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Grants for United States Individuals

Explore 1,094 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 United States. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives, updated daily.

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Contract to a USA IHE, Corporation, or Consultant to Research Improvements to Transit Systems

Deadline: 08/31/26

Contract to a USA IHE, corporation, research institute, or consultant to research improvements to transit systems. The contractor will investigate a wide range of improvements that have been made to transit systems to evaluate their long-term effectiveness. The ob...

GrantWatch ID#: 231358

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Students and Researchers for Science Fieldwork

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International high school students, undergraduates, and researchers to pursue fieldwork for science projects. Eligible areas of interest include archaeology, wildlife conservation, marine and freshwater studies, anthropology, ecology, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 231535

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Academic Scholars for Civic Values Research

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International academic scholars for research related to civic values and engagement. Funding is intended for faculty members to explore the relationship between liberal values and the virtues those values require as safe...

GrantWatch ID#: 231821

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Groups, and Societies to Honor Orchid Co...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International organizations, individuals, societies, and groups to acknowledge outstanding achievements in flower preservation. One prize will be awarded for conservation work related to native orchid species in the United States, Canada...

GrantWatch ID#: 159984

Grants to USA Teachers to Enhance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Learning

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA sixth through twelfth-grade teachers at public and nonprofit private schools to enhance science, technology, engineering, and math learning. Funding is intended to increase student success rates by introducing creative project-based learning ideas th...

GrantWatch ID#: 169675

Grants and Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Alzheimer's Research

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants and fellowships to USA, Canada, and International researchers at nonprofit organizations and institutions for projects that explore and increase the understanding of Alzheimer's disease. Applicants must complete the required registration prior to submitting...

GrantWatch ID#: 175069

Grants to USA Schools, Volunteers, and Educators for Physical Education and Fitness Activities

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA schools, volunteers, and educators for activities to improve physical fitness and education for students. Funding is intended for trips to eligible roller skating rinks for physical education classes, educational STEM (K-12) field tri...

GrantWatch ID#: 177355

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals to Reduce the Threat of...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for activities to reduce and eliminate the threat of nuclear weapons. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to addre...

GrantWatch ID#: 179281

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Writers to Recognize a Debut Literary Work

Deadline: 09/01/26

Awards of $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International writers to recognize an outstanding debut literary work. Submissions must be the author's first fiction publication. Winning submissions will be published in an annually released anthology, and each of the literar...

GrantWatch ID#: 190603

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Support World Betterment Efforts

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International educators, high school and college students, and individuals for projects that help to make the world a better place. Certain applicants must register online prior to applying. Funding is intended for the d...

GrantWatch ID#: 192046

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Angelman Syndrome Research

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for research on Angelman Syndrome. Proposals involving human or animal subjects must be approved by institutional review boards before funding is released. Funding is intended for proposals that demonstrate pote...

GrantWatch ID#: 192545

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Residents, Fellows, and Post-Doctoral Researchers for...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International recent residents, fellows, and post-doctoral researchers for a broad range of pediatric research topics. Applicants are required to submit a concept paper prior to a full grant application. The purpose of t...

GrantWatch ID#: 194465

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Researchers for Lite...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International early-career researchers for projects related to writing instruction and literacy. Recipients will receive mentoring support for the duration of the research project. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197847

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Projects Related to Communication and...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for research projects that increase understanding of communication and literacy. Funding may be used for evidence-based research that will influence public policy. Funding is intended to support ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197849

Award to a USA Individual to Honor an Exceptional First Book of Original Poetry

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $5,000 to a USA individual to honor an exceptional book of original poetry. The poetry may be in any style or subject and must be in English. The winner must be a living poet who has never published a book-length poetry collection. The winning poet will h...

GrantWatch ID#: 202811

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Scholars for Research in Humanities Fields

Deadline: 09/01/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International scholars for interdisciplinary research and collaboration in humanities fields. The program is a year-long residential fellowship in New York. Eligible applicants hold PhDs and are currently working on topics related t...

GrantWatch ID#: 205184

Grants to USA Young Musicians for Costs Associated with Studying Classical Music

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA young musicians for costs associated with studying classical music. Funding is intended to offset the financial costs of expenses including but not limited to instruments, camp tuition, private lessons, and audition travel. The grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 206604

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Individuals for Projects Related to Sc...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and individuals for projects related to sculpture. Applicants must register in the portal prior to applying. Eligible grant categories include research and development; acquisitions and collections; ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213860

Grants to USA Pharmacists, Students, and Residents for Projects to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA pharmacists, pharmacy students, and community pharmacy residents for projects to benefit the community. Funding is intended to support and implement innovative services to help patients. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to vaccine con...

GrantWatch ID#: 215919

Grants to USA Publishers and Translators for English Translations of French Literature

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $7,000 to USA publishers, authors, and translators to recognize quality English translations of contemporary French literature. Funding is intended to cover publishing and translation expenses for fiction, nonfiction, comics, poetry, and children's...

GrantWatch ID#: 218743

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Early-Stage Underserved Scientists for Research ...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International early-stage underserved scientists at research centers and IHEs for research training and support in cancer immunology. Fellows will receive a stipend to cover salary as well as training, career development, and suppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 221379

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Scientists for Research Training in...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International early-career scientists at academic research institutions for research training in data science and immunology. Fellows will receive a stipend to cover salary as well as training, including practical skills and theoret...

GrantWatch ID#: 221381

Award to a USA or Canada Academic Psychiatrist to Recognize Contributions to University Studen...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $1,500 to a USA or Canada academic psychiatrist to recognize contributions to student research programs at the university level. Nominated individuals must be members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the award is to honor an academic p...

GrantWatch ID#: 221741

Award to a USA or Canada Individual to Recognize Contributions to the Field of Psychiatric Neu...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $5,000 to a USA or Canada individual to recognize contributions to the field of psychiatric neuroscience. In addition to the monetary award, the recipient will present a lecture at the funding source's annual meeting. This award recognizes distinguished ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221742

Award to a USA or Canada Individual to Recognize Significant Contributions to the Field of Pha...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $1,500 to a USA or Canada clinician to recognize significant contributions to the field of pharmacogenomics. In addition to the monetary award, the recipient will present a lecture at a meeting or event hosted by the funding source. The award recognizes a...

GrantWatch ID#: 221743

Award to a USA or Canada Mentor-Trainee Team of Psychologists Working in the Field of Schizoph...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Awards to a USA or Canada mentor and trainee team of psychologists working in the field of schizophrenia. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge the contributions of the senior researcher to addressing the causes and treatment of schizophrenia. The award consi...

GrantWatch ID#: 221744

Award to a USA or Canada Individual or Group Working in the Field of Neuropsychological Scienc...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $1,000 to a USA or Canada individual or group working in the field of neuropsychological sciences to recognize significant contributions to the understanding of how multifactorial elements impact mental health. The award honors efforts to shift from the d...

GrantWatch ID#: 221745

Award to a USA or Canada Psychiatrist or Team of Psychiatric Investigators to Recognize Outsta...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $2,000 to a USA or Canada psychiatrist or team of psychiatric investigators to recognize outstanding research in child and adolescent psychiatry. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge research accomplishments that have led to or will likely lead to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 221746

Awards to USA and Canada Early Career Psychiatrists in Recognition of the Publication of an Ex...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $500 and an award of $1,000 to a USA or Canada qualifying early career psychiatrist in recognition of the publication of an exceptional research paper. Nominated individuals must be members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the award is...

GrantWatch ID#: 221747

Award to a USA or Canada Psychiatrist in Recognition of Exceptional Contributions to the Field...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $3,000 to a USA or Canada psychiatrist in recognition of exceptional contributions to the field of schizophrenia research. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual for outstanding research in treating schizophrenia, who has demonstrated particul...

GrantWatch ID#: 221748

Award to a USA or Canada Psychiatrist in Recognition of Exceptional Career Achievements

Deadline: 09/01/26

Award of $5,000 to a USA or Canada psychiatrist in recognition of exceptional career achievements. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual whose work has contributed substantially to the field of psychiatry or whose work has improved the practice of psy...

GrantWatch ID#: 221749

Grants to USA Early Career Professionals and Doctoral Students to Pursue Clinical or Research ...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA early career professionals and doctoral students to pursue clinical or research projects in the focus area of social justice. Successful applicants will have access to a mentor who will offer support, feedback, and guidance. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225725

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Authors, Agents, and Publishers for Literary Works

Deadline: 09/01/26

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International authors, agents, and publishers for literary works. Funding is intended to recognize outstanding writing that highlights the lived experiences of disability and chronic illness and increases the visibility of underrepresent...

GrantWatch ID#: 226789

Awards to USA Professors for Significant Contributions to Cancer Research

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Awards to USA professors to recognize significant contributions to cancer research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge seminal achievements in a wide range of research areas, including clinical, pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228150

Grants to USA Minority Businesses and Entrepreneurs for Business Growth and Expansion

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA minority-owned early-stage businesses and minority entrepreneurs for business growth and expansion. Funding is intended for seed funding to pursue growth opportunities, cover essential expenses, and gain stability during challenging t...

GrantWatch ID#: 228639

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Families to Support the Needs of Children with Disabilities

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and families to support the needs of children with disabilities. Applicants must contact the funding source before submitting an application. Funding may be used for equipment, therapy, and respite care costs not covered by in...

GrantWatch ID#: 230598

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Fantasy Writers for Assistance in Times of Crisis

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International fantasy and science fiction writers for assistance in times of crisis. Funding is intended to provide emergency support to speculative story writers. The goal of the funding program is to help creators of fantasy, science f...

GrantWatch ID#: 231007

Fellowships to USA Journalists of Color for Investigative Reporting Training and Mentorship

Deadline: 09/01/26

Fellowships to USA journalists of color for professional development in investigative reporting. The purpose of the program is to support and prepare a journalist for a career in investigative journalism. Successful applicants will receive training, mentorship, da...

GrantWatch ID#: 231138

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Freelance Journalists for Investigative Projects

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA freelance journalists for investigative projects. Funding is intended for initiatives that will demonstrate significance and impact. Both long-form and short-term projects are eligible, including magazine articles, documentaries, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231615

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Jewish College Students and Graduates to Partic...

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

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Jewish college students and graduates to participate in a summer business fellowship program in Israel. Participants will be paired with Israeli fellows to intern at companies in sectors that include biotech business ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178471

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Educator to Improve Advanced Placement Classes

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grant of $1,000 to a USA, Canada, or International educator to improve the instruction of advanced placement classes. Interested applicants must register as an educator with the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for field trips, supplies, mater...

GrantWatch ID#: 164646

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Teachers to Enhance STEAM Learning

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International high school teachers to enhance classroom excellence, innovation, and activities related to STEAM fields. Applicants must register as an educator prior to applying. Funding is intended for materials, supplies, fie...

GrantWatch ID#: 185180

Grants to USA, Canada, and International High School Educators for Experience-Based Learning P...

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International high school educators, administrators, and counselors for experience-based learning programs. Applicants must register as an educator prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs that engage students...

GrantWatch ID#: 208581

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Educators for Healthcare Training

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International educators to improve training for healthcare professionals. Funded activities must be based in a nonprofit organization such as a university, hospital, or NGO. The purpose of the program is to strengthen clinicians' abiliti...

GrantWatch ID#: 221623

Fellowships to USA Journalists to Improve Their Craft at a University in Pennsylvania

Deadline: 09/02/26

Fellowships to USA journalists to improve their craft at a university in Pennsylvania. Over the course of the fellowship, journalists will participate in seminars to help them hone their reporting skills. Topics include global economy, accounting principles, finan...

GrantWatch ID#: 222040

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Research on Cardiovascular or Neuro...

Deadline: 02/12/27 LOI Date: 09/02/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for research related to cardiovascular or neurovascular disease. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is available for clinical science, translational, and basic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226442

Grants to USA, Canada, and International MDs and PhDs for Research on Diabetes Management

Deadline: 11/04/26 LOI Date: 09/02/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International MDs, PhDs, and the equivalent, affiliated with a nonprofit organization, IHE, or government agency for research on diabetes management. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230202

Grants to USA Entities for Wastewater Reuse Concentrate Research in California

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to USA consultants, for-profit entities, government agencies, research organizations, and educational institutions for research on technologies and processes that reduce and treat concentrate from municipal wastewater reuse. Funding is intended to assess em...

GrantWatch ID#: 231477

Grants to USA Entities for Research on Virus Removal in Water Reuse

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to USA consultants, for-profit entities, government agencies, research organizations, and educational institutions for potable water reuse research. Funding is intended to develop and assess methods for demonstrating virus removal by ultrafiltration systems...

GrantWatch ID#: 231479

Grant to USA Entities for Research on Reverse Osmosis Concentrate Management

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to USA consultants, for-profit entities, government agencies, research organizations, and educational institutions for research on reverse osmosis concentrate management. Funding is intended to assess management approaches, address water quality and regulat...

GrantWatch ID#: 231480
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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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GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.