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Explore 3,612 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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Grants to Michigan Teenagers and Young Adults for Jewish Educational Experiences in Israel

Deadline: 01/01/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan teenagers and young adults from eligible regions for Jewish educational experiences in Israel. The program must be recognized by appropriate bodies. Applicants must show proven financial need. The goal of this program is to help...

GrantWatch ID#: 230636

Loans to Iowa Agencies, Businesses, Groups, and Individuals to Reduce Solid Waste

Deadline: 01/02/27

Loans of up to $25,000 to Iowa local government agencies, businesses, private and public groups, and individuals to reduce and divert solid waste from landfills. This program offers forgivable, zero-interest, and low-interest loans for the implementation of a broa...

GrantWatch ID#: 176723

Loans to Iowa Agencies, Groups, Individuals, and Businesses for Projects to Reduce Waste

Deadline: 01/02/27

Loans to Iowa local government agencies, groups, individuals, and businesses to reduce and divert solid waste from landfills throughout the state. The program offers low-interest, zero-interest, and forgivable loans for the implementation of a wide range of solid ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176821

Awards to Arizona Individuals and Organizations for Contributions to the Arts

Deadline: 01/03/27

Awards to Arizona individual artists, teachers, and organizations to recognize outstanding contributions to the arts in eligible communities. Awards are intended to honor exceptional achievements in the categories of art, science, and culture. Nominees must be lo...

GrantWatch ID#: 175860

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers to Advance the Use of Robotics in Surgery

Deadline: 04/09/27 LOI Date: 01/04/27

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with eligible institutions for research to advance the use of robotics in surgery. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Research areas of intere...

GrantWatch ID#: 224179

Fellowships to USA Scientists for Medical Research and Clinical Care Study in Nephrology

Deadline: 01/05/27

Fellowships of up to $90,000 per year to USA clinical scientists for nephrology-related medical research projects. Funding is intended to support full-time fellows in a scholarly environment, providing salary, training, and equipment expenses. Candidates are indiv...

GrantWatch ID#: 159588

Competition for International Photographers for Images in a Variety of Categories

Deadline: 01/05/27

Competition for USA, Canada, and International photographers for images in a selection of categories. The competition includes an award for the overall winner of the open competition and another for female photographers entering the competition, as well as 15 shor...

GrantWatch ID#: 215510

Opportunity for International Youth to Participate in a Photography Competition

Deadline: 01/05/27

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International young photographers to submit their favorite images and compete for prizes. The competition is open to applicants ages 19 and under. All genres, styles, and approaches are welcome. Photographers can enter up to three...

GrantWatch ID#: 215673

Grants to Saskatchewan Artists, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Indigenous Community...

Deadline: 01/07/27

Grants to Saskatchewan Indigenous artists, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and government agencies for programs and projects that strengthen Indigenous communities. Funding is intended for collaborative projects that combin...

GrantWatch ID#: 206006

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Scholars for Parkinson's Disease Studies

Deadline: 01/11/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career researchers affiliated with universities, research hospitals, or non-profit research institutions for research related to Parkinson's disease. Funding is intended to promote clinical research into any aspect of...

GrantWatch ID#: 210912

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Postdoctoral Researchers for Cancer Immunotherapy Res...

Deadline: 01/11/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International postdoctoral researchers for research projects related to cancer immunotherapy. The purpose of the program is to provide support to early-career researchers in advancing and developing their careers in the field of cancer r...

GrantWatch ID#: 221378

Grants to Colorado Educators to Increase Opportunities for All Students

Deadline: 01/11/27

Grants of up to $2,500 to Colorado teachers and educators to increase opportunities and accessibility for students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to reduce economic barriers to academic success. Priority is given to projects that expand access to resou...

GrantWatch ID#: 222788

Opportunity International Photographers to Participate in a Photography Contest

Deadline: 01/12/27

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International professional photographers over the age of 18 to participate in a photography contest. Photographers will compete for prizes including a financial award, equipment, and global exposure. Entrants must submit a series o...

GrantWatch ID#: 215511

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Doctoral Students for Research in Behavior Development

Deadline: 01/13/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International doctoral students for research in behavior development. Funding is intended for research in the areas of psychology, behavior analysis, education, and other related disciplines. Eligible research must focus on the behaviora...

GrantWatch ID#: 224945

Grants to International Organizations and Individuals to Promote Behavior Analysis

Deadline: 01/13/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals affiliated with an IHE or institution to promote behavior analysis throughout the world. Funding is intended to expand the reach of behavior analysis to people and organizations who wouldn't ot...

GrantWatch ID#: 225031

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Master's and Doctoral Students for Research in Behavi...

Deadline: 01/13/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Master's and Doctoral students to pursue research related to behavior analysis. Funding is intended for basic or applied research in the experimental analysis of behavior. Research topics must demonstrate relevance to resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 225032

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Graduate Student to Address DEI in Behavior Analysis

Deadline: 01/13/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International graduate student to address concerns related to DEI in the field of behavior analysis. Eligible applicants are enrolled in a graduate program in a department of education, behavior science, psychology, or ot...

GrantWatch ID#: 225033

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Promote Behavior Analysis

Deadline: 01/13/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to publicize the importance of behavior analysis. The purpose of funding is to promote the study of behavior analysis and the benefit of its employment when solving problems. Eligible publicity m...

GrantWatch ID#: 225034

Awards to Minnesota Artists to Honor and Support Exceptional Artistic Work

Deadline: 01/14/27

Awards of $3,500 to Minnesota artists in eligible counties to honor exceptional artistic work. Applications will be accepted from creatives, artists, and makers working in any medium or discipline, including but not limited to visual artists, literary artists, mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 182999

Grants to California Entities for Fast EV Chargers

Deadline: 01/14/27

Grants to California property agents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, government entities, and Tribes to acquire and install fast EV chargers throughout the state. Funding is intended for installation in public locations including medical facilities, grocery ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219953

Grants to Canada Musical Artists and Record Labels to Create Music Videos

Deadline: 01/14/27

Grants to Canada musical artists and record labels to create music videos. Applicants must create online profiles prior to applying. Funding is intended for preparation, creation, and presentation costs, including hiring a producer, video editor, videographer, tal...

GrantWatch ID#: 223011

Scholarships to Alaska Individuals to Pursue Health and Human Services Degrees

Deadline: 03/02/27 Conference Date: 01/14/27

Scholarships for Alaska individuals in eligible locations to pursue an academic degree in the health and human services fields. Scholarships are intended to support the applicant's commitment to education, improve economic mobility, and promote the health and well...

GrantWatch ID#: 177971

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists to Offset Financial Need

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individual mature artists to mitigate financial need. Eligible applicants include sculptors, printmakers, and painters who have been working as artists for at least twenty years. Funding is intended to help and encourage ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 172653

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and Mexico Native American Artists to Develop and Expand Their Art...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowships of $3,000 to USA, Canada, and Mexico Native American artists to develop and expand their artistic practice. Artists from a wide range of disciplines are eligible to apply. Fellows will also receive travel reimbursement, an allowance for supplies, studi...

GrantWatch ID#: 177372

Fellowships to USA and Israel Doctorate-Level Students for Agricultural Research

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowships to USA and Israel doctorate-level students to conduct agricultural research. Fellows will have the opportunity to work in a laboratory in the other country. This program will allow participants to build knowledge and skills in their field. Fellows will...

GrantWatch ID#: 177472

Grants to California Commercial Fishing Vessel Owners for Boat Safety Equipment

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to California owners of commercial fishing vessels based in eligible locations for the purchase of safety equipment. Funding is intended to provide financial reimbursements for life rafts and other boat safety items. Eligible fishing vessels are those with ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177521

Grants to California K-12 School Teachers for School Gardens

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of $1,200 to California K-12 school teachers to establish, sustain, and expand school gardens. Funding is intended to provide hands-on education in plant science, nutrition, and food production while promoting environmental stewardship, plant health, and st...

GrantWatch ID#: 177532

Awards to Tennessee Professional Artists for Outstanding Artwork

Deadline: 01/15/27

Awards of $5,000 to Tennessee artists in recognition of exceptional artwork. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days to complete. Awards will be presented to professional artists in the following disciplines: visual arts, theater, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178236

Awards to Canada Journalists and Outlets for Outstanding Economic or Social Injustice Reporting

Deadline: 01/15/27

Awards to Canada journalists, publications, and outlets for excellent journalism that has led to positive public policy changes and awareness of economic or social injustices. Prizes are intended for investigative reporting in a wide range of reporting genres. Ent...

GrantWatch ID#: 182553

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International College Students for Holocaust Research Projects

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and master's degree students for Holocaust-related research projects utilizing digital technology. Selected fellows will conduct studies at the funding source institution, supervised by a mentor, and will...

GrantWatch ID#: 187377

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International IHE Students for Research on American Themes

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Doctoral and Master's candidates to pursue research related to American themes. The purpose of the fellowships is to afford students the opportunity to avail themselves of the funding source's resources. Eligible resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 210915

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. Students for Research at a Library in Gree...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. students to conduct research projects at a library in Greece. The fellow will receive a stipend, room and board, and a waiver for fees associated with the host institution. The library's extensive collection is a...

GrantWatch ID#: 211916

Fellowships to USA and Canada Ph.D. Students for Greek History and Culture Research in Greece

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowships to USA and Canada Ph.D. students and scholars to conduct research related to Greek history and culture at a library in Greece. Fellows will engage in full-time research and participate in the academic life at the host institution. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 211917

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Musicians for Music Studies

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International researchers and career musicians for research studies related to music in the Mediterranean region. Studies will take place at an institution in Greece. In addition to a stipend, fellows will receive full room and boar...

GrantWatch ID#: 211918

Fellowship to USA, Canada, and International Pre-Doctoral Students to Study Archaeology at an ...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowship with a stipend of $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International pre-doctoral students to study archaeology at an institute in Greece. This is a full-time research position offering the student the opportunity to conduct research that focuses on issues relat...

GrantWatch ID#: 217797

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Scientists for Immunotherapy Cancer Research

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International scientists for innovative high-risk research projects related to immunotherapy treatments for cancer. The purpose of funding is to discover and develop new immunotherapy-based cancer treatments. Applicants are expected to c...

GrantWatch ID#: 221391

Grants to Utah Teams of Faculty at a Qualifying IHE for Projects to Advance the Study and Safe...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $50,000 to Utah teams of faculty at a qualifying institution of higher education for projects to advance the study and safe application of artificial intelligence. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of environment, health and welln...

GrantWatch ID#: 224070

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. Students for Orthodox Christian Studies Re...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. students to conduct research on Orthodox Christian studies at the host institution's extensive library. In addition to a stipend, fellows will receive full room and board and have access to the library's rare boo...

GrantWatch ID#: 224823

Grants to Minnesota Artists, Craftspeople, and Culture Bearers for Artistic Development

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $2,000 to Minnesota artists, artisans, craftspeople, and culture bearers in eligible locations for initiatives to promote artistic development. Funding is intended for equipment and materials, marketing, creative activities, and educational opportu...

GrantWatch ID#: 229800

Grants to South Dakota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Property Owners to Preserve and Restore Histo...

Deadline: 01/18/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to South Dakota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and individual property owners to interpret and protect historic sites and structures in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote the preservation, restoration, and int...

GrantWatch ID#: 180695

Grants to North Carolina Artists and Arts Organizations for Creative Projects

Deadline: 03/18/27 Conference Date: 01/18/27

Grants of up to $4,000 to North Carolina individual artists and arts organizations in eligible locations for creative arts projects. Funding is intended for original and innovative projects that emphasize collaboration. The highest priority will be given to projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 180398

Opportunity for North Carolina Students to Participate in an Arts Competition

Deadline: 03/18/27 Conference Date: 01/18/27

Opportunity for North Carolina students in eligible locations to participate in an arts competition and win prizes. The competition is open to artists aged 21 or younger who are pursuing a career in the arts. The focus of this year's competition is Performing Arts...

GrantWatch ID#: 223312

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Students to Enter a Documentary Competition

Deadline: 01/20/27

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International students in grades six through twelve to participate in a documentary competition. Winners receive cash prizes of up to $5,000. Students create a short documentary video, five to six minutes in length, about issues th...

GrantWatch ID#: 149468

Fellowships to USA Graduate Students for Programs to Study Abroad

Deadline: 01/20/27

Fellowships to USA graduate students for opportunities to study abroad. Students will study cultures and languages in eligible foreign countries. The purpose of the program is to offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge that will assist them with future go...

GrantWatch ID#: 150946

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Research and Innovation in the Field o...

Deadline: 01/20/27

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or group of individuals to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of environmental sustainability. Nominations will be accepted for scientists, urban development experts, economists, energy specialists,...

GrantWatch ID#: 177460

Awards to USA, Canada, and International PhD Students and Post-Docs for Research Training

Deadline: 01/20/27

Awards to USA, Canada, and International PhD students and postdoctoral fellows for laboratory-based research training opportunities. Funding is intended to help applicants learn new research techniques and to promote innovative, multi-disciplinary research related...

GrantWatch ID#: 192817

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Students for Parkinson's Disease Studies

Deadline: 01/20/27

Fellowships of $4,000 to USA, Canada, and International undergraduates and medical students to pursue Parkinson's disease research under the supervision of a mentor. Funding is intended to encourage studies that address the prevention, treatment, and cure of Parki...

GrantWatch ID#: 198784

Grants to Saskatchewan Researchers for Health-Focused Studies

Deadline: 01/21/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Saskatchewan individual researchers for studies and projects that improve health outcomes. Funding is intended to promote knowledge-focused activities in pertinent and practical settings and mediums, with the aim of improving the applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 211627

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Postdoctoral Researchers to Participate in a Sci...

Deadline: 01/22/27

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International postdoctoral students and recent graduates to participate in scientific research exchange programs in eligible countries. Funding is intended for the fellow to pursue postdoctoral research in a laboratory located in a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159200

Grants and In-Kind Support to Missouri Entrepreneurs for Business Development Support

Deadline: 01/24/27

Grants of $1,500 and in-kind support to Missouri entrepreneurs at nonprofit and for-profit organizations in eligible locations to develop new ideas. The program is intended as a professional development opportunity for first-time entrepreneurs in the early stages ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197308
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