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Explore 3,482 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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3,482 grants found

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Funding Source Member to Recognize Volunteerism

Deadline: 04/30/27

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International funding source member to recognize outstanding volunteerism. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge and honor a service volunteer who demonstrates commitment and dedication to supporting, promoting, and growing ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222907

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Students to Develop Practical, Innovative Solut...

Deadline: 05/01/27

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International students and teams of students ages 4-18 to participate in a competition to develop innovative solutions to global problems. The competition was designed to inspire youth from around the world to solve real-life probl...

GrantWatch ID#: 180979

Grants to USA Independent Researchers for Military History Research Projects

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants to USA individuals for research projects on military history. Funding is intended for research on topics that have not been previously investigated in depth. The research will be conducted at a military heritage center. Veterans, minorities, women, and indi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181948

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Early-Stage Jewelry Designers for Activities to Promote Busi...

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants and in-kind support to USA early-stage jewelry designers for career-building activities. In addition to the cash grant, merchandise, feedback, and industry recognition will be given to emerging entrepreneurs who work primarily in silver. The purpose of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 188787

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Schools, and Teachers in Eligible Communities to Enhance S...

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, schools, and teachers in eligible communities to enhance science education. Funding is intended to support the acquisition of resources and classroom equipment that engage students in the STEAM lear...

GrantWatch ID#: 195032

Scholarships and In-Kind Support to USA Individuals for Secondary Chemistry Teacher Education

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $6,000 and in-kind support to USA individuals preparing for careers as secondary chemistry or science educators. Funding is intended to offset education costs and provide ongoing mentoring as recipients complete graduate-level training or tea...

GrantWatch ID#: 202881

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Registered Nurse to Evaluate the Efficacy of an Evide...

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grant of up to $20,000 to a USA, Canada, or International registered nurse to evaluate the efficacy of an evidence-based practice model in clinical settings. Funding is intended to support projects that are nurse-led but may be inter-professional in design. Projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 215421

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Diversity in the Field of Folklore

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars, graduate students, and other individuals for projects to foster diversity in the field of folklore. Funding is intended for community scholarship projects and to cover expenses related to attending...

GrantWatch ID#: 222487

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Graduate Students to Pursue Projects in the Field of ...

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of $4,000 and grants of $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students to pursue projects in the field of folklore. Funding is intended for expenses related to fieldwork that contributes to the student's thesis or dissertation. The purpose of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 222488

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Authors of Works Related to Catholicism

Deadline: 05/01/27

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International authors of works related to Catholicism. The purpose of the awards program is to recognize and promote the works of scholars in vernacular Catholicism. Eligible nominated works should be interdisciplinary, with a focus on t...

GrantWatch ID#: 222531

Grants to USA and Canada High School Math Teachers for Data Science Lessons

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada high school mathematics teachers to develop lessons related to data science. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. The purpose of the program is to support the development and implementati...

GrantWatch ID#: 231170

Grants to USA and Canada Math Teachers and Coaches for Tools and Tech to Teach Math

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada PK-12 mathematics teachers and math coaches affiliated with schools and institutions to incorporate tools and technology in the teaching of mathematics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 231172

Scholarships to USA and Canada IHE Students to Pursue Math Teaching Careers

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada college sophomores and graduate students to pursue degrees in teaching secondary education mathematics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended to provide financi...

GrantWatch ID#: 231173

Awards to USA and Canada Math Teachers to Recognize Exemplary Career Accomplishments

Deadline: 05/01/27

Awards to USA and Canada mathematics teachers to recognize exemplary career accomplishments in math education. Nominees must be members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the award is to honor distinguished achievement in math education at the na...

GrantWatch ID#: 231174

Scholarships to USA and Canada IHE Students to Pursue Careers in Teaching Math

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada college and university students to pursue careers in teaching mathematics. Applicants must become members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the fund is to support students seeking to teach middle or...

GrantWatch ID#: 231175

In-Kind Membership to USA and Canada IHE Students to Pursue Math Teaching Careers

Deadline: 05/01/27

In-kind grants of membership enrollment to USA and Canada higher education students pursuing degrees in teaching math. Students must be members of the funding source's organization and must be in their final year of studies towards a degree in teaching math at any...

GrantWatch ID#: 231176

Scholarships to USA and Canada Grade 6-12 Math Teachers for Professional Development

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $3,000 to USA and Canada mathematics teachers for grade 6-12 students to pursue professional development related to specific topics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for education in...

GrantWatch ID#: 231177

Scholarships to USA and Canada IHE Students Pursuing Careers in Teaching Math

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada college and university students to pursue studies in teaching mathematics. Applicants must become members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the fund is to assist students seeking to teach elementar...

GrantWatch ID#: 231178

Scholarships to USA and Canada IHE Students Pursuing Careers in Teaching Math

Deadline: 05/01/27

Scholarships of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada college and university students to pursue studies in teaching middle and high school mathematics. Applicants must become members of the funding source's organization. The purpose of the fund is to assist students see...

GrantWatch ID#: 231179

Grants to USA and Canada Schools and Organizations for Math Teacher Professional Education

Deadline: 05/01/27

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada math organizations, schools, and school districts for professional education for math teachers. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Eligible expenses include materials, consultants, registration...

GrantWatch ID#: 231180

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and IHEs to Strengthen the Marine Economy

Deadline: 05/03/27

Grants to Alaska nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and IHEs to strengthen the marine and seafood economy. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for marine education, workforce dev...

GrantWatch ID#: 229993

Grants to USA Military Service Members and their Dependents to Receive Equestrian Training

Deadline: 05/15/27

Grants of $1,000 to USA current and former military service members and their family members to receive equestrian training. Funding is intended to provide beneficiaries with dressage educational experiences that are outside the rider's typical training plan. Exam...

GrantWatch ID#: 208121

Rebates to Texas Residential Property Owners for the Planting of Trees in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 05/15/27

Rebates to Texas residential property owners for the planting of trees in eligible regions. The program provides a rebate to participants who purchase and plant qualifying trees. Eligible trees are those determined to be appropriate for the region's rainfall level...

GrantWatch ID#: 224617

Grants to New York Individual Artists, Groups, Nonprofits, and Schools for Arts Projects

Deadline: 05/31/27

Grants of up to $1,000 to New York individual artists, groups, museums, schools, theaters, and other community nonprofit arts or cultural organizations in eligible communities for arts projects. Projects should positively impact the cultural life and needs of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 145137

Grants to Arizona Artists, Organizations, and Schools for Public Performances and Projects

Deadline: 05/31/27

Grants of up to $4,000 to Arizona artists, organizations, schools, and institutions of higher education for public performances and projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that increase, support, and motivate the performing arts. Funded ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197341

Grants to Nova Scotia Owners of Heritage Properties for Preservation Activities

Deadline: 05/31/27

Grants to Nova Scotia owners of heritage properties in eligible regions for preservation activities. Funding is intended for projects on building exteriors, including roof work, window repairs, and painting. Eligible applicants are municipally-registered heritage ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214960

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Contributions in the Field of Mathemat...

Deadline: 05/31/27

Award of $8,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual for contributions in the study of mathematics. The purpose of the program is to give recognition to Ph.D.s for outstanding publications in the field. Eligible nominees must have works that were publishe...

GrantWatch ID#: 219832

Awards to California Dentists for Outstanding Service to Disadvantaged Populations

Deadline: 05/31/27

Awards to California dentists for exceptional contributions to the field of dentistry. The purpose of the award program is to recognize California dentists for outstanding service to disadvantaged populations. Award recipients are honored for a long work history...

GrantWatch ID#: 222630

Grants to Washington Business and Property Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 05/31/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington business and property owners for neighborhood development projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to enhance the appearance and functionality of business entran...

GrantWatch ID#: 225977

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Education, Health, and Human Services for the Underserved in...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for education, health, and human services programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to benefit underserved populations. Special consideration will be given to organizations that address the needs of children ...

GrantWatch ID#: 146965

Award to a Nova Scotia Teacher, Supervisor, or Administrator to Recognize Contributions to the...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Award to a Nova Scotia health and physical education teacher, supervisor, or administrator to recognize outstanding contributions to the development of physical and health education. Eligible nominees are individuals who have demonstrated leadership on multiple le...

GrantWatch ID#: 158397

Awards to Nova Scotia Provincial and Regional Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School Health ...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Awards to Nova Scotia elementary, middle, or secondary health education teachers in eligible school boards for outstanding teaching achievements. Two levels of nominations are offered: regional nominations and provincial/regional nominations. The purpose of the aw...

GrantWatch ID#: 158398

Grants to USA Individuals, Organizations, and Institutions to Preserve Amateur Video

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals, organizations, and institutions to preserve home and amateur film and video and transfer those materials to digital format. The program's vision is to preserve the histories of local culture and make these materials avail...

GrantWatch ID#: 162322

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits for Musical Performances in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for high-quality musical performances benefiting residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote cultural music, including symphony orchestras, smaller orchestras, bands, and choral societies; and musicia...

GrantWatch ID#: 181592

Awards to Nova Scotia Teachers for Excellence in the Fields of Health and Physical Education

Deadline: 06/01/27

Awards to Nova Scotia young teachers to recognize exceptional contributions to the fields of physical education and health education. Awards are intended to honor individual PE and health teachers, up to the age of 34, who demonstrate excellence and exemplify outs...

GrantWatch ID#: 192466

Awards to Nova Scotia Teachers in Recognition of Exceptional Physical Education Instruction

Deadline: 06/01/27

Awards to Nova Scotia teachers in eligible school boards in recognition of exceptional physical education instruction. The award is open to teachers in elementary, middle school, and secondary school. The purpose of the award is to honor teachers who have instille...

GrantWatch ID#: 220550

Grants to Colorado Qualifying Young Girl Hockey Players to Support Participation in the Sport ...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to Colorado qualifying young girls to support participation in the sport of hockey. Funding is intended to assist girl hockey players ages 7-10 of Hispanic heritage with hockey association membership and registration fees. The purpose of the program is to m...

GrantWatch ID#: 220964

Grants to USA Scholars and Graduate Students to Support Expenses of History Projects Conducted...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to USA scholars and graduate students to support expenses of history projects conducted through interviews. Funding is intended for the costs of travel and accommodations incurred by meeting with interviewees, as well as for equipment purchases. The purpose...

GrantWatch ID#: 222789

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Massage Therapists for Interesting Published Case Rep...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International massage therapy practitioners and students to win cash prizes for interesting published case reports that impact the massage therapy profession. The purpose of the contest is to provide opportunities for therapists to...

GrantWatch ID#: 225927

Grant to Iowa Researchers and Faculty Members for Studies Related to Science and Space

Deadline: 06/12/27

Grant of $40,000 per year to Iowa qualifying investigators and faculty members for engineering and research projects related to science and space. Projects that engage undergraduate students will be considered favorably. Funding is intended for research projects t...

GrantWatch ID#: 221141

Scholarships to New Jersey Women to Pursue Educational Opportunities

Deadline: 06/15/27

Scholarships of $1,000 to New Jersey Individuals in eligible locations to pursue educational opportunities. Funding is intended for women aged 21 years or older who are full- or part-time students. The purpose of funding is to help non-traditional students who hav...

GrantWatch ID#: 158562

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Nonprofits, Arts Groups, and Artists for Productions ...

Deadline: 06/15/27

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit arts organizations, professional arts groups, professional artists, and groups of artists for tours to schools located throughout the province. Applicants are required to register with the funding source prior to submi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181503

Residencies to USA Poets and Literary Scholars for Poetry and Literary Arts

Deadline: 06/15/27

Residencies with a $4,000 stipend to USA poets, literary scholars, and poetry translators for dedicated time to develop their creative or scholarly work. The purpose of the program to provide a peaceful supportive retreat for advancing poetry and literary arts thr...

GrantWatch ID#: 213755

Grants to Connecticut Students, School Staff, and Community Members for Athletics Programs

Deadline: 06/15/27

Grants to Connecticut teachers, school staff, students, and community members for projects that promote athletics and physical fitness among students in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support programs that enable students to improve their competitiveness...

GrantWatch ID#: 213756

Awards to USA Current or Former Educators at IHEs for Inspiring Students to Contribute to Soci...

Deadline: 06/15/27

Awards to USA professors, instructors, and teachers at IHEs to honor educators who have inspired students to contribute to society. Nominees may be current or former academic faculty members whose influence on their former students brought them to establish a conc...

GrantWatch ID#: 219865

Awards to USA, Canada, and International IHE Students in the Field of Folklore to Attend a Con...

Deadline: 06/15/27

Awards of $500 to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students working in the field of public folklore. The award funds will be used to cover costs related to attending an annual conference hosted by the funding source. Eligible nominees are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222497

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual to Attend a Literary Conference

Deadline: 06/15/27

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual to attend a literary conference. The award is intended for a folklorist who works in public programming to attend an annual meeting. Funding is intended to offset the costs of meeting registration, lodging, trans...

GrantWatch ID#: 222522

Grant to USA and International Educators to Participate in an Educational Conference

Deadline: 06/15/27

Grant of up to $500 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International educators to participate in an educational conference. This funding opportunity is designed to provide financial support for the participation of up to two K–12 educators, museum-based ins...

GrantWatch ID#: 222542

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual to Participate in a Literary Conference

Deadline: 06/15/27

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual to participate in a literary conference. Funding is intended for a folklorist whose work revolves around women's issues. The award will offset costs related to conference registration, transportation, lodging, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 222577

Grants to Iowa Faculty at Eligible IHEs for Programs that Support STEM Education

Deadline: 06/25/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa faculty members at eligible institutions of higher education for programs that promote STEM education. Funding is intended to support the development of STEM-related curricula that focus on improving student skills. The grant will s...

GrantWatch ID#: 162048
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