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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,472 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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3,472 grants found

Grants to Saskatchewan Artists for Career Development Initiatives

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan artists for career development initiatives. Funding is intended to provide local artists with professional development and to support the creation, exhibition, and presentation of artwork. Eligible applicants include both artists at the earl...

GrantWatch ID#: 177865

Grants to North Dakota For-Profits, IHEs, Groups, and Individuals to Develop New Agricultural ...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to North Dakota companies, higher education agencies, groups, and individuals to develop technology that will improve agricultural production within the state. Funding is intended to support technological developments that add value to the state’s agricul...

GrantWatch ID#: 177913

Grants to New York and Vermont Nonprofits to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to New York and Vermont nonprofit organizations that work to promote education, health, and general civic or social betterment in eligible regions. Funding is also intended for disadvantaged women working as seamstresses or factory workers. Eligible applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 178713

Award to a South Carolina PreK-12 Teacher to Recognize Outstanding Agricultural Education

Deadline: 10/01/26

Award of $1,000 to a South Carolina PreK-12 teacher for the integration of agricultural concepts into the regular curriculum. Eligible nominees are teachers in nonvocational classroom settings who have instructed students on the importance of agriculture. Teachers...

GrantWatch ID#: 178764

Fellowships to Kentucky Scholars, IHE Teachers, and Graduate Students for Historical Research

Deadline: 10/01/26

Fellowships of up to $2,000 to Kentucky independent scholars, college and university teachers, and graduate students for historical research. Funding is intended to assist visiting scholars with costs incurred while exploring Kentucky's historical collections. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 178950

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Environmental Projects and Programs

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for environmental projects and activities in eligible regions. Some applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 178951

Grants to Minnesota Artists for Projects that Further Professional Development

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $3,600 to Minnesota artists and culture bearers in eligible regions for projects that advance artistic growth and professional development. Funding is intended to assist mid-career artists by providing support for art projects in any art discipline...

GrantWatch ID#: 179205

Grants to Oklahoma Individuals to Develop Agricultural Businesses and Agritourism Operations

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma individuals to develop and expand agricultural businesses. Applicants are required to obtain a letter of endorsement from an advisor who is a professional in the field for which they are applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179591

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, Groups, and Individuals for Preservation Initiatives

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations, public agencies, faith-based organizations, groups, and property owners for historic preservation projects and programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for the restoration, rehabilitation, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 179910

Grants to New Brunswick Artists and Arts Professionals to Research and Document the Arts

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Brunswick artists and arts professionals for activities to document the arts. Funding is intended to promote original documentation related to art products, activities, and history. The goal of the grant program is to encourage theor...

GrantWatch ID#: 180272

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, Groups, and Individuals for Charitable Community Proj...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, churches, groups, and individuals in eligible locations for charitable projects that address community needs. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for local resi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180683

Grants to Kansas Artists to Support Artistic Endeavors in the Performing or Visual Arts

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Kansas artists for support in pursuing opportunities or continuing endeavors in the visual or performing arts. Funding is intended to assist artists early in their careers who demonstrate merit and financial need, and who have roots in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 180887

Grants to Kentucky Agricultural Producers to Attend Training Activities and Events

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Kentucky agricultural producers for training and educational opportunities. Funding is intended for costs associated with attending conferences and workshops. Funding may also be requested for relevant books. Special consideration will be m...

GrantWatch ID#: 183132

Grants to Maine Artists for Unusual Art Projects that Foster Community Engagement

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of $10,000 to Maine artists for engaging and unusual art projects in any genre. Consideration will be given to projects that will be displayed in or outside conventional exhibition settings. Funding may be used for publications, web or media-based work, sit...

GrantWatch ID#: 184683

Award to a Kansas Individual, Organization, or Group for Community Contributions

Deadline: 10/01/26

Award of $500 to a Kansas individual, group of individuals, community organization, or civic group in eligible locations to recognize an achievement or contribution to the local community. The award is intended to honor an exceptional act of generosity performed d...

GrantWatch ID#: 185946

Grants to USA Educators for Professional Development Activities

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA educators for professional development materials and opportunities. Funding is intended for a wide range of expenses, including but not limited to those associated with in-services, conferences, and professional learning communities. Al...

GrantWatch ID#: 186493

Grants to Kansas Individuals and Organizations to Address Children's Health and Safety Needs i...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Kansas individuals and organizations to address children's health and safety needs in eligible counties. Funding is intended to address the vision and hearing needs of children or to provide organizations with resources for public health and safety proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 186657

Grant to a West Virginia Faculty at Undergraduate Institutions to Enhance STEM Programs

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grant of up to $40,000 to a West Virginia faculty at institutions of higher education to foster increased interest in science, math, engineering, and technology fields. Funding is intended to improve programs for undergraduate students through laboratory renovatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 186960

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Scientists for Parkinson's Disease Research

Deadline: 02/23/27 LOI Date: 10/01/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International early-career postdoctoral scientists and neurologists for research related to Parkinson's disease (PD). Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full application. The program offers two-year fellow...

GrantWatch ID#: 186991

Grants to West Virginia Faculty at Undergraduate Institutions to Purchase STEM Equipment

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to West Virginia faculty members at institutions of higher education for the purchase of modern equipment that will improve interest in science, math, technology, and engineering disciplines. Funding is intended for the acquisition of instr...

GrantWatch ID#: 187001

Grants to Ohio Artists in Eligible Areas to Create, Market, and Promote Artwork

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,200 to Ohio artists in eligible areas to promote, market, and create artwork. Funding may be used for expenses related to professional development, marketing, and promotion, and for the cost of supplies, materials, and resources to create new ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 187834

Grants to Alberta Organizations and Individuals for Heritage Conservation Workshops and Courses

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Alberta organizations and individuals for continuing education related to provincial conservation activities. Eligible use of funding is for professionals to attend a training course or workshop in a range of trades, including painting, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 187863

Grants to Colorado Agencies, Public Districts, For-Profits, and Nonprofits for Projects Relate...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Colorado agencies, public districts, and for-profit and nonprofit organizations for projects and activities related to local water supplies. Applicants must receive approval and register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189737

Grants to Washington Arts Organizations and Artists for Project and Operating Support in Eligi...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Washington arts and cultural organizations, community-based organizations, groups, and individual artists in eligible locations for project and operating support. Funding is intended for activities in a range of disciplines, including bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 189782

Grants to New York Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Property Owners to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to New York nonprofit organizations, businesses, government agencies, schools, and landowners to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote the area as a place to visit and improve the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190882

Grants to Michigan Teachers in Eligible Locations to Support Projects in Schools and Classrooms

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Michigan teachers in eligible locations to support educational projects and programs. Past grants have supported projects in Pre-K, elementary, middle, and high school classes and schools in the areas of arts and music, STEM, writing, and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 192098

Grants to Minnesota K-12 Girls to Support Participation in Recreational, Sports, and Arts Acti...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Minnesota girls in grades K-12 to foster self-esteem and personal development through a wide range of activities. Funding is intended to support purposes such as leadership, cultural, art, and educational programs; outdoor and wilderness ...

GrantWatch ID#: 192234

Opportunity for Wisconsin Individuals in Eligible Locations to Participate in a Contest for Ne...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Opportunity for Wisconsin individuals in eligible locations to participate in a contest for unique new products and business ideas. Winners will receive cash prizes or funding for business expenses. All applications are confidential and ideas remain the property o...

GrantWatch ID#: 192342

Grants to USA Researchers and Investigators for Equine Research

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to USA researchers and investigators for research related to horses. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full grant proposal. Funding is intended for research studies that benefit horses, owners, and the horse indu...

GrantWatch ID#: 192659

Grants to Canada Dancers and Dance Related Professionals to Support Activities Promoting Ukrai...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada dancers and professionals working in the field of dance to support activities related to Ukrainian Canadian dance. Funding is intended to assist with performance production costs, professional development, and promotion and marketing related to an...

GrantWatch ID#: 193573

Grants to Canada Writers and Illustrators to Promote Ukrainian Canadian Literature

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada writers and illustrators to promote work having Ukrainian Canadian themes. Funding is intended to support qualified applicants engaging in any form of literature that connects to the experience of Ukrainians in Canada. Funds may be used for litera...

GrantWatch ID#: 193577

Grants to Canada Individuals to Produce Videos and Films that Promote Ukrainian Culture

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada individuals to produce works in video, new media, and film related to Ukrainian Canadian culture. Funding is intended for projects that support the creation and dissemination of artistic work expressing a connection to the experience of Ukrainians...

GrantWatch ID#: 193579

Grants to Canada Individuals to Support Activities that Advance Ukrainian Canadian Music

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada individuals working in the music field for activities related to Ukrainian Canadian music. Funding is intended to support sound recordings, performance productions, creation development, marketing, and professional development. Requests will be a...

GrantWatch ID#: 193581

Grants to Canada Individuals to Produce Theatrical Performances with Ukrainian Content

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada individuals to promote theater productions and performances that include Ukrainian Canadian themes. Funding is intended to support all forms of theater which express a connection to the experience of Ukrainians in Canada. Funds may be used for pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 193583

Grants to Canada Individuals to Produce and Exhibit Ukrainian Themed Art

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada individuals to produce and exhibit visual art that includes Ukrainian content. Funding is intended to support projects in a full range of media that include, but are not limited to, sculpture, painting, photography, and digital art. Funds may be u...

GrantWatch ID#: 193585

Grants to Canada Individuals for Ukrainian-Themed Programs that Foster Local Pride

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada individuals to support programs with Ukrainian themes and content. Funding is intended for national initiatives in the areas of research, collaboration, and digital infrastructure and emerging technologies. Requests will be accepted from qualifie...

GrantWatch ID#: 193587

Grants to Canada Individuals for Projects that Advance Ukrainian Canadian Studies in Canada

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Canada individuals to advance studies related to the Ukrainian language and culture in Canada. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of resource development for K-12 schools and learning centers, professional and skills development, and th...

GrantWatch ID#: 193610

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Students to Promote Scientific Research Achievements

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate science and engineering students to promote scientific achievements and excellence in research. Funding is intended to support hands-on learning and to encourage students and mentors to forge clos...

GrantWatch ID#: 194368

Grants to USA Scientists for Neurobiology Research Projects

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 10/01/26

Grants to USA scientists affiliated with eligible institutions for neurobiology research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for projects that will lead to a better understanding of behavioral outp...

GrantWatch ID#: 194918

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Scholars to Pursue Humanities Studies

Deadline: 10/01/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International scholars to pursue studies in the humanities. Funding is intended for scholars focusing on any area of humanities, as well as the arts, the professions, public life, and natural and social sciences. The residencies wil...

GrantWatch ID#: 197702

Grants to West Virginia Folk Artists for Artistic and Professional Development

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to West Virginia folk artists for professional development and the creation of new works. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects, including participation in professional development opportunities, advanced study with a mentor, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198388

Grants to California Government, Individual, For-Profit, and Tribal Landowners for Conservatio...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to California landowners, including government entities, individuals, companies, and Native American tribes, to enhance the management of forest lands and resources. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to guarantee h...

GrantWatch ID#: 199355

Grants to Alaska Individuals and Groups for History Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Alaska individuals and groups in eligible areas for projects related to local history and heritage. Funding is intended for a range of activities, including but not limited to publications, lectures, digital files, and performances that are accessible to...

GrantWatch ID#: 202261

Grants to Georgia Black Writers for Works of Fiction, Nonfiction, and Poetry

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of $500 to Georgia Black writers and students at academic institutions for literary projects. Funding is intended to elevate, encourage, and inspire the voices of Black writers across the state. The grants will be awarded in the categories of fiction, nonfi...

GrantWatch ID#: 203426

Opportunity for Mississippi Professional Artists to Be Included in a Roster of State Artists

Deadline: 10/01/26

Opportunity for Mississippi professional artists to be included in a roster of state artists. Successful applicants will have opportunities to be hired for presentations, workshops, and performances throughout the state. Community arts groups, schools, libraries, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206198

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Black-Led Nonprofits, Black Artists, and Collectives for...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $15,000, grants of up to $20,000, and in-kind support to Ontario Black-led nonprofit organizations and Black professional artists and collectives in eligible regions for career advancement activities. Funding is intended fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 207136

Grants to Saskatchewan Researchers to Improve the Province's Health Research Capabilities

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Saskatchewan researchers to improve health-related research capabilities within the province. Funding is intended for a range of activities, including preparing research teams to apply for future funding, offering training opportunities,...

GrantWatch ID#: 207739

Grants to USA Individuals and Music Organizations for Music-Related Projects and Research

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA individuals, music organizations, and groups for initiatives related to equity and diversity in the musical profession. Funding is intended to support research activities and creative projects, including but not limited to educationa...

GrantWatch ID#: 210489

Grants to Oregon Artists For Professional Development

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Oregon artists in eligible locations for professional and artistic development. Funding is intended to promote the work of local artists and to assist them in expanding their creative process. An additional goal of the grant program is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 210879

Fellowships to USA Early-Career Scientists for Environmental Policy and Science Communication

Deadline: 10/01/26

Fellowships of $3,000 to USA early-career scientists and practitioners affiliated with academic or nonprofit institutions for professional development in environmental and climate justice. Fellows will receive training and mentorship in science communication, poli...

GrantWatch ID#: 210895
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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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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.