Grants for Individuals - Private

This grant provides financial support to small and mid-sized arts organizations in San Francisco that are deeply connected to their communities, helping them cover essential operating costs and foster artistic expression.

This contest provides financial support and promotional opportunities to small businesses in the U.S. with 50 or fewer employees, helping them grow and gain visibility through AT&T's network.

The American Horticultural Society proudly offers the Julia Rappaport Growing Gardeners Fund, aimed at fostering a lifelong passion for gardening and horticulture among youth. This grant, ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 annually, supports one educator in starting or expanding a garden or gardening science project within a school or community setting. It seeks to increase access to hands-on gardening experiences for youth from all backgrounds, emphasizing the importance of gardening science. Applicants must detail their project's objectives, plans, timeline, staff, and budget, highlighting its anticipated impact on youth. The application period closes on May 10, 2024, and the recipient will be announced at the National Children & Youth Garden Symposium in July. Attendance at the symposium is not a requirement for application or receipt of the grant.

This grant provides funding for experienced artists to collaborate with children in Boston's after-school programs to create a community art piece inspired by the Museum of Fine Arts' collection.

The Dao Prize, funded by the Daofeng and Angela Foundation in conjunction with Young America’s Foundation’s National Journalism Center (NJC), is an annual award designed to recognize excellence in investigative journalism. The program's mission aligns with fostering high-quality journalism, particularly in investigative, local, and multimedia formats. While the specific mission of the Daofeng and Angela Foundation or the NJC's broader strategic priorities are not explicitly detailed as a 'theory of change' in the provided text, the establishment of this prize clearly indicates a strategic priority to support and elevate journalists who produce impactful and well-researched stories, thereby contributing to an informed public and a robust journalistic landscape. The target beneficiaries of the Dao Prize are U.S.-based news publications and individual journalists, including those working for Substack pages, YouTube channels, podcasts, and other multimedia outlets. The impact goals are to encourage and reward exceptional journalistic work, particularly in areas often overlooked or under-resourced, such as local and multimedia journalism. By providing substantial financial awards, the prize aims to empower journalists and outlets to continue their critical work, thereby strengthening the foundation of American journalism and its ability to hold power accountable and inform communities. The program prioritizes excellence in investigative journalism, with additional categories specifically recognizing outstanding local and multimedia journalism. This focus ensures that the prize not only celebrates groundbreaking investigations but also acknowledges the vital role of community-focused reporting and innovative storytelling formats. Expected outcomes include a rise in the quality and quantity of investigative, local, and multimedia journalism, as well as increased recognition and financial stability for journalists producing such work. Measurable results include the annual selection of a grand prize winner receiving $100,000, along with runners-up and winners in the local and multimedia categories each receiving $10,000. The prize's impact can be measured by the caliber and reach of the winning stories, the ongoing careers of the recognized journalists, and the visibility of the award itself in encouraging future submissions and high standards. The explicit criteria for evaluation—based on a ten-point scale across five main categories—ensure a rigorous and transparent selection process, reinforcing the prize's commitment to recognizing true excellence.

This grant provides funding to community members and organizations in Philadelphia to improve public spaces and enhance pedestrian safety, particularly in underserved neighborhoods.

The Colorado Media Project is offering a grant of $1,000 to $10,000 to smaller, Colorado-based local news organizations for producing high-quality, nonpartisan investigative or accountability journalism, with a focus on raising public awareness about critical issues facing the state and catalyzing positive change in the institutions and communities.

This innovation challenge invites engineers and scientists to develop solutions that prevent electrode coating buildup in electromagnetic flowmeters, aiming to improve their accuracy and reduce maintenance costs in harsh industrial environments.

This grant provides financial support to local visual artists, writers, performers, and musicians in Clatsop and Tillamook counties to create original work and engage the community through public presentations or educational activities.

Poynter Reporting Grants for Transgender Coverage Grant Amount: $10,000 to $15,000 (three grants available) Eligibility: Reporters planning projects on all platforms (online, radio, video, print). Must have attended or watched both Beat Academy Transgender Coverage webinars. If not attended, enroll in the course. Support: One-on-one coaching available as needed. Focus: Strong applications focus on concrete local examples of transgender issues. Focus can be personal, family, community, or state level. Emphasis on a crisp story pitch, clear reporting plan, and evidence of reporting skill. Projects should be completed by December 31, 2024. Application Details: Applications due by May 3, 2024. Winners announced in late May. For questions, email Jon Greenberg at [email protected]. Funding Source: Supported by the Gill Foundation.

This fellowship provides funding to filmmakers at various stages of documentary production focused on the science, culture, and policy of psychedelics, with a special emphasis on supporting diverse voices and emerging talent.

This grant provides financial assistance to nontraditional college students, established entrepreneurs, and community advocates in El Dorado, Arkansas, who demonstrate a commitment to community service and embody the values of compassion and leadership.

This program provides a free ten-week learning opportunity to help individuals with less than five years of work experience or those transitioning careers develop essential skills for success in the modern workforce.

This funding initiative provides $10,000 grants and mentorship to small businesses in the U.S. that face challenges in accessing traditional financing, helping them grow and improve their operations.

This grant provides funding for artists and teams across the U.S. to create temporary public art projects in San Francisco that reimagine monuments and promote inclusive community narratives.

The Waukegan Arts Council (WAC) 2024 Public Art Grant program aims to promote art within the city of Waukegan, Illinois. This grant program is aligned with the WAC's mission to support high-quality public art experiences, encourage artistic expression, energize public participation, and promote cultural appreciation for the diverse Waukegan community. The program's strategic priority is to foster a vibrant arts landscape that enriches the lives of Waukegan residents, operating under the theory of change that by funding accessible and engaging public art, WAC can directly contribute to community well-being and cultural development. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are primarily residents of Waukegan. The impact goals include increasing artistic awareness, public participation in cultural activities, and overall appreciation for cultural arts within the city. Projects must take place within Waukegan and demonstrably benefit its residents, ensuring that the grants directly serve the community they intend to uplift. The program prioritizes projects that show multiple sources of funding, indicating a commitment to sustainability and broader community support. It also encourages ongoing or repeat events to demonstrate an ability to continue independent of grant funds, fostering long-term artistic initiatives. Furthermore, applications must provide evidence of artistic merit and include a detailed, accurate budget that specifies how grant funds will be used and allocates adequate resources to the project. Expected outcomes include the successful execution of public art projects that meet the outlined eligibility criteria. Measurable results will stem from projects that encourage artistic awareness, public participation, and/or cultural arts appreciation. The grant program seeks to support projects that take place between June 15, 2024, and June 14, 2025, and require that projects recognize the support of the Waukegan Arts Council. The total funding available for the WAC 2024 grant program is $5000, with individual grants ranging from $1000 to $10,000.

This program honors and supports outstanding young leaders in Kansas who are making significant contributions to their communities and fields, encouraging their continued growth and impact.

This program provides $25,000 awards to New York City-based artist mothers with children under three, helping them cover childcare costs while advancing their artistic careers.

This fellowship provides funding for early-career researchers focused on advancing clinical or translational research in ocular or uveal melanoma.

This grant provides financial support to women in Western North Carolina who are starting or advancing careers in the food, beverage, agriculture, and hospitality industries, particularly those affected by Hurricane Helene.