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Albert Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest at Villanova University Grant
$7,500
Villanova University
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2026

This grant provides funding for innovative historical projects that engage the public and explore the role of history in shaping civic identity and collective understanding, prioritizing diverse and underrepresented communities.

Humanities
Individuals
John Templeton Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
John Templeton Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2027

Date Added

Jul 12, 2024

This funding opportunity supports innovative research and public engagement projects that explore the intersections of science, philosophy, and spirituality, targeting charitable organizations and individuals worldwide.

Education
Nonprofits
Bank of America Client Foundation Grant
$40,000
Bank of America Client Foundation (BOA Client Foundation)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Sarasota County, Florida, and Delaware, focusing on arts, historic preservation, education, and human services to enhance community well-being.

Arts
Nonprofits
Charles N. Felton and Charlotte Ashley Felton Endowment Grant
$5,000
Charles N. Felton and Charlotte Ashley Felton Endowment
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2027

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Francisco that promote music, education, and services for economically disadvantaged residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Knowledge For Freedom Initiative
$300,000
Teagle Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 21, 2025

This initiative provides funding to colleges and universities to create summer programs that engage underserved high school students in humanities learning, fostering college readiness and civic engagement.

Humanities
Private institutions of higher education
National Theater Project Creation & Touring Grant Program
Contact for amount
New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based theater ensembles and individual artists to create and tour innovative, collaborative theater projects that reflect diverse cultural perspectives.

Arts
Nonprofits
Alice E. and Joseph C. Blewett Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Alice E. and Joseph C. Blewett Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2027

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in and around Dallas, Texas, focusing on charitable, educational, and religious initiatives across various program areas such as arts, education, health, and community benefit.

Education
Nonprofits
Taiwan Foundation for Democracy - International Grants
$20,000
Taiwan Foundation for Democracy
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2026

Date Added

Feb 6, 2026

This grant provides funding to international nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and think tanks focused on promoting democracy and human rights, particularly in East Asia and regions influenced by authoritarianism.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
SSRC-JF Next Gen Japan Study Tour Grants
$32,500
Social Science Research Council
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S. colleges and universities to organize immersive study tours in Japan for undergraduate and master's students, enhancing their understanding of Japanese culture and society through academic engagement and field experiences.

Education
Private institutions of higher education
Lily Palmer Fry Memorial Trust Fund
Contact for amount
Lily Palmer Fry Memorial Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2027

Date Added

Jan 25, 2025

This grant provides financial support for scholarships that enable underserved children in specific regions to attend traditional summer camps, fostering their connection with nature and outdoor education.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Accelerate Fort Worth Small Business Accessibility Grant Program
$2,000
Accelerate Fort Worth Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to small business owners in Texas to help cover costs for training, memberships, and necessary licensing fees to enhance their business operations.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
The Ahmanson Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
The Ahmanson Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County for capital projects and, occasionally, program support, focusing on enhancing community quality of life across various sectors.

Arts
Nonprofits
Region 2 Arts Council Season/Series Arts Support Grant
$18,000
Region 2 Arts Council
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Aug 31, 2026

This grant provides financial support to organizations in five Minnesota counties for producing multiple arts activities that enhance community engagement and cultural programming.

Arts
Nonprofits
Literary Arts Grant
$5,000
South Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 7, 2026

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit literary arts organizations and small presses in the American South to create and engage the public with high-quality contemporary literary projects, including publishing and community events.

Arts
Nonprofits
The Emergency Grants
$25,000
Community Foundation of Elkhart County
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Elkhart County facing urgent, unexpected challenges that threaten their operations and ability to serve the community.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Afghanistan Research Initiative: Non-Resident Research Fellowships
$18,000
University of Central Asia
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Aug 18, 2026

This fellowship provides funding for researchers worldwide to conduct original studies on Afghanistan's development, focusing on themes like economic growth, governance, and environmental sustainability, while fostering collaboration with Afghan scholars.

International Development
Individuals
The Harvey R. and Doris Klockow Foundation Grant
$10,000
The Harvey R. and Doris Klockow Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana, focusing on initiatives that enhance public welfare, particularly in education, religious organizations, and community services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Lloyd L. and Helen R. Dilworth Foundation Grant Program
$5,000
Lloyd L. and Helen R. Dilworth Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Florida for a variety of charitable projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and human services.

Health
Nonprofits
Public Art Grant
$50,000
Bravo Greater Des Moines
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This grant provides financial support to local governments in the Greater Des Moines region for public art projects and programming that foster community engagement and enhance cultural expression.

Arts
City or township governments
Sarah G. McCarthy Memorial Foundation
$15,000
Sarah G. McCarthy Memorial Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve or benefit the Peabody, Massachusetts community, focusing on areas like education, health, housing, youth development, and food security.

Education
Nonprofits