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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,659 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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3,659 grants found

Grants to Washington Businesses for Community Beautification Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $750 and grants of up to $1,500 to Washington businesses and property owners for community beautification projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote the economic vitality of downtown businesses and beautify the district by suppo...

GrantWatch ID#: 230123

Grants to Ontario Property Owners for Facade Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario property owners for facade improvements in eligible locations. Eligible improvements include new signage and awnings, anti-graffiti window treatments, painting, and more. The goal of this program is to revitalize commercial distr...

GrantWatch ID#: 230124

Grants to Maryland Property Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maryland individual and business property owners for capital improvement projects in eligible regions. Eligible improvements include renovation and upgrade of building exteriors, window and facade improvement, ADA accessibility, painting...

GrantWatch ID#: 230125

Grants to Georgia Property Owners to Preserve Buildings

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Georgia property owners and tenants to upgrade and repair structures in eligible locations. Funding is intended to maintain the integrity and beauty of the historic district's buildings. Grants are available to support exterior improvements and may be ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 230134

Grants to Oregon Businesses and Property Owners for Improvements to Commercial Properties

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Oregon businesses and property owners for improvements to commercial properties in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to improve conditions in selected economic distric...

GrantWatch ID#: 230141

Grants to Georgia Organizations and Residents for Community Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Georgia organizations and residents for community events in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that take place in the historic downtown and benefit the community at large. The grant program seeks to stimulate community i...

GrantWatch ID#: 230145

Grants to Alberta Individuals and Nonprofits for Heritage Preservation Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 and in-kind services to Alberta community groups and nonprofit organizations for heritage preservation events in eligible locations. Funding is intended to offset costs of heritage events and gatherings, such as equipment rental, marketing f...

GrantWatch ID#: 230151

Grants to Texas Veterans and Their Families to Address Critical Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Texas veterans and family members to address critical needs. Funding is intended to respond to short-term financial needs for veterans and military families. The grant program aims to assist veterans in urgent situations, such as those related to housing...

GrantWatch ID#: 230191

Grants to Ontario Property Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario property owners for capital improvement projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for community and economic development projects, including rehabilitation, restoration, or improvement of commercial, institutional, and mixed-use buildings...

GrantWatch ID#: 230195

Incentives to New Jersey Individuals to Build Energy-Efficient Buildings

Deadline: Ongoing

Incentives to New Jersey individuals joining with approved partners to build energy-efficient buildings. Depending on the building type, applicants may choose from multiple pathways. Larger incentives are given to buildings with higher energy efficiency. This prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 230238

In-Kind Services to New Jersey Households to Implement Energy-Saving Measures in Their Homes

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind services to New Jersey households to implement energy-saving measures in their homes. Eligible applicants must be at or below the federal poverty guidelines. Funding is intended for measures such as hot water conservation, efficient lighting, insulation up...

GrantWatch ID#: 230239

Grants California Individuals to Send Children and Youth to Jewish Overnight Camps

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 per year to California individuals in eligible locations to send their children and youth to Jewish overnight summer camps. The purpose of the program is to increase access to Jewish summer camp experiences and strengthen engagement in Jewis...

GrantWatch ID#: 230319

Grants to Virginia Individuals to Assist with Housing Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Virginia individuals to assist with housing costs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to cover a portion of the rent, depending on a variety of eligibility factors. Applicants must be over the age of 65, or living with a disability, or have workin...

GrantWatch ID#: 230355

Grants to New York Qualifying Homeowners for Home Repair Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York qualifying homeowners for home repair projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a variety of repairs and enhancements, including, but not limited to electrical work, plumbing, heating, roofing, doors, windows, and insulation. The h...

GrantWatch ID#: 230394

Grants to Ontario Individual Homeowners for Essential Home Repairs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario individual homeowners for essential home repairs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support people living with disabilities as well as older adults with limited to moderate earnings in making their residences safer, more functional, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230422

Grants to Minnesota Individuals for Arts-Related Workshops, Classes, and Mentorship

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $250 to Minnesota individuals in eligible counties for arts-related workshops, classes, and mentorship. The purpose of the grant program is to encourage local individuals to take advantage of opportunities to pursue creative exploration. Individuals must...

GrantWatch ID#: 230565

In-Kind Support to Colorado Cultural Groups and Artists for Rent-Free Use of Event Space

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to Colorado cultural groups and artists for rent-free use of performance and event space in eligible locations. Applicants must include a letter of commitment from the venue. Funding is intended for awardees to receive one day per calendar year of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230585

Grants to Yukon Students to Pursue Higher Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Yukon individuals to pursue a degree at a designated institution of higher education. Funding is intended for students studying at a post-secondary school. Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements can use the grant for graduate or doctoral studie...

GrantWatch ID#: 230613

Grants to Yukon Individuals to Support Participation in a Training Program

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Yukon individuals to participate in a training program at an eligible post-secondary school. Funding is intended to support Yukon residents attending an approved training program at a Yukon institution. The funding amount is calculated based on the numbe...

GrantWatch ID#: 230614

Awards to Yukon Students to Encourage Academic Achievements in High School

Deadline: Ongoing

Awards to Yukon individuals to encourage academic achievement in high school grades 10 to 12. The awards are intended to help students pursue post-secondary education or training. The awards may be used to begin or continue post-secondary studies, either part-time...

GrantWatch ID#: 230615

Grants and Loans to Canada Individuals to Pursue Full-Time Higher Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans and grants to Canada students to assist with full-time higher education. Interest-free loans and non-repayable grants are intended to help individuals who are enrolled in a full-time degree, diploma, or technical program at a designated educational instituti...

GrantWatch ID#: 230616

Grants and Loans to Canada Students to Pursue Part-Time Higher Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $2,520 per year to Canada students to assist with higher education. Interest-free loans and grants are intended to help individuals who are enrolled in a part-time degree, diploma, or technical program at a designated edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 230617

Grants and Loans to Nunavut Post-Secondary Students to Offset the Cost of Educational Expenses...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and loans to Nunavut post-secondary students to offset the cost of educational expenses. Assistance is available for both Inuit and non-Inuit full-time and part-time students attending post-secondary institutions and academic programs. Funding categories in...

GrantWatch ID#: 230861

Grants to Oklahoma Individuals with Prostate Cancer for Medical Care Transportation Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $300 to Oklahoma individuals with prostate cancer to offset transportation costs for the patient to get to and from their cancer treatment appointments. Funding is intended to ease the financial burden of cancer treatment-associated transportation. Appli...

GrantWatch ID#: 230883

Grants to Florida Individuals for Costs Related to Living with a Spinal Cord Injury

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to Florida individuals to help with medical costs. Funding is intended to assist state residents who have experienced a life-changing spinal cord injury. The grant helps offset the out-of-pocket expenses associated with transportation, housing, ut...

GrantWatch ID#: 230884

Grants to Florida Low-Income Residents for Tree Trimming Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $250 to Florida low-income residents in eligible regions for tree trimming services. The purpose of funding is to remove hazards to power lines. Additional funding is available to local residents for the removal of invasive pine trees. Applicants m...

GrantWatch ID#: 230893

In-Kind Support to Maine Income-Eligible Homeowners for House Repairs

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to Maine income-eligible seniors in eligible locations for house repairs. Applicants must contact program staff to apply. The goal of the program is to help residents aged 55 and older live safely and independently in their homes. Homes may be loca...

GrantWatch ID#: 230915

Fee Exemptions to Texas Developers and Homeowers for Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings

Deadline: Ongoing

Fee exemptions to Texas developers, contractors, and homeowners for rehabilitation of historic landmarks in eligible locations. Properties must be either residential or commercial. This fee waiver is intended for the preservation of historic properties, while also...

GrantWatch ID#: 230935

In-Kind Support and Forgivable Loans to Maine Homeowners to Mitigate Lead Hazards in Homes

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support and forgivable loans to Maine homeowners in eligible locations to mitigate lead hazards in homes. The program is intended to reduce levels of lead poisoning in children. Professionals will inspect the home and create a remediation and maintenance p...

GrantWatch ID#: 230944

Grants to Tennessee Downtown Business and Property Owners for Facade Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Tennessee downtown business and property owners in eligible regions for facade improvements. Funding is intended for external building projects, such as paint, awnings, patios, entrance enhancements, windows, and exterior lighting. Buildi...

GrantWatch ID#: 230953

Grants to Maine Business and Property Owners for Exterior Building Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Maine business and property owners for exterior building improvements in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a range of improvements, such as window/door repairs or replacements, signage, painting, awning, and storefront restorat...

GrantWatch ID#: 230975

Grants to Maine Property Owners and Tenants for Downtown Facade Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maine property owners and tenants for improvements to commercial properties in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support façade improvements that enhance the appearance and vitality of downtown businesses and properties. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 230977

Grants to Maine Property Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Maine property owners in eligible regions for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for a range of expenses, including exterior lighting, roofing, signage, awnings, landscaping, and accessibility modifications to enhance the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231021

Tax Incentives to Ontario Property Owners and Businesses for Construction Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Tax incentives to Ontario property owners and businesses in eligible regions for renovation and new construction projects. Applicants must meet with program staff before applying. The purpose of the program is to develop buildings and facilities that foster econom...

GrantWatch ID#: 231038

Grants to Iowa Homeowners and Tenants to Mitigate Health and Safety Concerns in the Home

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Iowa homeowners, landlords, and tenants in eligible locations to make home repairs to mitigate health and safety concerns. Funding is intended to address lead paint, radon, and other qualifying safety issues in homes where children under the age of five ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231056

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Individuals to Help with Small Businesses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 and in-kind support to Ontario individuals to help with small businesses. Funding is intended for assistance with starting a new company, buying a new business, or expanding an existing company. In-kind support includes one-on-one guidance, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231091

Grants to Texas Commercial Property Owners to Carry Out Facade Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $45,000 to Texas property owners to carry out facade improvements on properties in eligible locations. Funding is intended for exterior work on commercial buildings such as awnings, doors, painting, and more. Properties must be located in the Downt...

GrantWatch ID#: 231112

Grants to U.S. Virgin Islands Artists and Arts Nonprofits for Arts Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to U.S. Virgin Islands artists and nonprofit arts organizations for arts-related projects, activities, and special initiatives. Funding is intended to promote the advancement of arts and culture. Grants may be used to address emerging needs,...

GrantWatch ID#: 231185

Forgivable Loans to Illinois Businesses, Property Owners, and Agencies for Downtown Restaurants

Deadline: Ongoing

Forgivable loans to Illinois property owners, businesses, and government entities in eligible locations for restaurant development. Funding is intended to renovate commercial storefronts and office spaces for use as sit-down restaurants through improvements such a...

GrantWatch ID#: 231204

Grants to Illinois Businesses for Business Relocation

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Illinois businesses for business relocation to eligible locations. Funding is intended to help commercial businesses affected by redevelopment projects relocate and re-establish operations in appropriate areas. The purpose of the program is to retain bus...

GrantWatch ID#: 231206

Contract for Services to New York Training Experts to Cultivate Energy Efficiency Training Con...

Deadline: Ongoing

Contract for services to New York curriculum developers, training providers, and technical workforce experts to create a bank of energy efficiency training contractors. The purpose of funding is to develop the skills of current workers and to grow the number of wo...

GrantWatch ID#: 231207

Grant to Washington Individuals for Manufactured and Mobile Home Relocation Assistance

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $11,000 and grants of up to $17,000 to Washington individuals for relocation assistance and coordination services for manufactured and mobile home owners affected by community closures. Funding provides cash assistance for relocation-related expens...

GrantWatch ID#: 231236

Grants to New York City Performing Artists to Address Mental Health Concerns

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $500 to New York City performing artists to address mental health concerns. The purpose of funding is to help offset mental health-related costs, including medication, meditation classes, and therapy. Priority will be given to BIPOC applicants, immigrant...

GrantWatch ID#: 231251

Loans to New York City Independent Theater Companies and Individuals to Address Urgent Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to New York City independent theater companies and venues, and individuals to address unanticipated needs. Funding is intended to support continued theater production amid unexpected challenges. Priority will be given to venues or companies that are BIPOC, T...

GrantWatch ID#: 231252

Grants to Colorado Licensed Architects to Conduct Surveys of Historic Properties

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to Colorado licensed architects to conduct surveys of historic properties. The purpose of funding is to gather information required in advance of preservation, rehabilitation, or restoration activities. The resultant information must charac...

GrantWatch ID#: 231262

Grants to Colorado Consultants to Carry Out Preparatory Activities for Historic Preservation

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to Colorado consultants to carry out preparatory activities in advance of historic preservation. Some applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Eligible project types include cost estimating, historic contexts, desi...

GrantWatch ID#: 231263

Grants to Colorado Stakeholders to Protect Water Resources

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Colorado stakeholders such as government agencies, NGOs, and private organizations to protect water resources. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to protect rivers that are not adequately protect...

GrantWatch ID#: 231294

Scholarships to Minnesota Medical Students to Promote Advocacy Work

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships of $1,500 to Minnesota medical students to promote advocacy work. Funding is intended for expenses associated with conference fees, travel, and a variety of research expenses. The goal of the scholarship program is to support students' pursuit of just...

GrantWatch ID#: 231364

Grants to North Carolina Qualifying Homeowners for Critical Home Repairs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Carolina qualifying homeowners for critical home repairs in eligible locations. Applicants must be income-qualifying senior citizens or have disabilities. The purpose of this program is to fund repairs that are needed for safety and accessibility. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231388

Grants to New York City Individuals Afflicted with ALS to Offset the Costs of Medical Expenses...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York City individuals afflicted with ALS to offset the costs of medical expenses. Funding can be applied toward healthcare and insurance expenses, as well as home modifications. Individuals wishing to conduct their own fundraising efforts may request...

GrantWatch ID#: 231437
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