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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,486 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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3,486 grants found

Grants to USA Weightlifters and Weightlifting Coaches for Professional Development

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants to USA weightlifters and weightlifting coaches for professional development opportunities. Funding is intended for education advancement courses that lead to certification. The purpose of funding is to encourage and enable the attainment of continuing educa...

GrantWatch ID#: 216166

In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Fitness Professionals for Professional Devel...

Deadline: 02/15/27

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International fitness professionals for professional development. The purpose of funding is to enable and encourage talented fitness professionals to enter the fitness industry. The chosen applicant will receive a variety of pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 216167

Grant to a USA Law Enforcement Officer to Purchase Strength Training Equipment

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA law enforcement officer to purchase strength training equipment. Funding is intended to provide a law enforcement officer with the tools needed to improve their health and safety through enhanced physical training, including strength...

GrantWatch ID#: 217384

Scholarships to USA Undergraduate Students for Studies in Advertising, Marketing, and PR

Deadline: 02/15/27

Scholarships of $2,500 to USA undergraduate students at a qualifying IHE to support studies related to marketing, advertising, and public relations. In addition to receiving funding, successful applicants will participate in a trip that includes career development...

GrantWatch ID#: 222581

Scholarships to USA Graduate Students for Studies in Advertising, PR, and Marketing

Deadline: 02/15/27

Scholarships to USA graduate students at IHEs to pursue studies in marketing, advertising, or public relations. Successful applicants will receive funding and participate in career development workshops and activities. Full-time Master’s degree students with a m...

GrantWatch ID#: 222631

Scholarships to USA Undergraduates and Graduates for Studies in Healthcare Communications

Deadline: 02/15/27

Scholarships to USA undergraduate and graduate students attending a four-year IHE for studies related to marketing and communications in the healthcare industry. Successful applicants will receive scholarship funding and attend a career development program. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 222632

Grants to Ohio K-12 Teachers and School Staff to Promote STEM Education

Deadline: 03/29/27 Conference Date: 02/17/27

Grants of $2,500 or grants of $5,000 to Ohio teachers and school personnel to promote STEM education in kindergarten through 12th grade. Funding is intended to support the development of new, sustainable classroom programming related to science, technology, engine...

GrantWatch ID#: 210282

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 02/23/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government entities, faith-based entities, individuals, and schools for community benefit initiatives in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229225

Grants to USA Researchers at IHEs, Nonprofits, and Agencies for STEM-Based Research Studies an...

Deadline: 02/26/27

Grants to USA researchers affiliated with IHEs, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies for studies related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects. Funding is intended for programs and conferences designed to promote STEM education ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204476

Grants to TX Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals for Arts Projects

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit and for-profit organizations and individuals for arts-related performances, projects, and events in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support new programs, individual projects, or a full season of events, programs, and performances...

GrantWatch ID#: 169580

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Individuals for Community Projects and Self-Fulfillment Ef...

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of up to $50,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations and individuals in eligible locations for community benefit projects and higher education. Funding is intended to support capital maintenance projects, education and training, program expansion, and sci...

GrantWatch ID#: 218781

Grants to British Columbia Individuals for Higher Education in the Health Field

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of $2,500 to British Columbia individuals in eligible locations to pursue a career in medical science or healthcare-related fields. Funding is intended to support individuals committed to enhancing health and wellness and who are actively enrolled in a reco...

GrantWatch ID#: 226665

Grants to British Columbia Individuals to Promote Professional Development

Deadline: 02/28/27

Grants of $5,000 to British Columbia individuals in eligible locations to pursue higher education in the fields of nursing and welding. Funding is intended to promote professional development and help individuals who work hard, care deeply, and want to give back t...

GrantWatch ID#: 226666

Grants to Minnesota Artists to Promote Professional Development

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of $9,000 to Minnesota individual artists and culture bearers in eligible counties for professional development activities and supplies. Funding is intended to encourage and support professional artists in all artistic media and in all stages of their caree...

GrantWatch ID#: 154648

Grants to USA Organizations, Agencies, and Individuals for Projects to Promote Rock Climbing

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to USA organizations, government agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that promote rock climbing. Applicants requesting large amounts or land acquisition support must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects to...

GrantWatch ID#: 172915

Grants to Mississippi Master and Apprentice Artists to Support Traditional Art Forms

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of $3,000 to Mississippi master and apprentice artists to support the teaching and practice of traditional art forms. Applications are submitted jointly by the master and apprentice artists. Funding is intended to promote the preservation and development of...

GrantWatch ID#: 177833

Grants to USA Individuals to Research Native American History

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $3,500 to USA individuals to conduct research on Indigenous peoples of the continental United States and Canada. Preference will be given to younger researchers with a doctorate. Funding is intended for research in the areas of Native American ling...

GrantWatch ID#: 178514

Fellowships to Mississippi Professional Artists to Support and Honor Outstanding Work

Deadline: 03/01/27

Fellowships of up to $5,000 to Mississippi individual artists to support and honor outstanding work. Funding is intended to help artists in select artistic disciplines advance their careers and enhance their ability to create new work. Professional artists working...

GrantWatch ID#: 179374

Grants to North Dakota Schools, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Energy Efficiency Pr...

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $50,000 to North Dakota schools, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and government agencies for projects and activities that address energy efficiency. Funding is intended for future projects that promote the benefits of energy efficiency and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187586

Grants to Mississippi Artists and Other Individuals to Promote the Arts Throughout the State

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Mississippi artists and other individuals for projects that promote the arts throughout the state. Funding is intended to support projects initiated by artists in any discipline as well as projects initiated by others that benefit Mississippi artists. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 194273

In-Kind Grants to New York Landowners to Preserve Local Waterways in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 03/01/27

In-kind grants of trees and technical assistance to New York property owners to preserve and protect local watersheds in eligible regions. The program is intended to offer free support and plantings to landowners interested in restoring riparian buffers (transitio...

GrantWatch ID#: 208320

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for the Cost of Travel for Research

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students, scholars, and researchers to offset the cost of travel for research. Applicants should contact the funding source to ensure the eligibility of their research project prior to applying. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 212986

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Groups to Promote Tourism in Eligible ...

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, individuals, and businesses for programs that promote tourism and strengthen economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve access to and participation in events, tournaments, and spor...

GrantWatch ID#: 217208

Grants to USA Individuals and Nonprofits for Photography Programs

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA individuals and nonprofit organizations for photography programs. Funding is intended for professional development, organizing and cataloging photographs, exhibitions, artist residencies, and educational programs for K-12 students. T...

GrantWatch ID#: 221914

Grants to Canada Indigenous Screen-Based Companies and Individuals for Travel Expenses

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $4,500 to Canada Indigenous companies and individuals that create screen-based content for travel expenses related to professional development activities. Funding is intended for expenses to attend conferences, festivals, markets, and participate i...

GrantWatch ID#: 223062

Grants to New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania Artists for Original Projects

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of $500 and in-kind support to New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania emerging artists in eligible regions to create original projects and advance their professional growth. Benefits include art supplies, studio access, storage space, and consu...

GrantWatch ID#: 223680

Scholarship to an Alberta Young Writer to Pursue Higher Education

Deadline: 03/01/27

Scholarship of $7,000 to an Alberta young writer to pursue higher education. Funding is intended to recognize a talented writer and assist them in attaining their educational goals. A wide variety of literary genres are eligible, including fiction, poetry, graphic...

GrantWatch ID#: 225073

Scholarship to an Alberta Film or Video Arts Student to Pursue Their Undergraduate Studies

Deadline: 03/01/27

Scholarship of $7,000 to an Alberta film or video arts student to pursue their undergraduate studies. Funding is intended to assist an individual who has already shown strong talent in the video arts and who has clear goals. Individuals from diverse backgrounds ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 225074

Scholarship to an Alberta Dance Student to Offset Undergraduate Program Costs

Deadline: 03/01/27

Scholarship of $7,000 to an Alberta dance student to offset undergraduate program costs. This program is intended to support a talented young dancer as they pursue additional training in any genre of dance. The student must be enrolled in an eligible program in or...

GrantWatch ID#: 225076

Scholarship to an Alberta Visual Artist to Pursue Undergraduate Studies

Deadline: 03/01/27

Scholarship of $7,000 to an Alberta visual artist to pursue undergraduate studies. Eligible visual arts include sculpture, painting, drawing, printmaking, and other materials. The awarded individual should show strong talent and potential and should have clear tra...

GrantWatch ID#: 225077

Scholarships to USA Archivists and Librarians for a Virtual Course on Genealogical Research Fo...

Deadline: 03/01/27

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International archivists and librarians for a virtual course on genealogical research focused on African Americans. Course is offered in July. Funding is intended for applicants who help patrons with research and are committed to e...

GrantWatch ID#: 225320

Grants to Minnesota Artists and Culture Bearers for Professional Development

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $2,000 to Minnesota artists to promote professional development. Funding is intended to support expenses related to exhibiting, performing, or producing creative work; purchasing materials or equipment to create works of art; educational opportunit...

GrantWatch ID#: 226322

Grants to Indiana Troop Leaders to Benefit Boy Scouts

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Indiana individuals to assist boy scouts in eligible locations. Funding is intended for Boy Scout and Cub Scout troop leaders who are seeking to support local boy scouts who are attending scout camp. Eligible applicants are troop leaders who reside in a...

GrantWatch ID#: 227543

Grant to a Montana High School Teacher to Encourage Them to Teach in Rural Schools

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grant to a Montana high school teacher in eligible regions to encourage them to teach in rural schools. The purpose of the grant is to support teachers currently working in Class B or smaller school districts, as well as those interested in teaching in these distr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228229

Grants to Arkansas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals to Preserve Historic Resources

Deadline: 03/03/27

Grants to Arkansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and private property owners to protect and enhance historic properties throughout the state. Funding is intended to help offset limited financial resources, which may be an obstacle to the preservati...

GrantWatch ID#: 177955

Grants to Minnesota Artists for Professional Development and Artistic Achievement

Deadline: 03/05/27

Grants of up to $6,000 to Minnesota professional artists for artistic achievement and career development in eligible regions. The grant is designed to enable artists to learn new professional or artistic skills, conduct planning and research for creative projects,...

GrantWatch ID#: 178120

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Educators to Address Sustainable Development Goals Wi...

Deadline: 03/08/27

Grants of $3,000 to USA, Canada, and International educators in collaboration with middle school or high school students to address Sustainable Development Goals that affect their communities. Eligible educators are employed at public or private schools, education...

GrantWatch ID#: 225363

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Oncologist for Research Related to Veteran Cancer

Deadline: 03/11/27

Grant of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career oncologist to support research in clinical oncology related to veterans. Requests will be accepted from either oncologists who themselves are United States veterans, or from oncologists who wish to p...

GrantWatch ID#: 224810

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Physician for Research on Mantle Cell Lymphoma

Deadline: 03/11/27

Grant of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career physician to conduct research studies on mantle cell lymphoma. Funding is intended to support a clinical or preclinical research project under the supervision of a mentor that will advance the unders...

GrantWatch ID#: 224812

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Oncologist for Lymphocytic Leukemia Research

Deadline: 03/11/27

Grant of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career oncologist to carry out research on chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Funding is intended to support a preclinical or clinical research project under the supervision of a mentor that will improve the und...

GrantWatch ID#: 224814

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Oncologist for Research to Advance Early Diagnosis

Deadline: 03/11/27

Grant of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International qualifying physician to conduct research studies in clinical oncology centered on early-stage detection. Funding is intended to support a clinical or preclinical research project conducted by an early-career onco...

GrantWatch ID#: 231459

Grants to Virginia Arts Organizations, CBOs, and Artists for Arts Programming in Eligible Loca...

Deadline: 03/15/27

Grants to Virginia arts and community-based organizations, and individual artists for arts programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs in a range of disciplines including music, visual arts, literature, dance, theater, media, film, and vide...

GrantWatch ID#: 168356

Grants to Yukon Families for Sports and Recreation Activities for Children and Youth

Deadline: 03/15/27

Grants of up to $500 per child to Yukon families to subsidize sports and recreation activities for children and youth. Funding is intended to help children from income-eligible families participate in sports within the territory. Grants may be used for registratio...

GrantWatch ID#: 181478

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Cancer Studies

Deadline: 03/15/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International researchers at universities, hospitals, and institutions for projects related to the study of cancer. The funding source encourages proposals addressing a broad range of cancer research, including theoretical and exper...

GrantWatch ID#: 190813

Grants to New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts Youth to Participate in Arts Enrichment

Deadline: 03/15/27

Grants of up to $800 to New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts young people in eligible locations to participate in arts-related enrichment programs during the summer. Funding is intended to assist youth between the ages of 13 and 19 with activities that include...

GrantWatch ID#: 202587

Fellowships to Alaska K-12 Arts Teachers for Continued Education and Arts Projects

Deadline: 03/15/27

Fellowships to Alaska K-12 arts educators to advance their artistic skills and promote professional development through continued education and arts projects. Funding is intended to support art activities and attendance at art-making workshops, institutes, festiva...

GrantWatch ID#: 203715

Grants to Massachusetts Small Companies to Promote Business Development

Deadline: 03/29/27 LOI Date: 03/15/27

Grants of up to $2,000 and grants of up to $8,000 to Massachusetts small companies to encourage business development in eligible regions. Applicants must submit an eligibility form and contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist retail, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210705

Grants to Ohio Individuals, Nonprofits, and Agencies to Benefit Communities isn Eligible Count...

Deadline: 03/15/27

Grants to Ohio government agencies, schools, faith-based entities, individuals, and groups to improve the quality of life in eligible counties. Funding is intended for projects and activities that promote the greater good of society through charitable works and ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 217710

Scholarships to USA and Canada High School and College Students for Training and Education Rel...

Deadline: 03/15/27

Scholarships to USA and Canada high school and college students for training and education to pursue careers in the dude ranch industry. Funding is intended for studies in a wide range of fields that have relevance to the industry. Scholarship recipients must comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 221336

Grants to Wisconsin School Districts, Administrators, and Community Members to Enhance Educati...

Deadline: 03/15/27

Grants of up to $2,000 to Wisconsin school districts, administrators, and community members to enhance education programs in eligible areas. Funding is intended to provide new opportunities, experiences, and materials for students that cannot be afforded through t...

GrantWatch ID#: 222970
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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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