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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,481 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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3,481 grants found

Grants to Minnesota Organizations and Individuals for Outdoor Beautification Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Minnesota organizations and individuals for a wide range of outdoor beautification projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for landscaping, gardening, horticultural, and other beautification initiatives. Eligible proposals ben...

GrantWatch ID#: 147156

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit and faith-based organizations, agencies, and schools for community benefit projects in eligible locations. Funding supports programs in the areas of animal welfare, agriculture, horticulture, environmental protection, arts and cult...

GrantWatch ID#: 152063

Grants to Manitoba Charities for Activities that Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Manitoba registered charities for community projects that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for residents in the focus areas of community services, recreation, culture, and education. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 152979

Grants to USA Students for Local Community Service Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA students ages 18 and under for service projects to benefit their local community. Funding may be used to support a variety of creative projects, such as improving school playgrounds, developing community gardens, and helping senior re...

GrantWatch ID#: 156531

Grant to a Canada Postgraduate Student for Research Related to Sustainable Energy

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grant of $15,000 to a Canada post-graduate student affiliated with an IHE for research projects in sustainable energy. Funding is intended to support the training and development of research skills while promoting the study of clean energy alternatives that reduce...

GrantWatch ID#: 164759

Grants to Pennsylvania Public Schools and Teachers in EligibleLocations for Classroom Projects...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Pennsylvania public schools and individual teachers in eligible locations for school supplies, equipment for classroom activities, and professional development opportunities. Funding priority is intended for projects that are not covered by...

GrantWatch ID#: 165321

Grants to USA K-5 Public and Private School Teachers for Creative Educational Programming

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA K-5 teachers at public and nonprofit private schools for creative educational programming. Funding is intended to increase student success rates in science, technology, engineering, and math by introducing original project-based learn...

GrantWatch ID#: 169676

Grants to North Dakota Businesses, IHEs, and Individuals for Agriculture-Related Tourism Activ...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to North Dakota companies, individuals, institutions of higher education, and groups to encourage agricultural tourism in rural areas of the state. Funding is intended to promote economic activity through agricultural tourism. Applicants are encouraged to c...

GrantWatch ID#: 170760

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Serve Individuals with Hearing or Vision Impairments

Deadline: 11/01/26 LOI Date: 10/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs, projects, and services to improve the lives of people with hearing loss and/or visual impairments. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. In most cases, o...

GrantWatch ID#: 174095

Fellowships to USA and Canada IHE Math Faculty Members to Extend Research Sabbaticals

Deadline: 10/01/26

Fellowships to USA and Canada math teachers and administrators at IHEs to support the extension of sabbatical research leaves from a single term to a full academic year. The fellowship program is intended to support theoretical mathematics research and will provid...

GrantWatch ID#: 174439

Grants to New Brunswick Emerging and Established Artists to Develop New Artistic Works

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to New Brunswick artists for the production of original arts projects. Funding is intended to enable artists to research, develop, and implement creative works in a range of artistic disciplines. Eligible applicants include professional artists who may be m...

GrantWatch ID#: 174688

Grants to West Virginia Artists to Enhance Artistic Skills

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to West Virginia artists to enhance artistic skills and promote career development. Funding is intended to support individual artists in improving or expanding their work by gaining the skills and support they need to develop a thriving arts...

GrantWatch ID#: 174689

Grants to USA Educators for Books, Art Supplies, Software, and Equipment to Enhance Learning

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA educators for projects and materials to enhance classroom learning. Funding is intended for a wide range of classroom materials, including but not limited to, books, calculators, math manipulatives, lab materials, software, art supplies...

GrantWatch ID#: 174880

Grants to Yukon Visual, Literary, and Performing Artists to Develop Professional Skills

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Yukon artists to develop professional skills and foster artistic creativity in local communities. Eligible uses of funds include arts-related projects, educational activities, or travel. Funding is intended to facilitate skills development of high-level ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175283

Grants to North Dakota For-Profits, IHEs, and Individuals for Agriculture-Related Marketing Ac...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to North Dakota businesses, IHEs, individuals, and groups to develop new marketing strategies for agricultural products and by-products. Funding is intended to support market analyses to develop data-driven marketing plans that will have a positive impact o...

GrantWatch ID#: 175331

Grants to North Dakota Farms to Expand Crop and Livestock Production

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to North Dakota farmers and farm operations for economic investment activities that expand their range of crops and livestock products. Priority funding is intended to assist family farm operations seeking to diversify the production of non-traditional crop...

GrantWatch ID#: 175342

Residencies to USA, Canada, and International Professionals for Research in Conservation or Re...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Residencies to USA, Canada, and International professional researchers working in the field of conservation to conduct research at the funding source's Los Angeles institution. Funding is intended to provide an opportunity for scholars, interns, fellows, and senio...

GrantWatch ID#: 176113

Grants to New York Organizations, Businesses, Groups, and Individuals to Improve the Quality o...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to New York organizations, small businesses, groups, and individuals in eligible locations for projects that improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to support small, grassroots initiatives that will contribute to increased self...

GrantWatch ID#: 176644

Grants to Alabama K-12 Teachers and Educators to Promote Agricultural Education

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Alabama teachers and other qualifying educators to support agricultural education for K-12 students. Funding is available for classroom-level projects that effectively integrate agricultural concepts into the curriculum. Funds may be used f...

GrantWatch ID#: 177218

Grants to South Dakota Organizations, Agencies, and Individuals for Historic Restoration Proje...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to South Dakota organizations, public agencies, and individuals to retain, rehabilitate, and restore historic structures, archeological sites, and buildings throughout the state. Sites may be used for commercial, public, or residential purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 177402

Grants to Saskatchewan Artists for Career Development Initiatives

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan artists for career development initiatives. Funding is intended to provide local artists with professional development and to support the creation, exhibition, and presentation of artwork. Eligible applicants include both artists at the earl...

GrantWatch ID#: 177865

Grants to North Dakota For-Profits, IHEs, Groups, and Individuals to Develop New Agricultural ...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to North Dakota companies, higher education agencies, groups, and individuals to develop technology that will improve agricultural production within the state. Funding is intended to support technological developments that add value to the state’s agricul...

GrantWatch ID#: 177913

Grants to New York and Vermont Nonprofits to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to New York and Vermont nonprofit organizations that work to promote education, health, and general civic or social betterment in eligible regions. Funding is also intended for disadvantaged women working as seamstresses or factory workers. Eligible applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 178713

Award to a South Carolina PreK-12 Teacher to Recognize Outstanding Agricultural Education

Deadline: 10/01/26

Award of $1,000 to a South Carolina PreK-12 teacher for the integration of agricultural concepts into the regular curriculum. Eligible nominees are teachers in nonvocational classroom settings who have instructed students on the importance of agriculture. Teachers...

GrantWatch ID#: 178764

Fellowships to Kentucky Scholars, IHE Teachers, and Graduate Students for Historical Research

Deadline: 10/01/26

Fellowships of up to $2,000 to Kentucky independent scholars, college and university teachers, and graduate students for historical research. Funding is intended to assist visiting scholars with costs incurred while exploring Kentucky's historical collections. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 178950

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Environmental Projects and Programs

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for environmental projects and activities in eligible regions. Some applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 178951

Grants to Minnesota Artists for Projects that Further Professional Development

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $3,600 to Minnesota artists and culture bearers in eligible regions for projects that advance artistic growth and professional development. Funding is intended to assist mid-career artists by providing support for art projects in any art discipline...

GrantWatch ID#: 179205

Grants to Oklahoma Individuals to Develop Agricultural Businesses and Agritourism Operations

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma individuals to develop and expand agricultural businesses. Applicants are required to obtain a letter of endorsement from an advisor who is a professional in the field for which they are applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179591

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, Groups, and Individuals for Preservation Initiatives

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations, public agencies, faith-based organizations, groups, and property owners for historic preservation projects and programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for the restoration, rehabilitation, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 179910

Grants to New Brunswick Artists and Arts Professionals to Research and Document the Arts

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Brunswick artists and arts professionals for activities to document the arts. Funding is intended to promote original documentation related to art products, activities, and history. The goal of the grant program is to encourage theor...

GrantWatch ID#: 180272

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, Groups, and Individuals for Charitable Community Proj...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, churches, groups, and individuals in eligible locations for charitable projects that address community needs. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for local resi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180683

Grants to Kansas Artists to Support Artistic Endeavors in the Performing or Visual Arts

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Kansas artists for support in pursuing opportunities or continuing endeavors in the visual or performing arts. Funding is intended to assist artists early in their careers who demonstrate merit and financial need, and who have roots in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 180887

Grants to Kentucky Agricultural Producers to Attend Training Activities and Events

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Kentucky agricultural producers for training and educational opportunities. Funding is intended for costs associated with attending conferences and workshops. Funding may also be requested for relevant books. Special consideration will be m...

GrantWatch ID#: 183132

Grants to Maine Artists for Unusual Art Projects that Foster Community Engagement

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of $10,000 to Maine artists for engaging and unusual art projects in any genre. Consideration will be given to projects that will be displayed in or outside conventional exhibition settings. Funding may be used for publications, web or media-based work, sit...

GrantWatch ID#: 184683

Award to a Kansas Individual, Organization, or Group for Community Contributions

Deadline: 10/01/26

Award of $500 to a Kansas individual, group of individuals, community organization, or civic group in eligible locations to recognize an achievement or contribution to the local community. The award is intended to honor an exceptional act of generosity performed d...

GrantWatch ID#: 185946

Grants to USA Educators for Professional Development Activities

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA educators for professional development materials and opportunities. Funding is intended for a wide range of expenses, including but not limited to those associated with in-services, conferences, and professional learning communities. Al...

GrantWatch ID#: 186493

Grants to Kansas Individuals and Organizations to Address Children's Health and Safety Needs i...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Kansas individuals and organizations to address children's health and safety needs in eligible counties. Funding is intended to address the vision and hearing needs of children or to provide organizations with resources for public health and safety proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 186657

Grant to a West Virginia Faculty at Undergraduate Institutions to Enhance STEM Programs

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grant of up to $40,000 to a West Virginia faculty at institutions of higher education to foster increased interest in science, math, engineering, and technology fields. Funding is intended to improve programs for undergraduate students through laboratory renovatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 186960

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Scientists for Parkinson's Disease Research

Deadline: 02/23/27 LOI Date: 10/01/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International early-career postdoctoral scientists and neurologists for research related to Parkinson's disease (PD). Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full application. The program offers two-year fellow...

GrantWatch ID#: 186991

Grants to West Virginia Faculty at Undergraduate Institutions to Purchase STEM Equipment

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to West Virginia faculty members at institutions of higher education for the purchase of modern equipment that will improve interest in science, math, technology, and engineering disciplines. Funding is intended for the acquisition of instr...

GrantWatch ID#: 187001

Grants to Ohio Artists in Eligible Areas to Create, Market, and Promote Artwork

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,200 to Ohio artists in eligible areas to promote, market, and create artwork. Funding may be used for expenses related to professional development, marketing, and promotion, and for the cost of supplies, materials, and resources to create new ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 187834

Grants to Alberta Organizations and Individuals for Heritage Conservation Workshops and Courses

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Alberta organizations and individuals for continuing education related to provincial conservation activities. Eligible use of funding is for professionals to attend a training course or workshop in a range of trades, including painting, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 187863

Grants to Colorado Agencies, Public Districts, For-Profits, and Nonprofits for Projects Relate...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Colorado agencies, public districts, and for-profit and nonprofit organizations for projects and activities related to local water supplies. Applicants must receive approval and register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189737

Grants to Washington Arts Organizations and Artists for Project and Operating Support in Eligi...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Washington arts and cultural organizations, community-based organizations, groups, and individual artists in eligible locations for project and operating support. Funding is intended for activities in a range of disciplines, including bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 189782

Grants to New York Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Property Owners to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to New York nonprofit organizations, businesses, government agencies, schools, and landowners to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote the area as a place to visit and improve the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190882

Grants to Michigan Teachers in Eligible Locations to Support Projects in Schools and Classrooms

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Michigan teachers in eligible locations to support educational projects and programs. Past grants have supported projects in Pre-K, elementary, middle, and high school classes and schools in the areas of arts and music, STEM, writing, and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 192098

Grants to Minnesota K-12 Girls to Support Participation in Recreational, Sports, and Arts Acti...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Minnesota girls in grades K-12 to foster self-esteem and personal development through a wide range of activities. Funding is intended to support purposes such as leadership, cultural, art, and educational programs; outdoor and wilderness ...

GrantWatch ID#: 192234

Opportunity for Wisconsin Individuals in Eligible Locations to Participate in a Contest for Ne...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Opportunity for Wisconsin individuals in eligible locations to participate in a contest for unique new products and business ideas. Winners will receive cash prizes or funding for business expenses. All applications are confidential and ideas remain the property o...

GrantWatch ID#: 192342

Grants to USA Researchers and Investigators for Equine Research

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to USA researchers and investigators for research related to horses. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full grant proposal. Funding is intended for research studies that benefit horses, owners, and the horse indu...

GrantWatch ID#: 192659

Grants to Canada Dancers and Dance Related Professionals to Support Activities Promoting Ukrai...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada dancers and professionals working in the field of dance to support activities related to Ukrainian Canadian dance. Funding is intended to assist with performance production costs, professional development, and promotion and marketing related to an...

GrantWatch ID#: 193573
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What types of grants are available for individuals on GrantWatch?

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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