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EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 20, 2027

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborative projects among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NIGMS Institutional Biomedical Undergraduate Research Training Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

Jun 28, 2025

This program provides funding to U.S. colleges and universities to enhance undergraduate training in biomedical research, helping students transition into advanced degree programs and research careers.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Clinical Translation Research Award
$2,160,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 12, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This funding opportunity supports innovative clinical research projects aimed at improving treatments and outcomes for individuals with spinal cord injuries, particularly those involving military Service Members, Veterans, and civilians.

Health
Nonprofits
Innovative Bridge and Transition Program Grant
$9,300,000
Illinois Community College Board (ICCB)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 2, 2026

Date Added

Aug 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that create innovative programs helping individuals aged 16 and older, particularly those with limited skills or disabilities, transition smoothly from education to high-demand employment.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Advancing Global Capacity to Detect and Respond to Fungal Diseases
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control - NCEZID)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Apr 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations, including state and local governments and nonprofits, to enhance global efforts in detecting and responding to fungal diseases, thereby improving public health security.

Health
Nonprofits
Small Business Development Centers Grant Program
$525,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to qualified organizations that will establish Small Business Development Centers in underserved areas of Illinois, helping entrepreneurs and small businesses access essential resources and services for growth and success.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
NIH Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) (R25 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$1,250,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

May 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports educational projects that enhance understanding of biomedical research among K-12 students and teachers, particularly those from resource-limited institutions, to inspire interest in STEM careers.

Health
State governments
GROW Apprenticeship Intermediary Grants
$650,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development
State

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2027

Date Added

Aug 4, 2026

This funding opportunity supports a variety of organizations in Massachusetts to develop and expand registered apprenticeship programs in high-demand industries, such as healthcare and early childhood education, without using funds for apprentice wages.

Infrastructure
For profit organizations other than small businesses
DoW Autism Career Development Award
$750,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 22, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2026

This funding opportunity supports early-stage and transitioning researchers in developing innovative projects that improve understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of autism, with a strong emphasis on community collaboration and real-world impact.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Forever Idaho Regional Grant Program
$25,000
Idaho Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2027

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This program provides flexible funding for nonprofit organizations and government entities in Idaho to support a variety of operational needs and community initiatives.

Community Development
County governments
Community Development Grant - Large (CDG-L)
Contact for amount
City of Chicago – Department of Planning and Development (DPD)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 8, 2024

This program provides substantial funding to support the development of commercial, cultural, industrial, and mixed-use projects in Chicago, aimed at enhancing community infrastructure and services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
DoW, Ovarian Cancer, Ovarian Cancer Clinical Trial Academy Early-Career Investigator Award
$1,400,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2026

This funding opportunity supports early-career researchers in ovarian cancer by providing financial resources and mentorship to develop their skills in conducting impactful clinical trials and translational research.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Museum Grants for American Latino History and Culture (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 American Latino museums and related organizations to enhance their capacity to serve communities and develop a professional workforce in the field of American Latino history and culture.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
VNA Foundation Invites LOIs for Services Benefiting Chicago’s Medically Underserved
$80,000
VNA Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for healthcare programs that serve medically underserved communities in the Chicago area, prioritizing initiatives led by nurses.

Health
Nonprofits
Illinois Returning Residents Clean Jobs Program (CEJA)
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 24, 2024

This program provides funding to community organizations that offer education and job training in clean energy for individuals in Illinois prisons who are nearing their release, helping them successfully reintegrate into society and the workforce.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Clean Energy Contractor Incubator Program
$2,500,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 24, 2024

This program provides funding and support to small, community-based contractors in Illinois to help them overcome barriers and participate in the clean energy economy.

Energy
Nonprofits
ECMC Foundation Grants & Investments
Contact for amount
ECMC Foundation (ECMC)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, and postsecondary institutions in the U.S. that are working to improve college completion rates for underserved students through innovative and evidence-based initiatives.

Education
Nonprofits
Midland States Bank Foundation Grant
$25,000
Midland States Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Midland States Bank service area that focus on improving education, workforce development, financial empowerment, housing, small business growth, and health for low- to moderate-income communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
DTE Energy Foundation Tree Planting Grant Program
$4,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

Date Added

Aug 21, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support for tree planting projects in public spaces across Michigan, aimed at enhancing community engagement, environmental sustainability, and tree diversity.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
SOI 1275 New York Statewide Fatherhood Engagement
$10,000
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

Aug 25, 2026

This grant provides financial support to community-based organizations in New York State to help fathers and father figures strengthen their relationships with their children and access resources that promote family stability and child well-being.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits