Grants for Nonprofits - Private

This funding opportunity supports scholarly publications and conservation projects related to the art, architecture, and material culture of the Islamic world prior to 1920 CE, aimed at individuals and institutions dedicated to preserving and promoting Islamic heritage.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Herkimer and Oneida counties to support programs and services that promote healthy lifestyles and access to resources for older adults.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Delaware nonprofit organizations facing challenges, enabling them to enhance their operations and impact through strategic planning and capacity building.

This contest invites photographers of all skill levels to showcase their images of the Cook County Forest Preserves, with a focus on capturing the area's natural beauty and outdoor activities.

Seeking to foster deeper connections with nature among a range of constituencies, the Foundation invests in environmental programs that focus on education and/or stewardship. In the environmental education area, the Foundation’s emphasis is on high quality programs that promote hands-on experiential activities in formal and informal K-12 educational settings to increase time spent outside in nature for youth. In the environmental stewardship area, the Foundation seeks to support the maintenance and expansion of green spaces, including parks and farms, in under-resourced neighborhoods. The Foundation’s environmental grantmaking is limited to the Baltimore metropolitan region. The Foundation typically provides funding for general operations and/or programming, but not capital needs.

This program empowers rural high school students to develop leadership skills and make a positive impact in their communities by awarding grants to local nonprofits addressing critical needs.

Cindy's Wind Fund for Women and Girls Grants, part of the Community Grants Program by the Community Foundation of Greene County, awards two $500 grants annually during the Community Grant cycles with deadlines on June 1 and October 1. This fund focuses on supporting projects that help women and girls in Greene County, Pennsylvania, reach their full potential through information programs, direct services, special activities, and more. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organizations, including churches, educational organizations, and government agencies, with proposals aimed at empowering women and girls. Grant renewed every year. Grant Fall Annual deadline: October 1st

The Edna W. Andrade Fund, a Donor Advised Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation, is dedicated to supporting visual fine artists from the Greater Philadelphia area. This grant program aligns directly with the Philadelphia Foundation's mission by channeling resources to enhance the local and national art landscape, specifically benefiting artists working in painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, or sculpture. The foundation acts as a facilitator, allowing donors like the Edna W. Andrade Fund to address specific community needs and artistic development within its broader philanthropic framework. The primary beneficiaries of this fund are visual fine artists residing in the Greater Philadelphia area, which encompasses Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania, and Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Mercer counties in New Jersey. The impact goals are to foster artistic careers, increase visibility for regional artists, and enrich the cultural fabric of the Greater Philadelphia area. This is achieved by providing financial support that enables the purchase or commission of artworks, funds one-person exhibitions, and supports artists engaged in educational, cultural, humanitarian, or environmental projects through nonprofit fiscal agents. The fund prioritizes organizations with 501(c)(3) status that have a proven track record of creating, curating, producing, or presenting at least three professional public exhibits or projects within the last five years. There is also a strong focus on non-discrimination, requiring organizations to have adopted a policy inclusive of various protected characteristics. This ensures that the support reaches a diverse range of artists and promotes equitable access to funding opportunities. The strategic priority is to strengthen the visual arts community by empowering both artists and the institutions that support them. The expected outcomes include an increase in the number of commissioned and purchased artworks by Greater Philadelphia artists, a greater prevalence of one-person exhibitions showcasing local talent, and the successful execution of various community-focused artistic projects. Measurable results could include tracking the number of grants awarded, the number of artists directly supported, the number and attendance of exhibitions funded, and the scope and reach of projects undertaken. The foundation's theory of change, in this context, is that by investing in artists and supportive organizations, it can cultivate a more vibrant and sustainable artistic ecosystem that benefits both creators and the wider community.

This program provides financial assistance to licensed child care providers in Connecticut for urgent repairs needed to ensure safe operations.

The Miami Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has launched the 2024-2025 Downtown Creative Collaborators Grants (DCCG) program. This program is designed to support projects and events that will take place in Downtown Miami during the fiscal year 2024-2025 (October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025). The DDA's mission, as aligned with this grant, is to strengthen Downtown Miami's appeal as a global destination and stimulate demonstrable economic impact within the area through innovative projects and events. The DCCG program targets organizations producing and implementing activations in Downtown Miami. The goal is to benefit the Downtown community by fostering connections, attracting tourism, and providing affordable, family-friendly programming. The program also aims to promote Miami as an international and diverse cultural center, a culinary destination, and an innovation hub, while also highlighting its rich history, art, culture, and natural resources. Funding priorities for the DCCG include activating outdoor venues, creating community-building opportunities, offering family-friendly programming, promoting Miami as a global city, providing cultural and historic education, raising public transportation awareness, and offering free or discounted projects and events. The grant specifically encourages content that features the communities, history, and natural resources in Miami-Dade County. Priority will be given to projects that clearly and visibly state free or discounted admissions for area residents, families, and students in their marketing and promotional materials. Expected outcomes include a measurable economic impact in Downtown Miami, increased appeal of the area as a global destination, enhanced community engagement, and greater awareness and ridership of Downtown Miami's multimodal transportation options. By supporting diverse and innovative projects, the DDA aims to further establish Downtown Miami as a vibrant hub for arts, culture, entertainment, and innovation, contributing to the overall strategic development and economic growth of the city center. Grant awards can range from $5,000.00 up to $50,000.00, and applicants must secure additional funding commitments, as the DCCG cannot be the sole funding source.

This program provides financial assistance to breast cancer patients in Yolo County, California, to help cover essential needs during their treatment journey.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Walhalla, ND, to support projects that improve the quality of life for local residents.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to established nonprofits in Southern Minnesota that focus on improving literacy, children's health, mental health, and related services to address urgent community needs.

The Early Care Spaces grant program, spearheaded by the Kenneth Rainin Foundation, is an open application initiative offering grants of up to $100,000. Its core mission aligns directly with the foundation's vision of a world where all Oakland children read at or above grade level by third grade. This program specifically targets early language and literacy development for Oakland children from birth to five years old, recognizing the critical window for literacy growth from early care through second grade. The foundation's strategic priority is to support equitable approaches to literacy during these formative years. The program's impact goals are multifaceted, focusing on expanding children's vocabulary and comprehension, increasing confidence in listening and speaking, and empowering parents and caregivers as leaders in their children's education. A key component of the foundation's theory of change is also the career advancement and upskilling for Black early care providers, enabling them to offer language-rich, developmentally appropriate, and culturally affirming care, thereby addressing systemic inequities. Early Care Spaces prioritizes funding for early care provided outside of traditional education systems, such as family resource centers and community spaces, while still welcoming organizations that partner with traditional systems. The program also places a strong emphasis on initiatives with deep connections to informal care providers or Family, Friend and Neighbor care. Furthermore, it seeks to support diverse organizations and providers that truly reflect the neighborhoods and communities they serve, with a particular focus on the Oakland flatlands, areas experiencing disinvestment and displacement of BIPOC communities. The expected outcomes include increased access to high-quality early literacy support for Oakland's youngest children, especially in underserved communities, and the strengthening of the informal care sector. Measurable results would likely include improvements in children's language and literacy skills, increased parental engagement in early education, and enhanced capacity and leadership among Black early care providers. This annual program, commemorating the foundation's 15th anniversary of formal grantmaking, aims to address existing gaps in Oakland's early care funding landscape and contribute to long-term literacy success for all children in the city.

This grant provides funding for community-led environmental restoration and education projects within the Tampa Bay watershed, targeting organizations like nonprofits, schools, and government agencies that engage local volunteers.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California-based nonprofit animal welfare organizations and municipal agencies to improve their disaster preparedness and response capabilities for future wildfires and emergencies affecting animals.

The Walter Cerf Community Fund offers small grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to support various charitable needs within Vermont, focusing on arts, education, historic preservation, and social services. These grants are aimed at projects or general operational needs that foster collaboration and address underserved populations. About 70% of these funds are directed towards projects in Addison County or Brandon, with the remainder supporting statewide initiatives.

The Porter County Community Foundation seeks to strengthen the community through lasting generosity and leadership by offering grants for humanitarian, cultural, educational, and environmental purposes. While the foundation acknowledges the importance of general operating support for nonprofits, it prioritizes funding requests that build organizational capacity, enhance efficiency, expand successful programming, or foster cooperation and collaboration among organizations for innovative initiatives. This approach aligns with their mission to ensure long-term growth and vitality within the community by strategically investing in projects with clear, impactful goals. The foundation targets organizations serving Porter County, Indiana, with a focus on proposals that demonstrate the potential for significant community benefit. Grants are awarded through an open process, and the committee considers several factors when making difficult choices due to limited funds. These factors include support from sources other than the foundation, evidence of meaningful financial support from the organization's board, the overall financial strength of the organization, and the request's impact on enhancing the organization's capacity to better serve Porter County. Key priorities for funding include initiatives that increase organizational capacity through planning, training, and professional development (excluding recurring annual conferences), as well as projects that enhance efficiency through equipment acquisition and extraordinary expenses difficult to budget for. The foundation also prioritizes expanding successful programming to reach new audiences and facilitating cooperation and collaboration among organizations for new, innovative programming. These focuses aim to foster a stronger, more efficient, and interconnected network of community service providers. Expected outcomes include increased organizational efficiency and sustainability, improved capacity to serve Porter County residents, and the successful expansion of programs to new audiences. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed for each funding area, the foundation's emphasis on "increased efficiency and sustainability" and "capacity to better serve Porter County" implies a focus on quantifiable improvements in service delivery, outreach, and operational effectiveness. The maximum grant amount is $10,000, and the foundation generally does not fund annual appeals, event sponsorships, multi-year grants, sectarian programs, political organizations, endowment campaigns, debt reduction, individuals (except scholarships), completed programs, travel for groups, camp scholarships, or re-granting organizations.

This program provides financial support to arts organizations in rural Tennessee, helping them cover operating expenses while promoting community engagement and sound financial practices.

The Community Giving Foundation's Healthy Workplace Grant program is designed to foster happy and healthy teams within nonprofit organizations. This initiative directly aligns with the Foundation's mission by promoting community well-being, specifically focusing on the individuals who drive the nonprofit sector. By investing in the health and positivity of these teams, the Foundation aims to strengthen the operational capacity and resilience of local nonprofits, ultimately enhancing their ability to serve the community effectively. The program acknowledges the critical role of employee well-being in organizational success and community impact. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are 501(c) and government nonprofit organizations located within the Berwick Health and Wellness Fund service area, which includes specific boroughs and townships in Columbia and Luzerne counties, Pennsylvania. The program targets the staff and volunteers within these organizations, aiming to improve their mental and physical health. The overarching impact goal is to cultivate more positive, supportive, and healthy work environments within these vital community organizations, leading to increased employee satisfaction, reduced burnout, and improved overall productivity. The grant prioritizes creative and innovative approaches to enhancing workplace health and positivity. Funds can be utilized for a variety of purposes, including the purchase of supplies or equipment, the implementation of specific programming, or professional development opportunities that boost mental and physical well-being. The emphasis is on encouraging imaginative methods that contribute to a healthier office culture. This focus on creative solutions ensures that organizations can tailor their initiatives to their unique needs and challenges, fostering a more effective and sustainable impact. Expected outcomes include a measurable improvement in the mental and physical health of nonprofit teams, a more positive and supportive workplace culture, and enhanced organizational effectiveness. While specific measurable results are not detailed in terms of quantifiable metrics within the provided text, the application process itself encourages "creative methods for increasing health and positivity," implying that successful applications will demonstrate thoughtful approaches to achieving these outcomes. The Foundation's strategic priority, as evidenced by this grant, is to invest in the human capital of the nonprofit sector, recognizing that healthy, engaged teams are fundamental to a thriving community. This aligns with a theory of change where targeted support for employee well-being directly contributes to stronger, more impactful nonprofit operations, ultimately benefiting the wider community. Grants are awarded in amounts ranging from $200-$1,000, indicating a focus on supporting a broad range of smaller-scale, impactful initiatives.