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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Capacity Building

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U.S. Mission to Australia 2026 Annual Program Statement
$100,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Australia)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 20, 2026

Date Added

Aug 25, 2026

This grant provides funding for projects that promote flag football, combat antisemitism through education, or strengthen partnerships with Pacific Islands, targeting organizations and individuals in Australia and the U.S. who can engage American expertise and cultural elements.

Education
Nonprofits
21st Century Museum Professionals Program (2027)
$500,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums and related organizations to develop career pathways, enhance professional networks, and improve workforce training for current and future museum professionals.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Museums Empowered (2027)
$350,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding for museums in the U.S. to enhance staff skills through professional development in digital technology, evaluation, and organizational management.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 4, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and other legal entities focused on advancing racial equity and improving the well-being of vulnerable children and families through community-driven solutions in the U.S. and select international regions.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
County History Partnership Program (CHPP) Grant
Contact for amount
Somerset County
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 16, 2026

Date Added

Aug 18, 2026

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions in Somerset County to enhance public access to and knowledge of New Jersey history through programming and organizational development.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Community-Partnered Nursing Research Centers (P20 Clinical Trial Optional)
$500,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 25, 2027

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nursing-led research centers that collaborate with community organizations to address health challenges and improve well-being through innovative, community-engaged research.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Light a Single Candle Grants
Contact for amount
Light a Single Candle Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 12, 2026

Date Added

Oct 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations working on sustainable development initiatives that alleviate poverty in specific areas, including international locations, the Greater Metropolitan St. Louis region, and West Central Illinois.

Youth
Nonprofits
U.S-Saudi AI Research Commercialization Accelerator Program (ReCAP)
$900,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

Date Added

Sep 1, 2026

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations to connect Saudi Arabia's AI innovation ecosystem with U.S. technology and commercialization networks, fostering collaboration and enhancing economic ties.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Implementation of Four GCTF Classic Workshops in 2027
$450,000
U.S. Department of State (American Institute in Taiwan)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 6, 2026

Date Added

Aug 31, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in implementing a series of international workshops in Taiwan focused on global cooperation and training on resilience, emerging technologies, and democratic governance.

International Development
Nonprofits
BRAIN Initiative: Research Resource Grants for Technology Integration and Dissemination (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 6, 2028

Date Added

Feb 10, 2026

This funding opportunity supports the dissemination and integration of validated neuroscience tools and resources to enhance research and understanding of brain function and disorders, targeting a wide range of eligible applicants including educational institutions, nonprofits, and businesses.

Science and Technology
State governments
AI Partnership Exchange for Tech Leaders (APEX)
$250,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2026

Date Added

Jul 27, 2026

This grant provides funding to not-for-profit organizations to create professional networks and training programs for emerging AI leaders in Saudi Arabia, connecting them with American experts in technology and venture capital.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Health Needs for Smith County Fund
Contact for amount
Smith County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities in Smith County, Kansas, to implement projects that promote public health and encourage healthier lifestyles among residents.

Health
Nonprofits
National Leadership Grants for Museums (2027)
$750,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to museums and related organizations for innovative projects that enhance public engagement, improve collections care, and address critical needs in the museum field.

Education
Nonprofits
Frisco Waste Reduction Business Grant
$10,000
Frisco Town Government
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Frisco-based small businesses, nonprofits, and educational organizations in implementing innovative projects that reduce waste and promote sustainability within the community.

Environment
Nonprofits
FY26 DEFENSE ESTABLISHED PROGRAM TO STIMULATE COMPETITIVE RESEARCH (DEPSCoR) CAPACITY BUILDING (CB)
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 5, 2027

Date Added

Aug 11, 2026

This grant provides funding to eligible higher education institutions in specific U.S. states and territories to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering relevant to national defense and security.

Capacity Building
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Research and Education Program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCU) Equipment/Instrumentation
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 9, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for equipment and instrumentation to enhance research and education capabilities at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Tribal Colleges and Universities, focusing on STEM fields critical to national security.

Science and Technology
Private institutions of higher education
Higher Education Challenge Grants Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

Date Added

Aug 6, 2026

This program provides funding to U.S. colleges and universities to enhance education and training in food and agricultural sciences, preparing students for careers in the agricultural workforce.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
University-led Networks for Innovation, Technology, and Expertise (UNITE)
$150,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 17, 2026

Date Added

Aug 19, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S. universities to collaborate with Saudi institutions and commercial partners to develop innovative solutions in key sectors like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, addressing workforce and operational gaps in Saudi Arabia.

Education
Nonprofits
Annual Program Statement
$20,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 13, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals for projects that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Zimbabwe, focusing on shared goals in areas like free speech, technology, and economic prosperity.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
Burgum Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Burgum Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to rural North Dakota public schools and nonprofit organizations for educational projects that enhance student learning, support educators, and foster innovative practices in underserved communities.

Education
Nonprofits