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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,614 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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Fellowships to USA Researchers Affiliated with IHEs and Nonprofits for Collaborative Scientifi...

Deadline: 04/14/27

Fellowships to USA and territories researchers affiliated with institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations for collaborative scientific research activities. The purpose of the program is to provide career development opportunities for fellows and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212808

Neuroscience Work Experience for USA Undergraduate, Graduate, and Postgraduate Students

Deadline: 04/15/27

Opportunity for USA undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students to gain experience in the field of neuroscience at a hospital in California. Applicants attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities are encouraged to apply, as well as students from ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200913

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Senior Folklore Scholar to Recognize Lifetime Achieve...

Deadline: 04/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International senior scholar to recognize lifetime achievement in the field of folklore. The purpose of the award program is to honor outstanding scholarly work over the course of the individual's career. In addition to the monet...

GrantWatch ID#: 222474

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Scholars and Publishers for Outstanding Books Related...

Deadline: 04/15/27

Awards to USA, Canada, and International scholars and publishers to recognize outstanding published works related to folklore. The purpose of the award program is to honor book-length works related to folklore from around the world. Books may be either physically ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222478

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Folklorist to Recognize Outstanding Lifetime Accompli...

Deadline: 04/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International folklorist to recognize outstanding lifetime accomplishments in the field. Nominees will be judged by their work in the field, including publications, awards, work positions, honors, and any other evidence that demo...

GrantWatch ID#: 222483

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Scholar to Honor Leadership in the Field of Folklore

Deadline: 04/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International scholar to honor leadership and accomplishments in the field of folklore. The purpose of the award is to recognize exceptional leadership in teaching, program development, advising, organizational development, and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 222484

Grants to Pennsylvania Female High School Students for Enrichment Programs and Supplies

Deadline: 04/15/27

Grants to Pennsylvania female high school students in eligible regions for enrichment programs and supplies. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Students must be attending public and charter schools and come from a low-income, singl...

GrantWatch ID#: 225478

Grants to Minnesota Culture Bearers and Artists for Public Arts Projects and Activities

Deadline: 04/15/27

Grants of up to $6,000 to Minnesota individual culture bearers and artists for public arts projects and activities to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support high-quality initiatives led by artists, including but not limited to clas...

GrantWatch ID#: 229801

Grant to Maine Small Businesses for Business Development

Deadline: 04/15/27

Grant of $1,000 to a Maine small business owner or entrepreneur in eligible locations for business development. Funding supports entrepreneurs with low to moderate incomes to strengthen and grow their businesses. Priority is given to cosmetology businesses, first-...

GrantWatch ID#: 231002

Fellowship to a Minnesota Artist to Foster Artistic Growth

Deadline: 04/22/27

Fellowship of $5,000 to a Minnesota individual artist in eligible counties to celebrate and support work in a range of artistic areas. The fellowship program is intended to help promote and honor deserving artists and to enable them to pursue their art and further...

GrantWatch ID#: 163528

In-Kind Donations of Plants and Resources to Florida PreK-12 Teachers for School Gardens

Deadline: 04/30/27

In-kind donations of plants and classroom resources to Florida PreK-12 teachers to establish school gardens throughout the state. Funding is intended to educate students through outdoor learning, heighten their appreciation of the state's plants and animals, and p...

GrantWatch ID#: 170657

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Research on Brain Tumors

Deadline: 09/30/27 LOI Date: 04/30/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for research related to brain tumors. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for basic and translational medical research projects that will improve the...

GrantWatch ID#: 197044

Scholarships to Colorado Women Pursuing Secondary Education Degrees

Deadline: 04/30/27

Scholarships to Colorado women pursuing secondary education degrees. The purpose of the scholarship program is to aid women with demonstrated financial need. The goal is to enable women to achieve self-sufficiency through pursuing educational opportunities and car...

GrantWatch ID#: 214111

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Businesses, Agencies, and Individuals ...

Deadline: 04/30/27

Grants of up to $25,000 USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, agencies, and individuals for environmental conservation projects. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of stewardship, conservation, and education. Projects may be ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217574

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

Fellowship to a USA, Canada, or International Artist to Support New Botany-Related Work

Deadline: 05/31/27

Fellowship of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International emerging artist for the development of new work related to gardens, plants, or landscapes. Funding is intended to support a visual artist, literary artist, musician, filmmaker, poet, playwright, performance ...

GrantWatch ID#: 196916

Fellowship to a USA, Canada, or International Scholar to Support Research Related to Botany

Deadline: 05/31/27

Fellowship of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International emerging scholar or researcher for the development of work related to the arts, culture, and history of landscapes, gardens, and plants. Funding is intended to support a fellowship program focusing on the hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 196917

Fellowship to a USA, Canada, or International Researcher for Studies Related to Plants

Deadline: 05/31/27

Fellowship of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual emerging scientist for research studies related to plants. Priority funding is intended to support an individual whose work involves organismal plant biology. The fellowship program includes a two...

GrantWatch ID#: 196918

Fellowship to a USA, Canada, or International Scholar for Studies Related to Conservation

Deadline: 05/31/27

Fellowship of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International emerging scientist, scholar, or practitioner for studies related to plants. Funding is intended to support an individual whose work and research involve plant and landscape conservation. The fellowship progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 196919

Residencies to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Support Botany-Related Studies

Deadline: 05/31/27

Residencies to USA, Canada, and International individual artists, researchers, scholars, conservation practitioners, scientists, and writers for studies related to gardens, plants, and landscapes. Funding is intended to support project creation alongside other res...

GrantWatch ID#: 196920

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
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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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