applicants must take an eligibility quiz prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of quality of life, educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 174132

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Address the Needs of Local Communities

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs and projects that meet the needs of local communities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support programs with educational, scien...

GrantWatch ID#: 174452

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations and government agencies to benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to address a wide range of human needs in the community. Grant funds must be used for projects serving residents and communities located ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174564
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