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Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): District of Columbia Opportunity Scholarship Program CFDA Number 84.370A
$17,500,000
U.S. Department of Education (Department of Education)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 2, 2025

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations to offer scholarships for low-income families in Washington, DC, enabling their children to attend private schools and improve educational opportunities.

Education
Nonprofits
U.S. Embassy BURKINA FASO PDS Annual Program Statement
$25,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Burkina Faso)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for cultural and educational projects that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Burkina Faso, targeting not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals engaged in community development and exchange programs.

Education
Nonprofits
STARBASE Cherry Point
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (NAVAIR)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2025

This grant seeks qualified nonprofit organizations to manage a STEM education program for elementary students, particularly those historically underrepresented in these fields, at a military facility in North Carolina.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program
$5,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 3, 2026

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial scholarships and support programs to help low-income, academically talented students succeed in STEM fields at U.S. colleges and universities.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DRL Strengthening Governance by Improving Legislative Drafting and Bolstering Youth Civic Engagement in Pakistan
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 17, 2025

Date Added

Jan 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that empower young people in Pakistan to engage with governance and improve legislative drafting skills, promoting democratic principles and human rights.

International Development
Nonprofits
Quit & Thrive Challenge
$100,000
U.S. Office of Disease Prevention (ODP)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 2, 2025

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This initiative provides funding to U.S.-based community organizations and agencies to develop and implement effective solutions that reduce menthol cigarette use among high-risk populations, including youth, LGBTQ+ communities, and racial and ethnic minorities.

Health
County governments
Digital Well-Being Challenge for Students & Educators
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Education
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This initiative invites school teams, including students and educators, to develop and implement innovative solutions that promote digital citizenship and well-being in their communities.

Food and Nutrition
County 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
FY 2024 Youth Ambassadors Europe (YA-EUR) Program
$720,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 20, 2025

Date Added

Dec 9, 2024

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based organizations in creating exchange programs for Russian youth, promoting leadership, civic engagement, and environmental sustainability through immersive experiences in the United States.

Youth
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Trees Across Georgia Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program
$150,000
Georgia Forestry Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 2, 2024

This program provides funding to support tree planting and urban forestry projects in disadvantaged communities across Georgia, promoting long-term environmental benefits.

Environment
Nonprofits
Office of Sudan Affairs, PDS Annual Program Statement
$25,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Sudan)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 30, 2025

Date Added

Nov 27, 2024

This funding opportunity supports non-profit and educational organizations working to promote U.S. values and cooperation with Sudanese communities through initiatives in areas like women's leadership, peace promotion, and civic engagement.

International Development
Nonprofits
Advancing Food and Childcare Systems in Rural Georgia: Childcare Access and Nutrition Systems (CANS) Grant Program
$2,000,000
Southeast Crescent Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2024

Date Added

Nov 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to support rural communities in Georgia by improving access to childcare and enhancing local food production systems to promote economic development and health.

Youth
Native American tribal organizations
U.S. Embassy The Hague PD Annual Program Statement
$50,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to the Netherlands)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 18, 2024

This grant provides funding for projects that strengthen U.S.-Netherlands relations through cultural, educational, and collaborative initiatives, with a focus on transatlantic security and democracy.

International Development
Individuals
U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Annual Program Statement
$25,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Bulgaria)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 25, 2025

Date Added

Nov 11, 2024

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals in Bulgaria and beyond to develop projects that strengthen U.S.-Bulgarian ties through public diplomacy initiatives in areas like education, culture, and technology.

Arts
Unrestricted
Grants to Support Arts Projects for Military-Connected Individuals
$50,000
National Endowment for the Arts
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2025

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community-based arts programs designed to enhance the health and well-being of military personnel, veterans, and their families through creative engagement.

Arts
Nonprofits
Youth Coalitions for Drug Demand Reduction
$700,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 10, 2025

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This funding opportunity supports U.S. and foreign organizations in creating youth coalitions across Peru to reduce drug demand and promote mental health among vulnerable youth aged 12 to 24.

Youth
Nonprofits
Urban and Community Forestry Planning Grant Program
$65,000
U.S. Forest Service
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 31, 2025

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This program provides funding to Connecticut local governments and non-profits to improve urban forests, focusing on preserving trees and expanding tree canopy in underserved communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
FY 2025 Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Enhancement Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2024

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based non-profit organizations in creating workshops that enhance civic and cultural understanding for German youth participating in a cultural exchange program in the United States.

Youth
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Nonprofit Security Grant Program
$210,000,000
Department of Homeland Security
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, especially faith-based groups, to improve their security measures against targeted violence and hate crimes.

Safety
Nonprofits
Annual Program Statement - U.S Mission to NATO (2024) - Deadline August 26, 2024
$50,000
U.S. Mission to Belgium
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2024

Date Added

Sep 23, 2024

The U.S. Mission to NATO is inviting proposals for programs and initiatives that promote an increased understanding of NATO's role in regional peace and security, as well as the rules-based international order. All programs must have a direct tie to the United States, which could involve American experts, organizations, or institutions. The grant aims to support various activities, including academic lectures, cultural workshops, professional exchanges, and digital engagements. The deadline for applications is August 26, 2024, and the expected number of awards is one. The award amounts range from $20,000 to $50,000, making it accessible for various organizations to apply. Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities that can contribute to the goals of the program.

International Development
Nonprofits