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Accelerating the Pace of Substance Use Research Using Existing Data (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 3, 2025

Date Added

Dec 6, 2024

This funding opportunity supports researchers in utilizing existing datasets to advance the understanding of substance use behaviors and related health issues, particularly focusing on critical health disparities and innovative analytical approaches.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Knight Foundation Fund Grant
$100,000
John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Gary, Indiana, to support community revitalization projects that enhance downtown areas, promote economic development, and improve social cohesion.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY25 ONR Office Of Naval Research (ONR) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(STEM) Education and Workforce Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Office of Naval Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of initiatives aimed at improving STEM education and workforce development for students, educators, and institutions across various sectors, including academia and nonprofits.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Land Acquisition
$3,000,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado municipalities, conservation organizations, and state entities in acquiring land or conservation easements to protect natural resources, enhance outdoor recreation, and preserve wildlife habitats.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Translation and Diffusion (TD)
$7,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This program provides funding to U.S. educational institutions and organizations to translate and apply STEM education research in PreKโ€“12 classrooms, enhancing teaching practices and student learning.

Education
Private institutions of higher education
2024 Montana Land & Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
Contact for amount
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This program provides matching funds to state, tribal, and local governments in Montana for developing and improving outdoor recreation facilities like parks and sports fields.

Recreation
City or township governments
Elsie H. Hillman Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Elsie H. Hillman Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in southwestern Pennsylvania to support community development, health, education, and civic engagement initiatives that enhance the quality of life for local residents.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Cape Fear Memorial Foundation Grant
$400,000
Cape Fear Memorial Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in southeastern North Carolina that focus on improving community health and wellness through various initiatives.

Health
Nonprofits
Student Upward Mobility Initiative
$500,000
Urban Institute
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 6, 2026

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to research and measure the skills and competencies that enhance economic mobility for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly focusing on late middle and high school experiences.

Education
Nonprofits
FY 2025 Continuum of Care Competition and Youth Homeless Demonstration Program Grants NOFO
$25,000,000
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 14, 2026

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and other eligible entities to develop projects that help individuals and families experiencing homelessness, particularly focusing on youth and survivors of domestic violence, to secure stable housing and access essential services.

Housing
State governments
Expanding Access & Resources to Behavioral Health Impact Grant
$40,000
United Way of the Wabash Valley
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofits and community organizations in Indiana and Illinois to develop and expand programs that improve mental health and substance use outcomes, particularly for underserved populations.

Health
Nonprofits
National Center on Child Maltreatment Fatality Data Practices and Reporting
$1,250,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 22, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations, including state and local governments and nonprofits, to improve the collection and reporting of data on child maltreatment fatalities, ultimately aiming to enhance child welfare systems and prevent future tragedies.

Information and Statistics
State governments
Leveraging Network Infrastructure to Conduct Innovative Research for Women, Children, Pregnant and Lactating Women, and Persons with Disabilities (UG3/UH3 - Clinical Trial Optional)
$6,250,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2027

Date Added

Dec 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative research projects focused on improving health outcomes for women, children, pregnant and lactating women, and individuals with disabilities through multisite clinical trials and observational studies.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Transportation Alternatives Program
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and eligible organizations in Georgia for projects that improve community transportation options, such as bike paths, pedestrian facilities, and streetscape enhancements.

Transportation
Native American tribal organizations
School Arts Support Grants
$2,500
South Carolina Arts Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 17, 2026

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible schools in South Carolina for acquiring arts supplies, professional development, and creative services to enhance student learning through innovative arts practices.

Arts
Independent school districts
National Cancer Institute Youth Enjoy Science Research Education Program (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$400,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 28, 2026

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for educational programs that engage middle and high school students, teachers, and faculty in cancer-related research, aiming to inspire future biomedical researchers and strengthen the educational pipeline in the field.

Education
State governments
Youth Empowerment Project Grant Program
$5,000
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 2, 2025

Date Added

Sep 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities in Springfield, Missouri, that create safe and supportive environments for at-risk youth.

Youth
Nonprofits
HIV Prevention and Alcohol (R34 Clinical Trials Optional)
$225,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 7, 2026

Date Added

Nov 26, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for pilot studies that develop and test innovative interventions aimed at preventing HIV in populations significantly affected by alcohol use, such as men who have sex with men, sex workers, and individuals recently released from incarceration.

Health
State governments
Promoting Wellness and Healing in Communities
$750,000
New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 2, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local entities in New York State to implement programs that promote mental wellness, resilience, and healing from trauma.

Health
Nonprofits
Select Student Support Services (4S) Application
$150,000
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Workforce Development (LEO-WD)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2029

Date Added

Dec 29, 2023

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Workforce Development (LEO-WD) is offering a grant opportunity called the Martin Luther King, Jr. - Cรฉsar Chรกvez - Rosa Parks (KCP) Initiative, Select Student Support Services (4S) funding. The 4S program is one of seven core programs under KCP and aims to develop retention programs for academically or economically disadvantaged legal residents of Michigan enrolled at 4-year public and independent educational institutions in the state. The goal of the program is to increase graduation rates by providing seed money that will stimulate institutional change and improve graduation rates of targeted students. The 4S funds will be awarded for a six-year grant cycle starting from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2029. The application must be completed in its entirety, and no modifications or deletions are allowed. The maximum length for the application is 21 pages. The grant guidance, requirements, assurances, certifications, and application can be found on the KCP website. The application process is competitive and aims to meet all legislative and state requirements for equal access and opportunity. Applicants with disabilities can contact the WD's KCP Office for assistance, and any questions regarding the application should be directed to [email protected].

Education
State governments