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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,608 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 Minnesota Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Entrepreneurs for Business Initiatives in Eli...

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Minnesota nonprofit and for-profit organizations and entrepreneurs for business initiatives in eligible locations. Eligible projects include building construction and renovation, equipment and supplies purchases, workforce development, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 225640

Grants to Canada Early-Career Researchers and Indigenous NGOs to Improve Child and Youth Healt...

Deadline: 09/22/26 LOI Date: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Canada early-career researchers affiliated with eligible nonprofit organizations, and Indigenous NGOs for research studies to improve child and youth health. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229101

Grants to Illinois Business and Property Owners for Capital Improvements

Deadline: 09/30/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants to Illinois industrial and commercial business and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for improvements to building exteriors, interiors, mechanical systems, and most other permanent building improveme...

GrantWatch ID#: 176275

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits and Residents for Research Projects Related to Local History

Deadline: 10/04/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Kentucky individuals for research projects related to local history. Applicants must obtain a letter from an accredited Kentucky repository before applying. Funding is intended to assist amateur or professional oral historians with histor...

GrantWatch ID#: 178863

Grants to Kentucky Institutions, Organizations, and Individuals to Preserve Oral History

Deadline: 10/04/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants to Kentucky institutions, organizations, and individuals for costs associated with preserving and cataloging oral history interviews. Grants support the transcription or indexing of existing oral history interviews in Kentucky repositories. Priority is give...

GrantWatch ID#: 178905

Grants to Kentucky Organizations and Individuals to Present Oral History Collections

Deadline: 10/04/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Kentucky organizations to present oral history collections. Individuals and other organizations may apply in partnership with a suitable repository. Funding is intended to support the presentation of oral history collections in a range of...

GrantWatch ID#: 184053

Grants to California Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Stormwater Managem...

Deadline: 11/16/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants to California nonprofit and for-profit organizations, property owners, and government agencies for stormwater management projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for green infrastructure projects that replace impervious surfaces with plantings an...

GrantWatch ID#: 186167

Grants to California Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Stormwater Projects

Deadline: 11/16/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants to California nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for projects to upgrade stormwater infrastructure in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve the functionality of the area's sewer system by decreasing the a...

GrantWatch ID#: 208818

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits and Artists for Career Development and Arts Projects

Deadline: 10/06/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Arizona nonprofit organizations and artists in eligible locations for professional development and community arts projects. Funding is intended for projects that will improve the ability of artists in the region to practice their craft. A...

GrantWatch ID#: 219054

Grants to North Carolina Public School Entities for Projects to Enhance Equity

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina public school students, staff, families, and community members in eligible areas for projects to enhance equity and opportunities. Proposals must align with the focus areas of empowering youth, strengthening wellbeing, adva...

GrantWatch ID#: 223266

Grants to Pennsylvania Entities for Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiatives

Deadline: 09/28/26 Conference Date: 09/02/26

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals, nonprofit and community-based organizations, and businesses for violence prevention and intervention programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended for anti-violence initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods and address ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232502
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Fellowships to Israel and Germany Scholars for Social Sciences and Humanities Research

Deadline: 09/03/26

Fellowships to Israel and Germany post-doctoral scholars working in all social sciences and humanities fields to promote academic research. The fellowships, which will take place in Israel, are intended for applicants who are social scientists and creative humanis...

GrantWatch ID#: 126824
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Grants to Ontario Professional Artists for Writing and Producing New Music

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario professional musicians in eligible regions for music projects. Funding is intended to support the creation and production of new music. Individuals may apply for funding in the areas of recordings and compositions. The purpose of...

GrantWatch ID#: 159275
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Awards to Canada Early Career Researchers for Outstanding Heart Disease and Stroke Research

Deadline: 09/03/26

Awards to Canada early-career researchers for outstanding work in conducting cerebrovascular or cardiovascular research. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to applying. Funds offer salary support for qualifying applicants, who must have ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174367
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Grants to Canada Researchers for Innovative Research Related to Cystic Fibrosis

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Canada researchers affiliated with IHEs, hospitals, and research institutes for innovative research related to cystic fibrosis. Funding is available for both basic and clinical research, with preference given to basic. The purpose of fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 215022
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Grants to Canada Researchers for Clinical Trial Planning and Development

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Canada independent researchers affiliated with hospitals, IHEs, and research institutes for clinical trial planning and development. Funding is intended to support the initial phases of a cystic fibrosis research program, allowing applic...

GrantWatch ID#: 221809
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In-Kind Support to Washington Property Owners to Plant and Care For Trees

Deadline: 09/03/26

In-kind support to Washington property owners and renters to plant trees in eligible locations. This program provides trees and materials to keep the trees alive and healthy. Priority will be given to areas with low tree canopy and greater need. The program offers...

GrantWatch ID#: 223290

Grants to USA Agricultural Professionals to Support Sustainability Practices

Deadline: 10/28/26 Conference Date: 09/03/26

Grants of up to $85,000 to USA agricultural professionals in multiple states and territories to conduct collaborative projects with qualifying businesses to further agricultural sustainability. Funding is intended to support projects that incorporate both research...

GrantWatch ID#: 158703

Awards to New York Individual Artists to Encourage Professional Growth

Deadline: 09/15/26 Conference Date: 09/03/26

Awards of $3,000 to New York individual artists in eligible counties to encourage professional growth and stability. Artists in all disciplines may apply, including but not limited to traditional, visual, written, performing, digital, and experimental mediums. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 203000

Grants to British Columbia First Nations Individuals to Pursue Language Learning

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/03/26

Grants to British Columbia First Nations individuals to further their language learning pursuits. Funding is intended to encourage language learning and speaking by providing flexible study requirements that can be undertaken while honoring other obligations. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210490

Grants to Minnesota Individuals and Groups for Visual Arts Projects

Deadline: 09/26/26 Conference Date: 09/03/26

Grants of $10,000 to Minnesota individuals and groups for visual arts projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support public art projects that are initiated by artists themselves. Each funded project must have a publicly accessible component. Projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 218141
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Grants to Oregon Teachers for Classroom Activities

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $500 to Oregon teachers in eligible regions for hands-on classroom activities or lessons. The goal of funding is to empower educators to help students grow and learn. Applicants must explain how they will incorporate the use of funds in a specific ...

GrantWatch ID#: 147599
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Grants to Texas Individuals, Businesses, Agencies, and Legal Entities to Reduce Emissions

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Texas individuals, businesses, organizations, government agencies, and other legal entities in eligible counties to reduce emissions from diesel vehicles and equipment. Funding is intended to provide incentives to replace or upgrade older locomotive, mar...

GrantWatch ID#: 148867
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Grants to USA K-12 Teachers, Administrators, and Parent Volunteers in Multiple States for Clas...

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $500 to Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Iowa, Louisiana, and Texas K-12 school administrators and teachers, as well as parent volunteers, for classroom projects and activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a variety of initiatives and...

GrantWatch ID#: 162240
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Awards to Virginia K-12 School Teachers for Excellence in Conservation Education

Deadline: 09/04/26

Awards of $250 to Virginia elementary and secondary school teachers to recognize excellence in conservation education. The awards are intended to acknowledge projects that demonstrate originality, scope, and concern in incorporating the conservation and protection...

GrantWatch ID#: 168371
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Grants to Florida Teachers for Programs Related to Freshwater Resources

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Florida K-12 teachers in eligible locations for educational programs related to water resources. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of water quality, water conservation, ecosystems, and the water cycle. All grant types must incorporate ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173919
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Grants to Canada Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Improvements to Rail S...

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, transit authorities, Indigenous groups, and individuals for projects to enhance rail line safety. Funding is intended for projects that increase safety and reduce annual deaths and injur...

GrantWatch ID#: 197137
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Grants to Ohio Organizations, Agencies, Groups, and Artists for Arts and Cultural Projects

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Ohio arts organizations, groups, governmental agencies, and individual artists for arts and cultural projects that benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities that include, but are not limited to, collaborative mural ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197498
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Loans to Iowa Businesses, Electric Cooperatives, Municipal Utilities, and Individuals to Expan...

Deadline: 09/04/26

Loans to Iowa businesses, electric cooperatives, municipal utilities, and individuals for projects to expand and develop energy infrastructure. The purpose of the program is to provide low-interest loans that aid in the development and construction of infrastructu...

GrantWatch ID#: 198922
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Grants to Alabama Schools for Career Development and Educational Resources that Benefit Teache...

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Alabama public school teachers to enhance student performance in elementary and middle school mathematics and English language arts. Grant funds may be used for classroom technology, professional development, and instructional resources. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204492
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Grants to Alabama High School Teachers to Improve College and Career Readiness

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Alabama teams of public high school teachers to improve college and career readiness. Grant funds may be used for instructional resources, technology, and professional development. Funding is intended to provide teachers with the resources necessary to p...

GrantWatch ID#: 204494
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Loans to Nevada Jewish Residents for Financial Assistance During the High Holiday Season

Deadline: 09/04/26

Loans of up to $500 to Nevada individuals for financial assistance during the Jewish holiday season. Funding, in the form of interest-free microloans, is intended to assist Jewish residents over the High Holidays (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur). Eligible applicants...

GrantWatch ID#: 205450
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Award to an Idaho Individual for Exceptional Contributions to the Tourism Sector

Deadline: 09/04/26

Award to an Idaho individual for exceptional contributions to the tourism industry. The award will honor a nominated individual who has significantly contributed to the development, management, and conservation of the state's recreation resources or to the managem...

GrantWatch ID#: 209781

Grants to British Columbia Researchers for Studies on the Health of Mothers and Infants

Deadline: 10/07/26 LOI Date: 09/04/26

Grants of $30,000 to British Columbia researchers for studies related to the health of mothers and infants. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended for projects to improve the health of women and newborns. One grant will supp...

GrantWatch ID#: 215401
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Grants to Georgia Teachers for Creative Classroom Projects

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Georgia PK-12 educators, including teachers, guidance counselors, librarians, coaches, and specialists, for innovative classroom programs in eligible counties. Funding is intended for engaging projects that improve the educational experie...

GrantWatch ID#: 217369
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Grants to Kentucky and Indiana K-12 School Teachers and Administrators forArts Programming

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Kentucky and Indiana K-12 school teachers and administrators to improve arts programming for students in eligible counties. Funding is intended for programs that enhance instruction in the classroom and complement the curriculum. Programs must take place...

GrantWatch ID#: 221803
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Grants to California Individuals, For-Profits, Agencies, and Nonprofits to Replace Equipment

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to California individuals, for-profits, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to replace a wide range of equipment in eligible areas. Eligible categories include on- and off- road vehicles, infrastructure, marine vessels, schools buses, agricultu...

GrantWatch ID#: 223002

Grant to a British Columbia Researcher for Studies Related to Women's and Babies' Health

Deadline: 10/07/26 LOI Date: 09/04/26

Grant to a British Columbia hospital or university researcher for studies related to women's and newborn health. Applicants must submit an LOI before applying. Funding is intended for previously tested research projects involving screenings, diagnostic tools, or t...

GrantWatch ID#: 230586
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Grants to Mississippi Teachers to Enhance Students' Learning Experience

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $500 to Mississippi teachers to enhance the learning experience of students in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support K-12 public school educators in providing students with enrichment projects and activities. Eligible teachers work in pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 231060
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Grants to Alaska Individuals and Families for Disaster Recovery Efforts

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Alaska families and households in eligible locations for assistance in the wake of natural disasters. Grants can include housing assistance and other needs assistance. Funding is intended to assist flood survivors with damages or emergency expenses in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 231866

Grants and In-Kind Support to South Carolina Early Career Artists for Career Development

Deadline: 09/24/26 Conference Date: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $1,800 and in-kind support to South Carolina early-career artists for career development opportunities. Funding is intended to provide funding for artistic projects and mentorship support for career advancement. Artists from a broad range of discip...

GrantWatch ID#: 192846
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and School Personnel for Projects That Improve Education

Deadline: 09/05/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations and K-12 school personnel for projects, activities, and programs that improve education in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support creative projects, educational trips, and special events that bene...

GrantWatch ID#: 173456
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Grants to Ontario Individuals to Promote Physical Activity for Children

Deadline: 09/05/26

Grants to Ontario individuals to promote physical activity for children in eligible locations. Grants, in the form of vouchers, are intended to help children, ages 4-18, overcome social and economic barriers that prevent their participation in sports, recreation, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211733
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Grants to Kansas Women in Eligible Areas for Crisis Assistance

Deadline: 09/05/26

Grants to Kansas Individuals in eligible areas for crisis assistance. The purpose of funding is to assist women experiencing financial difficulty. Funding is intended for a one-time expense or crisis that will help women maintain independence. Possible expenses in...

GrantWatch ID#: 212035
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Grants to Florida K-12th Grade Teachers for Energy, Science, and Math Education Projects

Deadline: 09/06/26

Grants to Florida K-12th grade math and science teachers in eligible locations to purchase classroom resources for science, technology, math, and energy education projects. Funding is intended for supplies, software, and equipment expenses related to the proposed ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172587
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Grants to Florida K-12 Teachers for STEM Learning Activities Conducted with a Business Partner

Deadline: 09/06/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Florida public school K-12 teachers in eligible locations for hands-on STEM education activities conducted jointly with a business partner. Grants must be used for the purchase of supplies, equipment, and software for project implementati...

GrantWatch ID#: 173638
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Opportunity for Arizona Native American Women to Join a Business Training Program

Deadline: 09/06/26

Opportunity for Arizona Native American women from eligible Tribes to participate in a business training program. Participants will receive mentorship sessions, take part in MBA-level business classes, have access to networking opportunities, and learn new skills ...

GrantWatch ID#: 196831
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Grants to Florida Teachers for High School STEM Programs

Deadline: 09/06/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Florida high school teachers for STEM programming for students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to allow teachers to implement programs in the areas of computational science, engineering, and cybersecurity. Grants may be used fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 197421
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Grants to Florida Teachers for Arts-Related Projects

Deadline: 09/06/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Florida teachers in arts-related fields to enhance the learning experience for students in eligible locations. Funding is intended for materials, supplies, equipment, and repairs that help educators innovatively and productively use the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210157
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Grants to Florida K-12 Teachers to Teach Students About Recycling and Community Beautification

Deadline: 09/06/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Florida K-12 teachers in eligible regions for projects, programs, and field trips that teach students about recycling and community beautification. Funding is intended to cover project expenses such as transportation, equipment, supplies,...

GrantWatch ID#: 218957
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What types of grants are available for individuals on GrantWatch?

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.

Does GrantWatch include college scholarships and fellowships for individuals?

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.

Do individuals need a nonprofit sponsor to apply for grants?

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.

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.