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EDU Core Research
$2,500,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This program provides funding for researchers to explore and improve STEM education, focusing on learning environments, broadening participation, and workforce development across various age groups and settings.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NDEP STEM Open NFO
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Washington Headquarters Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 8, 2028

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop and implement nationwide STEM education programs for Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) cadets, focusing on cyber and artificial intelligence concepts to enhance workforce development in national defense.

Education
Nonprofits
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program (2027)
$1,000,000
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 libraries, archives, and educational institutions to recruit, train, and retain library and information science professionals, enhancing their ability to meet community information needs.

Education
Nonprofits
Veterans Employment Grant
$5,000
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2026

This program provides financial incentives to Wisconsin employers who hire and retain disabled veterans with a service-connected disability rating of at least 50 percent, rewarding them for maintaining employment over a full year.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC)
$6,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 26, 2027

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for collaborative research projects between institutions in eligible jurisdictions to strengthen STEM research infrastructure and promote workforce development.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Upskill: NJ Incumbent Worker Training Grant Program
$250,000
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
State

Application Deadline

Oct 21, 2026

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to New Jersey employers for training their current employees, helping them improve skills and advance in their careers while boosting the competitiveness of their businesses.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Fostering the Future Together: Empowering Youth for a Safe Digital World
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of International Labor Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Aug 3, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working in eligible countries to empower youth at risk of child labor through education, digital skills training, and online safety initiatives.

Youth
Nonprofits
Growing the Clean Energy Workforce – Electric Vehicles (GCEW-EV)
$600,000
New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 3, 2026

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop training programs that prepare individuals for careers in electric vehicle repair, maintenance, and related services, with a focus on benefiting residents of Disadvantaged Communities in New York State.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Continuation of Solicitation for the Office of Science Financial Assistance Program
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Office of Science)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of fundamental scientific research projects across various disciplines, including energy, environment, and national security, aimed at advancing knowledge and innovation in the United States.

Science and Technology
Individuals
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
Ohio Work Ready Grant
$6,000
Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to Ohio residents pursuing postsecondary credentials in high-demand fields, particularly in advanced manufacturing and technical areas, to help strengthen the state's workforce.

Workforce Development
Individuals
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
Young Investigator Award in Survivorship Research
$50,000
Conquer Cancer
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 28, 2027

Date Added

Jul 6, 2026

This funding opportunity supports early career physicians in the U.S. conducting research on the long-term health and quality of life of cancer survivors, helping them transition into independent faculty roles.

Health
Individuals
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