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Grants for Nonprofits & 501(c)(3) Organizations

Explore 8,907 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives spanning 61 grant categories and beyond, updated daily.

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8,907 grants found

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Ocean Science Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, and tribal entities on behalf of individual scientists for ocean science research projects. Funding is intended to support studies that promote the understanding of oceans and Great Lake...

GrantWatch ID#: 232460

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Charities for Unanticipated Community Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and registered charities to address unanticipated needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for organizations that assist residents in the wake of recent wildfires. Areas of interest include ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232492

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Charities for Disaster Recovery Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and registered charities for disaster recovery efforts in eligible regions. The purpose of funding is to provide long-term solutions to local disasters. Funding is intended to respond to recent wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 232493

Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Residents Affected by Wildfires

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and units of local government to benefit residents in eligible locations affected by a specific wildfire event. Funding is intended to assist communities, particularly with vulnerable populations, in recovering from wil...

GrantWatch ID#: 232506

Grants to California Nonprofits to Assist Families and Children

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to assist families and children in eligible locations. Funding is intended to ensure that children's mental, emotional, and physical needs are met. All projects and programs must serve families and children located in t...

GrantWatch ID#: 232508

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Support Older Adults

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs to support older adults in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that provide basic needs such as healthcare, housing, and food to seniors in the community. All programs must serve seniors in...

GrantWatch ID#: 232510

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Public Entities to Offset Storm Recovery Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $75,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations and public entities to offset storm recovery costs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for emerging community needs, including safety, basic needs, housing, and benefits access and navigation. Propose...

GrantWatch ID#: 232528
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How to Find & Apply for Nonprofit Grants in Your Area

Securing grant funding starts with identifying opportunities where your mission aligns with the funder's core objectives. Use the GrantWatch directory filters above to narrow your search by category, funding source, and deadline, covering education, healthcare, social justice, capital support, and operating expenses. GrantWatch.com provides subscribers with the most grants for nonprofits and small businesses, including funding for your nonprofit, 501(c)(3), NGO, education, religious or community organization, municipality, small business, individual, or tribal nation. Beyond grant search, GrantWatch is a full grant lifecycle platform, supporting every stage from prospecting through post-award reporting, with the Grant Prospecting Dashboard and Grant Funding Pipeline to track opportunities, GrantWatch Intelligence™ to uncover best-fit funders faster, and the AI Grant Writing Tool to accelerate proposal development.

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What types of nonprofit grants are available on GrantWatch?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for nonprofits across 61 categories, including Education, Health and Medical, Housing, Arts and Culture, Youth and At-Risk Youth, and Community Services, along with operating support, capital campaigns, and program expansion funding.

How often is the GrantWatch grant database updated?

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.

Can newly formed 501(c)(3) organizations apply for these grants?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm whether your organization qualifies.