Grants for individuals: teachers, students, homeowners, veterans, minorities, Native Americans, new immigrants, American Citizens. Grant Watch has a wide array of grants for individuals representing the diverse population of the USA.
Grants of $90,000 per year for two years to USA physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals for leadership development and to develop palliative care projects. LOIs are due by February 1, 2018. Funding is intended for clinical, education, policy, and research projects in the area of palliative care, as well as ...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualifying individuals to support investigator-initiated research to address the intersections of crime, violence, race, and the justice system. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research to improve efforts to address street gang violence and activity. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the proposal deadline. Overview NI...
Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and individuals to enhance the quality of undergraduate STEM education. Unaffiliated individual applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. The goal of this program is to increase diversity and interest in the STEM disciplines, prepare students ...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, tribes, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research addressing drug law enforcement. Applicants are advised to ensure the required registrations well in advance of the deadline. The purpose of this program is to better combat the nation’...
Fellowships ranging from $30,000 to $60,000 to USA researchers, writers, and teachers for research addressing modern Japanese political economy and society, US-Japan relations, and Japan’s international relations. Applicants should create or verify the required registrations by April 11. The Fellowships for Advanced ...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers at nonprofit research institutions to conduct research that may, in the future, decrease the prevalence of cancer or improve cancer survival. Funds may be used to support basic or translational research into the diagnosis, causes, mechanisms, treatment, or prevention of...
Grants ranging from $100 to $5,000 to USA military individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder for effective treatments, assessments and needed life supports. Uses can include ABA therapy, summer camps, helmets, nutritional supplements, intensive behavioral therapy, or other services and supports. The ...
Grants and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International filmmakers to support unique film projects that contribute to society. This program seeks to support films that may not otherwise be completed without the help of the grant. Eligible projects include feature-length films, short films, web or television series, a...
Scholarships ranging from $4,000 to $6,000 to USA post-secondary students to study for one year in Israel. Partial scholarships, not connected to financial need, will be awarded to students attending one of the following universities for credit: Bar-Ilan University, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, University of Haifa, ...
Grants ranging from $2,000 to $27,000 to USA full-time K-12 teachers and educators to support creative projects in classrooms throughout the country. Funding must be used to further the projects, as described in the submitted application, within the school or school system. Each of the 100 finalists will receive an awa...
Scholarships and fellowships ranging from $7,500 to $30,000 to USA dancers for professional training and salary assistance. Scholarships cover the costs of school tuition for dance major students at a nonprofit school, and fellowships provide salary assistance for a new artistic employee of a dance company.
Fellowships of $10,000 to USA choreographers for the creation of a new artistic work of up to 20 minutes that will be presented to the public during the fellowship period. Funding is intended to encourage new artistic advancements that broaden the artistic scope of the dance company.
Grants of $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, school districts, universities, and public institutions for specific programs that enhance geography education in schools. Funding should be used to promote geographic literacy at the classroom, district, or statewide level; and to encourage the integr...
Grants to USA researchers at nonprofit institutions for research projects that aim to identify new treatments or cures for cancer. The funding source particularly encourages grant applications for a one year period that will allow establishment of capabilities of new cancer researchers, or new cancer approaches by establi...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research addressing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in law enforcement. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the proposal deadline....
Awards to USA public school educators who are members of the funding source association to recognize and reward excellence in teaching. This prestigious award program promotes advocacy for the profession and honors public education and the dedicated members of the sponsoring association. Criteria for national awards includ...
Fellowships to USA and Canada young social entrepreneurs for a 12-month experience to build character and business skills. The fellowship includes fundraising support, mentoring, and wilderness-based programs that teach business skills and leadership while building a lifelong support network. Preference will be given t...
Awards to USA and Canada language arts educators in eligible regions to acknowledge published research-based works that promote the development of English Language Arts teachers. Eligible works may be from any educational level, scope, or setting. Studies eligible for consideration are those published between January 1, 20...
Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers who are affiliated with a college, university, school district, nonprofit research facility, or nonprofit cultural institution for small research projects to improve education. Applicants must have earned a doctorate degree in an academic discipline or p...
Fellowships of $8,000 per month to USA journalists for research and reporting on current issues in the social and political arena, including immigration reform, racial tensions, and educational inequalities. Applicants are expected to work with visiting scholars conducting research projects in these areas. In addition ...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA and territories court managers and full-time state court judges to take advantage of professional development opportunities. Funding enables grantees to attend courses to improve their skills, abilities, and knowledge which they may not otherwise attend due to limited local, state, and persona...
Grants of up to $30,000 to USA judicial courts, related court organizations, IHEs, nonprofits, individuals, government agencies, and corporations to develop and enhance curricula to meet the educational needs of their jurisdiction. Courts are invited to submit applications for the adaptation of curricula, or the implementa...
Grants to USA courts, related court organizations, IHEs, nonprofits, individuals, government agencies, and corporations for projects that enhance training and education related to courts and the justice system, as well as to improve justice administration in courts at all levels. Funding may be requested for innovative res...
Fellowships to USA scholars for research in the fields of social inequality, behavioral economics, the future of work, and race, ethnicity, and immigration. Priority will be given to scholars that are completing work that is already in progress. The 2-3 month fellowships provide workspace in a Manhattan-based office and do...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish college graduates to teach English in low-income communities throughout Israel. The goal of this program is to close Israel’s educational gap and positively impact underperforming youth. Fellows will serve to advance the English communicative skills of Israeli students...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals to enhance quality of life and improve financial positions. The Foundation seeks to provide personal financial assistance, as well as coaching, to help financially prudent and hardworking individuals recover from unanticipated life events, and to promot...
Awards to USA and Canada K-12 teachers and educators in multiple states and provinces to recognize outstanding contributions to earth sciences education. Nominations are invited on behalf of exemplary teachers who have made positive contributions to pre-college education. The Outstanding Earth Science Teacher Awards pr...
Grants to USA investigators working at nonprofit institutions for creative projects that improve the healthcare system and the value that it provides to patients and communities. A letter of intent must be submitted by May 3, 2018. Eligible topics include research that advances promising strategies in these areas: - ...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research addressing hate crime offenses. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the proposal deadline. Overview: The purpose of this solicitation i...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, artists, art production platforms, cultural institutions, festivals, and biennials for projects in the field of contemporary art. Letters of Intent are due May 4, 2018. Funding may support the exhibition, production, public dissemination, and institutional a...
Grants to USA and Canada researchers affiliated with a qualifying institution for research on spinal cord injury (SCI) and programs that address the quality of life for individuals living with SCI. Letters of Intent are due May 4. Funding is available for postdoctoral fellows, senior researchers, and pilot research project...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and individuals to evaluate specific crime victims services, such as legal assistance, housing, and technology-based services. Applicants must create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline date. Overview: ...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research addressing violence and safety in the nation’s schools. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the proposal deadline. Overview: The Comp...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research and evaluations to inform decision-making in law enforcement. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline date. Overview: With th...
Opportunity to USA businesses and female entrepreneurs that are majority women-owned to connect with resources and fundraising. This accelerator program connects women who are developing high-growth businesses with the tools and resources they need to succeed. The organization’s focus and goal is to connect women foun...
Grants of $20,000 to USA individuals for playground equipment for parks in their communities to encourage kids to play outside. Funding is intended to provide the places, inspiration, and tools to make play a priority and encourage fit and active lifestyles. A public vote will determine the five winners of the grant. Ea...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International professors for an opportunity to work in Finland for a minimum of two months. Grantees will conduct research, give lectures, and work with Finnish companies. Deserving Finnish professors may apply to work at respected foreign universities. The Nokia Foundation promotes and suppor...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research and evaluation projects that address the reduction of firearms violence. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline. Overview: W...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research addressing the intersection of health, wellness, and safety in law enforcement. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline. Overview...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research addressing the impact of police practices on crime reduction. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations prior to applying. Evaluations will examine the variables of of...
A residency program is available to USA, Canada, and International artists to develop their artistic practice at an arts center in Water Mill, New York. This residency program provides artists with the opportunity to develop their craft and to critically challenge, investigate, and extend the pre-existing norms within thei...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for research addressing the administration of justice with regards to eyewitness evidence, enhancing investigation and prosecution, and front-end intervention. Applicants are advised to create or verify the r...
Fellowship providing $2,500 and additional support to an Asian American writer or writer/director located in the USA to develop a feature-length screenplay. The purpose of this program is to support the presence of Asian Americans in independent film as part of an ongoing effort to further diversity in the arts.
Grants of up to $3,000 to Ohio Pre-K through twelfth-grade teachers and administrators working in secular primary or secondary schools for programs that promote in-depth learning. Funded proposals will help students learn new content and/or acquire new skills that must be learned in more than one step and with multiple le...
Grants to USA talented athletes to participate in world-class athletic competitions and pursue excellence in their sport of choice. Funding is intended to cover costs related to coaching, training, equipment, and event participation, including travel expenses. Funding evaluation shall include assessment of an applicant...
Grants to USA and Territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, public governmental institutions, and individuals for research projects focused on health and nutrition for infants and young children, ages 0-3. The deadline to submit a concept paper is May 15. Priority funding is intended for research in the areas of nutrition...
Prizes of $4,000 to USA, Canada, and International new media projects that combine digital technology and history. The nonresidential prize will be awarded for innovative projects that are open to the public and reflect critical, rigorous, and thoughtful engagement. Recipients will expected to use the prize funds for the ...
Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals and academic institutions to recognize sustained efforts and initiatives to recruit and retain underrepresented ethnic and racial groups in the historical professions. Awardees will receive a certificate of recognition that specially honors their efforts to secure and su...
Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or group for contributions to the public’s understanding and appreciation of history. Nominations are accepted for a broad range of contributions to the field. This could include, for example, work as an administrator for a public history agency or group (such as a hist...