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Grants for Individuals

Explore 3,657 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for individuals, including artists, teachers, veterans, musicians, scientists, inventors, entrepreneurs, farmers, homeowners, and students pursuing college scholarships and fellowships, operating in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives, updated daily.

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3,657 grants found

Award to a USA Individual in Recognition of Exceptional Contributions to the Betterment of Bla...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA individual in recognition of exceptional contributions to the betterment of Black lives. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual who has initiated a psychiatric project or program that has substantially improved the quality of lif...

GrantWatch ID#: 221739

Award to a USA or Canada Individual to Recognize Advocacy Related to Mental Health Issues That...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA or Canada individual to recognize advocacy related to mental health issues that impact the Hispanic community. In addition to the monetary award, the recipient will present a lecture at the funding source's annual meeting for members. The aw...

GrantWatch ID#: 221740

Awards to USA and Canada Individuals in Recognition of Outstanding Human Rights Work in Mental...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Awards of $5,000 to USA and Canada individuals in recognition of outstanding work championing the rights of individuals with mental health needs. The purpose of the award is to recognize individuals who have made great strides in advocating for the human rights of...

GrantWatch ID#: 221750

Award to a USA Physician in Recognition of Outstanding Contributions to the Inclusion of IMGs ...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA medical doctor in recognition of outstanding contributions to the inclusion of international medical graduates in American psychiatry. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual who has demonstrated exceptional investment in the succ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221751

Award to a USA or Canada Psychiatrist in Recognition of Outstanding Contributions to the Field...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA or Canada psychiatrist in recognition of outstanding contributions to the field of women's health. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual who has made a significant impact on promoting women's health and whose work has contribute...

GrantWatch ID#: 221752

Award to a USA or Canada Individual in Recognition of Outstanding Work Integrating Asian Cultu...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $1,000 to a USA or Canada individual in recognition of outstanding work integrating Asian cultural heritage into psychiatric treatment. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual who has emphasized the impact Asian culture should have on the treat...

GrantWatch ID#: 221753

Award to a USA or Canada Individual in Recognition of Exceptional Work in Associating Religion...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $1,000 to a USA or Canada individual in recognition of exceptional work in associating religion, spirituality, and psychiatry. In addition to a monetary award, the selected individual will be given the opportunity to present a lecture at an upcoming assoc...

GrantWatch ID#: 221755

Award to a USA or Canada Psychiatrist to Recognize Exceptional Skill in Geriatric Psychiatric ...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA or Canada psychiatrist to recognize exceptional skill in geriatric psychiatric instruction. The award is intended for an individual who has exhibited outstanding work or leadership in geriatric psychiatry, research, training, or clinical pra...

GrantWatch ID#: 221756

Award to a USA or Canada Early-Career Psychiatrist in Recognition of Outstanding Contributions...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $1,000 to a USA or Canada early-career psychiatrist in recognition of outstanding contributions to geriatric psychiatry. The purpose of the award is to honor a psychiatrist who, in their position as an assistant professor, has demonstrated exceptional res...

GrantWatch ID#: 221757

Award to a USA or Canada Psychiatrist in Recognition of Outstanding Contributions to Safeguard...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $1,000 to a USA or Canada psychiatrist in recognition of outstanding contributions to safeguarding the mental health of minority populations. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual who has made significant inroads in protecting the mental heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 221758

Award to a USA or Canada Child or Adolescent Psychiatrist in Recognition of Exceptional Contri...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $1,500 to a USA or Canada child or adolescent psychiatrist in recognition of exceptional contributions to their field. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual who has demonstrated superior abilities in child and youth advocacy and policy, clini...

GrantWatch ID#: 221759

Award to a USA or Canada Psychiatrist in Recognition of Exceptional Contributions to the Field...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $1,500 to a USA or Canada child or adolescent psychiatrist in recognition of exceptional contributions to the field of child and youth mental health disorders. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual who has made significant inroads in efforts ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221760

Award to a USA, Canada, and International Folklore Scholar or Practitioner for Excellence in S...

Deadline: 08/15/27

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, and International folklore scholar or practitioner to recognize accomplishments in integrating scholarship with community engagement. The award may be given for a wide range of accomplishments, including exhibits, articles, books, s...

GrantWatch ID#: 222476

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Psychiatrist to Initiate an Improved Mental Healthcar...

Deadline: 09/01/27

Grant of $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International psychiatrist to initiate an improved mental healthcare business. Funding is intended to be used as seed money to create a business using original ideas related to behavioral and mental health. Eligible businesses ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221754

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Research in the Field of Mathematics

Deadline: 05/31/28

Award of $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual for research in the field of mathematics. The purpose of the program is to give recognition to authors for noteworthy research publications in the area of analysis. Eligible works are those that were pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 219924

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for an Outstanding Mathematical Research B...

Deadline: 05/31/28

Award of $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual for publishing an outstanding mathematical research book. The purpose of the program is to give recognition to an author for a notable work that is expected to have a significant and lasting effect in t...

GrantWatch ID#: 219926

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Noteworthy Contributions in the Field ...

Deadline: 05/31/28

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual for noteworthy contributions in the field of mathematics. The purpose of the program is to give recognition to impactful mathematicians for outstanding publications. Eligible nominees must have works that were pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 219927

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Publications in the Field of Mathemati...

Deadline: 05/31/28

Award of $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual for publications in the study of mathematics. The purpose of the program is to honor an author of a notable written work or group of works that is impactful to the field. Eligible writings were publishe...

GrantWatch ID#: 219928

Grants to USA and Canada Women for Small Business Launch and Growth

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $10,000 to USA and Canada women to launch small businesses and entrepreneurial ventures. Funding is intended to support business development activities that strengthen sustainability, expand operations, and increase market success. The purpose of funding...

GrantWatch ID#: 148610

Grants to USA Individuals for Pro-Israel Events on College and University Campuses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA students and campus professionals for interactive initiatives and events that support Israel. Funding is intended to engage college students in dialogue that helps promote positive aspects of Israel, including its culture, technology, politics, and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 154228

Grants to USA Families of Active or Injured Military Service Members and Veterans for Children...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $300 to USA families of active military personnel and injured service members or veterans to support extracurricular activities for children. Funding is intended for a range of activities such as camps, sports, tutoring, performing and fine arts, d...

GrantWatch ID#: 156741

Assistance to USA, Canada, and International Jewish Individuals to Move to Israel

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance to USA, Canada, and International Jewish individuals to offset expenses associated with moving to Israel. The Foundation offers financial help to individuals and families in need of assistance with travel expenses or shipping their household g...

GrantWatch ID#: 157761

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Authors for Jewish-Themed Nonfiction Books

Deadline: Ongoing

Awards to USA, Canada, and International authors for nonfiction books on Jewish subjects. In addition to the $5,000 cash prize, winners will receive marketing and promotion assistance and customized support. Awards are available for books that have recently been p...

GrantWatch ID#: 159486

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists for Assistance During Emergency Situations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International professional artists for assistance due to devastating incidents and other unexpected events. This grant provides one-time financial assistance to artists who lack the resources to overcome emergency situations such as floo...

GrantWatch ID#: 159691

Grants to USA First Responders, Military Personnel, and Veterans with Disabilities for Sports ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA first responders, military personnel, and veterans with disabilities for sports and fitness programs that enhance their physical and mental health. Applicants may request funding for sports equipment and program expenses. The purpose of the program i...

GrantWatch ID#: 159935

Grants to USA Early Literacy Professionals to Attend Conferences

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $200 to USA K-3 educators for professional development in the area of early literacy. Grant funds are intended to defray the costs associated with attending reading conferences. The purpose of this program is to support and encourage early literacy...

GrantWatch ID#: 160167

Grants to USA IHEs, Research Organizations, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Innovat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA IHEs, research organizations, for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for innovative agricultural research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Proposals are invited for high-p...

GrantWatch ID#: 161422

In-Kind Support to USA and Canada Independent Filmmakers for Film Production Assistance

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to USA and Canada independent filmmakers for assistance in producing films. The program provides loans of professional-grade camera equipment and assistance with post-production. The program should benefit students and early-career filmmakers. Appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 161562

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Small Community Pro...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations to develop small, community-based projects in a wide range of areas, including arts, community development, and technology. Funding is intended to create positive change in t...

GrantWatch ID#: 162573

Grants to USA Organizations, Fire Departments, and Individuals to Respond to Fires and Other D...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA organizations and fire departments to respond to fires and disasters and offer assistance to victims. Individuals impacted by a fire or disaster may also apply for financial assistance. Organizations may request funding for services to victims, as we...

GrantWatch ID#: 164234

Grants to USA Organizations and Individuals for Programs that Benefit Eligible Native Tribes

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,500 to USA nonprofit organizations and individuals for a wide range of programs and projects that benefit eligible native populations. Funding is intended for activities and initiatives to enrich, enhance, and promote the overall well-being and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164343

Opportunity for USA Veterans with Disabilities to Participate in a Program to Develop Business...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA post-9/11 veterans with service-related disabilities to participate in a program to develop skills and resources related to business management and entrepreneurship. Participants will receive training and mentoring as well as travel and lodging...

GrantWatch ID#: 164524

In-Kind Grants to USA Wounded Veterans for Specially Adapted Custom Housing

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of specially adapted custom housing to USA veterans to accommodate severe injuries they sustained while in service to the country. The opportunity provides custom homes to injured veterans so they may live in a safe and barrier-free environment. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 165485

Grants to USA Active-Duty Service Members and their Families for Financial Assistance

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA active-duty service members and their families for financial assistance. Funding is intended to help these individuals in facing financial constraints related to military injury or activity. The grants are paid directly to the credito...

GrantWatch ID#: 166475

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Individuals to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA, Canada, and International grassroots nonprofit organizations and individuals to advocate for disadvantaged children and youth in eligible regions. Funding is intended for small, innovative organizations that address the needs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167614

Grants to USA Children from Low-Income Families for Medical Treatments

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA children and youth to offset the cost of medical treatments. Funding is intended to address the medical needs of children in low-income families. Eligible medical services, therapies, and treatments must be administered by a licensed ...

GrantWatch ID#: 168238

In-Kind Grants to USA, Canada, and International Teachers to Utilize an Online Math Program

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants to USA, Canada, and International English-speaking elementary and middle school educators (grades 2-6) to receive access to an online math program produced by the funding source. Educators will be able to utilize the program for one year. The progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 168268

Grants to USA and Israel Scientist Teams for Collaborative Oceanic Sciences Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams associated with institutions for higher education for collaborative research projects in the field of marine oceanography. Applications must be jointly developed by scientists from both countries. Funding is intended to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 170459

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Jewish Young Adults to Participate in Programs in Isr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish young adults to attend a study, service, or career development program in Israel. Funding is intended to provide financial assistance for Jewish youth after ninth grade through the age of 35 to parti...

GrantWatch ID#: 172640

Grants to International Individuals and Organizations for Projects to Protect Farm Animals

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations for early-stage animal welfare activities. Funding is intended to support projects that protect farm animals, with a particular preference for anima...

GrantWatch ID#: 173825

Grants to USA Veterans to Construct, Purchase, or Renovate Homes to Accommodate Disabilities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA military service members and veterans with disabilities who require special housing adaptations. Individuals may be entitled to a grant for the construction or purchase of an adapted home, or for the modification of an existing home to accommodate a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173865

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Teacher to Recognize Excellence in Teaching

Deadline: Ongoing

Award to a USA, Canada, or International teacher who has made an exceptional contribution to the teaching profession. The purpose of the award is to highlight the importance of teaching and to demonstrate the fact that teachers across the globe deserve to be recog...

GrantWatch ID#: 174812

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Eligible Artists to Support Personal or Professional ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International eligible artists to support professional and personal needs. Funding is intended for a range of artists, including sculptors, painters, and those who work on paper. Eligible expenses include funds to cover basic living expe...

GrantWatch ID#: 175795

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish College Graduates to Teach English in Isr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish college graduates to participate in a six or 10-month program to teach English in disadvantaged communities throughout Israel. The purpose of the program is to close Israel’s educational achievement gap by adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 180172

Grants to USA Visual and Performing Artists for Unexpected Expenses Related to Projects and Pu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and territories visual and performing artists to address unexpected expenses related to projects and public presentations. Projects may take place in the USA or in eligible countries abroad. Funding is intended for artists who have la...

GrantWatch ID#: 180454

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, NGOs, Institutions, and Individuals...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, NGOs, institutions, individuals, or collaborations between various entities to develop social impact projects. Finalists are given funding, publicity, and help with other resources in order to...

GrantWatch ID#: 180556

Opportunity for USA Family Members of Eligible Military Veterans to Participate in an Entrepre...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA family members of eligible military veterans to participate in an intensive entrepreneurship education and training program. The program provides self-employment training and mentoring for individuals seeking to start a business. The program, i...

GrantWatch ID#: 181924

Grants to USA Nursery Tree Growers and Orchardists to Mitigate Damages Due to Disease and Natu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nursery tree growers and orchardists to restore and replace qualifying vines, bushes, and trees that have been damaged or lost as a result of disease or natural disaster. Funding may be requested to mitigate losses of commercially produced annual cro...

GrantWatch ID#: 182189

Grants to USA Individuals and Groups for Trail Maintenance and Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $250 to USA individuals and groups for projects to improve and maintain privately-owned or public trails used for off-road vehicles, as well as public parks, hiking trails, and nature preserves. Eligible projects may include trail clean-ups, trail expans...

GrantWatch ID#: 182914

Opportunity for USA Educators to Obtain Funding from Individuals for Classroom Projects and Es...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA full-time public school, public charter school, and Head Start educators, including teachers, counselors, librarians, nurses, and therapists, to obtain funding for classroom projects and basic supplies that benefit students. Funds may be used f...

GrantWatch ID#: 183585
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GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for individuals across 61 categories, including arts and culture, education, research, health and medical, and community service, along with fellowships, awards, and project-based funding.

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Yes. GrantWatch lists college scholarships and fellowship opportunities alongside grants for artists, researchers, and other individuals, covering undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral funding across a range of fields.

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Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Some grants require fiscal sponsorship through a nonprofit, while others accept applications directly from individuals. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm requirements.

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GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.