Grants for Individuals - State

This grant provides funding for innovative arts learning projects in community settings, aimed at engaging participants of all ages through hands-on experiences in various art forms.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for public entities and organizations to improve upland habitats for nesting birds and pollinators on publicly managed lands in California.

This grant provides funding for projects in Nebraska that aim to reduce litter and waste, promote recycling, and improve waste management practices.

This program provides funding for predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers to advance the understanding and treatment of spinal cord injuries through innovative research.

This program provides financial assistance to Maryland individuals and businesses for purchasing livestock and meat processing equipment, with a focus on enhancing large-animal and blue catfish processing capabilities.

IDHS is seeking to fund entities with experience in training, technical assistance, and support to build the RPSA grantee’s program capacities. Successful applicants will work with grantees across multiple RPSA grant programs in Chicago and/or Greater Illinois, based on grantee selection. To address the spike in firearm violence, the Illinois General Assembly passed the Reimagine Public Safety Act (RPSA) (430 ILCS 69) in 2021. The RPSA creates a comprehensive approach to ending Illinois' firearm violence through targeted, integrated behavioral health services and economic opportunities that promote self-sufficiency for victims of firearm violence.

This program provides financial support to established beef producers in Missouri for projects that enhance production capacity and operational efficiency through infrastructure and technology upgrades.

This program provides financial assistance to Georgia farmers, ranchers, and foresters who have experienced agricultural losses due to Hurricane Helene, helping them recover and restore their operations.

In 2021, the California state legislature appropriated $3 million in funding to the Department to develop a Wolf-Livestock Compensation Pilot Program to help minimize the impact of gray wolves on livestock producers. The pilot program offers compensation to eligible livestock producers specific to the following primary areas of need (prongs):  Prong 1. Direct Loss - Compensation for verified livestock losses (confirmed/probable wolf) incurred on or after September 23, 2021. Prong 2. Nonlethal Deterrents - Compensation for the use of nonlethal deterrence methods to deter wolf presence near livestock. The Department supports the use of various deterrent tools and techniques as part of a robust, integrated deterrence strategy. Technical assistance may be available through CDFW, County Agricultural Commissions, UC Cooperative Extension, USDA Wildlife Service, and other agency partners. Prong 3. Pay for Presence - Compensation for indirect losses associated with the impacts of wolf presence on livestock in known pack territory. Extenuating circumstances may exist whereby CDFW will consider eligibility for wolf presence outside of known pack territory on a case-by-case basis.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects by Georgia public school teachers that aim to enhance student learning and make a significant impact on their educational experiences.

This grant provides financial and technical support to Vermont schools and early childhood education centers to improve student health and nutrition by connecting them with local farmers and enhancing farm to school programs.

This need-based financial aid program provides financial assistance to West Virginia residents pursuing post-secondary education, helping to alleviate college costs for those demonstrating financial need.

This program provides funding for farmers and ranchers in the North Central region to develop and share sustainable agricultural practices through research and educational projects.

This program provides funding to individuals, local governments, and businesses in Texas to replace or upgrade older vehicles and equipment to reduce harmful nitrogen oxide emissions.

This funding opportunity supports Idaho farmers and ranchers in implementing agricultural practices that improve water quality and reduce pollution in local waterways.

This grant provides funding for a variety of organizations and individuals in Colorado to research and demonstrate the integration of solar energy systems with agricultural practices, promoting sustainability and renewable energy.

This grant provides financial support to professional artists living in Mississippi, allowing them to further their artistic practice without the constraints of specific project requirements.

This grant provides funding for Wyoming-based master artists to mentor apprentices in traditional art forms, ensuring the preservation and continuation of cultural heritage through hands-on learning experiences.

This program provides financial assistance to veterinarians and veterinary students who commit to practicing in underserved rural areas of Texas, helping to alleviate shortages of veterinary services in those regions.

This program provides financial assistance to Montana livestock producers for implementing measures to prevent economic losses from predation by large carnivores like wolves and bears.