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Grants for State, Local, Municipal & Tribal Governments

Find 3,180 active, human-verified grants for state and local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations, cities, counties, school districts, and public agencies. Explore funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers across the United States, Canada, and internationally, updated daily.

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3,180 grants found

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations, Agencies, and Schools to Add...

Deadline: 10/13/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit and faith-based organizations, local governments, and schools for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities that address issues related to poverty, including projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 205910
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Grants to Montana Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Schools to Benefit Residents in Rural Comm...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Montana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and schools to address health concerns in rural areas. Applicants must contact program staff before submitting a full application. Funding is intended for projects th...

GrantWatch ID#: 220796

Grants to New York Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and IHEs for EV Equipment Repair Courses...

Deadline: 12/03/26

Grants to New York nonprofit and for-profit organizations, municipalities, educational institutions, IHEs, and trade associations for EV equipment repair training courses. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations, and some applicants must prequali...

GrantWatch ID#: 228770
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Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies for Improved Behavioral Health Care

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, tribes, IHEs, and local governments for improved behavioral health care in rural areas. Funding is intended for minor renovation projects or equipment purchases to better serve individuals experiencing a behavioral healt...

GrantWatch ID#: 228686

Grants to New York Arts and Culture Nonprofits and Agencies for Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to New York arts and culture organizations, nonprofit organizations, and municipalities for community preservation projects. Applicants must submit a pre-application before being invited to submit a full proposal. Funding is intended for do...

GrantWatch ID#: 229126

Grants to Illinois Local Agencies to Address Household Waste Products

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants of up to $35,000 to Illinois qualifying local government agencies for programs related to the handling of waste products. Applicants must register and pre-qualify prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the collection, storage, and disposal of sha...

GrantWatch ID#: 215750

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations and government agencies for activities and projects that promote tourism in eligible areas. Funding is intended for the development, acquisition, and operation of tourism-related facilities. The grant program seeks to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 138127

Cooperative Agreements and Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and Tribes for Water Conservati...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Cooperative agreements and grants to USA agencies, nonprofit organizations, utility providers, and tribes in multiple states and territories for water conservation projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. All...

GrantWatch ID#: 199061

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, For-Profits, CBOs, Tribes, and Agencies to Address Racism in ...

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit and for-profit organizations, CBOs, tribes, and government agencies to address racism in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that inform policy, media, programs, services, products, and places. Eligible applicants ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 219737

Grants to Virginia Agencies, Tribes, and Nonprofits for Historical Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Virginia government agencies, Tribal entities, and nonprofit organizations for historical preservation projects. Funding is intended to mitigate adverse impacts to historic properties, their setting, and context. Projects may be acquisitions in fee simpl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230086

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits and Agencies for Environmental Preservation Projects

Deadline: 05/15/27 LOI Date: 10/16/26

Grants to Georgia government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and recreation authorities for environmental preservation projects. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to protect lands that are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190202
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies for Water-Related Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, Tribes, utilities, and government agencies for implementation, planning, and research projects. Funding is intended to support projects that address water-quality concerns in the southern area of the state. Eligible pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 230281
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Grants to Florida Agencies to Address Flood Risks

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Florida municipalities, counties, and other local government entities to address the impacts of climate change. Funding is intended to prepare and execute projects that address flood risks due to rising sea levels identified in a vulnerability assessment...

GrantWatch ID#: 204947

Grants to Virginia Entities for Out-of-School Enrichment Centers

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, faith-based organizations, and IHEs for community out-of-school enrichment centers. Funding is intended to improve outcomes for students at schools that are low-performing. Applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 153475

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Businesses, Agencies, and Individuals for Youth Recreation

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, businesses, school programs, government agencies, tribes, and individuals for outdoor recreation programs and projects serving underserved youth. Applicants are required to register prior to submitting a grant applicat...

GrantWatch ID#: 166766

Grants to Georgia Agencies and Tribes to Enhance Parks and Recreational Areas

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Georgia state agencies, local units of government, and tribal entities for projects that enhance parks and recreational areas. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to provide new or significantly improved recreation ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189062

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies to Enhance Public Transportation

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and government agencies for projects that enhance and upgrade transportation systems. Applicants must complete the required registration prior to applying. Funding is intended for public transportation...

GrantWatch ID#: 204234

Grants to Maryland Education Agencies for Transportation Initiatives for Qualifying Students

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Maryland education agencies for transportation initiatives for qualifying students. Funding is intended for transporting students to nonprofit educational institutions. Priority is given to schools with more than 40% of students eligible for or receiving...

GrantWatch ID#: 230496

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Schools, Tribal Organizations, and Agencies for Humanities Medi...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, schools, tribal organizations, and government agencies for humanities projects and programs. Eligible projects must feature a digital or media component, including television, radio, film, internet sites, and other digit...

GrantWatch ID#: 176649

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies for Public Humanities Programs

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies for public humanities programs. Funding is intended for activities, such as workshops, presentations, exhibitions, and lecture series, which involve community leaders and huma...

GrantWatch ID#: 184852

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Tribes or Clean Energy Projects

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, research institutions, tribal entities, IHEs, businesses, and government agencies ffor clean energy research. Funding is intended to support research, development, and demonstration projects that create and test innova...

GrantWatch ID#: 211309
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Grants to Virginia Agencies and Tribes to Develop Outdoor Recreation Spaces

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to Virginia government agencies and tribal governments to support the development of outdoor recreation sites and facilities. Funding is intended to support development, acquisition, and combination projects for a wide range of public outdoor recreation act...

GrantWatch ID#: 230895

Grants to South Carolina Agencies to Improve Local Services and Foster Economic Growth

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to South Carolina local governments, special-purpose districts, and public works commissions for capital projects that enhance local communities. Funding is intended to support community services, build capacity, and foster economic growth. Funds may be use...

GrantWatch ID#: 175491

Contracts for Services to Minnesota Counties and Tribes to Address Homelessness

Deadline: 09/09/26

Contracts for services to Minnesota counties and tribes to address homelessness. Funding is intended for integrated support services needed to stabilize individuals, families, and youth living in supportive housing. Priority will be given to proposals submitted on...

GrantWatch ID#: 198912

Grants to North Carolina Agencies to Improve Recreation in Disadvantaged Communities

Deadline: 11/01/27 LOI Date: 10/01/26

Grants to North Carolina state agencies, tribal entities, local government units, and special purpose districts to create or improve recreational areas for disadvantaged populations. Applicants must contact program staff and complete a pre-application prior to app...

GrantWatch ID#: 214034
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Grants to Maryland Agencies, NGOs, and Land Trusts for Activities to Beautify Public Areas

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Maryland government agencies, NGOs, and land trusts for activities to beautify public areas of the state. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for individuals in underserved communities by designating green spaces, creating gathering spaces...

GrantWatch ID#: 224183

Grants to Rhode Island Housing Authorities and Developers to Increase Affordable Housing

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to Rhode Island public housing authorities and nonprofit and for-profit housing developers to increase the supply of affordable housing in the state. Funding is intended for housing developments priced such that low- and moderate-income residents can attain...

GrantWatch ID#: 226947

Grants to California Entities for Environmental Preservation Projects

Deadline: 10/05/26 LOI Date: 09/04/26

Grants to California government agencies, tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and owners of shoreline property for environmental preservation projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that protect local habitats, provide flood managem...

GrantWatch ID#: 215586
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Grants to Ohio Entities to Develop Healthcare Clinics in Rural Communities

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government entities, and healthcare organizations for developing healthcare clinics in rural communities. Funding is intended for the implementation of clinics that will provide improved care to rural residents. Additi...

GrantWatch ID#: 230998

Grants to USA Watershed Groups in Multiple States to Manage and Protect Water Resources

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants to USA watershed groups, states, local agencies, nonprofit organizations, tribes, local and special districts, and interstate organizations in multiple states and territories for projects to address water management needs. Required registrations must be com...

GrantWatch ID#: 193418

Grants to California City, County, and Tribal Governments to Improve State Roadways

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to California city, county, and tribal governments for projects to improve roadways throughout the state. Funding is intended to address specific safety issues with the intent of decreasing injuries and fatalities on local roads. Eligible project categories...

GrantWatch ID#: 204645
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, civic groups, faith-based entities, and government agencies to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs and services within a range of focus areas includin...

GrantWatch ID#: 130105

Grants to New York Agencies for Projects to Benefit Low- to Moderate-Income Residents

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to New York local units of government for projects and programs to benefit low- to moderate-income families and individuals in eligible locations. Applicants must hold a public hearing prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for activities i...

GrantWatch ID#: 173684
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Grants to Arizona Neighborhoods for Community Building Activities

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Arizona neighborhoods in eligible regions for community building and improvement activities. Funding is intended to support programs, projects, services, and events that promote community spirit and engage local residents. Eligible activ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175866

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Agencies for Educational Projects

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and government entities for initiatives that improve educational access, student success, and family support in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full grant proposal. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 184636
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals for Historic Preservation

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, agencies, and individuals for historic preservation activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the acquisition, preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic properties. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 210791
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Grants to USA Arts Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes in Multiple States for Arts Programming

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit arts organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities in multiple states for community arts programming. Funding is intended for programs that expand audiences for regional artists, increase access to the arts, and b...

GrantWatch ID#: 222366
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Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies for Capital Improvements to Homeless Housing

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and government agencies for capital improvements to homeless housing and shelters in eligible locations. Funding is intended for rehabilitating existing buildings that serve low-income residents and are open to the publ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227911
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Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, schools, and government agencies for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is for projects that strengthen public safety, support families, and expand ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231134

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Agencies for Home Modifications for Veterans with Disabiliti...

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations and local governments to assist military veterans with disabilities in making home modifications. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to address the needs of low- and...

GrantWatch ID#: 173685

Grants to New York Entities for Home Repairs for Medicaid-Eligible Individuals

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to improve housing accessibility for individuals with disabilities who qualify for Medicaid coverage. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 173687

Grants to New York Entities for Critical Repairs in the Homes of Senior Citizens

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to assist senior citizens with critical home repairs that help prevent and correct health and safety hazards. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 173688

Grants to New York Entities to Modify the Homes of Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to New York local government agencies and nonprofit organizations for home modifications to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support home adapt...

GrantWatch ID#: 193460

Grants to New York Entities to Replace Mobile Homes for Low-Income Residents

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to replace derelict or damaged manufactured and mobile homes for low- and moderate-income individuals. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended f...

GrantWatch ID#: 193461
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Grants to Arizona Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Schools to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Arizona nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and schools for activities that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support capacity building activities, capital expe...

GrantWatch ID#: 160255

Grants to Florida Nonprofits, Businesses, Agencies, and Schools for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 09/16/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations, businesses, government agencies, and schools for environmental education and restoration activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote environmental stewardship and science literacy. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 174431
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Grants to Connecticut Entities to Assist Individuals with HIV

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit and for-profit organizations, health centers, health departments, and other healthcare providers in eligible locations to provide services related to HIV. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 197986
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Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies for Substance Abuse Awareness and Prevention

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and government agencies for substance abuse awareness and prevention activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for initiatives to prevent opioid overdose and misuse and for projects to increase community aware...

GrantWatch ID#: 231506

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Agencies for Capital Projects and Beautification Activi...

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and government agencies for capital improvements and beautification projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for outdoor enhancement projects such as sculptural and architectural works, monuments, parks, b...

GrantWatch ID#: 175432

Grants to Canada Organizations for Initiatives to Combat Racism

Deadline: 12/04/26 LOI Date: 09/02/26

Grants to Canada registered charities, nonprofit organizations, First Nations organizations, public institutions, and labor organizations for initiatives to combat racism. Applicants are required to submit an expression of interest prior to a full grant applicatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 222208
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