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

Explore 8,684 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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Grants to California Organizations to Benefit Residents and Improve the Community

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to California organizations for initiatives to benefit residents and visitors and improve the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support activities in the focus areas of community betterment, historical and cultural preservation, local be...

GrantWatch ID#: 145452
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations to enhance communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for proposals in the following areas of interest: environment, education, arts and culture, and community health and well-being. If a project has a capital c...

GrantWatch ID#: 146231
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Awards and Grants to Florida Individuals and Nonprofits for Outstanding Community Involvement

Deadline: 09/09/26

Awards and grants to Florida individuals and nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for exceptional contributions to the community. The award is intended to recognize a commitment to giving back and a history of volunteerism. In addition to celebrating grass...

GrantWatch ID#: 161425
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Grants to Alaska Nonprofits, Tribes, and Schools for Programs Addressing Community Needs

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Alaska nonprofit organizations, schools, tribes, and faith-based entities to address community needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a broad range of activities, such as arts and culture, environment, education, health and wellness, communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 173090
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Grants to New Brunswick Registered Charities and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Life for L...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to New Brunswick registered charities, government agencies, and schools for projects that enhance the quality of life for community members in eligible locations. Priority is given to projects in the areas of environment, health, education, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173299
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Programs to Benefit Animals

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations, agencies, and Tribes in eligible counties for programs and projects that promote animal welfare. Funding is intended to provide operating support for activities such as shelter and support to pets, wild...

GrantWatch ID#: 173778
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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Meet the Needs of Local Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of local communities within the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of community services, education, economic development, health and hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 174972

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: 10/07/26 LOI Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, municipalities, public schools, and government agencies to improve the lives of local residents in eligible locations. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 176494
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Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Host Sports Events in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations to host athletic events that benefit eligible communities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for new events as well as regional and local tournaments taking place in the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180525
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Grants to Rhode Island and Connecticut Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Life ...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Rhode Island and Connecticut nonprofit organizations and government agencies to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life and well-being of residents of communities served by the funding source. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 180766

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits for Projects that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 10/23/26 LOI Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for general operating support and projects to benefit local communities. Funding is intended to help local nonprofits build resources and strengthen capacity. Eligible applicants serve the residents and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182171
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of education, health, and cultural development. Eligible organizations are located ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182674
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Cities, Schools, Tribes, and Artists for New Artwork

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to California nonprofit and public organizations, municipalities, public schools, Tribes, and artists in eligible locations to produce new artwork. Eligible art fields include, but are not limited to, dance, film, graphic design, music, pain...

GrantWatch ID#: 191370
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Award to a Quebec Arts Nonprofit or Artist for Achievements and Diversity in Dance

Deadline: 09/09/26

Award of $10,000 to a Quebec nonprofit arts and cultural organization, artist, or arts collective in eligible areas to recognize excellence and diversity in dance. The award is intended to honor cultural diversity and contributions to the vitality of the local art...

GrantWatch ID#: 191946
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Grants to Vermont Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Tribes for Humanities Programming in Local C...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Vermont nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and tribes for new or ongoing humanities-related projects that benefit the public. Funding is intended to provide people with an opportunity to engage with the humanities in their communiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 194549
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Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and Agencies to Redevelop Abandoned Sites

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Connecticut municipalities, and municipal entities, including economic development agencies and Connecticut brownfield land banks to address abandoned and underused sites. Funding is intended for costs associated with the investigation, assessment, and r...

GrantWatch ID#: 204781
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Grants to Maine Nonprofits and Government Entities to Promote Arts Within the State

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations and government entities to promote the arts within the state. Funding is intended for arts education programming and activities that encourage public involvement. Applicants may apply for either project or general operating ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207731
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Grants to Canada Indigenous Individuals and Nonprofits to Promote Indigenous–Non-Indigenous ...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Canada Indigenous individuals and nonprofit organizations for activities to promote understanding and acceptance between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. Eligible individuals include artists, youth, educators, community leaders, Eld...

GrantWatch ID#: 212387

Grants to Georgia Local Agencies to Provide Housing for Working-Class Families

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

Grants to Georgia government agencies to provide housing for working-class families. Some applicants must submit a pre-application before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to assist communities with housing development to address a shortage of housin...

GrantWatch ID#: 214579
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Grants to Massachusetts Local School Districts for Student Educational Activities

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Massachusetts local school districts for activities that ensure quality educational learning environments for students. Funding is intended for programs that enhance learning conditions and safety; support the use of technology to enhance academic achiev...

GrantWatch ID#: 215452
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Grants and In-Kind Support to New Hampshire LEAs for Substance Abuse Prevention Activities

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants and in-kind support to New Hampshire local education agencies to implement or expand substance abuse prevention activities for students at risk. Applicants are required to view a webinar recording prior to submitting a proposal. In addition to funding, LEAs...

GrantWatch ID#: 216585

Grants to Georgia Agencies for Economic Development Projects

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

Grants to Georgia local and state government agencies in eligible counties for economic development projects. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a pre-application before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to assist communities in develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 217357
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Grants to New York Nonprofits for Arts Programming in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to New York nonprofit organizations for arts programming in eligible regions. Funding is intended for expenses related to artist and talent fees, space rental for arts and culture programming, marketing and communication costs, operating su...

GrantWatch ID#: 220129
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Grants to California Nonprofits for Initiatives to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Resid...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to California nonprofit organizations for initiatives to enhance the qualify of life for local residents in eligible locations. The purpose of the funding program is to identify needs in the community and determine how the underlying causes...

GrantWatch ID#: 221449
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Grants to Massachusetts School Districts for Student and Staff Support Services

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Massachusetts local school districts for student support services and staff professional development. Funding is intended to improve student education and provide equitable access to education and effective educators. Services must focus on students at l...

GrantWatch ID#: 229676
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Grants to Canada Charities for Programs to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to Canada charities for projects and programs to benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support a wide range of projects, programs, and activities that align with the eligible areas of focus, including educational advancement, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 230453
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Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and Municipalities to Address Abandoned Sites

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Connecticut municipalities, and municipal entities, including economic development agencies and Connecticut brownfield land banks to address abandoned and underused sites. Funding is intended for costs associated with the investigation, assessment, and l...

GrantWatch ID#: 231945

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Activities Related to Parks, Recreation, and Environment

Deadline: 10/09/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations for activities related to parks and forestry, the environment, and recreation and sports activities in eligible locations. Some applicants must submit a statement of interest before applying. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 138061

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Enhance the Lives of Residents

Deadline: 10/14/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit societies for programs and events that enhance the lives of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support ongoing operations or specific projects that respond to identified community needs. Applicants may appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 138359

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Enhance Public Recreational Areas

Deadline: 11/16/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal governments to enhance public recreational areas and facilities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support the creation...

GrantWatch ID#: 142984

Grants to Minnesota Public Schools for Arts Activities and Residencies

Deadline: 10/01/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to Minnesota public schools for arts-related activities and programs in schools in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that include, but are not limited to, field trips, artist residencies, juried student art exhibits...

GrantWatch ID#: 147581

Grants to Washington Agencies and Nonprofits to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 09/25/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Washington municipalities, public facilities districts, and nonprofit organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding may be used for the operation and marketing of festivals and special events and for capital expenses and the operation o...

GrantWatch ID#: 147645

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Programs that Improve Healthcare for Local Residents

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for programs that improve healthcare for local residents in eligible regions. All applicants are required to attend or watch an information session, and first-time applicants must contact staff to schedule a site visit pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 150055

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits to Build Capacity and Address Priority Needs

Deadline: 10/05/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to California nonprofit arts organizations in eligible locations to strengthen organizational capacity. New applicants and applicants who did not receive funding when they last applied must attend a workshop prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161971

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Promote Economic Empowerment and Racial Equity

Deadline: 09/25/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to promote economic empowerment and racial equity. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: community support, youth educational support, and community...

GrantWatch ID#: 162499

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Benefit Activities

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for a broad range of activities that enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of youth empowerment, health a...

GrantWatch ID#: 162571

Grants to Nevada Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 10/29/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Nevada nonprofits and local government entities for programs that foster the self-sufficiency and independence of residents in eligible locations. Funding is also intended for activities and events that promote community pride and cohesiveness or enhance...

GrantWatch ID#: 164174

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Reduce Racial, Economic, and Educational Inequities

Deadline: 09/25/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations to reduce racial, economic, and educational inequities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a variety of programs, including mentoring, educational programs for unemployed individuals, literacy ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169209

Grants to New Jersey Agencies, Nonprofits, Schools, and Tribes to Encourage Walking to School

Deadline: 11/13/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to New Jersey counties, municipalities, transit authorities, nonprofit organizations, school districts, schools, and tribes for projects that enable and encourage K-12 students to safely walk or bicycle to school. Applicants must participate in pre-applicat...

GrantWatch ID#: 170964

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits for Operational Support

Deadline: 09/30/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $7,000 to California nonprofit arts organizations in eligible regions to support organizational operations. Funding is intended to promote, connect, and invest in the arts with the goal of engaging communities, increasing access, and strengthening ...

GrantWatch ID#: 171973

Grants to Florida Nonprofits, Agencies, and For-Profits to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 11/20/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26 LOI Date: 10/13/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and businesses to promote tourism in eligible locations. Applicants must attend a grant workshop and submit an eligibility form, and returning applicants must contact program staff before applying. Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 172388

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Government Entities to Improve the Lives of Local Residents

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for a range of programs that will improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. Areas of focus include youth empowerment, health and safety, opportunity and ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 172779

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Arts and Theater Activities

Deadline: 10/21/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to support community arts and theater activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to encourage an appreciation of the arts in the region. This grant program is...

GrantWatch ID#: 173901

Grants to Vermont Municipalities for Development and Planning Projects

Deadline: 11/02/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Vermont municipalities and consortia for community improvement projects. Funding is intended for a range of activities related to planning, developing, and land use. Projects that promote Vermont's historic pattern of compact settlements surrounded by wo...

GrantWatch ID#: 174774

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Lives of Residents

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the lives of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of youth empowerment, health and safety, opportunity and access, and vibrant communities. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 176929

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs that Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of health and safety, youth empowerment, opportunity and access,...

GrantWatch ID#: 177712

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Arts Facilities

Deadline: 12/09/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible counties to support arts in the community. Grant funds may be used for capital projects such as facility improvements and for equipment purchases. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178334

Grants to Iowa Agencies and Nonprofits for Community Programs

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Iowa government agencies and nonprofit organizations for community programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide range of programs that improve the local quality of life, including vibrant communities, health and safety,...

GrantWatch ID#: 178752

Grants to North Carolina K-12 Schools for Educational Projects

Deadline: 10/08/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to North Carolina K-12 schools in eligible regions for educational projects. Funding is intended for high-impact projects in the disciplines of art, technology, science, language, literacy, wellness, and health. Eligible schools must be loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 179043

Grants to Ontario Nonprofit CBOs to Strengthen Neighborhoods

Deadline: 10/09/26 Conference Date: 09/09/26

Grants to Ontario qualifying nonprofit community groups for new initiatives that benefit communities in eligible locations. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended for community projects that strengthen neighborhoods...

GrantWatch ID#: 182145
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GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for nonprofits across 61 categories, including Education, Health and Medical, Housing, Arts and Culture, Youth and At-Risk Youth, and Community Services, along with operating support, capital campaigns, and program expansion funding.

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