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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,590 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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3,590 grants found

Grants to Colorado Research Institutes and Business Partners for Scientific Studies

Deadline: 09/20/26

Grants of $50,000 to Colorado research institutions and industry partners for translational quantum research studies. Funding is intended to promote innovations launched out of the lab and to help them along the development path to new programs and businesses. Hig...

GrantWatch ID#: 231846

Grants to USA and Australia Nonprofits and Schools to Promote US Interests in Australia

Deadline: 09/20/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA and Australia nonprofits, NGOs, schools, individuals, and other qualifying entities for projects that promote American security, commercial, and economic interests in Australia. Required registrations may take several weeks...

GrantWatch ID#: 232519

Grants to Canada IHE Faculty Members to Partner with For-Profits for the Development of Techno...

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support rese...

GrantWatch ID#: 160240

Grants to California Youth for Projects to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to California youth in eligible regions for projects to address community needs. The funding is intended to empower young people to implement their unique ideas to make significant changes within their communities and to gain leadership ski...

GrantWatch ID#: 171054

Grants to Oklahoma Organizations and Individuals to Benefit Residents in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Oklahoma organizations and individuals to benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to provide financial assistance for individuals and to support organizational programs that address community needs. The goal of the grant program is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 180875

Award to a Maine Teacher for the Integration of Agricultural Themes in the Classroom

Deadline: 09/21/26

Award of $300 and in-kind support to a Maine PK-12 school teacher to recognize outstanding contributions. Funding is intended for teachers who have successfully integrated agricultural concepts in elementary and secondary school classrooms. Nominations and applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 181234

Grants to California Farmers for Financial Assistance Due to Drought-Related Losses

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to California farmers operating small to medium sized farms for financial support due to losses incurred as a result of drought. Funds may be used for purposes such as lowering well pumps, emergency upgrades to irrigation systems, increased electricity bill...

GrantWatch ID#: 204274

Award to a USA Sculptor to Recognize Excellence in Sculptural Abilities

Deadline: 09/21/26

Award of $5,000 to a USA sculptor to recognize excellence in sculptural abilities. Applications are welcome from individuals who have created nature-inspired works that include sculptures in the round and in bas-relief. Funding is intended for applicants with matu...

GrantWatch ID#: 206036

Grants to USA Early-Career Investigators for Neurodegenerative Diseases Research

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to USA early-career investigators for research related to neurodegenerative diseases. Eligible applicants have a doctoral degree and up to a decade of research experience. Funding is intended for novel and revolutionary research with the potential for far-r...

GrantWatch ID#: 206674

Grants to West Virginia PreK-12 Educators for Projects to Enhance Student Education

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants of up to $750 to West Virginia PreK-12 educators for projects to enhance the education of students in eligible counties. Funding may be used for classroom resources, special projects, and materials that are not provided by other sources, including the schoo...

GrantWatch ID#: 210206

Grants to Texas Teachers to Promote Agricultural Programming

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants of $500 to Texas teachers to promote agricultural programming in the classroom. Funding is intended for projects that enhance the agricultural curriculum available to children and help them understand the source of their food and nutrients. Projects must di...

GrantWatch ID#: 210275

Opportunity for Wisconsin Entrepreneurs to Participate in an Accelerator Program

Deadline: 09/21/26

Opportunity for Wisconsin entrepreneurs in eligible regions to participate in a business development program. Participants receive vendor perks, networking opportunities, mentorship, customized coaching, and investor meetings. The program's goal is for graduates t...

GrantWatch ID#: 226908

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, and Universities to...

Deadline: 09/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, and universities to participate in a competition to address the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Eligible individuals are between the ages of 18 and 35. Contest categories include climate ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227354

Contract to a New Hampshire Nonprofit, Agency, or Individual for Children with Disabilities

Deadline: 09/21/26

Contract for services to a New Hampshire nonprofit organization, agency, or individual for initiatives to benefit young children with disabilities. The goal of the program is to improve outcomes in preschool, with a focus on improving school readiness, development...

GrantWatch ID#: 231952

Agreement to a USA Entity to Collect and Analyze Probation and Parole Data

Deadline: 09/21/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories nonprofit organization, for-profit, individual, government agency, or educational organization to collect and analyze data related to probation and parole. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be...

GrantWatch ID#: 232271

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity to Strengthen Agriculture Against Biosecurity Risks

Deadline: 09/21/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA IHE, agency, individual, nonprofit organization, or contractor to strengthen agriculture against biosecurity risks. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to ensure ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232329

Emerging New York Filmmaker and Content Creator Promotion Conference

Deadline: 09/21/26

Opportunity for New York undergraduates and recent graduates to participate in a conference to develop their abilities to promote their filmmaking or creative content. The purpose of the program is to provide participants with mentorship and networking, and the op...

GrantWatch ID#: 232476

Fellowship to an Oregon Building and Design Professional for Career Development

Deadline: 10/25/26 Conference Date: 09/21/26

Fellowship to an Oregon individual to support professional development opportunities. Funding is intended to promote the career development of building and design professionals and to encourage greater contributions to their profession and community. The goal of t...

GrantWatch ID#: 198259

Grants to Maryland Public School Teachers for Creative Classroom Initiatives

Deadline: 09/22/26

Grants of up to $500 to Maryland public school teachers in eligible regions for creative initiatives that are not funded by the school system. Previously funded projects include musical instruments and art supplies, books for students to take home and share with t...

GrantWatch ID#: 147043

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 09/22/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to benefit low-income residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs in arts, culture, community, economic development, after-school education, the elderly, the environment, health and human services...

GrantWatch ID#: 180679

Grants to Canada Researchers for Collaborative Research with Researchers from Other Countries

Deadline: 09/22/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible post-secondary institutions for collaborative research with researchers from other countries. First-time applicants must register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. The pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 217831

Fellowships to USA Mid-Career Professionals to Improve Health Equity

Deadline: 11/03/26 Conference Date: 09/22/26

Fellowships to USA and territories professionals working at government agencies and academic institutions to improve health equity, health policy, and health care. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Awa...

GrantWatch ID#: 162334

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Studies on Their Professions and...

Deadline: 01/03/27 Conference Date: 09/22/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals from a range of professional backgrounds to study the ethics of their profession in relation to the Holocaust. Eligible participants are involved in the following careers: business, law, design and technolo...

GrantWatch ID#: 210854

Grants to Minnesota Schools and Individual Artists for Projects to Enhance Arts Access to K-12...

Deadline: 09/30/26 Conference Date: 09/22/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to Minnesota schools and individual artists to partner together for projects giving K-12 students in eligible locations arts access during the school day. Funding is intended to enhance the arts education opportunities available to students ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224768

Award to a Michigan Teacher to Recognize Exceptional Contributions to Education

Deadline: 09/23/26

Award to a Michigan teacher to recognize exceptional contributions to education. The selected candidate will have access to professional development programs and will become a candidate for a national teaching award. This award program provides an opportunity for...

GrantWatch ID#: 150051

Residencies for Quebec Emerging Artists for a Film or Video Project

Deadline: 09/23/26

Residencies with a value of $75,000 to Quebec artists in eligible locations for documentary projects. Funding is intended to assist emerging filmmakers from culturally diverse backgrounds. Grants may be used to support the creation and production stages of filmmak...

GrantWatch ID#: 176319

Grants to Oregon Artists for Career Advancement Projects

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to Oregon artists for career advancement projects. Funding is intended for work in a wide range of disciplines, including music, literature, dance, theatre, performance art, visual arts, design arts, and media arts. Artists from underserved communities are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179524

Grants to USA Individuals with Disabilities to Purchase Sports and Recreational Equipment

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals with disabilities to purchase sports and recreational equipment. Funding is intended to promote active lifestyles among people with paralysis due to spinal cord injury. Grant funds may be used for any type of equipment that is designed fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 180260

Grants to British Columbia Artists and Arts Practitioners for Art Tours

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to British Columbia artists and arts practitioners for tours both inside and outside the province that will lead to enhanced artistic and professional opportunities and exposure. First-time applicants must register in the grant portal prior...

GrantWatch ID#: 180743

Grants to British Columbia Artists and Arts and Culture Professionals for Career Development

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to British Columbia artists, cultural practitioners, arts administrators, and other arts and culture professionals to pursue career-advancing opportunities. First-time applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitti...

GrantWatch ID#: 180744

Grants to Massachusetts School Educators to Provide Enrichment Opportunities for Students

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Massachusetts public school teachers in eligible locations to provide enrichment opportunities for students. Funding is intended to cover expenses that include, but are not limited to instructional materials and equipment for science, mat...

GrantWatch ID#: 196657

Grants to Alberta Artists, Cultural Workers, and Collectives for Professional Development

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta individual artists, cultural workers, and collectives in eligible locations for professional development opportunities. Funding is intended for programs and activities related to the development of an artist’s practice and caree...

GrantWatch ID#: 201153

Grants to Idaho Agencies, Probation Officers, School and Medical Personnel, and Prosecutors to...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Idaho law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, government entities, probation officers, medical staff, and school personnel for programs that address child abuse and neglect. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of the administrative...

GrantWatch ID#: 205877

Grants to Indiana Teachers to Improve the Learning Experience for Children

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to Indiana teachers to improve and enrich educational programming for students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to develop innovative projects that promote learning for students. The goal of the grant program is to enhance the educational experien...

GrantWatch ID#: 210186

Grants to Pennsylvania Farmers and Co-ops to Introduce New Farming Technologies

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to Pennsylvania farmers and cooperative associations to introduce new farming technologies. Funding is intended for on-site projects, project planning, and regional impact programs. Eligible projects are those that generate energy while at the same time red...

GrantWatch ID#: 217420

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual or Organization for Strides in Worldwide S...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or organization in recognition of tremendous strides in the area of worldwide security. The purpose of the award is to honor unique contributions in areas including technology, research publications, new initiati...

GrantWatch ID#: 223425

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Scientists for Studies on Mental Illness

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research scientists for research studies related to treating mental illness. Funding areas of interest include bipolar disorder, ADHD, eating disorders, autism, PTSD, and schizophrenia. The purpose of funding is to create n...

GrantWatch ID#: 223436

Opportunity for Washington Poets to be Chosen as a Poet Laureate

Deadline: 09/23/26

Opportunity for Washington poets to be chosen as the poet laureate in eligible regions. All forms of poetry are eligible. The selected laureate will participate in city events and public openings, and promote interest in literature and poetry. Eligible poets must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230241

Grant to a Qualifying USA Researcher for Studies Related to Ovarian Cancer

Deadline: 12/17/26 LOI Date: 09/23/26

Grant to a USA qualifying researcher affiliated with an academic medical center for research studies related to ovarian cancer. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support research activities of a physician who curre...

GrantWatch ID#: 231390

Grants to Indiana Elementary School Teachers for Classroom Projects

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to Indiana certified elementary teachers in eligible locations for classroom enhancement projects. Funding is intended to support a variety of expenditures. Past awards have supported professional development, literacy tools, technology, and much more. Elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 232083

Financing Opportunity for USA Entrepreneurs in Multiple States

Deadline: 09/23/26

Opportunity for New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts entrepreneurs to present their businesses to a panel of judges to win financing. Applicants are required to register prior to submitting an application. In addition to funding, winn...

GrantWatch ID#: 232389

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Research on Sustainable Agriculture

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies in multiple states for programs that promote sustainable agriculture. Projects must take place within the Northeast region, which includes Connecticut, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 170933

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Training Related to Sustainable Agriculture

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies who work with farmers and service providers in multiple states for educational projects to promote agricultural sustainability. Projects must take place within the...

GrantWatch ID#: 171785

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Research to Improve Agricultural Practices

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agencies, and for-profit entities who work with farmers and in food systems in multiple states for research projects to improve practices in agriculture. Projects must take place within the N...

GrantWatch ID#: 196260

Grants and In-Kind to California Journalists for Reporting Expenses

Deadline: 10/21/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and in-kind support to California journalists for reporting related expenses. Applicants must attend an information session prior to applying. The purpose of funding is to spread awareness about domestic violence through professional and se...

GrantWatch ID#: 219345

Grants to USA Entities in Multiple States for Projects That Strengthen Farming Communities

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/23/26

Grants to USA individuals affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies in multiple states for projects that strengthen farming communities. Projects must take place within the Northeast region, which includes Connecticut, D...

GrantWatch ID#: 224753

Grants to Ontario Dance Artists, Groups, and Nonprofits for Presentations and Training

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Ontario professional dance artists, groups, collectives, and nonprofit organizations for the creation of dance presentations and for professional development. Funding is intended for the production, presentation, and development of live and virtual dance...

GrantWatch ID#: 154658

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Glaucoma Studies

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers at nonprofit organizations and institutions for research that expands knowledge of glaucoma and addresses prevention and treatment. Funding is intended to help support studies that spearhead new research that co...

GrantWatch ID#: 162013

Grants to Minnesota Individual Artists for Arts and Cultural Activities

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Minnesota individual artists for arts and cultural activities in eligible regions. The purpose of funding is to increase access to arts education and diverse arts experiences for all ages. Eligible proposals include but are not limited to...

GrantWatch ID#: 174005

Grants to Canada Music Artists, Record Labels, and Managers for Artist Promotion and Touring I...

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 175217
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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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