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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,480 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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3,480 grants found

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Teachers, Students, and Community Members to Improve Publi...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and individual students, teachers, administrators, and residents for projects that improve educational outcomes in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities t...

GrantWatch ID#: 180934

Grants to Massachusetts Educators, Students, and Individuals to Enhance Public Education in El...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Massachusetts teachers, administrators, students, and community members to enhance education in public schools in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve students' scholastic and overall success. Eligible programs benefit residen...

GrantWatch ID#: 181129

Grants to Connecticut Individuals and Nonprofits to Enhance Education in a Local School

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Connecticut students, teachers, school administrators and staff members, parents, nonprofits, and community members in eligible areas to enhance the quality of education in a local school. Priority will be given to proposals that rely on ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181208

Grants to Oklahoma Artists for Public Art, Community Projects, and Professional Development

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Oklahoma individual artists for a range of programs and projects that promote the visual arts. Funding is intended to assist artists in the creation of new works for public presentation, the implementation of community projects, participation in professi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181226

Award to a Minnesota K-12 Teacher for Contributions to Agricultural Education

Deadline: 10/15/26

Award of up to $2,000 to a Minnesota K-12 teacher or team of teachers to recognize exceptional creativity and contributions to agriculture-focused learning. The award is intended to honor an educator who has successfully incorporated agriculture into his or her te...

GrantWatch ID#: 182289

Grants to Indiana Youth Partnering with Nonprofits for Charitable Projects

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Indiana youth working with a nonprofit organization to develop service projects that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote youth involvement and encourage philanthropy for the next generation of c...

GrantWatch ID#: 182786

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Researchers for Wildlife Protection Pr...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and individual researchers for wildlife and plant protection initiatives. Priority will be given to species facing a high risk of extinction, especially endangered and critically end...

GrantWatch ID#: 186060

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

Deadline: 03/05/27 LOI Date: 10/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International scientists with a PhD or MD for original Parkinson's disease research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. All applications must demonstrate a significant research focus and impact on Parkinson's dise...

GrantWatch ID#: 187217

Grants to New York School Staff, Students, and Community Members to Enhance Education for Teac...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to New York school administrators, teachers, students, scholars, artists, and community members for projects that enhance educational experiences for teachers and students in eligible regions. Priority will be given to projects that signific...

GrantWatch ID#: 194432

Grants to USA Individuals to Train for Horse Riding Events

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA individuals to participate in horse riding events. Funding is intended to support the education and development of competitive riders. Grant funds may also be requested for specific travel expenses. The purpose of this program is to educate, inspire,...

GrantWatch ID#: 196783

Grants to New York Community Members, School Staff, and Students for Humanities, Arts, and Edu...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to New York community members, administrators, teachers, parents, and students for educational projects and arts and humanities programs that benefit local students in eligible regions. Interested applicants must contact staff prior to submi...

GrantWatch ID#: 198270

Grants to Colorado Individuals for Youth Extracurricular Activities

Deadline: 10/15/26

Financial assistance to Colorado individuals in eligible locations for youth participation in extracurricular activities. Funding is intended to help cover participation fees for non-academic programs for children and youth from birth through age 18. The purpose o...

GrantWatch ID#: 199171

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, School Staff, and Individuals for Educational Projects

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, community members, school staff, parents, and students in eligible regions to enrich and enhance the educational experience of local teachers and students. Funding is intended to ensure the highest l...

GrantWatch ID#: 201088

In-Kind Engineering Services to USA, Canada, and International Artists for Sculpture Production

Deadline: 10/15/26

In-kind grants to USA, Canada, and International artists for the production of sculptures. The purpose of this program is to help artists in need engineer large-scale art sculptures by providing mechanical and structural engineering services. Services may include ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204854

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Students, School Staff, and Residents for Educational Enri...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, students, parents, school personnel, and community members for projects to improve the educational experience for teachers and students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206231

Grants to New York School Staff and Students for Educational Enrichment Activities in Eligible...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $3,500 to New York school staff and students for educational enrichment activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for innovative and exciting projects that enhance the opportunities and skills of local students. Projects should benefit ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213757

Grants to Yukon Nonprofits, For-Profits, Individuals, and First Nations to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Yukon individuals, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and First Nations governments and entities to promote local tourism. Funding is intended to support the development of early-stage entrepreneurs offering attractions and services in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214570

Grants to Massachusetts Teachers, Students, Organizations, and Community Members in Eligible A...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts teachers, students, organizations, and community members in eligible areas to improve education. Funding is intended to support a range of projects, including but not limited to extra-curricular ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 214728

Grants to Connecticut Teachers, Community Members, and Students in Eligible Areas to Improve A...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut teachers, community members, and students in eligible areas to improve athletic and physical activities for students. Funding is intended to support a wide range of activities, including but not limited to summer camps, transp...

GrantWatch ID#: 214729

Grants to Massachusetts Community Members, Teachers, and Students in Eligible Areas to Improve...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Massachusetts community members, teachers, administrators, and students in eligible areas to improve the educational experience in local schools. Funding is intended to support projects including but not limited to library resources, inde...

GrantWatch ID#: 214731

Grants to New York Parents, Teachers, and Community Members in Eligible Locations to Enhance t...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to New York parents, teachers, and community members in eligible locations to enhance the arts and humanities in the local school district. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives, including but not limited to field trips, libr...

GrantWatch ID#: 214732

Grants to New York Parents, Community Members, Administrators, and Teachers in Eligible Areas ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to New York parents, community members, administrators, and teachers in eligible areas to improve education in the local schools. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to new programs, visiting speakers, and professional developme...

GrantWatch ID#: 214734

Grants to Massachusetts Teachers, Students, Community Members, and Administrators in Eligible ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Massachusetts teachers, students, community members, and administrators in eligible areas to improve the local school district. Funding is intended to enhance the educational experiences of students. Grants from the fund will support the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214735

Grants to New York Students, Teachers, and Community Members in Eligible Locations to Improve ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to New York students, parents, teachers, community members, and administrators in eligible locations to improve arts and humanities in the local school district. Funding is intended to support an array of initiatives, including but not limit...

GrantWatch ID#: 214737

Grants to Massachusetts Students, Community Members, and School Personnel in Eligible Areas to...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Massachusetts students, community members, and school personnel in eligible areas to enhance education at the local school district. Funding is intended to support a range of projects, including but not limited to class field trips, libra...

GrantWatch ID#: 214738

Grants to Georgia Teachers for Creative Projects that Enhance Educational Outcomes

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Georgia public school teachers for creative programs that enhance the educational experience for students. Funding is intended for innovative projects and activities designed to improve learning outcomes and make a measurable impact on st...

GrantWatch ID#: 214866

Grants to New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut Nonprofits, and Individuals to Promote Soci...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut nonprofit organizations, individuals, entrepreneurs, and community-based groups to promote social justice and address racial inequities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support BIPOC-owned, -centered,...

GrantWatch ID#: 215145

Grants to USA Early-Career Equestrian Riders for Professional Development

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA early-career equestrian riders for professional development. The purpose of the grant program is to support the development of young riders who have not had experience competing with a senior team. Eligible uses of funds include training, travel, liv...

GrantWatch ID#: 215527

Awards to USA Individuals for Accomplishments in the Equestrian Sport of Eventing

Deadline: 10/15/26

Awards to USA individuals to recognize exceptional contributions to the equestrian sport of eventing. In addition to a $5,000 monetary award, recipients will be honored at an annual convention. The award money is intended to assist recipients in furthering their w...

GrantWatch ID#: 215531

Grant to a USA Professional Equestrian Rider for Financial Assistance to Participate in Elite ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grant of $5,000 to a USA professional equestrian rider for financial assistance. Funding is intended to support riders over the age of 26 who are struggling financially to participate in eventing competitions. Priority is given to riders who compete with horses th...

GrantWatch ID#: 215532

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Fitness Research

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for fitness research. Funding is intended for Master's or Doctoral students conducting research in the area of physical strength and conditioning. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216160

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Investigators for Fitness Research

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 10/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career researchers employed at IHEs, hospitals, and research institutions for fitness research. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for young researche...

GrantWatch ID#: 216162

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Fitness Research Projects

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 10/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators employed at IHEs, hospitals, and research institutions for fitness research projects. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for senior investigators...

GrantWatch ID#: 216163

Grants to Utah Individuals and Groups to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Utah individuals and groups to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support a wide range of initiatives, including but not limited to projects of an educational, physical, or environmental ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216946

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Entities to Promote Speculative Fiction

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, for-profits, churches, municipal organizations, and individuals for projects to promote writing in the speculative fiction genre. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities, including semina...

GrantWatch ID#: 217974

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers, Organizations, and Charities for Medical...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International academic researchers, scientific and educational organizations, and public charities for research projects. International applicants must contact the funder prior to applying. The purpose of the grant program is to foster r...

GrantWatch ID#: 219160

Grants to Wisconsin Teachers, Students, Staff, and Parents of Eligible School Systems for Inno...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Wisconsin teachers, students, staff, and parents of eligible school systems for innovative projects. Funding is intended for projects that will deliver educational experiences in creative ways. Successful projects have the possibility to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220818

Grants to USA Individuals to Follow Equestrian Pursuits

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA individuals to follow equestrian pursuits. Funding is intended to support individuals interested in pursuing horsemanship programs, those training to become event coaches, and individuals seeking to qualify as event officials. Eligible applicants are...

GrantWatch ID#: 224308

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHE Faculty That Are Engaged in Chinese Studies to Su...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHE faculty that are engaged in Chinese studies to support research and writing or a sabbatical. Funding is intended to support humanities and social science projects in the focus area of Chinese civilization. Priority will...

GrantWatch ID#: 225790

Grants and In-Kind Donations to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for the Purchase of...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants and in-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International individuals for animal research technology. The purpose of the program is to support wildlife research related to endangered species and conservation. Priority will be given to projects that combine bo...

GrantWatch ID#: 226203

Grants to USA Individuals and Families Affected by a Neurological Disease for Respite Care

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA and territories individuals and families affected by a neurological disease for respite care. Funding is intended to help people diagnosed with ALS cover expenses related to patient care. Only individuals with a confirmed medical diagnosis of ALS are...

GrantWatch ID#: 226246

Grant to a USA Graduate Student for Medieval Art and Architecture Research

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grant of $750 to a USA graduate student for medieval art and architecture research. Applicants should be early-stage graduate students that focus on art that coincides with the medieval world. Eligible uses of funds include research and the dissemination of findin...

GrantWatch ID#: 227413

Grants to North Carolina Arts Nonprofits and Artists to Address Space Needs

Deadline: 10/15/26

In-kind grants to North Carolina nonprofit arts organizations, artists, and arts administrators in eligible locations to address onging space needs. The grant offers facility support by providing space for operations, including office space, meeting space, rehears...

GrantWatch ID#: 227992

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits, Families, and Individuals to Benefit Local Community Organi...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 per year to North Dakota nonprofit and charitable organizations, families, and individuals to benefit local community organizations and residents in regions served by the funding source. Funding is intended to support projects and programs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228017

Grants to Wisconsin Organizations and Individuals for Activities to Benefit Recipients

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Wisconsin organizations, individuals, and agencies for charitable activities to benefit recipients in eligible locations. Eligible uses of funding include civic projects, youth programs, financial assistance, and more. Eligible applicants...

GrantWatch ID#: 228075

Grants to Georgia Teachers for Innovative PreK-12 Classroom Projects

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Georgia teachers in eligible locations for creative classroom projects in grades Pre-K through 12. Funding is intended to assist teachers whose projects demonstrate the most innovative goals, learning objectives, student involvement, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230871

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Mid-Career Researchers for Fitness Research

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 10/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International mid-career researchers affiliated with IHEs, hospitals, and research institutions for fitness research. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for researchers e...

GrantWatch ID#: 231139

Grants to Colorado Landowners to Protect Wildlife Habitat

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Colorado landowners to protect wildlife habitat. Funding is also intended to increase access to land for recreational activities such as hunting and viewing wildlife, while also protecting migration corridors and habitats for vulnerable species such as t...

GrantWatch ID#: 231214

Grants to Colorado Students for Creative Pursuits

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $500 to Colorado students in eligible locations for creative pursuits. Eligible students are in grades 6-12 and may apply themselves or be nominated by a teacher. Funding is intended for offsetting the costs of creative pursuits, such as music less...

GrantWatch ID#: 231577

Grants to California K-12 Teachers for Educational Projects Related to Water

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to California K-12 teachers and groups of teachers in eligible locations for school and classroom projects that teach about the importance of water. Funding is intended to supplement learning with projects that promote understanding of water...

GrantWatch ID#: 148714
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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.

Do individuals need a nonprofit sponsor to apply for grants?

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.