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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,456 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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3,456 grants found

Grants to Indiana Nonprofit and For-Profit Property Owners for Building Preservation Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana commercial, industrial, nonprofit, and individual property owners to renovate the exterior portion of buildings in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211103

Scholarships to Indiana Individuals for Post-Secondary Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships to Indiana residents in eligible locations to attend post-secondary classes to further their financial success and independence. The scholarship is intended to cover expenses related to any course (trade school, college, or other training) that advanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 211119

Grants to California Landowners and Tenants to Mitigate Damage Caused by Beavers

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to California landowners and tenants to mitigate beaver-related damage. Funding is intended to plan and implement projects that help to deter beaver damage in non-lethal ways. The goal of the program is to abate or prevent property damag...

GrantWatch ID#: 211151

Grants to Maryland Homeowners to Improve Their Properties in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Maryland homeowners to improve properties in eligible locations. The properties that qualify must be currently deemed uninhabitable. Funding is intended to upgrade unsightly residences in local neighborhoods and reduce blight. The homeow...

GrantWatch ID#: 211354

Grants to USA Community Service Heroes in Multiple States for Help in Purchasing a Home

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA community service heroes in multiple states for help with purchasing a home. Funding is intended for police officers, social workers, teachers, medical professionals, postal workers, and firefighters. The grant will cover closing costs when these ind...

GrantWatch ID#: 211644

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Participate in Fellowships, Inte...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International students and graduates to participate in fellowships, internships, and remote work opportunities in Israel. Funding includes placement, housing, programming, and transportation. Individuals must have a Jewish backgrou...

GrantWatch ID#: 211687

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Military Families to Meet Basic Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA and Puerto Rico military families to meet basic needs. The purpose of the grant program is to provide a more stable home environment for the minor children of military service members. Funding is intended to help families cover costs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211775

Grants to USA Individuals in Financial Difficulty to Pay for Essential Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA individuals in financial difficulty to help pay for essential needs. Eligible expenses include payment of medical, funeral, utility, and housing costs. Funding is intended to support individuals who are experiencing difficulty due to events over whic...

GrantWatch ID#: 211776

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Jewish Individuals to Volunteer in Israel

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Jewish individuals to participate in a four- or six-week volunteer program in Israel. Participants ages 18-50 will be placed in a variety of cities and settings. Activities include providing agricultural assistance, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 211841

Grants to Minnesota Property Owners to Improve Local Water Quality

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Minnesota property owners to improve the surface water quality of wetlands, streams, and lakes in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects that use bioengineering techniques and native vegetation, including practices such as gully repair...

GrantWatch ID#: 211882

Grants to Minnesota Property Owners to Enhance Local Habitats and Protect Water Quality

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Minnesota property owners for projects to enhance local habitats and protect water quality in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities utilizing bioengineering techniques and native vegetation that improve surface water quality of wetlands, s...

GrantWatch ID#: 211883

Grants to Minnesota Individuals to Remove Beavers from Private Properties

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Minnesota individual property owners in eligible locations to promote beaver removal activities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to reimburse property owners for hiring a trapper to remove beaver...

GrantWatch ID#: 211889

Grants to Oregon Businesses for Structural Improvements to Commercial Buildings

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $75,000 to Oregon businesses and property owners for improvements to new and existing buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended for structural enhancements and consulting services to support business and property-related improvements rel...

GrantWatch ID#: 211973

Awards to USA Current or Former Elected Officials to Recognize Courageous Acts During Their Te...

Deadline: Ongoing

Awards to USA current or former elected officials at any level of government to recognize courageous acts during their tenure. The award is intended to recognize politicians who worked for the greater good, even in the face of great opposition and when their actio...

GrantWatch ID#: 212149

In-Kind Grants of Learning Resources to USA Unemployed Individuals for Workforce Training in T...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of learning resources to USA unemployed individuals for workforce training. The purpose of this program is to enhance work-related skills and help people pursue careers in technical fields. The program is aimed at individuals who have lost their job...

GrantWatch ID#: 212291

Grants to USA Hospitality Workers for Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA hospitality workers for disaster relief efforts and emergency assistance. Funding is intended to assist employees in the hospitality sector who are impacted by a natural disaster and facing financial challenges. Assistance may include direct financia...

GrantWatch ID#: 212353

Grants to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin Individuals to Assist with First-Time Home Purchases i...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin qualifying individuals to assist with first-time home purchases in eligible regions. The goal of the funding program is to help low- and moderate-income individuals obtain greater financial stability through home o...

GrantWatch ID#: 212772

Grants to USA K-12 Teachers and School Personnel to Assist with Classroom Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to USA K-12 teachers, principals, and other staff members for assistance with supplies and resources that enrich classroom learning. Funding is intended to split the cost of essential school supplies and to help cover expenses that educators a...

GrantWatch ID#: 212792

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Journalists and Newsroom Staff for Investigative Jour...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International journalists and newsroom staff for investigative stories that address topics and issues that threaten democracy in the United States and worldwide. Funding is intended to support stories that are underrepresented and that t...

GrantWatch ID#: 212927

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Journalists for Investigative Reporting on Issues Rel...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International journalists for investigative reporting on issues related to fisheries and oceans around the world. Funding is intended to cover costs associated with in-depth and high-quality projects that address underreported topics. Ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 212928

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Freelance and Staff Journalists for Investigative Rep...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International freelance and staff journalists for investigative reporting on issues realted to Artificial Intelligence. Funding is intended to cover expenses for to in-depth reporting related to the impact of surveillance technologies an...

GrantWatch ID#: 212929

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals for Assistance in Dealing with Local Courts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals for training and financial assistance in dealing with local courts in eligible regions. Funding is intended to train drug treatment court staff and provide financial assistance to participants in the veterans treatment court who ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212930

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, For-Profits, Associations, Committees, and Individuals to Support E...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ohio nonprofit and for-profit organizations, associations, committees, and individuals to support events and encourage tourism in eligible locations. Applicants are required to contact the funding source to determine eligibility and access the applicatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 212966

Internships to Saskatchewan Individuals to Learn about Rural Administration

Deadline: Ongoing

Internships to Saskatchewan individuals to learn about rural administration through a year-long program. The internship offers on-the-job experiences while meeting the qualifications for a career in the field. Rural administrator interns will learn about applying ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213003

Grants to Colorado Referring Professionals to Meet the Medical and Dental Health Care Needs of...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Colorado referring professionals to meet the medical and dental health care needs of clients. Applicants apply on behalf of clients who lack to the financial means to pay for essential medical equipment or dental care. Funding is intended to cover ​a w...

GrantWatch ID#: 213178

Grants to Illinois Organizations and Individuals for Arts Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Illinois organizations and individuals for arts projects, programs, and events that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to support special activities, events, or opportunities that arise during the year and that...

GrantWatch ID#: 213309

Grants to Florida Individuals for Housing Repairs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Florida low-income homeowners to repair and upgrade single-family houses in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support minor exterior property improvements that can enhance the aesthetics of a residential dwelling and increase pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 213311

Grants to Ontario Neighborhood Groups and Residents for Community-Based Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Ontario neighborhood groups and residents for community-based events in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist groups and events with operating expenses that support eligible activities. Neighborhood events must take place in the...

GrantWatch ID#: 213324

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Pursue a Dream Opportunity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to pursue a dream opportunity. Funding is intended to give individuals the little extra push needed to begin a project, take a trip, acquire a new skill, or give back to their community. The purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 213414

Grants to Pennsylvania Farms to Promote Long-Term Success and Viability

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Pennsylvania farms to promote long-term viability and success. Funding is intended to support professional services for those planning for the future of a farm. The program will enhance the vitality of farms through sound business planni...

GrantWatch ID#: 213441

Grants to Arizona Renters to Promote Housing Stability and Rental Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Arizona households in eligible locations for rental support. Funding is intended to assist income-eligible families and individuals who are renting, facing financial hardship, and at risk of homelessness. Eligible applicants can receive funding for past-...

GrantWatch ID#: 213461

Grants to Arizona Households for Rent Assistance

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Arizona individuals and families in eligible locations for rent support. Funding is intended to assist households that have experienced a crisis resulting in a reduction or loss of income, unexpected expenses, or danger to household health and safety. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 213462

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Developers for AI...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $20,000, and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, developers, and researchers for projects in Artificial Intelligence. Funding is intended to support innovative...

GrantWatch ID#: 213528

Grants to Connecticut Youth in Eligible Locations for Travel Experiences

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Connecticut youth in eligible locations to promote domestic and international travel. Applicants must complete the required registration and first-time applicants must meet with staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support grou...

GrantWatch ID#: 213536

In-Kind Support to New York Community Gardens for Soil Testing

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to New York community gardens for soil testing. The program is intended to benefit community gardens by testing for metals, acidity, and nutrient content of the soil. Applicants may represent an established or new community garden. Soil test result...

GrantWatch ID#: 213552

Grants to California Students to Defray Costs Associated with Obtaining a Teaching Credential

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to California students to defray costs associated with obtaining a teaching credential. Applicants must commit to work at a priority school or preschool for a period of time after they complete their certification. Funding is intended for s...

GrantWatch ID#: 213599

Grants to Montana Property Owners for Technical Assistance for Redevelopment Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Montana property owners, developers, and tenants for technical support during the early stage of rehabilitation projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support a range of services, including planning, analysis, design, assessments, researc...

GrantWatch ID#: 213682

Grants to USA Physician Assistants and Students to Promote Equitable Health Care

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA physician assistants and students to promote equitable health care. Funding is intended for initiatives that will prioritize addressing inequalities in local communities. Priority will be given to projects that reduce disparities, pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 213712

Grants to USA Physician Assistants, Organizations, and Students to Support Inclusion, Equity, ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA physician assistants, organizations, and students for initiatives to support inclusion, equity, and diversity within the profession. Funding is intended to reduce health disparities and increase health equity in underserved communitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 213713

Grants to USA Physician Assistants, Students, and Organizations to Address Mental Health

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA physician assistants, students, and organizations to address mental health. Funding is intended to support initiatives within communities. Priority will be given to projects that reach underserved communities. Eligible activities inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 213714

Grants to USA Physician Assistants, Students, and Organizations to Create and Implement a Proj...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA physician assistants, students, and organizations to create and implement a project to advance the oral health of patients. Special consideration will be given to projects benefiting vulnerable populations, including but not limited t...

GrantWatch ID#: 213715

Grants to Massachusetts Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities for Therapeutic Shoes

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to Massachusetts individuals in eligible regions to cover the costs of therapeutic shoes. Applicants must verify that the expense will not be covered by their insurance company before applying. Funding is intended to assist older adults or ind...

GrantWatch ID#: 213758

Financial Assistance to Massachusetts Women with Cancer for Living Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance of up to $1,000 to Massachusetts women with a cancer diagnosis who reside in eligible regions. Funding is intended to cover basic living expenses for women with financial needs. Eligible expenses include food, housing, childcare, utilities, tr...

GrantWatch ID#: 213759

Financial Assistance to Connecticut Women with Cancer for Basic Living Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance of up to $5,000 to Connecticut women cancer patients in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist patients and their families in financial need with their basic living expenses. Eligible expenses include food, housing, transportation, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213760

Grants to Connecticut Individuals with Cancer for Medical Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $750 to Connecticut individuals with a cancer diagnosis in eligible locations for medical expenses. Funding is intended to assist patients and their families who are in need of financial assistance. Eligible applicants are those who reside in the t...

GrantWatch ID#: 213761

Loans to Pennsylvania Farms to Implement Best Management Practices

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to Pennsylvania farms and individual farmers for operational support and conservation plans. Funding is intended to assist agricultural entities in implementing best management practices listed in Act 38 Nutrient Management Plan, Chapter 102.4 Ag E&S Plan (o...

GrantWatch ID#: 213767

Grants to Indiana Library Staff to Promote Professional Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to Indiana library personnel in eligible locations to promote professional development. Funding is intended to support a range of needs, including registrations, materials, leadership development programs, travel and lodging to attend profes...

GrantWatch ID#: 213776

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals to Recover from Recent Natural Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to Pennsylvania individuals to help with disaster recovery in eligible regions. Funding is available in three categories: essential property loss, temporary housing, and housing repairs. The current funding cycle is intended to address loss...

GrantWatch ID#: 213777

Grants to Wyoming Individuals and Families to Provide Critical Needs Assistance and Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Wyoming individuals and families in eligible regions to provide financial assistance for critical needs. Funding is intended to assist with one-time emergency costs related to shelter, transportation, child care, small medical items, and other necessitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 213791

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, First Responders, Agencies, Individuals, and School Districts f...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, individuals, first responders, school districts, faith-based entities, and government agencies to prevent, prepare for, and address disasters in eligible locations. Funding is intended to meet the immediate and long-term...

GrantWatch ID#: 213819
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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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