Grant directory · updated October 14, 2026
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Time-sensitive grants
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Jumpstart Community Development Grants — Programming Support
Supports organizations with the costs of delivering sport and active recreational programming for children and youth, with a focus on removing barriers to play. Two streams exist — Programming Support (this one) and Operational Support. Priority goes to families in financial need and children with disabilities, with further focus on communities facing intersecting barriers: BIPOC children and youth, and girls and young women.
Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG)
Small grants of $50 to $500 for residents to lead projects that bring neighbours together. Open to any resident of British Columbia of any age, experience or background, and to small volunteer-based neighbourhood and community groups. Reviewers look for projects that genuinely bring neighbours together and are open and inclusive.
Ontario Trillium Foundation — Grow Grant
Scaling successful projects: OTF Grow Grants fund the expansion of a proven program over 2–3 years. $100,000 to $600,000. Application window October 7 to November 4, 2026.
Catherine Donnelly Foundation Grants — Housing, Environment, Civic Engagement
Funds systemic change across three streams: Housing, Environment, and Civic Engagement for Social Change (including adult education for marginalized populations). Two grant rounds per year — a Spring Round and a Fall Round — each opening with a Letter of Inquiry stage. Streams may be individually closed in a given round, so applicants must check which are accepting before writing.
BC Community Gaming Grants — Human and Social Services
Annual sector-based grant supporting eligible not-for-profit organizations delivering human and social services programs in British Columbia. Sector intake for Human and Social Services runs August 1 to November 30, 2026.
Startup Canada - Startup Women Fund
Grants and technical support for woman-identified entrepreneurs in Canada to help them grow their businesses and overcome systemic barriers to capital.
Canada's Ocean Supercluster — Technology Leadership Project Program
Funding for collaborative projects that develop and commercialize innovative technologies for the ocean sector.
Rolling grants
No fixed close date — apply when your proposal is strong.
TELUS Friendly Future Foundation — Community Board Grants
Regional Community Boards fund local, grassroots community-based health and education programs that help youth facing obstacles reach their full potential. Boards operate by region (including Interior and Northern BC, Vancouver and Coastal, Vancouver Island, Barrie and Central Ontario, and others), each with its own intake.
Canada Post Community Foundation Grants
Annual granting program making a positive impact on the lives of Canadian children and youth aged 21 and under. Offers project grants, capped grants for schools and recreation facilities, and larger Signature Grants for national organizations, plus an Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation Signature Grant awarded annually.
Jim Button Youth Grant
Provides $500 in promotional products to support youth-led community and inclusion-focused projects.
Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) – Stream 2: New Builds / Signature New Builds
The Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) is a $200 million provincial capital funding program designed to revitalize existing community sport and recreation infrastructure and support the construction of new facilities across Ontario. Stream 2 provides funding up to $10 million for new, transformative community sport and recreation infrastructure, including assets that do not currently exist in a community or the replacement of existing assets reaching the end of their lifespan.
Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund
Funding delivered through Community Foundations of Canada supporting Indigenous-led food sovereignty and community resilience projects.
CAAIN — 2024 – 2025 Open Competition
Funding supporting agri-food automation, artificial intelligence, and smart farm technologies across Canada.
Worker Retention Grant
The Worker Retention Grant is a federal initiative designed to support worker retention and income adequacy. Available to eligible employers across all sectors who have an active Work-Sharing agreement and commit to supporting employee training during reduced hours, the grant provides a top-up to EI Work-Sharing benefits on non-working days.
International Mobility Program
Funding and program support for employers and non-profit organizations outside Quebec to recruit and hire French-speaking or bilingual foreign talent.
Black and Indigenous Futures Fund
The Black and Indigenous Futures Fund, offered by Toronto Foundation, provides grant funding to support Black and Indigenous community-led initiatives in Toronto.
SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants
Provides funding for short-term, targeted research partnerships between academic researchers and community organizations (including nonprofits) to address specific community needs and evaluate program impact.
ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship
A needs-based scholarship initiative funded by the RBC Foundation enabling leaders of registered Canadian charities to access governance training and professional leadership development.
Promise 1000 Youth Fund
Micro-grant funding to empower youth (ages 15–30) and youth-serving organizations to design and deliver grassroots community development and community-building projects across the Greater Toronto Area.
Achievement Incentive and Group Sponsorship Grant
Provides financial incentives to employers and group sponsors in Ontario to train apprentices, helping offset costs associated with hiring and training in eligible sectors.
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program (MARP) - Events
Federal funding for not-for-profits, Indigenous organizations and small municipalities running community events that promote multiculturalism and intercultural understanding.
PollinateTO Community Grants
PollinateTO Grants support resident-led groups, registered charities, and not-for-profit organizations in Toronto to create publicly visible pollinator habitat. Eligible projects include new pollinator or rain gardens, garden enhancements with native pollinator-friendly plants, and converting lawns, boulevards, or hard surfaces into pollinator habitat.
Ontario Skills Development Fund (SDF) – Capital Stream
Funding for Ontario organizations to build, upgrade, or convert skilled trades and training centres, covering construction, renovations, and equipment for training delivery in high-demand fields.
Fast-Track to Financing Program
Offers non-dilutive funding to help biologically-based and natural product organizations engage external experts to address strategic, market, regulatory, or technical hurdles and unlock commercial scaling.
2026 UFCW Canada Equity Grant Program
The UFCW Canada Equity Grant Program provides funding for projects led by UFCW Canada members and community allies that promote equity, inclusion, human rights, and stronger communities. Applicants can apply under one of three funding streams: Newcomer and Immigration, Human Rights, or Community Action.
Venture for Canada — Internship Program
Provides wage subsidy support to Canadian businesses, non-profits, and social economy enterprises hiring post-secondary students for internships to support organizational projects and innovation.
Mitacs — Business Strategy Internship
Provides matching funds to support innovation internships with Canadian organizations, connecting businesses and non-profits with post-secondary student talent to work on strategic innovation projects.
GreenShield Cares
GreenShield Cares supports community-based health initiatives delivered by non-profit organizations across Ontario and select Canadian provinces.
Walmart Canada Local Community Grants
Micro-grants distributed by local Walmart Canada stores to assist non-profit initiatives, community programs, and local food hampers.
KIA Communities in Motion
A national community funding partnership between Kia Canada and Community Foundations of Canada providing support to non-profits and charities delivering local social impact projects.
McConnell Foundation Grant Programs
Funding for innovative, systems-change initiatives across Canada focusing on Communities, Reconciliation, and Climate.
Frank J. Flaman Foundation Grants
Supports Canadian registered charities addressing the needs of families and children, with core priorities in access to food, shelter, basic education, clean water, and personal safety.
Costco Canada Community Relations Grants
Warehouse donations and grant funding supporting programs in the areas of children, education, and health and human services.
Ontario Agri-food Research Initiative (OAFRIP)
Funding for Ontario agri-food innovation and commercialization projects supporting advances in agriculture, food processing, and food systems.
Avnet Cares
Small community funding support for STEM, technology, environment, and local community needs for non-profit organizations operating in Toronto.
David Gregory MacKinnon Memorial Foundation — General Funding
Provides financial assistance to non-profit organizations delivering education, health, and community aid initiatives across Ontario.
Ontario Trillium Foundation - Youth Opportunities Fund
Funding for community-led youth and family support projects that drive innovation and benefit communities in Toronto, Ontario.
Sports Fun(d) New Program Grants
Individuals or organizations with a concept for a youth sports program may apply for funding to launch new programming if they have identified an organizational structure or partners to support the program.
Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grant
The Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organizations committed to positive change, fostering community well-being, education, and respect for life and the environment.
Sports Safety Funding from Academy Sports
Kentucky 501(c)(3) organizations promoting safety and responsibility in sports or outdoor activities, or supporting first responder programs, can receive in-kind donations to enhance community quality of life.
Community Possible Grants
Supports nonprofit organizations to build vibrant communities that offer stable jobs, homes, and communities connected through culture, recreation, and play, with an intentional approach to addressing immediate needs and systemic economic barriers to success.
FY27 Star Academy Grant
Funding for the implementation of an all-inclusive, STEM-driven, 'School-with-a-school' Star Academy Model designed to serve at-risk students in grades 7 and 8 who would benefit from a project-based, hands-on learning environment.
Kentucky Opioid Abatement Grants: Prevention
The Kentucky Opioid Abatement Grants: Prevention program aims to address the severe impact of the opioid epidemic on communities by distributing settlement funds for prevention-focused efforts, prioritizing youth prevention, overdose reduction, and collaborative projects.
Burcity International Development & Welfare Foundation — Community Support Programs
Community support programs focused on education and healthcare, including innovation and construction/renovation projects.
Young Canada Works (YCW)
Offering wage subsidies to eligible employers in the fields of heritage, arts, culture, and official languages.
Costco Wholesale Charitable Grants
Grants focused on programs supporting children, education, and health and human services in the communities where Costco does business.
UMC Charity Grant Program
Support for registered Canadian charities across Western Canada for projects in education, health, and arts.
Theatre Rental Grant Program
Supports non-profit arts groups by providing subsidized rentals for Vancouver theatre venues.
The Aki Latvala Foundation — General Funding
Provides support for charities serving children and youth across multiple Canadian provinces including British Columbia.
Canfor Good Things Come From Trees Foundation
Provides community funding for local projects and sustainability initiatives, including support for educational services and capital improvements.
Bus Grant Program
Provides funding for bus trips to regional parks, supporting educational and social outings.
Finning Canada Community Investment Program
Community funding for Canadian charities and nonprofits to support projects in the educational services sector, particularly involving technology and innovation.
Vancouver Cultural Spaces Grant Program
Provides capital and operating support for non-profit and charitable organizations that own, lease, or manage cultural spaces across Vancouver.
Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF)
Non-repayable capital grants for renovations, retrofits, and accessible technologies in workplaces and community spaces.
Community Gaming Grants - Program Grants
Provides funding to non-profit organizations for the delivery of community programs and capital projects that benefit British Columbians.
Cultural Grants Program - Communities and Artists Shifting Culture (CASC) project grants
Funding for short-term arts and culture projects that advance community impact.
Adopt-A-School
The Adopt-A-School program provides funding to schools in British Columbia to help meet the basic needs of students, such as food, clothing, and other emergency requirements.
Free to Play
A national fund aimed at supporting children by investing in local projects that encourage play, movement, and connection in outdoor spaces, moving away from screen-based activities.
Participatory Action Research Grants
Supports research co-led by community members and academic researchers to seek solutions for community health.
Mitacs Accelerate
Supports research projects by pairing organizations with graduate interns to address specific research questions.
Ralph M. Barford Foundation 2026 Open Call
Funding for Canadian charities working in children’s literacy, multiple sclerosis, and post-secondary scholarships.
Project Assistance: Arts-Based Community Development
Supports project-based activities that use the arts to address community issues or contribute to development, focusing on engagement processes.
Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) - Local Impact Stream
Supports community-driven projects in BC that create local impact, with priority for shovel-ready projects and climate-resilient designs.
Pre-Employment Certificate Program
Funds industry-recognized certificates (First Aid, Foodsafe, etc.) for youth in partner school districts to gain job-readiness skills.
Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ)
A federal grant providing wage subsidies to non-profit employers to create quality summer work experiences for youth aged 15 to 30.
Feeding Futures School Food Programs
A provincial grant program that provides funding to B.C. independent school authorities to start or expand school food programs, ensuring students have access to nutritious food.
Team Canada Strong Youth Placements Program
Provides youth aged 15-30 with paid, entry-level construction and trades-related work placements to support pathways into apprenticeships.
2026 Community Impact Grant Program
Supports Canadian charities in five priority areas: Food Security, Education & Job Training, Health & Wellbeing, Arts & Culture, and Environmental Sustainability.
Transforming Systems Grants (TSG)
These grants support registered charities and non-profit societies in BC that are driving systemic change by addressing the root causes of inequality. Provides multi-year funding up to $100k/year.
Canada Cultural Spaces Fund
Provides support for improving physical conditions for arts-related collaboration and presentation.
Building Safer Communities Program
Capacity building for youth violence prevention initiatives within the City of Vancouver.
EV Charger Rebates for Workplaces
Financial support for workplaces to purchase and install electric vehicle charging stations.
Youth and Elders Regenerative Fund
Strategic grants to support programs fostering intergenerational connections between youth and Elders in Indigenous and Black communities.
Community Gaming Grants - Program Grants
Funding to support the delivery of ongoing programs and services that meet community identified needs in sectors including Human and Social Services, Arts and Culture, and Environment.
Education Scholarship Fund
Provides funding for educational pathways for 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers, including awards for English-as-a-second-language (ESL) and multi-year scholarships for certificate, diploma, and degree programs to help integration into Canadian society.
Sponsorship Support Program
This program helps co-sponsoring charities and private 'Circles of Hope' bring 2SLGBTQIA+ refugees safely to Canada through private sponsorship.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant
A private funder that supports charitable, educational, and medical organizations to enhance general welfare through impactful community services.
Community Foundation of Louisville Competitive Grants
The Community Foundation of Louisville manages multiple competitive grant programs supporting education, health, and community programs in the greater Louisville area, specifically focusing on improving student outcomes across the region.
Promise 1000 Youth Fund
Micro-grants empowering youth (ages 15–30) to design and deliver community development and community-building projects.
Echo Foundation Mental Health Grants
Provides grants to organizations in Montreal and Toronto that deliver essential frontline services to individuals suffering from serious and persistent mental health problems, including reintegration programs and family support.
Ontario Job Grant (OJG)
The Ontario Job Grant provides direct financial support to individual employers or non-profit organizations to purchase training for their employees. It is designed to help workers get the training they need to learn new skills and help keep their jobs or find better ones. The grant covers a significant portion of training costs delivered by eligible third-party providers.
Skills Advance Ontario (SAO)
A sector-based workforce development initiative that funds strategic partnerships between employers and employment and training service providers. The program helps jobseekers and workers affected by economic shifts to upskill, reskill, and advance within high-potential sectors through essential technical and employability skills training.
PLTW Computer Science Grant (New Program)
Funding provided by Project Lead The Way and its corporate partners to support the implementation of project-based computer science curricula in schools and organizations. The grant covers program fees, teacher professional development, and required equipment.
State and Regional Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Hubs
A program aimed at powering AI-enabled scientific research across the country and building a highly skilled and capable workforce through state and regional hubs.
STEM Action Grants
STEM Action Grants provide small grants to innovative nonprofit organizations led by social entrepreneurs that bolster community-driven work to increase participation in STEM and public understanding of science.
STEM Convergence Grants
The STEM Convergence program supports projects that aim to increase the participation and leadership of women in STEM fields. It focuses on fostering institutional change, building collaborative networks, and supporting leadership development at the intersection of STEM and other disciplines.
Women's Education and Health Grants
Program expansion funding for small to medium nonprofits providing women's and girls' education, vocational training, or health access using research-informed models.
Permissive Tax Exemptions
A municipal program providing tax relief for qualifying local non-profit organizations and registered societies operating within the Municipality of North Cowichan.
Municipality of North Cowichan Grant-in-Aid
An annual program that awards funding to eligible non-profit societies operating within North Cowichan to provide financial assistance for the benefit of the community in areas such as social services, tourism, and culture.
Ontario Agri-food Research Initiative (OAFRIP)
Provides funding for Ontario agri-food innovation projects to support the growth and sustainability of the province's agriculture and food sectors.
Ontario Job Grant
A provincial funding program that provides direct financial support to employers who wish to purchase training for their employees. It helps employers provide short-term training to existing and new employees to address skills gaps and support business growth.
Cultivating Generosity Annual Grants Program
An annual grant program that supports Christian ministries and nonprofits in their efforts to advance Christian mission and organizational growth.
Pastoral Study Project Grant
Supports clergy and lay leaders with grants for independent studies on Christian life, designed to strengthen the spiritual and intellectual life of Christian communities.
Forrest Turpen Legacy Grant
Project grants of up to $500 for Christian educators to help them 'shine Jesus' light' on their K-12 public or private school campus through specific projects or initiatives.
CANConnect Microgrants for Youth-Led Civic and Community Projects
CANConnect empowers Canadian youth to initiate creative civic-engagement projects nationwide. Participants gain resources, civic knowledge, and digital skills to promote civic engagement.
Canada Summer Jobs
A wage subsidy program that helps non-profits and small businesses hire youth aged 15-30 for summer positions, prioritizing national themes like digital skills and community impact.
Civic Engagement for Social Change
This program supports projects that use popular education and participatory processes to foster active citizenship, strengthen democracy, and promote social justice.
Ontario Trillium Foundation Grow Grant
The Grow grant stream supports organizations in expanding, improving, or adapting proven programs to have a greater impact on the community. It is designed to scale successful models that have already demonstrated clear results.
TJX Foundation Grants
Funding for nonprofit organizations that provide basic needs and education for at-risk youth, located near TJX retail stores.
DanPaul Foundation Youth Welfare Grants
Funding for non-profit programs focusing on the education, health, and welfare of youth, with a priority on community-driven projects.
Supplemental CTE Funds
Supplemental funding for career and technical education programs with guidance documents addressing high and general cost pathway weights.
Industry Certifications Awards
State reimbursement funding for industry certification programs and exam costs, supporting Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways.
Kentucky GRANT Program
A state-funded match program that helps Kentucky nonprofits and municipalities compete for federal grants by covering nearly all of the required local match on an organization’s behalf.
Quality+ Pilot - Early Learning Support Grants
A comprehensive partnership program (2025-2027) for Louisville early learning centers, offering facility improvement grants, emergency funds, workforce development scholarships for staff training, and family tuition support services.
Thrive By 5 Partner Site Application
Thrive By 5 Louisville is partnering with early learning centers to support educators, strengthen classrooms, and make child care more accessible. Partner sites can access resources including the Quality+ Pilot, the UpLift Fund for educator recruitment and retention, and the Facilities Fund for environment improvements.
Change Happens Foundation Grant
A competitive grant program focusing on three main pillars: Environmental Science, Education, and Health. The education pillar specifically supports initiatives in early childhood, K-12, and higher education.
FY 2027 Capital Project Fund
A grant program providing funding for facilities improvements and renovations to nonprofit arts and culture organizations throughout New York State.
Walmart: Spark Good Local Grants
Local cash grants designed to address the unique needs of the communities where Walmart stores, Sam’s Clubs, and Distribution Centers operate.
Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)
Provides wage subsidies to organizations that offer quality work-integrated learning opportunities to post-secondary students.
Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF)
A $500 million program providing funding to repair, upgrade, or build sport and recreation facilities to foster healthier and more active lifestyles.
The Awesome Foundation Grants
Microgrants of $1,000 awarded monthly to creative, community-driven projects.
Community Wellbeing Grant
Global grant funding community-led non-profit organizations advancing the wellbeing of their communities by creating equitable access to movement and mindfulness programming. Funds up to 40% of an organization's operating budget to a maximum of $50,000 USD, over a one-year grant term.
O'Shaughnessy Fellowships & Grants
Supports 'undiscovered researchers, builders, and creatives' working on path-breaking ideas. Deliberately open — no academic credentials or particular job history required, and no geographic restriction.
Canada Summer Jobs
Provides wage subsidies to help not-for-profit organizations and small businesses create quality summer work experiences for youth aged 15-30.
McConnell Foundation Funding
Funds activities focused on at least one of three areas: Climate, Reconciliation, and Communities. The 'Communities' stream often aligns with projects that strengthen the social fabric and nonprofit sector capacity.
National Recognition Awards
Awards provided by the United States Bowling Congress (USBC) to recognize outstanding leaders, coaches, and volunteers who contribute to youth bowling programs across the United States.
Make Soccer in School YOUR Goal (U.S. Soccer Foundation Soccer for Success)
A partnership program that brings the Soccer for Success curriculum and equipment to school districts. The award includes teacher training, curriculum, and free soccer equipment to encourage participation in soccer within the school environment.
Walmart Spark Good Local Grants
Walmart Spark Good Local Grants provide funding to local organizations to support community needs. For booster clubs, this typically includes funding for equipment, uniforms, travel, and student enrichment programs. These grants are awarded by local Walmart and Sam's Club facilities to non-profits operating in their immediate service area.
Build Canada Homes
Build Canada Homes is a federal initiative designed to increase the pace of affordable homebuilding and combat homelessness by creating transitional and supportive housing. The program partners with various sectors to build deeply affordable community housing for low-income households and affordable homes for the middle class.
Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)
A wage subsidy program to help employers hire post-secondary students for work placements related to their field of study.
Enabling Accessibility Fund
Funding for small capital projects that improve physical accessibility and safety for people with disabilities in Canadian communities.
Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP)
Government-backed loans for working capital, intangible assets (software/IP), and equipment.
Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) - PacifiCan
A federal initiative administered by regional development agencies to support the commercialization and adoption of artificial intelligence. It helps Canadian businesses develop, implement, and market AI-powered solutions to improve productivity and scale.
Alterna Savings Community Lending Program
Alterna Savings operates as a Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI) providing affordable loans and financial advisory services specifically for social enterprises and nonprofits in Ontario.
Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF) - Community Support Stream
A federal grant program aimed at strengthening local food systems and improving access to safe and nutritious food for at-risk populations by supporting small-scale food infrastructure projects.
Stantec Community Engagement Grant
Stantec supports local initiatives in the communities where it operates, focusing on arts, education, environment, and health and wellness to foster sustainable development and community vitality.
California Serves Grant Program 2026-27
A state grant program intended to support expanding access for high school students to the State Seal of Civic Engagement through high-quality service-learning projects.
FoodCycler Food Waste Diversion Program
A waste diversion initiative that provides organizations with FoodCycler technology to reduce food waste volume by up to 90% onsite. The program aims to help businesses and nonprofits lower waste management costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with landfill waste.
Overdeck Family Foundation Education Grants
Supports educational initiatives focusing on early math, science, and engineering to improve student outcomes.
Novel Experiential Technologies Assisting Individual Learning (NExT AI) Hubs (P20)
Exploratory grants to address the impact of AI technologies on developmental outcomes for children with specific learning disabilities.
National Cancer Institute Youth Enjoy Science Research Education Program (R25)
A research education program aimed at engaging students in grades 6-12 in cancer research experiences and biomedical science careers.
Walmart Foundation Community and National Giving Programs
Funding for programs that support workforce development and community needs, ranging from local store-level grants to large national initiatives.
BC Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (BC IDMTC)
A refundable tax credit for British Columbia-based corporations that develop interactive digital media products, such as games and educational software.
ElevateIP
A national program that helps Canadian startups and SMEs understand, manage, and protect their intellectual property (IP).
Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF)
A flagship federal program that supports large-scale R&D and firm expansion projects.
Whole Kids Garden Grant
A $3,500 grant to start or expand an edible educational garden at a K-12 school, engaging children in growing food. Applicants may also opt in to be considered for an additional grant from Newman's Own Foundation, awarded on top of the Whole Kids award for US applicants.
Catapult Canada Open Call — General and Targeted (NEET) Streams
Open call supporting initiatives so every young person in Canada can achieve their potential. Two streams: the General Stream, open to all initiatives aligning with Catapult's funded project objectives, and the Targeted (NEET) Stream for projects specifically designed for newcomers to Canada, refugees, youth fleeing violence or trauma, and youth not in education, employment or training. Grantees are invited to the annual Catapult Gathering to network and share learning.
Free to Play
Supports outdoor play for children — creating the time, space and freedom for unstructured outdoor play so families come outside, neighbours meet, and communities grow closer. Eligible activities include temporarily closing streets for outdoor play and hosting traditional land-based activities. Delivered nationally through local community foundations.
Community Vitality Grant Program
Multi-year granting program that has distributed over $14M since 2011, supporting substantial community projects in London and Middlesex County. Administered as a three-stage process: Letter of Intent, full application, then decision.
Calgary Foundation Community Grants
The Calgary Foundation's largest granting program, open twice a year, supporting engaged and inclusive communities in the Calgary area. Funds existing programming (delivery, continuation, stabilization or incremental growth where the core program, target population and service delivery model stay the same) as well as new initiatives. Roughly 200 applications are received each cycle.
Bell Let's Talk Community Mental Health Fund
Improves access to mental health care, supports and services across Canada by funding proven best practices and evidence-based or evidence-informed community programs. One-year grants aligned to a grant year that typically starts October 1.
XPRIZE Wildfire
Global competition for autonomous wildfire detection and suppression technology.
Rogers Youth Grants
Open call for registered Canadian charities and non-profits delivering educational and employment programs to youth ages 12-29, prioritizing youth furthest from opportunity due to socioeconomic and other barriers. Funds mentorship, core academic training, career-readiness and skills-building, and structured learning that increases the likelihood of pursuing higher education or employment. Grants are one year only, administered through the Benevity portal.
Waislitz Global Citizen Disruptor Award
A global award for individuals or organizations using innovative technology to advance inclusivity and social impact.
Digital Skills for Youth Program (DS4Y)
Wage subsidies of up to $30,000 for SMEs to hire youth for technical roles like software development and AI research.
Futurpreneur Canada - Newcomer Program
Financing and mentorship specifically designed for newcomer entrepreneurs who have been in Canada for less than 60 months and may lack a long-established credit history.
Women Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES) Loan Fund
Provides loans to women entrepreneurs to help them start, scale up and grow their businesses. Funding is delivered through various regional partners like WeBC in British Columbia.
Investment Readiness Program (IRP)
A program designed to help social purpose organizations (SPOs) improve their capacity to participate in the social finance market. Funding can be used for business planning, impact measurement, and financial modeling.
Gay Lea Foundation Community Impact Grants
Grants under the Foundation's 'Nourishing Communities' purpose, supporting initiatives that create lasting change where Gay Lea members and employees live and work. Two grant types: Community Well-Being (advancing education, strengthening health and wellness, addressing poverty relief, and delivering impactful social programming) and Sustainable Agriculture (agricultural development and innovation, environmental sustainability and stewardship, and strengthening co-operative organizations locally and globally). Runs two cycles a year — Spring and Fall.
Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF)
A $500 million program providing funding for repairing, upgrading, or building new sport and recreation facilities to foster healthier and more active lifestyles.
Skills for Success (SFS)
Funding for projects that help Canadians at all skills levels to improve their foundational and transferable skills to better prepare for, get and keep a job, and adapt and succeed at work.
Lewis-Houghton Civics and Democracy Initiative: New Awards for 2027-2029
A grant program to support educational projects that use the Library of Congress's music or creative arts-related digitized primary sources to teach history, civics, and democracy to middle and high school students.
Federal Real Property Assistance Program
This program conveys surplus Federal Real Property to educational institutions to be used for educational purposes, helping schools expand their physical footprint.
Air Canada Volunteer Involvement Program
This program supports the fundraising efforts of charitable organizations in recognition of the volunteer involvement of Air Canada employees.
Target Community Engagement Funds (CEF)
Target's localized grant program empowers store and distribution-center leaders to support community needs through funding for nonprofits and schools focused on youth and family development.
Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Community Development Initiatives (ID 229831)
Grants for community development initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that address critical community needs and improve local quality of life through strategic projects.
Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Private Developers for Affordable Housing
This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and private developers in Ontario for the development of affordable housing. Projects that incorporate affordable housing units, are situated near public transit, and serve disadvantaged populations are prioritized.
TD Ready Commitment Grants
A multi-year initiative by TD to help open doors for a more inclusive and sustainable tomorrow. Funding is distributed across four critical areas to improve community well-being and financial security.
Build Canada Homes (including Canada Rental Protection Fund)
A federal funding initiative focused on expanding housing availability with a specific emphasis on non-market affordable housing, transitional housing, and community housing. It includes the Canada Rental Protection Fund designed to help non-profit providers acquire and protect affordable rental units.
Micro-Grants That Support Projects
Monthly micro-grants awarded to one project per month from the applicant pool to support local community projects.
2026 Community Grant Program
A grant program supporting initiatives that improve community wellbeing, strengthen social inclusion, and create sustainable positive change across Canada through community-driven projects.
New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) - Community-based Projects
A federal grant program that supports projects designed by and for seniors who make a difference in the lives of others and their communities. The program provides funding for projects that meet objectives such as promoting volunteerism, mentoring, elder abuse awareness, social participation, and capital assistance.
Truist Foundation Grants
Grant program supporting nonprofit organizations in Truist's operating footprint. All applications are submitted through the Foundation's online portal — paper or verbal requests are not accepted, and 501(c)(3) status is verified automatically on submission.
Kroger Family of Companies Charitable Giving
Kroger's charitable giving program supporting communities where it operates, advancing positive change at national and local levels. Runs on fixed quarterly deadlines rather than a single annual cycle.
Build Strong Social Impact Grants
TC Energy's Build Strong social impact program funds community initiatives near its operations. Investment opportunities are considered from communities within approximately 30 kilometres (20 miles) of TC Energy assets. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Mitacs Accelerate
Research internships that pair organizations with graduate students and postdoctoral fellows on applied R&D projects. $15,000 per 4–6 month internship unit (Mitacs and the partner organization each contribute $7,500). Continuous intake.
Foundation For The Carolinas Competitive Grant Programs
Foundation For The Carolinas administers 22 competitive grant programs, each with its own priorities and requirements. A shared sample application exists to help applicants gather the information most of those programs ask for.
Coverys Community Healthcare Foundation General Grant Program
General grant program funding healthcare projects with measurable and demonstrable results. Grants are project-based, made through a Request for Proposal process, and carry a formal grant agreement with bi-annual reporting.
PrairiesCan Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP)
Interest-free repayable contribution supporting high-growth businesses in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba to accelerate growth, adopt technologies, scale up, and commercialize. Expressions of interest accepted on an ongoing basis. NOTE: repayable contribution, not a pure grant.
Canada Summer Jobs 2027
Wage subsidies for employers to create quality summer work experiences for youth aged 15–30. Not-for-profit employers can receive up to 100% of the provincial/territorial minimum wage; public and private employers up to 50%. Employer application period typically opens late fall.
Quebec Economic Development Program (QEDP)
CED's program supporting regional economic development and diversification across Quebec — helping SMEs and supporting organizations seize growth and productivity opportunities. Ongoing intake through CED's regional business offices.
Canada Cultural Spaces Fund
Federal funding for the improvement, renovation, and construction of arts and heritage spaces, and for the purchase of specialized equipment. Continuous/rolling intake; supports projects with eligible expenses through March 31, 2028 while funds remain.
ACOA Business Development Program (BDP)
Interest-free, unsecured funding to help Atlantic Canadian businesses start, grow, and modernize: up to 50% of capital to grow or launch, and interest-free contributions covering up to 75% of eligible business-growth activities. Applications through the MyACOA portal on a rolling basis.
NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP)
Financial assistance plus advisory services for research and development by innovative small and medium-sized businesses. Advisor-mediated, relationship-based intake — engagement starts by contacting an Industrial Technology Advisor. Rolling, no fixed deadline.
Minnesota Common Grant Application
A standardized grant application form developed collectively by Minnesota grantmakers to simplify and streamline grantseeking. One prepared application can be submitted to many participating Minnesota funders. Separate variants exist for project support and for general operating support.
McConnell Foundation Funding
Funds activities focused on at least one of three areas — Climate, Reconciliation, and Communities. Distributes roughly $2 million annually. Notably, there are no application deadlines; proposals are accepted on a continuous basis.
Computer Equipment Donation Program
In-kind support of recycled computer equipment to help nonprofits build their technology infrastructure.
Bella Vista Foundation — Early Literacy and Healthy Living Grants
Two Giving Great Starts (GGS) grant streams — Early Literacy and Healthy Living — supporting programs for young children and families.
Abell Foundation Grants — Regular and Small
Supports organizations building a stronger Baltimore where all residents can thrive. Two tracks share one process: the Small Grant for requests of $10,000 or less, and the Regular Grant for requests greater than $10,000. Notably, neither application has word or character limits, and applicants may submit a Word or PDF attachment instead of completing the individual questions inline.
Explore and Create: Artistic Creation
Supports the creation of artistic work from initial idea to public presentation, including research and development by Canadian arts organizations.
Promise Neighborhoods (PN) (84.215N)
Funding to support a continuum of solutions designed to significantly improve academic outcomes for children in distressed neighborhoods.
Give for Good Louisville
A community-wide fundraising platform that allows local organizations to raise money and earn special cash prizes.
Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) Grant
Service grants to support projects that fill a community need and focus on health, education, or youth leadership development.
Tyson Foods: Sponsorships Grant
Tyson Foods provides sponsorships for events and programs that contribute to community well-being and social responsibility.
BASF Corporation Charitable Contributions Grant
BASF provides funding to support STEM education, science teachers, and environmental initiatives in areas where they operate.
Bell Textron Corporate Grant
This program supports community initiatives with a focus on education, STEM, and support for veterans and first responders.
Casey’s Donation Requests Grant
Casey’s provides support to local organizations through cash donations and in-kind products, focusing on education, hunger relief, and community services.
Scholarship Award For Excellence
A national scholarship program recognizing high school students for their academic excellence and potential for future impact.
Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program (SIP)
A summer immersion program partnership focused on teaching coding skills to high school students, specifically targeting gender equity in tech.
YSA Summer of Service Awards
Recognizes young change-makers engaged in ongoing volunteer service projects. Awards help young people (ages 5-25) start or expand their service projects and community impact initiatives.
All Points North Foundation Middle School Education Grants
Funding for programs that prepare teachers or help middle school students grow academically and socially/emotionally, specifically targeting underserved communities.
Nigeria Youth Futures Fund Grants
Grants, training, and mentorship for young entrepreneurs (18-35) focusing on technology-enabled and creative industries in Nigeria.
Building the Economics of Open Transaction Networks (OTNs)
A research programme inviting teams from LMICs to explore the economics and infrastructure of open transaction networks (OTNs).
Google for Startups Cloud Program
Provides startups with Google Cloud credits, technical training, and business support to help them scale.
The youthrive Program
A partnership initiative between Access Bank and the Nigerian government designed to empower MSMEs through capacity building and access to finance.
Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme
A pan-African program offering $5,000 in seed funding, along with business training and mentorship, for African entrepreneurs.
Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF)
A funding program established by the Lagos State Government to support entrepreneurs and SMEs based in Lagos with funding, mentorship, and capacity-building.
Federal Government Tech Startups & Innovation Grants
A federal initiative providing equity-free innovation grants of up to ₦50m to support the development of digital solutions, ICT skills, and the growth of the Nigerian tech ecosystem.
Nigeria: Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES)
A shock-responsive platform providing multisectoral interventions including livelihood grants and economic support for micro and small enterprises (MSEs).
Bet9ja Foundation ScaleUp Business Accelerator
A flagship business accelerator providing non-equity grant funding, ten weeks of mentorship, and access to a network of investors for registered, revenue-generating Nigerian businesses.
MEST AI Startup Program 2027
An intensive entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and venture incubation program for aspiring African founders.
Scheme for Promotion of Culture of Science (SPOCS)
Encourages the integration of science and culture by supporting events, exhibitions, and campaigns that foster scientific temper through creative mediums.
THT Seed Grant
The THT Seed Grant aims to fill urgent and critical gaps in conservation action for lesser-known species and critical habitats in India, providing short-term funding for high-impact projects.
SAATHI Social Innovation Programme 2026
A social innovation grant program focusing on technical solutions and innovative approaches to social challenges in India, categorized under Tech Grants on the AndPurpose platform.
Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)
A fund aimed at facilitating the creation of post-harvest management and community farming assets including cold storages, warehouses, and processing units through interest subvention and credit support.
Ministry of Ayush Central Sector Schemes (via Ayush Anudan Portal)
A digitalized grant management system for organizations seeking financial assistance under various Central Sector Schemes of the Ministry of Ayush. The portal supports projects related to clinical trial infrastructure, public health outreach programs, and medicinal plant cultivation within the traditional Indian medicine sector.
Ministry of Culture Cultural Function and Production Grant (CFPG) 2026
Financial assistance to NPOs for organizing conferences, seminars, workshops, symposia, festivals, exhibitions, and productions on various aspects of Indian culture. It supports research projects and the preservation of cultural heritage.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
A prestigious merit-based scholarship for high school seniors who demonstrate leadership, academic excellence, and a commitment to their communities.
Butterfield Foundation Focus Area Grants
Grants for Christian nonprofit organizations focusing on whole person care through four main areas: Charitable Whole Person Healthcare (underserved populations), Choose Life Advancement (pregnancy/healing), International Whole Person Healthcare, and Spiritual Care Advancement. Funding is primarily for capital projects, equipment, training, and curriculum development rather than ongoing operations.
Humanity AI Coalition Open Call (Summer 2026)
A $10 million open call for people-centered AI initiatives supporting nonprofits and social enterprises developing public-interest AI tools and research addressing economic justice.
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation: Housing Grants
Supports the development and renovation of affordable housing and community facilities that serve low-income individuals and families.
Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grants
Supports the development of a comprehensive neighborhood 'Transformation Plan' to replace distressed housing with high-quality mixed-income housing and improved resident outcomes.
The Annie E. Casey Foundation: Family Economic Success
Aims to help families achieve economic success through access to high-quality jobs and community resources, with a specific focus on Georgia-based investments.
Truist Foundation Grant
Supports non-profit organizations that provide leadership in economic mobility, specifically focusing on building career pathways and strengthening small businesses in underserved communities.
Bank of America Charitable Foundation: Economic Mobility
Supports nonprofit organizations addressing affordable housing, small business support, and neighborhood revitalization for low-to-moderate-income communities.
The Home Depot Foundation: Community Impact Grants
Provides grants to local non-profits using volunteers to improve the homes and lives of U.S. veterans and for community revitalization projects, often via gift cards for materials.
Tomberg Family Philanthropies: Poverty Alleviation Grants
Provides grants to support projects that help people out of poverty, focusing on educational opportunities, job training, and support for basic needs.
Georgia Power Foundation: Community Vitality and Economic Development
Invests in projects that enhance the quality of life, promote economic development, and support workforce development across the state of Georgia.
U.S. Department of Labor: YouthBuild Program
A community-based alternative education program that provides job training and educational opportunities for at-risk youth who learn vocational skills by building or rehabilitating affordable housing.
Community Economic Development (CED) Program
The CED program provides funding to private, non-profit Community Development Corporations (CDCs) for projects that create new jobs for individuals with low incomes, including business startups and technical assistance.
CSRA Community Grants Program
Provides grants to nonprofit organizations that improve the quality of life for residents in Richmond County (Augusta) and surrounding areas across education, health, and community development.
Community Impact Grants
The Community Impact Grants program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations working to improve the quality of life for residents in the Greater Augusta region. The program focuses on four primary pillars: education, health, human services, and community development.
The Hearst Foundations: Social Service Grants
The Hearst Foundations support large-scale efforts to help low-income populations through housing, food, and community development.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Community Grants
Georgia-Pacific supports organizations in communities where they have a significant operational presence, focusing on education, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment.
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation: Youth Development & Atlanta/Georgia Community Development
The foundation supports organizations in Georgia that provide high-quality youth development and foster economic opportunity.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Family Economic Stability
Provides grants to organizations focused on improving the lives of children and families living in urban poverty through economic stability.
Hoblitzelle Foundation Capital Grants
Supports capital projects for non-profit organizations in the Dallas area, including construction, renovation, and land acquisition.
Atmos Energy: Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities
Focuses on community safety, energy assistance, and supporting the overall vitality of service areas, particularly through housing-focused initiatives.
Section 4 Capacity Building for Community Development and Affordable Housing
This HUD program provides funding to enhance the capacity and ability of community development organizations to carry out affordable housing activities.
Wells Fargo: Housing Affordability Philanthropy
Wells Fargo provides grants to nonprofit organizations to support housing affordability, including construction/rehabilitation of affordable homes and housing counseling.
Section 523 Mutual and Self-Help Housing Technical Assistance Grants
This program provides grants to non-profit organizations to provide technical assistance to very low- and low-income families who are building their own homes in rural areas.
The Meadows Foundation Grants for Texas Nonprofits
The Meadows Foundation provides grants to Texas-based 501(c)(3) organizations (and fiscally sponsored projects) that address human services and housing.
The Rees-Jones Foundation: Human Services & Housing Grants
The Rees-Jones Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations that serve the people of North Texas, specifically focusing on safe, stable, and affordable housing.
Texas Bootstrap Loan Program (Owner-Builder)
The Owner-Builder Loan Program (also known as the Texas Bootstrap Loan Program) is a self-help housing construction program that provides very low-income families an opportunity to help themselves through the sweat equity construction of residential housing.
Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) - Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization
Federal funds allocated to local governments to support community development activities. The article explicitly identifies CDBG as a top source for NGOs building affordable housing and improving neighborhoods.
Texas Housing Trust Fund (HTF) - Amy Young Barrier Removal Program
Funds for accessibility modifications and emergency repairs for low-income persons with disabilities.
Kresge Foundation American Cities Program
Focuses on community development and affordable housing to build stable, equitable cities.
Title V Federal Surplus Property Program
Makes federal land and buildings available to nonprofits for $0 to assist the unhoused and develop permanent affordable housing.
HUD: Housing Counseling Assistance Program
Provides funds for housing counseling services including financial literacy and homeownership education.
Amon G. Carter Foundation Community Grants
Supports social services and community development improving quality of life in North Texas.
Walmart Local Community Grants
Small-scale local grants for community improvement and basic needs including housing assistance.
State Farm Good Neighbor Community Grants
Funding for affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, and financial literacy projects.
Capital One Impact Initiative: Community Development Grants
Supports organizations focusing on housing, financial health, and workforce development for low-income individuals.
Sid W. Richardson Foundation Human Services Grants
Supports North Texas organizations addressing basic needs including housing and social stability.
Moody Foundation General Grants
Grants to Texas non-profits supporting community development, social services, and housing to impact quality of life.
Hillcrest Foundation Community Grants
Supports organizations improving quality of life in Dallas through housing, health, and education.
Churchill Downs Incorporated Foundation Grants
Provides financial support to organizations that benefit the horse racing industry and the communities in which CDI operates. The foundation focuses on athlete wellness (jockeys), equine welfare, and community social services for industry workers.
Jockey Club Safety Net Foundation Assistance
The Foundation provides financial relief to needy individuals and their families within the Thoroughbred industry. Funding is directed toward those who have spent their lives working with horses, including backside workers such as grooms and hot walkers, for basic needs, healthcare, and hardship assistance.
Giboo Foundation Spiritual Care Support Grant
Funding for community-based organizations that provide spiritual care, chaplaincy, and social services to vulnerable or marginalized worker populations.
Foundation of the Horse Industry Support Grants
Supports non-profit organizations that provide human services and aid to individuals within the horse industry, including programs for the wellbeing of those working in the racing community.
The Chatlos Foundation Grants
The Chatlos Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations for projects that fall into one of four areas: Bible Colleges, Missions, Social Concerns, and Religion.
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP)
Funding is for the expansion of ongoing efforts to provide shelter, food, and supportive services to individuals and families experiencing or at risk of hunger.
Finish Line Youth Foundation - Louie's Grants
Provides support for youth development and wellness programs in communities where Finish Line has a retail presence.
Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program (HTPCP)
Provides funding for community-based projects that improve the health and well-being of children and families in underserved communities.
SAMHSA Mental Health Awareness Training (MHAT) Grants
Helps organizations train individuals to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental disorders and how to safely de-escalate crisis situations.
KAHP Community Grant Program
The Kentucky Association of Health Plans offers grants to Kentucky-based organizations that promote health, wellness, and improved health outcomes for underserved populations.
Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers (2501 Program)
Grants to organizations that enhance the equitable participation of socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers in USDA programs.
V.V. Cooke Foundation Benevolent Grants
The V.V. Cooke Foundation supports organizations that promote religious, educational, and benevolent causes, with a strong emphasis on the Kentucky area and Christian ministry.
Giboo Foundation Community Spiritual Empowerment Grant
Provides financial support to faith-based organizations that offer both spiritual care and material assistance to marginalized labor communities and their families.
The Gheens Foundation Social Services and Religious Grants
The Gheens Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky. Funding is directed toward projects in education, health and human services, and religious endeavors that improve the quality of life for residents.
Keeneland Foundation Community Grants
The Keeneland Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that provide health and human services, education, and youth development, with a strong priority for those serving the horse industry and the Central Kentucky community.
American Heart Association Community Impact Grants
Supports local wellness initiatives and healthy living programs, addressing health disparities through measurable behavior change.
Rite Aid Healthy Futures Empowering Children Grant
Focuses on health, wellness, and food insecurity for children in the communities Rite Aid serves. The program supports organizations that provide direct access to nutrition and health services.
TJX Foundation Community Grant Program
Provides support to local organizations that offer basic needs (food, clothing, and shelter) to disadvantaged children, youth, and families in communities where TJX operates.
NSF Innovation Corps (I-Corps) - Teams Program
Accelerates the economic and societal benefits of research projects that are ready to move toward commercialization.
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Digital Technology
Supports projects improving researcher productivity through better digital tools and OSS sustainability.
CivTech Innovation Challenge Program
A challenge-based program where startups propose AI and automation solutions for public sector operational efficiency.
Cyberinfrastructure for Sustained Scientific Innovation (CSSI)
Supports the development of sustainable, reusable software and data infrastructure, including OSS ecosystems.
EPA SBIR Phase I Solicitation
Provides seed funding to small businesses to develop innovative environmental monitoring technologies and data analytics tools.
Knight Foundation Community and National Initiatives
Funding for projects leveraging technology to strengthen community engagement and map digital transformation impacts.
NSF Civic Innovation Challenge (CIVIC) 2026
A multi-stage competition funding technology-based solutions for civic challenges, including data infrastructure for communities.
USAID Development Innovation Ventures (DIV)
Tiered funding for evidence-based social innovations and digital technology that solves development challenges.
CDP Cyberspace and Digital Policy Research
Funds initiatives promoting international cooperation on digital policy, including AI governance and digital infrastructure standards.
Measurement Science and Engineering (MSE) Research Grants
Supports high-impact research in AI measurement, benchmarking, and standards to ensure systems are trustworthy.
DARPA AI Exploration (AIE) Program
Funds high-risk, high-reward rapid prototyping research into new AI concepts, automated reasoning, and secure AI agents.
Civic Tech Innovation Grant 2026
Supports projects that enhance digital democracy, improve government transparency, and build open-source infrastructure for civic engagement.
CISE Core Programs - Small Projects
Supports innovative research in AI safety, software engineering, and networking that can be performed by small teams.
The Opportunity Project (TOP) 2026 Summer Sprint
A technology development program that brings together government agencies and tech teams to build digital tools using open data.
Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace (SaTC)
Addresses cybersecurity and privacy challenges, including those related to AI safety, blockchain, and decentralized technologies.
NSF Cyberinfrastructure for Emerging Science and Engineering Research (CESER)
CESER supports innovative cyberinfrastructure pilot projects that utilize AI and automation to streamline research workflows.
Internet Freedom Fund
Supports projects focused on internet freedom, open-source technology, and digital security research and development.
Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Centers (EJ TCTAC) - Advisory
Centers frequently seek technical assistance providers to help community groups with grant scouting, workflow automation, and reporting systems.
NSF Responsible Design, Development, and Deployment of Technologies (ReDDDoT)
Supports research and capacity-building projects that ensure ethical, legal, and societal considerations are embedded in the lifecycle of technology development, focusing on AI and infrastructure.
Public Goods Foundation Infrastructure & Research Grants
Funding for projects that build, support, or research digital public goods, open-source software, and new economic models for public infrastructure.
Jupiter Public Goods Grants
A community-driven funding program launched by Jupiter Exchange to support projects that benefit the Solana ecosystem and improve decentralized governance.
AFWERX SBIR 26.3 Phase I Open Topic
A 'Dual-Use' technology program seeking innovative solutions that have both commercial and defense applications. The Open Topic focuses on AI, data, and software that can improve operational efficiency.
Pathways to Enable Open-Source Ecosystems (POSE)
The POSE program aims to harness the power of open-source development for the creation of new technology solutions to problems of national and societal importance. It supports the transition from a piece of open-source software/hardware to a sustainable and healthy open-source ecosystem (OSE).
NSF Science of Science: Discovery, Communication, and Impact (SoS:DCI)
The SoS:DCI program supports research designed to increase the public value of scientific activity. It funds projects that examine the productivity and effectiveness of the scientific enterprise, including grantmaking mechanisms, research infrastructure, and the impact of funding programs.
NSF SBIR Phase I: Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program provides non-dilutive funding for startups and small businesses to develop high-risk, high-impact technical innovations. The AI topic includes automated reasoning, natural language processing, and data intelligence.
NAMM Foundation - Music-Making Grants
Supports music-making programs in healthcare settings that expand access to music for people of all abilities.
Oregon Arts Commission - Arts Build Communities
Supports arts projects that address community needs and improve quality of life for Oregon residents.
American Legion Child Welfare Foundation
Supports programs ensuring the mental, physical, and emotional welfare of children through direct services.
Aflac Childhood Cancer & Blood Disorders Grants
Support for clinical programs that improve the quality of life for children with cancer undergoing treatment.
Texas Commission on the Arts — Grant Programs
Funding for arts projects that target Health & Human Services, specifically in clinical and community settings across Texas.
Grants for Arts Projects (GAP)
Supports projects that integrate arts into health and well-being sectors, focusing on public engagement and diverse arts education.
Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation Community Grants
Grants for programs providing joyful experiences for children in hospital settings, such as art, music, and play therapy.
Nike Community Impact Fund (NCIF)
Supports local community-based organizations that help kids reach their full potential through play, specifically in the Portland Metro area.
Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program (HTPCP)
Innovative, community-based initiatives that improve the health and well-being of children and youth with special health care needs.
The Hearst Foundations: Culture and Health Grants
Supports large-scale access to healthcare and the arts for well-established nonprofits, focusing on clinical outcomes and cultural experiences for vulnerable youth.
ALSF Psychosocial: Family Well-Being Grants
Grants for projects providing direct service to children with cancer and their families, focusing on quality of life and psychosocial outcomes.
Spirit of Children Hospital Grants
Funding for therapeutic play and joy-based programs in pediatric hospitals to make environments less scary for kids and families.
Music Man Foundation Core Grants
Supports large-scale music-in-health initiatives in clinical settings like hospitals, focusing on patient recovery and the improvement of the healthcare environment.
Grants to Charities
The Looking Out Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations that serve the community through music and the arts, with a specific focus on youth programs.
Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)
Provides wage subsidies for employers to hire post-secondary students for specific projects.
TechSoup Canada – Technology Donations Program
Provides Canadian charities with discounted software and hardware to improve operational capacity.
Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) - Small Projects
Funding for capital projects that improve physical accessibility and safety for people with disabilities and seniors.
TD Ready Commitment
Focuses on interconnected drivers of change: Financial Security, Connected Communities, and Better Health.
Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) - Unyielding Fund
Supports Black-led and Black-serving organizations addressing food security and economic justice.
OTF Capital Grant
Funding to help non-profits with the costs of equipment and infrastructure to better serve their communities.
McConnell Foundation - Social Innovation & Enterprise
Funding for projects that use social enterprise models to address systemic issues such as economic exclusion and food waste.
ScotiaRISE
Focuses on removing barriers to economic resilience for disadvantaged groups through education and employment programs.
Sobeys Inc. Community Investment Program
Focuses on 'Nourishing our Communities' by supporting food security, healthy eating, and reducing food waste.
Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF)
A program aimed at strengthening food systems and facilitating access to safe and nutritious food for at-risk populations by providing funding for infrastructure needs.
Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms (TAAF) - Mid-Atlantic Region
Cost-sharing program for Mid-Atlantic manufacturers to hire consultants for product development and branding.
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant
Business coaching, mentoring, and grant funding for small businesses to scale operations.
Bob Evans Farms - Heroes to CEOs
Grant and coaching for veteran entrepreneurs to scale their established businesses.
Maryland ExportMD Program
Reimbursement grants for Maryland small businesses to market products globally.
Citizens Small Business Community Champion Award
Grant for small businesses in Citizens Bank branch states (including MD/VA/DC) that support the community.
BGE Energizing Small Business Grant
Grants for Maryland small businesses in the BGE service area to support growth and community impact.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) - Department of the Army
R&D funding for small businesses to develop technologies with commercial and military potential, particularly in logistics.
Target Forward Founders
Accelerator for early-stage consumer product brands to scale and prepare for retail partnerships.
Military Valorous Grant
Capital and coaching for veteran entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and increase community impact.
Halcyon Opportunity Intensive
An incubator for social entrepreneurs in the DMV area providing mentorship and stipends to scale businesses with social impact.
Mid-Atlantic Job Creators Quest Grant
A grant and accelerator program for diverse-led small businesses in the Mid-Atlantic region (MD/VA/DC) to help them scale and create jobs.
Maryland Manufacturing Growth Grant
Funding for Maryland manufacturers to improve processes, increase capacity, and support product commercialization and engineering.
TEDCO Builder Fund
Pre-seed investment and support for Maryland-based technology companies headed by entrepreneurs from underrepresented backgrounds, including veterans, focused on product innovation.
US Chamber of Commerce Foundation - Dream Big Awards
An annual program recognizing the achievements of small businesses and providing cash prizes to help them grow and continue their contributions to the economy.
BRAVE (Building Relationships and Advancing Veteran Entrepreneurship)
A technology transfer initiative that allows Veteran entrepreneurs to license VA-invented technologies to start or expand a business, waiving upfront licensing fees.
Warrior Rising Small Business Grant
Provides training, coaching, and financial grants to 'vetrepreneurs' to start or grow their small businesses.
BioTalent Canada Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)
Provides wage subsidies to organizations to hire post-secondary students for roles related to the bio-economy, including environmental roles.
TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (FEF) Grant
Funding for environmental projects such as school gardens, outdoor classrooms, and environmental education programs.
FortisBC Heat Pump & Electric Water Heater Rebates for Non-Profit Organisations
Provides specialized rebates to charities and non-profit organizations that upgrade to high-efficiency electric HVAC equipment in their buildings.
Child Honouring Course Bursaries
Financial assistance for educators and administrators to take the foundation's signature online course: 'Compassion, Community, and the Child'.
Home Depot Canada Foundation - Community Building Grant
Support for repairs, renovations, and maintenance projects for community-based organizations serving youth.
EcoAction Community Funding Program
Provides financial support to community-based non-profit organizations for projects that have measurable, positive impacts on the environment, specifically clean water, nature, and climate change.
City of Vancouver Community Art Grant 2026/2027
The Community Art Grant program supports collaborative art-making between professional artists and community members to foster social connection and local identity.
Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) - Small and Medium Retrofits
This program supports energy-efficient retrofits and green upgrades for existing community buildings, including schools. Funding is directed toward projects that improve environmental performance while ensuring accessibility.
Telus Vancouver Community Board Grant
Funding for local grassroots projects that support youth and education in the Vancouver area.
Raffi Foundation Child Honouring Community Grants
Grants to support projects that integrate the 9 Principles of Child Honouring into community-based settings, schools, or programs. Funding is intended for small-scale initiatives that promote a culture of respect for the earth and for the child.
BC Hydro EV Charger Rebate Top-ups
Financial support for the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in workplaces and buildings across BC.
Child Honouring Course Grants (Reduced Fee)
Grants to cover the enrollment fees for the 'A Course in Child Honouring,' an online interdisciplinary course for educators.
Build Communities Strong Fund: Community Infrastructure & Climate Adaptation
A federal funding initiative providing investments in community infrastructure. Supports regionally significant projects and climate adaptation in the education sector.
Child Honouring Community Grants
Annual grants awarded to projects that align with the 9 Principles of Child Honouring. Supported initiatives typically focus on creating respectful, safe, and sustainable environments for children.
Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) - Small and Medium Retrofits
This program supports retrofits, repairs, and upgrades to existing community buildings to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance accessibility.
Child Honouring Community Grants
Funding for community-based projects that align with one or more of the Nine Principles of Child Honouring. Applicants must provide a brief project description, start and end dates, and a detailed project budget.
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