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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,582 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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3,582 grants found

Grants to Wyoming Libraries to Build Organizational Capacity

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Wyoming libraries for a broad range of activities that will enhance library capacity. Funding may be requested for training activities for library personnel and volunteers, the expansion of electronic and physical collections and patron resources, and ge...

GrantWatch ID#: 177009

Grants to New Brunswick Musicians and Groups for Career Development

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to New Brunswick groups and individual artists for career development. The purpose of this program is to increase the visibility of new musicians by providing professional development and enabling the production of new content. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 177495

Grants to Yukon Nonprofits, First Nations, Local Governments, Community Organizations, and Art...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Yukon nonprofit organizations, First Nations and local governments, industry and community associations, school and local advisory councils, and artist collectives for arts projects. Funding is intended for activities in the performing, literary, and vis...

GrantWatch ID#: 178090

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Individuals, Collaboratives, and Groups to Create and Pres...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Newfoundland and Labrador individuals, collaboratives, and groups to create and present artwork in diverse media. Grants may be used to support both emerging and established artists and groups. Funding may be used to support costs associ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179153

Grants to Central Oklahoma Organizations and Individuals to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Central Oklahoma organizations in eligible communities to address local community needs and for individuals in need of financial assistance. Funding is intended to support healthcare, education, disaster relief, personal needs, and community purpose. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 180480

Award to a Montana Individual for Contributions to Behavioral Health

Deadline: 09/15/26

Award of $10,000 to a Montana individual affiliated with a nonprofit organization, IHE, government agency, or tribal government for contributions to behavioral health and healthcare. The purpose of this program is to honor an individual who has demonstrated outsta...

GrantWatch ID#: 182216

Grants to Canada Researchers Affiliated with IHEs for Collaborative Humanities and Social Scie...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Canada researchers affiliated with qualifying IHEs for collaborative humanities and social sciences research. Funding is intended to provide support for joint research endeavors across a range of disciplines that will address the current...

GrantWatch ID#: 182338

Fellowships and Grants to USA Artists and Nonprofits in Multiple States for Activities Related...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of up to $10,000 to USA individual artists and practitioners in multiple states and grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for activities related to folk art and tradition. Funding is intended to support and perpetuat...

GrantWatch ID#: 182867

Grants to New Brunswick Artists and Professionals to Promote and Market Music

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Brunswick artists and industry professionals to promote music-related projects, services, and content. Funding is intended to further the development of the local music industry. Eligible activities include social media campaigns, vid...

GrantWatch ID#: 185428

Grants to North Carolina Teachers for Education-Based Technology

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to North Carolina educators in K-12 public schools and community colleges in eligible counties for education-based technology. Funding is intended to enhance learning by covering the cost of technology such as software, computers, tablets, C...

GrantWatch ID#: 185923

Grants to USA Visual and Media Artists and Choreographers for Urgent Medical Needs

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and territories visual artists, choreographers, and artists working in the film, video, digital, or electronic arts for urgent and unanticipated health care needs. Funding is intended to offset the financial impact of mental, dental, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 188553

Grant to a Caribbean Individual or Nonprofit for Environmental Research and Activities

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grant of up to $12,000 to a Caribbean individual or nonprofit organization for environmental activities and research. Funding is intended to address environmental concerns that are shared beyond one island or island state in the region. The grant is available to s...

GrantWatch ID#: 191102

Grant to a Minnesota Nonprofit, Business, or Group for Community Improvement Projects

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grant of up to $10,000 to a Minnesota nonprofit organization, business, group, or individual in eligible regions for an innovative community improvement project. Examples of eligible projects include those that improve the quality of life for local residents, addr...

GrantWatch ID#: 195246

Fellowships to USA Professionals for Projects Addressing Environmental Issues

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of $10,000 to USA professionals for projects addressing environmental issues. Project examples include, but are not limited to organization and partnerships, research and publications, and advocacy and communication. Projects should address one of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195630

Awards to Canada Rising Artists for Excellence in Digital Media

Deadline: 09/15/26

Awards of $5,000 to Canada rising artists for excellence in digital media. Submissions will be judged based on originality, concept, aesthetics, technique, and relevance. Artwork must have been completed within five years of the submission deadline date. The purpo...

GrantWatch ID#: 196299

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Projects Focused on Clinical Med...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of $40,000 per year to USA, Canada, and International researchers for research projects with a focus on clinical medicine. Projects may fall into one of the following disciplines: psychiatry, neurology, internal medicine, surgery, and pediatrics. The c...

GrantWatch ID#: 197951

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Research Projects and Partnerships

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with qualified institutions for research projects and partnerships. Applicants may submit proposals for research projects in a wide range of categories related to new industries and technologies. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197953

Prize to a Virginia Poet in Recognition of Outstanding Works of Poetry

Deadline: 09/15/26

Prize of $1,000 to a Virginia poet in recognition of outstanding works of poetry. The recipient of the award must be a poet born or living in Virginia or a past long-term resident. One submission will be selected to receive the prize and will be published in the o...

GrantWatch ID#: 198238

Grants to Arizona Residents, Nonprofits, For-Profits, Schools, and CBOs for Community Enhancem...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Arizona individuals, nonprofit organizations, community groups, businesses, and schools to enhance public spaces in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects that beautify the urban environment and provide lastin...

GrantWatch ID#: 198434

Housing Assistance to Colorado Individuals to Facilitate Living and Working in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/15/26

Housing assistance to Colorado individuals to facilitate living and working in eligible regions. Applicants may apply for assistance in the form of move-in assistance, rental assistance, and down payment assistance for home purchases. Funding is intended to assist...

GrantWatch ID#: 199174

Award to a USA Poet for a Book-Length Poetry Manuscript Translated to English from Spanish

Deadline: 09/15/26

Award of $1,000 to a USA poet for an original book-length poetry manuscript that has been translated from Spanish to English. The winning manuscript may address any topic and be composed in any style. The purpose of the award is to highlight and support Latinx and...

GrantWatch ID#: 202813

Grants to Minnesota Individuals and Groups to Strengthen Indigenous Communities

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota individuals and small groups to strengthen community and culture among Indigenous peoples in eligible locations. Funding is intended for supplies, materials, space rental, food, and compensation for program organizers and Indige...

GrantWatch ID#: 206193

Fellowships to Idaho Individuals for Humanities-Related Research

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of $5,000 to Idaho individuals for humanities-based research studies related to state-focused topics. Funding is intended to assist scholars and Tribal elders with humanities research in and about Idaho. The purpose of the program is to stimulate schol...

GrantWatch ID#: 206997

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Research an American Folk Singer

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to research an American folk singer and songwriter at an Oklahoma center. Research projects may take the form of audio or video presentations, writing, exhibitions, or other formats. The fel...

GrantWatch ID#: 210920

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Graduate Students to Use Library Collections for...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International graduate students to use the funding source's collections in the United States for their research. Fellows are expected to devote the majority of their time to conducting research but are also expected to get involved ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210923

Grants to Colorado Athletes for Participation in Programs at an Athletic Training Center

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Colorado athletes for participation in programs at a specific athletic training center. Funding is need- or merit-based and is intended to help athletes reach their potential and encourage their long-term enjoyment of mountain sports. For some recipients...

GrantWatch ID#: 214365

Fellowship to USA Scholars and Writers to Support Studies on Twentieth-Century Art

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowship to USA scholars and writers to support studies on twentieth-century art. Funding is intended for individuals who have proven their talent through accomplishments in the field, and are not currently in an academic program. The program is designed to supp...

GrantWatch ID#: 215501

Grants to Texas Teachers for Classroom Projects in a Range of Subjects

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Texas teachers for impactful classroom projects benefiting students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support quality classroom activities in a range of focus areas, including but not limited to arts, literacy, and STEM subjects. Eligible pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 215698

Fellowships to USA Women and Minority Ophthalmology MDs and PhDs for Glaucoma Research

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships to USA women and minority ophthalmology MDs, MD/PhDs, and PhDs for glaucoma research. The opportunity is intended for research related to the etiology, diagnosis, or treatment of glaucoma. During the fellowship, all fellows will be required to particip...

GrantWatch ID#: 216053

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research Related to US Politics

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals for political research at the funding source's facility in Michigan. Funding is intended to offset the cost of travel within North America and living expenses while conducting research. Eligible research address...

GrantWatch ID#: 216276

In-Kind Support of Software Subscriptions to USA Schools to Improve Literacy in Children

Deadline: 09/15/26

In-kind support of software subscriptions to USA educators, school administrators, and teachers to improve literacy in children in grades 3-8. Grantees will receive a full, free subscription to a literacy program to implement at their schools. The program is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 216445

Grants to Pennsylvania Businesses Owners for Improvements to Commercial Properties

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Pennsylvania business and property owners to upgrade commercial properties in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote building revitalization and support owners of businesses and business properties in their facade improvement ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217488

Grants to USA Artists Living with HIV to Support Their Ongoing Art Creation

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of $400 to USA artists living with HIV to support their ongoing art creation. Applicants must become members of the funding source at least one month before applying. Funding is intended for the purchase of materials or to cover any other expenses that will...

GrantWatch ID#: 218166

In-Kind Services to USA Artists Living with HIV to Digitize Eligible Audiovisual Materials

Deadline: 09/15/26

In-kind services to USA artists living with HIV to digitize eligible audiovisual materials. Grantees will have the opportunity to have analog video art, exhibitions, documentation of artwork, interviews, and performances digitized. Submissions on behalf of eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 218489

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals for Bee Science and Bee...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to £5,000 and grants of up to £30,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for projects related to bee science and beekeeping. Funding is intended for research activities, academic conferences, publication expenses, and ot...

GrantWatch ID#: 218579

Opportunity for USA Postdoctoral Scholars to Participate in a Research Program at Israeli IHEs

Deadline: 09/15/26

Opportunity for USA postdoctoral scholars to participate in a research program at higher education institutions in Israel. The program is open to researchers from any academic discipline. Fellows will receive a stipend, travel and relocation allowances, and other...

GrantWatch ID#: 219766

Fellowship Program for USA Postdoctoral Scholars to Pursue Research at an Academic Institution...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowship program for USA postdoctoral scholars to pursue research at an academic institution in Israel. The program is open to scholars from any academic discipline, with preference given to individuals with little to no professional experience in Israel. Fello...

GrantWatch ID#: 219767

Fellowships to USA Postdoctoral Scholars to Pursue Research in Any Academic Discipline in Isra...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships to USA postdoctoral scholars to pursue research in any academic discipline in a university in Israel. In addition to a stipend, fellows will receive reimbursement for travel, children's educational, and relocation expenses, as well as an opportunity to...

GrantWatch ID#: 219768

Research Fellowships for USA Scholars to Pursue Projects in Any Discipline in an Israeli Unive...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Research fellowships for USA scholars to pursue projects in any discipline in an Israeli university. Priority is given to applicants with very little to no professional experience in Israel, as well as applicants who have served in the United States military. Fell...

GrantWatch ID#: 219769

Research Fellowships in a Science Institute in Israel to USA Researchers to Pursue Projects an...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Research fellowships in a science institute in Israel to USA postdoctoral researchers to pursue projects and promote international cooperation. The program is open to scholars in any discipline. Priority is given to US military veterans and to individuals with les...

GrantWatch ID#: 219770

Fellowship to USA Postdoctoral Scholars to Pursue Research Projects at an Arts Academy in Isra...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowship to USA postdoctoral scholars to pursue research projects at an arts academy in Israel. While scholars from any discipline are accepted, researchers must demonstrate how their project relates to the academy's areas of interest: design, art, and architect...

GrantWatch ID#: 219771

Opportunity for USA Scholars to Participate in a Research Program at a Natural History Museum ...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Opportunity for USA scholars to participate in a research program at a natural history museum in Israel. The focus of the fellowship program is the pursuit of multidisciplinary research projects that broadly address topics related to biodiversity. Fellows will rec...

GrantWatch ID#: 219773

Fellowship Programs in an Israeli IHE for USA Academic Scholars to Pursue Research Programs

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowship programs in an Israeli institution of higher education for USA academic scholars to pursue research programs and advance mutual understanding. Postdoctoral scholars from any academic discipline may apply. Priority is given to US military veterans and to...

GrantWatch ID#: 219774

Opportunity for International Youth to Participate in a Science Competition

Deadline: 09/15/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International youth to participate in a competition to create content that inspires creative thinking in scientific concepts. Students ages 13 to 18 will be invited to create engaging video content related to concepts in the fields...

GrantWatch ID#: 220500

Grants to USA K-12 Educators to Support Their Work in the Classroom

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA K-12 educators to support their work in the classroom. Applicants must submit an original worksheet they have created to facilitate specific goals in their classrooms. In addition to a cash grant, winners will also receive membership to an innovative...

GrantWatch ID#: 220540

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Oncology Nurses for Continuing Education Opportunities

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA, Canada, and International oncology nurses for continuing education opportunities. Funding is intended for registration expenses related to attending professional development programs. Both virtual and in-person programs are eligible....

GrantWatch ID#: 220948

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual to Recognize Lifetime Achievement in Publi...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Award of $1,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual to recognize lifetime achievement in the field of public folklore. Award criteria include public engagement, community impact, quality of scholarship, publications, artistry, and impact on the disciplin...

GrantWatch ID#: 222477

Grants to USA Individuals to Defray the Costs of Adoption

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA individuals to defray some of the costs of adoption. The funder supports international, domestic, and foster care adoptions. Applicants must provide information about the state or country from which they are adopting, whether they ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 223321

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International PhD Candidates for Research with Israeli Researc...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International PhD candidates enrolled in an IHE for collaborative research work with Israeli researchers. Participants will gain experience in labs and departments in Israeli universities and must be hosted by a university faculty m...

GrantWatch ID#: 223796

Grants to Minnesota Individuals to Cover Expenses Related to Health Challenges

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of $2,500 and grants of $10,000 to Minnesota qualifying individuals for financial support for expenses relating to health challenges. Funding is intended to provide healing and strength for those facing life's most challenging circumstances. Eligible applic...

GrantWatch ID#: 223976
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