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Grants for State, Local, Municipal & Tribal Governments

Find 3,092 active, human-verified grants for state and local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations, cities, counties, school districts, and public agencies. Explore funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers across the United States, Canada, and internationally, updated daily.

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3,092 grants found

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 11/11/26 Conference Date: 09/28/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools for activities and programs that help protect natural resources in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that support the environment through preservation, cons...

GrantWatch ID#: 176056

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Serve Girls and Women

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational entities to benefit girls and women in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and programs that help to create a stronger community where women and girls are empowered to...

GrantWatch ID#: 154904

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 Maryland Agencies, Nonprofits, IHEs, and Vehicle Manufacturers to Promote Clean Ener...

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to Maryland government agencies, nonprofit organizations, LEAs, IHEs, businesses, bus contractors, and manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles to promote the use of clean energy. Funding is intended for the purchase of heavy equipment and zero-emis...

GrantWatch ID#: 213205

Grants to USA State Arts Agencies and Regional Arts Organizations for Public Arts Programming

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to USA and territories state arts agencies and regional arts organizations for public arts programming. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to allow agencies to meet local and regional g...

GrantWatch ID#: 215343

Grants to Ontario Agencies to Prevent Wildland Fires

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to Ontario municipalities for projects that address and prevent wildland fires in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote community wildland fire protection planning activities and hazard mapping for government agencies within the province's legi...

GrantWatch ID#: 229018

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Agencies for Art Projects

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local governments, and First Nations communities for public art projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote the creation and display of meaningful public art that reflects each community’s uniq...

GrantWatch ID#: 229592

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

Grants to Ohio Nonprofit and Public Organizations for Conservation Programs

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit and public organizations for conservation activities in eligible counties. Focus areas for funding include sustainable forest practices, watershed restoration, and programs to promote regional cultural and environmental history. Grants sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 232049

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, public education institutions, and government entities to enhance the quality of life in eligible regions. The purpose of these grants is to promote programs that serve communities where the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 129040

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Increase Tourism

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government entities to attract tourists. The goal of the program is to improve state and local economies through the promotion of tourism. Funding is intended for expenses related to the impl...

GrantWatch ID#: 144235

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies for programs and projects that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support activities that attract tourists to the area and enhance the tourist experien...

GrantWatch ID#: 147656

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Residents to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Massachusetts municipal departments, businesses, individuals, and nonprofit organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen communities and offset expenditures associated with special events and projects. The goa...

GrantWatch ID#: 148445

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits and Agencies for Local Cultural Projects and Activities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations and units of government, including schools and libraries, for cultural projects in eligible locations. Priority will be given to new projects and to proposals serving children. For the purposes of this grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 148629

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools in Eligible Counties for Arts and Music...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities in eligible counties for arts programming and general operating support. Funding is intended for activities and projects that enhance the local art...

GrantWatch ID#: 149117

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, Individuals, and Groups for Community Healt...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, schools and school districts, government agencies, museums, historical societies, libraries, ad hoc groups, and individuals in eligible locations for community health programs. Funding is intended for se...

GrantWatch ID#: 150106

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Faith-Based Entities in Eligible Areas to ...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and faith-based entities to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for local residents and respond to issues within ...

GrantWatch ID#: 153450

Grants to Northeast Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Agricultural Heritage Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, local and regional governments, and tribes for agricultural heritage activities in eligible counties. Interested applicants for larger projects must contact staff prior to applying...

GrantWatch ID#: 153521

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects and activities that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support initiatives that address a range of issues and benefit target population...

GrantWatch ID#: 155561

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Conditions for Animals

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations and government entities to promote the health and welfare of animals. Applicants seeking capital grants must contact foundation staff prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for capacity building, capi...

GrantWatch ID#: 160040

Grants to USA State and Local Agencies to Acquire and Protect Historic Sites

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA state and local government agencies for the acquisition and preservation of historic sites. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to help applicants purchase land through fee-simple methods or to pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 160302

Grants to Massachusetts LEAs to Address the Needs of Students with Disabilities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Massachusetts public school districts and schools to address the needs of qualifying students with disabilities. Funding is intended to ensure that all students with disabilities receive appropriate and free public education, including special education ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160597

Grants to Massachusetts LEAs to Support Pre-K Special Education and Services

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Massachusetts LEAs for educational programs benefit young children with disabilities. Funding is intended to ensure that eligible 3-to-5-year-old children with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education that includes special education a...

GrantWatch ID#: 162297

Grants to Montana Local and Tribal Governments for Projects to Protect Natural Resources

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Montana government agencies and tribal governments for projects to protect natural resources throughout the state. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities to develop and implement projects to assess, repair, and mitigate damage to state resour...

GrantWatch ID#: 165238

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Faith-Based Organizations, and Agencies for Programs Serving Wo...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and government agencies for activities to address the needs of women and children in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support new and currently existing programs in the areas of food, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 165266

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Locations for Capital Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capital projects. Funding can be used for purchasing land and buildings, construction, refurbishment, renovation, or the creation or enhancement of spaces open to the public. Projects must meet an ur...

GrantWatch ID#: 166072

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Projects to Benefit Yo...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofits, schools, and government agencies in eligible communities for youth programs related to the focus areas of education and youth, and well-being and fitness. Eligible organizations must be based in or ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 166218

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Environmental Sustainability

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $7,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that promote an environmentally sustainable lifestyle in eligible locations. Funding is intended to encourage a net-positive carbon or zero-footprint culture. Grants ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 170340

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools in Eligible Locations for Activities tha...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and schools in eligible locations for activities that assist and empower girls and women. Grants are intended to support programs, projects, and capital expenses that assist adole...

GrantWatch ID#: 172273

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools in Eligible Locations for Activities Ser...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools in eligible communities for programs that benefit and serve young women and girls. Funding is intended to support impactful programs, projects, and capital expenses that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172274

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government entities, and schools for programs to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Programs should enrich or respond to the immediate needs of the local community. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172391

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Enhance the Lives of Residents

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations, city or state government entities, schools, or park districts to enhance the lives of residents in eligible locations. Previous grants have been awarded for nutrition services for elderly residents, new playground eq...

GrantWatch ID#: 172461

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 British Columbia Nonprofits, Agencies, and First Nations Governments to Increase Rur...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and First Nations governments to increase tourism activities in eligible rural communities. Funding may be requested for trail enhancement, communi...

GrantWatch ID#: 173013

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Lives of Military Veterans

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and veterans' organizations to provide services for veterans. Applicants must complete the registration and prequalification requirements before applying. Funding is intended for programs and activit...

GrantWatch ID#: 173867

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects that Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that benefit the local community in eligible locations. Previous recipients include park boards, public schools, historical societies, and girls' clubs. Grants shall be awarded to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174480

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Services

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for community programs in eligible locations. Previous grants have been awarded for ambulance vehicle replacement services, school arts and literature programs, and upgrading a theater sound sy...

GrantWatch ID#: 174891

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote collaboration among organizations and encourage the efficient use of community resources. The grant program is restricted to o...

GrantWatch ID#: 175094

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 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 USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Companion Animals

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations and government agencies to support entities that shelter animals and perform adoptions of companion animals. Applicants must show a high level of organizational performance and significant impact to be consider...

GrantWatch ID#: 178259

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Youth, Health, and Wellness Progr...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofits, K-12 schools, school districts, municipalities, and faith-based organizations to benefit the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that develop youth potential and promote equitable health and we...

GrantWatch ID#: 178588

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 Connecticut Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Projects to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies for projects that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding areas of interest include health, social services, the environment, education, and arts and culture. Support is available fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 179778

Grants to Illinois and Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Programs to...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for programs to benefit local communities in eligible areas. Eligible programs may fall into the categories of housing, mental health, economic development, chil...

GrantWatch ID#: 179933

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Areas for Community Development Projec...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies in eligible areas for community development projects and programs. Funding is intended for programs and projects in the areas of education, culture, social services, wellness, recreation, enviro...

GrantWatch ID#: 180015
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