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

Explore 67 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in United States. 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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Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity for Safety Training Programs for First Responders

Deadline: 08/04/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA government agency, Tribe, IHE, or for-profit, nonprofit, or faith-based organization for training programs to improve the safety of the general public and law enforcement officers. Applicants are advised that required registrations m...

GrantWatch ID#: 188072

Prizes to USA Entities for Developing Extreme Heat Scenario Manuals

Deadline: 08/12/26

Prizes to USA local governments, community-based organizations, IHEs, and tribes for creating natural disaster manuals. Applicants will develop situational manuals that address extreme heat situations in local communities. This program is focused on the developmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 216505
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Grants to USA States, Territories, and Tribal Governments for Flood Mitigation

Deadline: 08/06/26

Grants to USA states, territories, and tribal governments to prepare for and minimize the negative impacts of flooding. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support community hazard mitigatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 170529

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Train Workers in the Environmental Field

Deadline: 09/23/26 Conference Date: 08/06/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, qualifying tribes, and redevelopment agencies for programs that train unemployed residents to work in the environmental field. Applicants are advised that required registra...

GrantWatch ID#: 198239

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Energy-Related Projects

Deadline: 10/03/26 LOI Date: 08/07/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for charitable projects related to energy. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to applying. Eligible energy projects include but are not limited to the installation of solar heating, solar...

GrantWatch ID#: 210688

In-Kind Grants of Volunteer Services to USA Entities for Community Service Projects

Deadline: 09/17/26 Conference Date: 08/12/26

In-kind grants of volunteer services to USA nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government entities, tribal governments, public schools, and universities in multiple states to benefit local communities. Applicants must contact staff before applying. The purpo...

GrantWatch ID#: 200391

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs for Earthquake Damage Mitigation Activities

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and IHEs for earthquake damage mitigation activities. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for developing and implementing strategies to diminish the risks of earthquake d...

GrantWatch ID#: 231253

Grants to USA Fire Departments for Training, Technology, and Equipment Purchases

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA fire departments to enhance operations. Funding may be used for training, technology, and equipment. Eligible applicants include both paid and volunteer departments. The goal of the funding program is to help saves the lives of firef...

GrantWatch ID#: 167712

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Agencies, NGO’s, and Emergency Relief Organizations...

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International agencies, NGO’s, and emergency relief organizations in eligible regions for initiatives to address worldwide concerns. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: resource manageme...

GrantWatch ID#: 222188

Grants to USA Farmers and Breed Associations for Animal Conservation Initiatives

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to USA farmers, ranchers, and breed organizations, associations, and clubs for animal conservation initiatives. Funding is intended to be used for projects to protect endangered poultry and livestock breeds. Grant funding is available for a variety of farm-...

GrantWatch ID#: 229599

Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Mitigate Wildfire Risk

Deadline: 08/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, and IHEs to develop local capacity to mitigate the risk of wildfires. Funding is intended for initiatives to reduce hazardous fuels, increase training and education, complete assessments, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231607

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Charities for Programs that Align with the Funding So...

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International charities for programs that align with the funding source's focus areas. Projects and programs may focus on one of the following areas: disaster response, health and longevity, financial protection, opportunity pipeline, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 207309

Grants to USA Faith-Based Organizations, Agencies, and Tribes to Secure Religious Facilities

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to USA and territories faith-based organizations, government agencies, and tribes to improve safety and prevent hate crimes at religious facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended f...

GrantWatch ID#: 231478

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK Nonprofits for Programs that Help Local Communities

Deadline: 09/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK nonprofit organizations for programs that help local communities. Funding is intended for a variety of activities that expand equitable access to STEM learning, enhance community green spaces and nature, and support efforts to reduce ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212008

Cooperative Agreements to USA Agencies and Nonprofits for Wildfire Research Projects

Deadline: 09/17/26

Cooperative agreements to USA government agencies, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, and tribal entities for research projects to understand wildfire risk factors and the impacts of smoke from prescribed fire. Applicants are advised that required registrations may ta...

GrantWatch ID#: 206682

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Companion Animals

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations and government agencies to support entities that shelter animals and perform adoptions of companion animals. Applicants must show a high level of organizational performance and significant impact to be consider...

GrantWatch ID#: 178259

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Eligible Districts for Capital Projects Addressing He...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International eligible districts for capital projects that address health, human services, and other critical needs in local communities. Funding is intended to support infrastructure and equipment for projects that improve the well-bein...

GrantWatch ID#: 223879

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Disease Research, Veterans' Support and Disaster Relief

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects in the areas of disease research, wounded veterans, disaster relief, and support for the public broadcasting system. In the focus area of disease research, funding is intended to support activities to...

GrantWatch ID#: 218617

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Libraries, and Schools to Support Charitable Causes

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and libraries to support charitable causes. Funding is intended for, but not limited to the focus areas of human services, disaster relief, and the environment. The Foundation accepts both pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 153889

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Associations for Programs to...

Deadline: 11/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico nonprofit organizations, municipalities, social enterprises, and Indigenous groups for activities to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the...

GrantWatch ID#: 167553

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Basic Human Needs, Community Development, and ...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to meet basic human needs, promote community vitality, and encourage volunteerism in communities in which the funding source does business. Funding is intended to enhance communities and to help people achie...

GrantWatch ID#: 179283

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, and Housing Authorities to Address Urgent Social Needs

Deadline: 01/25/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, tribes, and public housing authorities to address urgent needs for residents in HUD-assisted housing. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to assist reside...

GrantWatch ID#: 230960

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations to Improve Healthcare for Underserved Communities

Deadline: 04/30/27

Grants to USA and Canada organizations for initiatives to improve healthcare for underserved communities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: cancer prevention, advancing crisis preparedness and response, and increa...

GrantWatch ID#: 214122

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Nonprofit for Outstanding Contributions to Humanitari...

Deadline: Ongoing

Award to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit organization to recognize outstanding efforts toward alleviating human suffering. The purpose of this award is to honor and advance the recipient organization’s efforts and call attention to the global need for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 146363

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Support Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations to fund disaster relief efforts to benefit animals. Funding is intended to support organizations offering financial or physical assistance in local recovery efforts for either natural or man-made disasters. Ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 156604

Grants to USA State Dental Associations to Provide Essential Financial Relief to Dentists Impa...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and territories state dental associations and affiliates to provide essential financial relief to dentists impacted by natural disasters. Funding is intended for dentists for short-term personal essential needs such as clothing, medi...

GrantWatch ID#: 157479

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Address Urgent Social Issues

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and non-governmental organizations to address urgent social issues. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz and submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 162819

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Address Urgent Needs in Rural Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $250 to USA nonprofit organizations that serve rural communities to address urgent needs. Grant funds may also be used to defray the costs of training opportunities. Funding is intended to help organizations to respond to unforeseen and time-sensit...

GrantWatch ID#: 163331

Grants to USA Organizations, Fire Departments, and Individuals to Respond to Fires and Other D...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA organizations and fire departments to respond to fires and disasters and offer assistance to victims. Individuals impacted by a fire or disaster may also apply for financial assistance. Organizations may request funding for services to victims, as we...

GrantWatch ID#: 164234

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community benefit projects. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary proposal prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for programs and projects that focus on health and wellness, basic needs, disabili...

GrantWatch ID#: 164770

Grants to USA Municipal and Nonprofit Organizations for Animal Disaster Relief

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA municipal and nonprofit organizations for disaster relief efforts that support animals and pet owners. Funding is intended for emergency supplies and equipment, veterinary care, urgent temporary repairs to facilities, and supplemental staffing and vo...

GrantWatch ID#: 165776

In-Kind Donations of Children's Books to USA Rural Libraries Affected by Natural Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of new books valued at $800 to USA libraries in rural areas that have been impacted by natural disasters. Applicants must contact the funding source in order to apply. Eligible libraries are those intending to rebuild or enhance their children's ...

GrantWatch ID#: 165910

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Individuals to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA, Canada, and International grassroots nonprofit organizations and individuals to advocate for disadvantaged children and youth in eligible regions. Funding is intended for small, innovative organizations that address the needs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167614

Grants to USA LEAs and IHEs to Support School Communities Following Serious Disruptive Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA local education agencies and institutions of higher education to assist the school community in restoring a learning environment following a serious disruptive event. Schools may request short-term assistance to address an acute need as well as longe...

GrantWatch ID#: 173824

In-Kind Grants of Networking Equipment to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of technology equipment to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to help increase their productivity, cost-efficiency, and scalability. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. The grant is intended to assist or...

GrantWatch ID#: 175303

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Urgent Disaster Relief Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for urgent disaster relief. Funding is intended to provide effective and efficient support to communities and organizations that have been impacted by disaster. The funding source par...

GrantWatch ID#: 184107

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Animal Welfare Activities Following Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to respond to animal welfare needs following disasters and emergencies. Funding is intended for a wide range of services and equipment related to animal welfare activities, including veterinary care, me...

GrantWatch ID#: 185764

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, IHEs, and Agencies to Assist Communities After Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, IHEs, and agencies to benefit those who were affected by tornadoes, floods, and other natural disasters. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 186734

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Address Climate Change

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations that are addressing the climate emergency. Funding is intended to support activist movements demanding change from governments. Eligible projects must directly address climate change, and organizations may onl...

GrantWatch ID#: 194736

Grants to USA Archival Repositories for Urgent Assistance Following a Serious Disaster

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and territories archival repositories for urgent assistance following a serious disaster. Funding is intended for services, supplies, and labor costs to recover damaged and threatened archival materials. Grants support the recovery of...

GrantWatch ID#: 197247

Grants to International Nonprofits and Agencies for Emergency Wildlife Conservation

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and NGOs for emergency wildlife conservation efforts. Funding is intended to support applicants during crisis periods that directly impact wildlife. The purpose ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197950

Grants to USA Nonprofits and First Responder Agencies for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and first responder agencies for projects and programs that benefit local communities and families. Proposals may fall into one of the following categories: youth education activities and programs, first respon...

GrantWatch ID#: 197977

In-Kind Grants of Data Validation Services to USA Nonprofits Working to Protect the Environment

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of data validation services to USA nonprofit organizations. The purpose of this program is to support the operations and programs of organizations working to improve the environment and preserve resources. Successful applicants will receive data qua...

GrantWatch ID#: 198451

Loans to USA Businesses and Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to USA and territories businesses and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for disaster relief efforts. Funding is intended to help with the recovery activities of for-profit entities and private nonprofits located in a declared disaster area. Loans...

GrantWatch ID#: 199201

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 USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Improve Disaster Preparedness and Recovery

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal governments to improve disaster preparedness and recovery. The purpose of the program is to make enhancements that will ensure the accessibility of safe drinking water in the event of a natural...

GrantWatch ID#: 203755

Loans to USA Nonprofits and For-Profits for Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, small businesses, and agricultural cooperatives for disaster relief efforts in eligible locations. Funding is intended for economic recovery support and operating expenses for businesses that are not able to me...

GrantWatch ID#: 205930

Grants to USA Government Agencies and Nonprofits for Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA state, tribal, and local government agencies and nonprofit organizations for relief efforts following natural disasters. Funding is intended for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and restoring public infrastructure after events such as h...

GrantWatch ID#: 206048

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Environmental and Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for environmental initiatives and relief efforts. Funding is intended for activities that support sustainability, conservation, and national and international emergency relief work, and address diffi...

GrantWatch ID#: 208108

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, CBOs, and Tribes in Eligible Regions to Repair Damaged Wat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, community-based organizations, and tribes in eligible regions to repair damaged water systems. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. The purpose of the program...

GrantWatch ID#: 209675
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