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Grants for Colleges & Universities

Explore 1,721 active, human-verified grants for colleges, universities, community colleges, trade schools, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and other Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) across the United States, Canada, and internationally. These grants support institutions and fund campus infrastructure, research, faculty initiatives, workforce development, technology, academic programs, and other institutional priorities. Discover funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers, updated daily.

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1,721 grants found

Grants to USA IHEs for Capacity-Building to Enhance Biomedical Research Programs

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to USA institutions of higher education to expand research programs related to the biomedical sciences. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for capacity-building activities that sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 221916

Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Protect Native Seed Supplies

Deadline: 09/28/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, government entities, and IHEs to protect and grow the national native seed supply chain. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed before applying. Funding is intended to protect...

GrantWatch ID#: 231603

Grants to USA IHEs for Agricultural Trade Research

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to USA colleges, universities, and state cooperative institutions for agricultural trade research. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for activities that lead to preventing and removing trader barriers for USA agricu...

GrantWatch ID#: 231653

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies for Workplace Safety Training Progra...

Deadline: 10/29/26 LOI Date: 09/29/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, school districts, and Native American entities to provide training related to the prevention of workplace injuries and illnesses. Applicants are advised that required ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162724

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Water Quality Projects

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations, governmental and tribal entities, and IHEs for projects related to water quality in eligible regions. Projects addressing equity and having strong involvement and participation of the community are esp...

GrantWatch ID#: 179821

Grants to USA HBCUs and other MSIs for Research on Plasma Science

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to USA Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and other Minority Serving Institutions for research on plasma science. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research that address...

GrantWatch ID#: 212692

Grants to New York and Ontario Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and for Medical Research

Deadline: 10/20/26 LOI Date: 09/29/26

Grants to New York and Ontario a nonprofit organizations for services for vulnerable children and adults and medical research in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended for medical research and educatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 225872

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies for Biomedical Research Centers

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies for biomedical technology research centers. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support technology de...

GrantWatch ID#: 230167

Grants to USA IHEs, Agencies, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Digestive Disease Research

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, agencies, and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to create research centers focused on digestive and liver diseases. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230299

Grants to USA Entities to Support Workplace Safety Training Programs

Deadline: 10/29/26 LOI Date: 09/29/26

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies to provide support to workplace safety training programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to properl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230631

Scholarships to USA Military Caregivers and Spouses for Higher Education

Deadline: 09/30/26

Scholarships to USA caregivers and family members of injured veterans and service members for higher education at trade schools, colleges, and universities. Funding is intended to offset the costs of tuition, supplies, and books. The purpose of this program is to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 165044

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and units of government, including libraries, public schools, state universities, and fire departments to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Focus areas include health and human services, educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172752

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Capital Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and educational institutions for capital projects in the areas of education, arts and culture, and health and welfare. Funding is intended to support equipment purchases as well as ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175170

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs for STEM Programs for Young Women and Girls

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations, schools, and IHEs in eligible regions to benefit young women and girls. Funding is intended to support new and existing STEM programs and to promote mentorship, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Grants are made to organi...

GrantWatch ID#: 176117

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Schools, Libraries, and Agencies for History-Related Activities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, schools, libraries, faith-based entities, and government agencies for history-related activities. Funding is intended for projects that educate residents about the preservation and protection of places of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177704

Grants to Tennessee and Wyoming Nonprofits for Educational, Environmental, Arts, and Social Im...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Tennessee and Wyoming nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit residents in eligible locations. Focus areas include environmental conservation, education, arts, culture, and social improvement. Funding is intended to support organizations that pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 178965

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Community Betterment Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic and research institutions for programs to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for organizations and projects dedicated to community and ci...

GrantWatch ID#: 179293

Grants to West Virginia Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals for Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to West Virginia nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals to conserve, protect, and restore significant buildings and properties. Funding is intended to promote the preservation, rehabilitation, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179315

Grants to Wyoming Library Personnel for Professional Development Opportunities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Wyoming library employees and volunteer staff for professional development activities. Funding is intended to strengthen the library workforce through continuing education and training. Eligible applicants have 12 months of employment or volunteer time a...

GrantWatch ID#: 179570

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, For-Prof...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, IHEs, commercial organizations, individuals, and government agencies to support ocean-related projects, sponsorships, and research. Applicants are advised that required registrations m...

GrantWatch ID#: 182597

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Research

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit research institutions, medical centers, and universities to support innovative research on inflammatory bowel disease. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to...

GrantWatch ID#: 182892

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and IHEs to Benefit People with Disabilities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, government agencies, and Tribal entities for projects that benefit people with disabilities. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is i...

GrantWatch ID#: 184443

Grants to North Carolina Researchers for Studies in the Field of Life Sciences

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to North Carolina researchers to facilitate research projects in the field of life sciences. First-time applicants must complete an online registration process before applying. Funding is intended to purchase shared-use research equipment for core facilitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 185901

Grants to USA Service Members and Relatives for Education-Related Expenses

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $750 to USA students and family members in eligible branches of the military for expenses related to acquiring a GED, higher education, or vocational training. Funding is intended to reimburse service members and relatives for education-related cos...

GrantWatch ID#: 191982

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Advance the Health of Felines

Deadline: 12/30/26 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers, PhDs affiliated with institutions, postdoctoral researchers, and new investigators for projects that improve the health of the domestic cat species. Applicants must submit a pre-proposal before applying. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 192835

Grants to USA and Canada Physician-Scientists for Academic Career Development

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada physician-scientists for academic career development. Funding is intended for proposals addressing disease-oriented, basic biomedical, and translational research. Applicants must be physician-scientists (M.D., D.O., D.V.M., D.D.S.) who are...

GrantWatch ID#: 197579

Grants to Massachusetts and Washington, DC Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Massachusetts and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include humanitarian services, education, neglected and abused children, health care and medical re...

GrantWatch ID#: 197627

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Improve the Local Economy

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, schools, and government agencies in eligible locations to promote economic development and expand the local workforce. Funding is intended for activities that positively impact job creation, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 197645

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Hospitals, Medical Societies, and Institutions for Fe...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International community hospitals, medical societies and associations, and teaching institutions for fellowship training programs. Funding is intended for studies related to disease states and therapeutic areas addressed by the funding s...

GrantWatch ID#: 201245

Grants to USA Institutions and Organizations for Scientific Research Studies

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA research institutions and organizations for scientific studies related to the environment, physics, computing, and energy. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research that yi...

GrantWatch ID#: 202899

Grant to Illinois Nonprofits for Programming That Promotes Career Development

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations for career development programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for high school and post-secondary educational opportunities, as well as for technical and vocational programs to enhance workforc...

GrantWatch ID#: 203247

Grants to North Carolina Artists for Film Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to North Carolina artists for creative film projects. Funding is intended to support projects that encourage economic development and positively impact the community. The grant program promotes the development and production of new and ongoi...

GrantWatch ID#: 203427

Grants to Ontario Students with Special Needs to Enhance School or Workplace Integration

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Ontario students with special needs in eligible counties for therapy services to facilitate inclusion and integration in their school or workplace. Funding is intended to cover the costs of services that will increase students' confidence...

GrantWatch ID#: 205638

Grants to USA Individuals Experiencing Hardship to Assist with Various Expenses

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA individuals experiencing hardship to assist them with various expenses. Priority areas of focus include health challenges, mental illness, education, and drug abuse. Funding is intended to support and encourage people in overcoming obstacles and achi...

GrantWatch ID#: 207310

Grants to USA Academic, Industry, and Research Entities for Science and Engineering Research P...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA academic, industry, and research entities for a wide range of science and engineering research projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support projects that offer advance...

GrantWatch ID#: 209146

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International PhD and MD Candidates for Data Co...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of $3,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International PhD and MD candidates to facilitate data collection in academic research. Successful applicants will receive a one-year subscription to data collection software, technical support, and publicit...

GrantWatch ID#: 210421

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, Businesses, and Researchers for Long-Range Scie...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, businesses, and researchers for long-range science and technology projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support projects that will bene...

GrantWatch ID#: 216100

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Educational Programming

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for educational programming in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support organizations that promote and support lifelong learning and higher education. The Foundation limits awards to nonprofit ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218860

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Centers to Forge Connections

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research centers and educational and nonprofit institutes to forge contacts between institutions focusing on mathematics and the theoretical basic physical sciences. Funding is intended to strengthen connections within the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222010

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Arts Programs Benefiting Residents i...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for arts programs benefiting residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects focused on access to the arts, arts education, and cultural heritage. Reque...

GrantWatch ID#: 224770

Grants to Ontario Special Needs Students for Therapy Services and Equipment

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Ontario special needs students for therapy services and equipment. Funding is intended to support the needs of these students as they transition into high school, from high school to post-secondary studies, or to the workplace. Applicants...

GrantWatch ID#: 227119

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs to Develop High-Spe...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutions, and IHEs for preliminary studies on developing high-speed weapons systems. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230252

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of $10,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and academic institutions for community benefit projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that promote community well-being. Eligible activities will ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230879

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, First Nations, Health Authorities, and IHEs for Community Projec...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, First Nations, health authorities, and academic institutions for projects that benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to assist with operating expenses and costs incurred to deliver...

GrantWatch ID#: 140345

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs that benefit local residents. First-time applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support activities and projects in the focus areas of arts and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 145902

Grant to a Canada Postgraduate Student for Research Related to Sustainable Energy

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grant of $15,000 to a Canada post-graduate student affiliated with an IHE for research projects in sustainable energy. Funding is intended to support the training and development of research skills while promoting the study of clean energy alternatives that reduce...

GrantWatch ID#: 164759

Grants to Maryland Artists at Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Enhance Arts Education

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Maryland artists at nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs to enhance arts education programs. Funding is intended to defray the costs associated with hiring artists who provide educational experiences. Grants provide fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 169206

Grants to North Dakota Businesses, IHEs, and Individuals for Agriculture-Related Tourism Activ...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to North Dakota companies, individuals, institutions of higher education, and groups to encourage agricultural tourism in rural areas of the state. Funding is intended to promote economic activity through agricultural tourism. Applicants are encouraged to c...

GrantWatch ID#: 170760

Grants to Nebraska Schools, IHEs, Nonprofits, and Agencies for PreK-12 and Community Arts Educ...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Nebraska public schools, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and institutions of higher education for arts education programs. Funding is intended for activities and projects that benefit PreK-12 students or take place in commu...

GrantWatch ID#: 170954

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Public Arts Programming

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, agencies, and IHEs for public arts programming. Funding may be requested to support productions, events, activities, and programs to benefit communities throughout the state. Eligible project types includ...

GrantWatch ID#: 170955
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