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

Explore 8,967 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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Sponsorships to Connecticut Nonprofits for Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships of up to $2,500 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations and groups for events and programs that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities and projects that are hosted by eligible organizations that are located in and...

GrantWatch ID#: 207276

Sponsorships to Connecticut Organizations for Community Events in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships of up to $2,500 to Connecticut organizations for events that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for individual events or a series of events that promote fundraising or increase recognition for the organization. Eligible e...

GrantWatch ID#: 209184

Grants to Connecticut, Florida, New York, and Washington, DC Nonprofits to Promote Writing

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Connecticut, Florida, New York, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs to promote the craft of writing. Funding is intended to support writing clubs, workshops, after-school and summer programs, retreats, and curriculum-...

GrantWatch ID#: 222235

Grants to Virginia, North Carolina, and Connecticut Nonprofits to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Virginia, North Carolina, and Connecticut nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for services and activities in the eligible focus areas of homelessness, affordable housing, aging and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222580

Grants to Connecticut and New York Nonprofits to Address Emergencies

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Connecticut and New York nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to address critical needs and respond to crises. Funding is intended to support the urgent and time-sensitive needs of organizations. Emergencies are defined as unexpected and unplann...

GrantWatch ID#: 223475

Grants to New York and Connecticut Nonprofits, School Districts, and Towns to Improve Health a...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York and Connecticut nonprofit organizations, school districts, and towns to improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities that enhance the living conditions required for health and well-being. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 223476

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits for Programs and Projects Serving Residents of Eligible Locat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that serve residents of eligible locations. Funding is intended for community activities and programs related to recreation, social services, and the arts. All projects and programs must serve...

GrantWatch ID#: 226058

Grants and Scholarships to Connecticut Nonprofits and Individuals to Improve the Quality of Li...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and scholarships to Connecticut nonprofit organizations and individuals to improve the quality of life in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: education, culture, youth, health and human serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 226059

Grants to Connecticut Individuals and Educational, Cultural, and Religious Institutions to Pre...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Connecticut individuals and educational, cultural, and religious institutions to preserve historic sites in eligible regions. Funding is intended for repairs as well as for research and documentation necessary to nominate a structure to be designated as ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226395

Grant to a Connecticut or New York Agency, Nonprofit, or For-Profit for Seaweed Cultivation

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant to a New York or Connecticut agency, nonprofit organization, for-profit organization, or educational institution for seaweed commercialization in eligible areas. Funding is intended to address gaps between small-scale seaweed activity and building a profitab...

GrantWatch ID#: 228051

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Address Urgent and Critical Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations to address urgent and critical needs. Funding is intended to support communities responding to real-time threats, trauma, and harassment related to oppression and divisiveness. The grant program suppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 229381

Grants to Connecticut CBOs to Address Social Disparities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Connecticut groups for community projects. Funding is intended to promote educational equity, address racism, respond to poverty, and develop projects that benefit communities of color. These grants are primarily intended for groups that...

GrantWatch ID#: 229382

Sponsorships to Connecticut CBOs for Projects That Benefit the Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships to Connecticut community-based organizations for events, activities, and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to make local communities better places to live, work, and raise a family. Eligible applicants provide...

GrantWatch ID#: 230574

Grants to USA Tribal Governments, IHEs, and Organizations to Improve Internet Access

Deadline: 11/17/26

Grants to USA Tribal governments, Tribal IHEs, and Tribal organizations and corporations to expand access to internet services for native communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 196671

Grants to USA Researchers in Multiple States for Collaborative Science and Engineering Research

Deadline: 04/05/27 LOI Date: 10/12/26

Grants to USA faculty researchers affiliated with IHEs in multiple states and territories for collaborative research projects in science and engineering. Applicants must submit a preliminary application and complete the required registrations before applying. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 232006
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Grants to USA Tribal Entities to Encourage Economic Independence in Native Communities

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to USA and territories tribes and tribal entities to encourage economic independence in Native American communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to grow local economies and stren...

GrantWatch ID#: 231650
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Cooperative Agreement to a USA Tribal Entity to Train Native Communities in AI Use

Deadline: 08/27/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories tribe or tribal organization to create a resource center to train Native communities in the use of artificial intelligence tools. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. T...

GrantWatch ID#: 231746
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Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Protect Forestland

Deadline: 08/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, and IHEs for projects to manage and protect forests in multiple states. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Program goals include refo...

GrantWatch ID#: 231610
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Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Enhance Recreational Experiences

Deadline: 08/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, and IHEs for projects to enhance recreation and visitor experiences in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231611
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Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity for TA to Businesses Competing for Transportation Contra...

Deadline: 08/30/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit organization, IHE, or transportation-related organization to provide technical assistance to small businesses in multiple states attempting to compete for transportation contracts. Applicants are advised that required regis...

GrantWatch ID#: 231749
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Grants to USA Coalitions for the Prevention of Violence Against Women

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to USA and territories domestic violence and gender-based assault coalitions for the prevention of violence against women. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding may be requested by coalitions for spec...

GrantWatch ID#: 154557
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Grants to Georgia and New England Nonprofits for Projects and Initiatives that Benefit Local R...

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Georgia, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations to enhance the lives of local residents. Funding is intended to support special projects, focused initiatives, and equipment. Pre...

GrantWatch ID#: 214675
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Grants to USA Nonprofits in Northeastern States for Charitable Programs and Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA nonprofit organizations in Northeastern states for charitable programs and projects. Funding is intended for a wide range of focus areas and project types, including education, youth development, arts and humanities, science and techn...

GrantWatch ID#: 231930
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Grants to New England Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Children and Young Adults with Medi...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit children and young adults with medical conditions. Funding is intended to support educational, clinical, and therapeutic program...

GrantWatch ID#: 210172

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Research on Sustainable Agriculture

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

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies in multiple states for programs that promote sustainable agriculture. Projects must take place within the Northeast region, which includes Connecticut, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 170933

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Training Related to Sustainable Agriculture

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

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies who work with farmers and service providers in multiple states for educational projects to promote agricultural sustainability. Projects must take place within the...

GrantWatch ID#: 171785

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Research to Improve Agricultural Practices

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

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agencies, and for-profit entities who work with farmers and in food systems in multiple states for research projects to improve practices in agriculture. Projects must take place within the N...

GrantWatch ID#: 196260

Grants to USA Native Entities for Programs and Projects to Foster Digital Equity

Deadline: 11/17/26 Conference Date: 09/01/26

Grants to USA native entities, including Native Hawaiian organizations, Tribes, and Alaska entities for programs and projects to foster digital equity among Native populations. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to apply...

GrantWatch ID#: 217326

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Projects That Strengthen Farming Communities

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

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies in multiple states for projects that strengthen farming communities. Projects must take place within the Northeast region, which includes Connecticut, D...

GrantWatch ID#: 224753
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Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits and For-Profits in Multiple States for Community Programs and E...

Deadline: 09/02/26

Sponsorships to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations in multiple states for programs and events to positively benefit local residents in locations where the funding source has a business presence. Applicants must propose activities that mutually benefit the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 188041
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Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Agencies to Improve the Safety of Dams

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies to improve the safety of dams. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support a range of activities to create, maintain, and improve state dam ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203397

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Programs in Education, Human Needs, Environmen...

Deadline: 09/11/26 Conference Date: 09/03/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states and locations for activities to benefit local communities. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects and programs in the areas of environmenta...

GrantWatch ID#: 209905

Grants to USA Theatre Companies to Present the Works of American Playwrights

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to USA theatre companies to present the works of American playwrights. Funding is intended for national tours, regional debuts, education initiatives, audience development, and other activities that will advance the work of under-presented and/or unknown Am...

GrantWatch ID#: 231934

Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies in Multiple States to Support Events Foc...

Deadline: 09/10/26

Sponsorships of up to $5,000 to Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities to support events focused on improving public education. Funding is intended for applicants workin...

GrantWatch ID#: 186804

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, local and state government agencies, and public schools in multiple states to benefit local communities in the funding source's service area. Priority is given to programs that provide services to individuals with low- to mod...

GrantWatch ID#: 188042

Grants to USA Choreographers in Multiple States for Professional Development

Deadline: 09/14/26 Conference Date: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA choreographers in multiple states for professional development activities and projects. Individuals located in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont are eligible to apply. Funding is intended for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204737

Grants to USA Organizations in New England for Environmental Programming

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont environmental organizations to increase the impact of their services in local communities. Funding is intended for projects and activities that contribute to envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 170466

Grants to USA Community Nonprofits in Multiple States to Improve Conditions and Address Inequi...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts nonprofit community organizations to improve the quality of life and address inequities for older adults. Funding is intended to support general operational and capacity building expenses...

GrantWatch ID#: 218750

In-Kind Support to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Provide Clothing f...

Deadline: 09/18/26

In-kind support to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to provide clothing for children, youth, and young adults within the business footprint of the funding source. Grantees will receive gift cards that must be used to pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 223878

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Habitat Conservation and Restoration

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA government agencies, organizations, IHEs, private companies, and Tribes in multiple states for habitat conservation and restoration projects in the funding source's service area. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 200773

Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Protect Native Seed Supplies

Deadline: 09/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, and IHEs to protect and grow the national native seed supply chain. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Funding is intended to protect...

GrantWatch ID#: 231603

Grants to USA Youth-Serving Organizations and Schools to Support Rock Climbing

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA youth-serving organizations and schools to support rock climbing. Funding is intended for the purchase of rock climbing equipment that will provide a healthy activity and fitness opportunity for youth. Eligible applicants are in the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 222895

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Address Critical Needs in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to address critical needs in eligible communities. Funding is intended for health and wellness, hunger, education, and disaster relief programs. Requests may also be made in the areas of environmental causes, critical communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 134598

Grants to USA IHEs in New England States to Improve Teaching, Student Learning, and Affordabi...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut colleges and universities to improve undergraduate education. Funding is intended for initiatives to enhance teaching and learning practices and to encourage institutional cost c...

GrantWatch ID#: 180401

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Projects Related to Blindness or Wildlife Cons...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for projects related to blindness or wildlife conservation. Funding may be requested for project support. The geographic focus includes the Northeast region of the United States: Connecticut...

GrantWatch ID#: 205424

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Academic Institutions in Multiple States to Designate ...

Deadline: 10/12/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions in multiple states to promote local folklore and increase cultural tourism. Funding is intended to recognize folklife, legends, and folktales by marking important cultural sites....

GrantWatch ID#: 185907

Grants to USA Artists in Multiple States for Financial Support

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA individual artists in multiple states for financial support. Funding is intended to benefit mid-career visual artists. Eligible expenses include equipment, travel, rent, and supplies. Eligible applicants are located in Connecticut, M...

GrantWatch ID#: 172659

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States for Health, Education, Environment, ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofits and government agencies in multiple states for a range of programs that benefit local communities where the funding source operates. Funding is intended to support the priority areas of health, conservation and the environment, empowering ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174648

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for the Creation, Commission, Purchase, and Exhibi...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $7,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for the creation, commission, purchase, or exhibition of artistic works. Funding is intended to support mid-career visual artists. Eligible applicants are located in Connecticut, Maine, Massa...

GrantWatch ID#: 207358

In-Kind Donations of Gift Cards to USA Nonprofits and Title I Schools to Meet Basic Needs

Deadline: 10/16/26

In-kind donations of gift cards valued at up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and Title I schools in multiple states to meet the basic needs of individuals. Applicants must specify how and when gift cards will be distributed directly to needy individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230018
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