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Grants for Colleges & Universities

Explore 1,818 active, human-verified grants for colleges, universities, community colleges, trade schools, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and other Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) across the United States, Canada, and internationally. These grants support institutions and fund campus infrastructure, research, faculty initiatives, workforce development, technology, academic programs, and other institutional priorities. Discover funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers, updated daily.

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1,818 grants found

Grants to British Columbia Research Trainees to Travel to National or International Meetings

Deadline: 11/27/26

Grants of $1,000 to British Columbia full-time research trainees for travel to national or international meetings. Funding is intended to support research projects, as well as the research group that the trainee will represent at the meeting, which focus on women...

GrantWatch ID#: 226441

Grants to New York Nonprofits, IHEs, Businesses, and Informal Organizations for Literary Event...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, IHEs, businesses, and informal organizations for literary events such as workshops and readings in eligible locations. Grant funds must be used for writers' fees. Funding is intended for events that are open to the publi...

GrantWatch ID#: 164347

Grants to Missouri Schools and IHEs for Reading Services for Students Who Are Legally Blind

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Missouri public school districts, special school districts, IHEs, and technical and professional schools for reading services to assist students who are legally blind. Funding is intended to reimburse schools for employing a qualified individual to read ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175675

Grants to Michigan Students Pursuing Advanced Degrees for Projects that Improve Health Care

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Michigan students pursuing advanced degrees for research studies to improve health care throughout the state. Funding is intended to support activities that show a direct impact on health and health care. Previous grants within this progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 188889

Fellowships to Israel Ph.D. Graduates to Conduct Research Studies in the United States

Deadline: 11/30/26

Fellowships of $60,000 to Israel recent Ph.D. graduates to conduct research studies at a qualifying IHE or research institute in the United States. Applicants must contact staff before applying. Funding is intended to assist researchers in all fields of study exce...

GrantWatch ID#: 199444

Scholarships to Nova Scotia Students at IHEs for Workforce Readiness Programs in the Agricultu...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Scholarships of up to $1,500 to Nova Scotia students at academic institutions for workforce readiness programs related to the agricultural industry. Funding is intended to support programs that help students at accredited postsecondary institutions acquire the nec...

GrantWatch ID#: 206624

Grants to Kansas IHE Students in Eligible Counties to Support Educational Expenses

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Kansas undergraduate students in eligible counties to support expenses associated with attendance at accredited post-secondary educational institutions. Funding is intended to assist with costs incurred for books, fees, and tuition. Students may be of an...

GrantWatch ID#: 214711

Grants to Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia Organizations for High-Impact Progra...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia organizations for high-impact programs to improve the lives of residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended for programs that will create a difference in areas facing socio-economic challenges, and that...

GrantWatch ID#: 215884

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Programs Related to Health, Education, and Human Services

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, including public health agencies, educational institutions, and social services organizations, for programs that benefit residents across the state. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of...

GrantWatch ID#: 220352

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for a Wide Range of Charitable Activities

Deadline: 12/31/26 LOI Date: 11/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for a wide range of charitable activities. Applicants must complete the required registration and submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Focus areas include arts and culture, community, housing, social...

GrantWatch ID#: 220883

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, Churches, and Agencies to Benefit the C...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, churches, government entities, and public entities for projects and programs to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is available for a variety of fields of interest, including agric...

GrantWatch ID#: 229847

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Low-Income Populations

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs and projects that benefit low-income residents. Funding is intended to support proposals in the focus areas of education, healthcare, economic independence, and cultural activities. Priority...

GrantWatch ID#: 150806

Grants to California Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies in eligible communities for programs that benefit local residents. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities in the areas of arts and culture, education, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173782

Grants to Michigan Jewish Youth to Offset Expenses Related to Attending a Program in Israel

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Michigan Jewish teenagers and young adults in eligible locations to offset expenses related to attending an impactful program in Israel. Funding may be used towards a range of programs, including but not limited to educational and volunteer opportunities...

GrantWatch ID#: 173905

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Churches, Library Boards, and IHEs for Public Arts Presentations

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations, churches, library boards, Indian bands, Metis settlements, IHEs, and agricultural societies for public presentations by professional artists. New applicants must register online at least five business days prior to the de...

GrantWatch ID#: 174990

Grants to Wisconsin Math Teachers and Districts to Promote Career Development

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Wisconsin teachers, districts, and groups to enhance mathematics education practices. Funding is intended to enable educators to attend workshops, conferences, and courses. The goal of the program is to encourage professional development ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176879

Grants to New Mexico Jewish High School and College Students for Educational Trips to Israel

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to New Mexico Jewish high school and college students for financial assistance to participate in educational trips to Israel. Funding is intended to help students attend trips that enhance their Jewish identity. Preference will be given to applicants going ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178432

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and School Districts for Small-Scale Community Proj...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and school districts in eligible locations for small-scale, immediate projects that address community needs. Funding is intended for organizations that address the priority areas of heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 184998

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Enhance the Well-Being of Local Residents

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations in eligible communities to enhance the health and well-being of local residents. All applicants must submit a letter of inquiry and first-time applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 196482

Grants to Wisconsin Teachers, Districts, and Groups for Learning and Development Opportunities

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to Wisconsin teachers, school districts, and groups for educational opportunities and professional development. Funding is intended to improve instructional practices and student learning in the field of mathematics. Grants can be used to su...

GrantWatch ID#: 198983

Grants to Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Louisiana Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs Addressi...

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Louisiana nonprofit organizations, public charities, government agencies, IHEs, and K-12 schools for programs that address children's mental health and family food security in eligible regions. Funding may al...

GrantWatch ID#: 217322

Grants to Utah Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Individuals and Communities

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Utah nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit individuals and communities. Funding is intended to support activities in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to medical research, arts and culture, youth, environment, and recrea...

GrantWatch ID#: 222181

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Community Improvement Projects

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities that promote economic development; improve health care and medical research; advance the beautification and rehabil...

GrantWatch ID#: 222307

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to address education, healthcare, and other comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 223562

Grants to South Carolina Entities for Indoor Exhibits on the American Revolution

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers to create indoor interpretive displays and exhibits related to the American Revolution. The purpose of the program is to support projects t...

GrantWatch ID#: 232058

Grants to South Carolina Entities for Local Community America250 Events and Projects

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for America250 celebrations and commemorations in local communities throughout the state. Funding is intended for a wide range of activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 232059

Grants to South Carolina Entities for Marketing for Historic Tourism Events

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for projects to support historic tourism related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for marketing activities, including studie...

GrantWatch ID#: 232060

Grants to South Carolina Entities for Research Related to the American Revolution

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, museums, visitor centers, individuals, and businesses for research projects related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for digitization and genealogy projects such as...

GrantWatch ID#: 232061

Grants to South Carolina Entities for American Revolution Educational Programming

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for educational programming related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for educational activities at the K-12, collegiate, or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232062

Grants to South Carolina Entities for American Revolution Historic Signage and Markers

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for historic markers and signage projects related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects, including l...

GrantWatch ID#: 232063

Grants to South Carolina Entities for American Revolution Site Development and Renovation

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers to develop American Revolution-related historical sites. Funding is intended for site renovation, development, acquisition, and planning ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 232064

Grants to Hawaii IHEs to Assist Students Seeking Higher Education

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to Hawaii colleges and universities in eligible locations to assist students seeking higher education. Funding is intended for financial aid that helps students attending post-secondary institutions. Qualified students must be enrolled before an academic in...

GrantWatch ID#: 232429

Grants to California Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for community benefit initiatives in eligible regions. New applicants must submit a letter of inquiry before applying. Funding is intended for activities that improve support for children and families, promote arts and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232495

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit First Nation Communities and Resid...

Deadline: 12/02/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit and charitable organizations for programs that benefit First Nation communities and residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to promote and build healthy communities. Programs should align with the Funding Source's core val...

GrantWatch ID#: 140039

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects Related to Shooting Sports

Deadline: 12/03/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and governmental entities, including public schools, institutions of higher education, and law enforcement agencies, for programs related to recreational shooting activities. Funding is intended to provide equipment, suppl...

GrantWatch ID#: 177229

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects Related to Shooting Sports

Deadline: 12/03/26

Grants to Kentucky nonprofit organizations and governmental entities, including public schools, institutions of higher education, and law enforcement agencies, for programs related to recreational shooting activities. Funding is intended to provide equipment, supp...

GrantWatch ID#: 177237

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects Related to Shooting Sports

Deadline: 12/03/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations and governmental entities, including public schools, institutions of higher education, and law enforcement agencies, for programs related to recreational shooting activities. Funding is intended to provide equipment, suppl...

GrantWatch ID#: 181994

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects Related to Shooting Sports

Deadline: 12/03/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and governmental entities, including public schools, institutions of higher education, and law enforcement agencies, for programs related to recreational shooting activities. Funding is intended to provide equipment, supp...

GrantWatch ID#: 182021

Grants to Florida Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs to Improve the Health of Residents

Deadline: 12/04/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and institutions of higher education for programs that improve health outcomes for residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full applicat...

GrantWatch ID#: 180609

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, School Districts, and IHEs to Enhance the Quality of ...

Deadline: 12/04/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and IHEs for programs to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 184598

Fellowships to Canada Health Professionals for Research Projects on Kidney Donation

Deadline: 12/07/26

Fellowships with a stipend of $31,000 per year to Canada health professionals for studies related to kidney disease and organ donation. Eligible applicants include a wide range of health professionals. The purpose of the program is to foster the growth and experti...

GrantWatch ID#: 223904

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, For-Profits, Tribes, and Agencies for Electric Vehicle Use

Deadline: 12/09/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit and for-profit organizations, tribal entities, and government agencies to promote the use of electric vehicles. Funding is intended to increase access to affordable and reliable electric vehicle charging networks and reduce transportat...

GrantWatch ID#: 219415

Grants to New Mexico Entities for Equitable Youth Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 02/26/27 Conference Date: 12/09/26 LOI Date: 01/12/27

Grants to New Mexico Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, municipalities, counties, nonprofit organizations, public preschools, K-12 schools, public school districts, and public colleges and universities for high-impact outdoor recreation programs serving youth age 18 and un...

GrantWatch ID#: 196631

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects Related to Shooting Sports

Deadline: 12/10/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and government entities, including public schools, institutions of higher education, and law enforcement agencies, for programs related to recreational shooting activities. Funding is intended to provide equipment, suppli...

GrantWatch ID#: 177239

Grants to South Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects Related to Shooting Sports

Deadline: 12/10/26

Grants to South Dakota nonprofit organizations and governmental entities, including public schools, institutions of higher education, and law enforcement agencies, for programs related to recreational shooting activities. Funding is intended to provide equipment, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182010

Internships to Rhode Island College Students to Work in the Renewable Energy Sector

Deadline: 12/11/26

Internships to Rhode Island graduate and undergraduate students to gain work experience and skills in the renewable energy industry. Students and recent graduates whose career interests are in the field of clean energy are eligible to apply. Through the program, s...

GrantWatch ID#: 187327

Grants to Rhode Island Renewable Energy Businesses to Employ Student Interns

Deadline: 12/11/26

Grants to Rhode Island renewable energy businesses to hire student interns. Eligible businesses can choose qualified students and recent graduates whose career interests are in the field of clean energy to participate in the program. Through the program, students ...

GrantWatch ID#: 194440

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Agencies for Historical Projects

Deadline: 01/18/27 LOI Date: 12/14/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations and government agencies for historical projects across a range of disciplines. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects related to state history in areas such as archaeology, ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 192026

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Youth Programs

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $2,500 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, religious organizations, and government agencies for activities and programs that benefit youth under the age of 18 in eligible locations. Eligible proposals benefit yo...

GrantWatch ID#: 156938

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Projects that Address Community Needs

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community-benefit activities in the focus areas of arts and culture, civic, disabilities, education, environment, health, and so...

GrantWatch ID#: 179924
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