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Explore 3,657 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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3,657 grants found

Rebates to Texas Residential Property Owners for the Planting of Trees in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 05/15/27

Rebates to Texas residential property owners for the planting of trees in eligible regions. The program provides a rebate to participants who purchase and plant qualifying trees. Eligible trees are those determined to be appropriate for the region's rainfall level...

GrantWatch ID#: 224617

Grants to New York Individual Artists, Groups, Nonprofits, and Schools for Arts Projects

Deadline: 05/31/27

Grants of up to $1,000 to New York individual artists, groups, museums, schools, theaters, and other community nonprofit arts or cultural organizations in eligible communities for arts projects. Projects should positively impact the cultural life and needs of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 145137

Grants to Arizona Artists, Organizations, and Schools for Public Performances and Projects

Deadline: 05/31/27

Grants of up to $4,000 to Arizona artists, organizations, schools, and institutions of higher education for public performances and projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that increase, support, and motivate the performing arts. Funded ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197341

Grants to Nova Scotia Owners of Heritage Properties for Preservation Activities

Deadline: 05/31/27

Grants to Nova Scotia owners of heritage properties in eligible regions for preservation activities. Funding is intended for projects on building exteriors, including roof work, window repairs, and painting. Eligible applicants are municipally-registered heritage ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214960

Awards to California Dentists for Outstanding Service to Disadvantaged Populations

Deadline: 05/31/27

Awards to California dentists for exceptional contributions to the field of dentistry. The purpose of the award program is to recognize California dentists for outstanding service to disadvantaged populations. Award recipients are honored for a long work history...

GrantWatch ID#: 222630

Grants to Washington Business and Property Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 05/31/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington business and property owners for neighborhood development projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to enhance the appearance and functionality of business entran...

GrantWatch ID#: 225977

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Education, Health, and Human Services for the Underserved in...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for education, health, and human services programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to benefit underserved populations. Special consideration will be given to organizations that address the needs of children ...

GrantWatch ID#: 146965

Award to a Nova Scotia Teacher, Supervisor, or Administrator to Recognize Contributions to the...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Award to a Nova Scotia health and physical education teacher, supervisor, or administrator to recognize outstanding contributions to the development of physical and health education. Eligible nominees are individuals who have demonstrated leadership on multiple le...

GrantWatch ID#: 158397

Awards to Nova Scotia Provincial and Regional Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School Health ...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Awards to Nova Scotia elementary, middle, or secondary health education teachers in eligible school boards for outstanding teaching achievements. Two levels of nominations are offered: regional nominations and provincial/regional nominations. The purpose of the aw...

GrantWatch ID#: 158398

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits for Musical Performances in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for high-quality musical performances benefiting residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote cultural music, including symphony orchestras, smaller orchestras, bands, and choral societies; and musicia...

GrantWatch ID#: 181592

Awards to Nova Scotia Teachers for Excellence in the Fields of Health and Physical Education

Deadline: 06/01/27

Awards to Nova Scotia young teachers to recognize exceptional contributions to the fields of physical education and health education. Awards are intended to honor individual PE and health teachers, up to the age of 34, who demonstrate excellence and exemplify outs...

GrantWatch ID#: 192466

Grants to New Mexico Artists in Eligible Locations for Public Art Projects

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to New Mexico artists and art collectives in eligible locations for public art projects. Funding is intended to support innovative projects in a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to performing arts, design, literature, visual arts, and mu...

GrantWatch ID#: 216298

Awards to Nova Scotia Teachers in Recognition of Exceptional Physical Education Instruction

Deadline: 06/01/27

Awards to Nova Scotia teachers in eligible school boards in recognition of exceptional physical education instruction. The award is open to teachers in elementary, middle school, and secondary school. The purpose of the award is to honor teachers who have instille...

GrantWatch ID#: 220550

Grants to Colorado Qualifying Young Girl Hockey Players to Support Participation in the Sport ...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to Colorado qualifying young girls to support participation in the sport of hockey. Funding is intended to assist girl hockey players ages 7-10 of Hispanic heritage with hockey association membership and registration fees. The purpose of the program is to m...

GrantWatch ID#: 220964

Grant to Iowa Researchers and Faculty Members for Studies Related to Science and Space

Deadline: 06/12/27

Grant of $40,000 per year to Iowa qualifying investigators and faculty members for engineering and research projects related to science and space. Projects that engage undergraduate students will be considered favorably. Funding is intended for research projects t...

GrantWatch ID#: 221141

Scholarships to New Jersey Women to Pursue Educational Opportunities

Deadline: 06/15/27

Scholarships of $1,000 to New Jersey Individuals in eligible locations to pursue educational opportunities. Funding is intended for women aged 21 years or older who are full- or part-time students. The purpose of funding is to help non-traditional students who hav...

GrantWatch ID#: 158562

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Nonprofits, Arts Groups, and Artists for Productions ...

Deadline: 06/15/27

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit arts organizations, professional arts groups, professional artists, and groups of artists for tours to schools located throughout the province. Applicants are required to register with the funding source prior to submi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181503

Grants to Connecticut Students, School Staff, and Community Members for Athletics Programs

Deadline: 06/15/27

Grants to Connecticut teachers, school staff, students, and community members for projects that promote athletics and physical fitness among students in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support programs that enable students to improve their competitiveness...

GrantWatch ID#: 213756

Grants to Iowa Faculty at Eligible IHEs for Programs that Support STEM Education

Deadline: 06/25/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa faculty members at eligible institutions of higher education for programs that promote STEM education. Funding is intended to support the development of STEM-related curricula that focus on improving student skills. The grant will s...

GrantWatch ID#: 162048

Award to a Canada Teacher to Recognize Excellence in Geography Education

Deadline: 06/30/27

Award to a Canada K-12 teacher to recognize outstanding contributions in the field of geographic education. The award is intended to honor an educator for encouraging engagement and literacy in the discipline of geography. Nominations are invited for educators who...

GrantWatch ID#: 160802

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Disadvantaged Families and Individuals

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs that improve the quality of life and increase educational opportunities for disadvantaged populations or individuals with disabilities. Funding is specifically intended to support programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 161610

Grants to New York, Connecticut, and Virginia Nonprofits for Programs to Support Teen Parents ...

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants to New York, Connecticut, and Virginia nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs related to teen parenting and programs that promote independent living for individuals with mental illness. Teen parenthood programs should focus on the developmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 171202

Grants to Florida First-Time Homebuyers in Eligible Regions for Closing Costs and Gap Funding

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants to Florida individuals to cover expenses related to purchasing or building a first-time home in eligible regions. Applicants must complete an education course and contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for closing costs and gap fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 226597

Loans to Florida Low-Income Homeowners in Eligible Locations for Exterior Building Improvements

Deadline: 06/30/27

Loans of up to $75,000 to Florida qualifying low-income homeowners in eligible locations for exterior building improvements. Applicants must schedule an appointment to apply. Funding is primarily intended for exterior improvements that improve property value and r...

GrantWatch ID#: 226707

Grants to Florida Property Owners and Homeowners for Exterior Painting Projects

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants of up to $3,000 and up to $6,000 to Florida property owners and homeowners for exterior painting projects. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to cover the expenses of a qualified contractor or company for homes that...

GrantWatch ID#: 226708

Grants to Florida Homeowners in Eligible Regions for Exterior Painting Projects

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants of up to $6,000 to Florida homeowners in eligible regions for exterior painting projects. Applicants must schedule an appointment to apply. Funding is intended for painting, pressure cleaning, stucco, fascia board repair, and eave repair. The property must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226709

Financial Assistance to Florida Individuals in Eligible Regions for Rental Payments

Deadline: 06/30/27

Financial assistance to Florida individuals in eligible regions for rental payments. Applicants must schedule an appointment to apply. Funding is intended for income-eligible residents experiencing a rent increase, with priority given to senior citizens and househ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226710

Grants to Florida Income-Eligible Individuals in Eligible Regions for Expenses Related to Weat...

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Florida income-eligible individuals in eligible regions for expenses related to weatherproofing residential properties. Applicants must schedule an appointment to apply. Funding is intended for costs related to installing impact glass an...

GrantWatch ID#: 226711

Grants to Florida Low-Income Senior Citizens for Exterior Housing Improvements

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants to Florida low-income senior citizens for exterior improvements to residential properties in eligible regions. Applicants must schedule an appointment to apply. Funding is primarily intended for exterior improvements that improve property value and conditio...

GrantWatch ID#: 226712

Grants to Florida Low-Income Seniors in Eligible Locations for Housing Expenses

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants of up to $500 per month to Florida low-income seniors in eligible locations for housing expenses. Applicants must schedule an appointment to apply. Funding is intended to cover rent and utilities expenses for senior households (ages 60 and older) who reside...

GrantWatch ID#: 226713

Grants to Vermont Landowners and Project Managers for Water Quality Projects

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants to Vermont landowners and project managers for water quality projects in eligible regions. Funding is available for the management of existing clean water projects. The purpose of the program is to provide an economical approach to reducing phosphorus to me...

GrantWatch ID#: 230330

Award to a Michigan Educator or Museum Staff Member for Outstanding Informal Earth Science Ins...

Deadline: 07/01/27

Award of $500 to a Michigan educator or professional museum staff member to recognize outstanding contributions to Earth Science mentoring and education. Strong candidates have demonstrated excellence in the development, design, and implementation of informal Eart...

GrantWatch ID#: 160805

Grants to Texas K-12 Teachers to Enhance and Enrich School Curricula

Deadline: 07/01/27

Grants of up to $1,500 to Texas K-12 teachers to improve classroom curricula in eligible regions. Funding is intended to purchase educational resources and special teaching materials that fall outside of school budgets. The grant program encourages and supports te...

GrantWatch ID#: 169692

Tax Credits to Vermont Property Owners to Enhance Historic Buildings in Commercial Areas

Deadline: 07/01/27

Tax credits to Vermont property owners and lessees, including nonprofit organizations, for projects that enhance non-residential historic and older structures in eligible locations. Successful applicants may use credits toward code compliance work, general rehabil...

GrantWatch ID#: 172538

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Benefit Children and Adults with Physical Disabilities

Deadline: 07/01/27

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for health and human services programming to improve the lives of children and adults with physical disabilities. Special consideration is given to organizations that serve low-income individuals. Preference will be g...

GrantWatch ID#: 180944

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofit Staff Members in Eligible Regions for Career Development

Deadline: 07/02/27

Grants of up to $1,000 to Pennsylvania staff members employed or volunteering at nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for workforce development programs. Funding is intended to enable nonprofit executive directors and boards of directors to participate in...

GrantWatch ID#: 196149

Grants to Nebraska and Iowa Nonprofits and Schools for Activities that Benefit Animals and Edu...

Deadline: 07/15/27

Grants to Iowa and Nebraska nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for activities that focus on and benefit animals, and to public schools for educational and outdoor programs. Qualified nonprofits may apply for animal related projects, with priority given ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173173

Grants to Ohio Researchers and Students at IHEs for Floriculture Studies

Deadline: 08/01/27

Grants to Ohio researchers, faculty members, and students affiliated with eligible academic institutions for studies related to floriculture. Funding is intended to support research projects, graduate student recruitment efforts, teaching programs, educational tra...

GrantWatch ID#: 215129

Financial Assistance to Minnesota Individuals and Families for Disaster Relief

Deadline: 08/10/27

Financial assistance to Minnesota individuals and families in eligible communities for disaster relief. Support will be provided to cover bills or grocery expenses. Applicants are located in communities that were impacted by recent lightning storms. Households mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 231774

Award to an Indiana Nonprofit Board Member to Recognize Outstanding Service to the Community

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $10,000 to an Indiana board member of a nonprofit organization that serves the residents of eligible communities. This program recognizes an individual board member whose management skills and strategic planning abilities have contributed to the financial...

GrantWatch ID#: 166101

Fellowships to Alaska Emerging Artists for Professional Development in Visual Arts

Deadline: 08/31/27

Fellowships to Alaska emerging artists to promote their professional development in visual arts. Awarded fellows may use the funding for arts career-related activities. The fellowship is intended to support emerging professional artists and recognize their excepti...

GrantWatch ID#: 198181

Grants to Texas 8th-11th Grade Students to Further Studies in the Arts

Deadline: 11/01/27

Grants of $5,000 per year to Texas 8th to 11th-grade students, including homeschooled students, to further studies in the arts. Funding is intended for programs, structured classes, and private lessons in a range of disciplines. Students are to receive the grant f...

GrantWatch ID#: 154143

Opportunity for Texas Entities to be Listed on a Performing Arts Roster

Deadline: 01/31/28

Opportunity for Texas nonprofit organizations, individuals, IHEs, and businesses providing performing arts to be listed on a state roster of available performers. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Eligible disc...

GrantWatch ID#: 154121

Grants to New York and Pennsylvania Families in Eligible Regions for Expenses Related to Child...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $400 to New York and Pennsylvania families in eligible regions and caring for a child with cancer to offset expenses related to the child's cancer treatments. Funding is intended to cover costs not covered by health insurance, including travel cost...

GrantWatch ID#: 125904

Grants to Florida Organizations and Individuals for Projects Promoting Sustainability

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Florida organizations and individuals in eligible locations for projects that promote sustainability. Funding is intended to support projects that are relevant to community priorities, such as economic and social revitalization, public heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 129633

Grants to Washington Entities, Organizations, and Individuals to Increase Local Tourism

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Washington entities, organizations, and individuals in eligible locations to promote local tourism. Funding is intended for events and projects that attract out-of-county visitors. Grant funds may be used for advertising, publicizing, or otherwise distri...

GrantWatch ID#: 137611

Grants to California Individuals and Performing Arts Organizations to Meet Immediate Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to California individuals and performing arts organizations serving eligible locations to address urgent needs. Funding is intended for opportunities requiring immediate support and/or for short-term programs and projects. Eligible programs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 138785

Grants to New Mexico and Texas Schools and Teachers to Enhance Classroom Learning

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Mexico and Texas school districts, schools, school departments, teachers, and teacher groups to enhance education within the funding source’s service area. This grant seeks to foster innovation in the field of teaching, with a speci...

GrantWatch ID#: 138830

Awards to Illinois Teachers and School Leaders for Outstanding Teaching and Leadership

Deadline: Ongoing

Awards of $5,000 and awards of $10,000 to Illinois full-time public or non-public school teachers and leaders to honor excellence in their profession. Awards are intended to acknowledge outstanding teachers, heads of schools, and principals who have exhibited exem...

GrantWatch ID#: 140338

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Businesses, and Individuals to Support Local Public Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations, businesses, art societies and collectives, individuals, and community groups to support public events in eligible regions. Funding may be requested for core staging costs for single-day and multi-day events. Successful ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 140592
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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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