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North Dakota grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

Explore 31 grant opportunities

Special Projects Grant Program
$1,500
North Dakota Council on the Arts
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2024

This program provides financial support for artistic events and projects that engage the North Dakota community, targeting individual artists and local nonprofit organizations.

Arts
City or township governments
National-Central Expanding Opportunities for Community Change
$350,000
Cultivating Healthy Environments โ€“ National-Central
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2027

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.

Environment
Nonprofits
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Humanities North Dakota Grant Program
$10,000
Humanities North Dakota
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides up to $2,000 to support small-scale humanities projects, such as public discussions and local history initiatives, making cultural programming more accessible in communities.

Humanities
Nonprofits
North Dakota Technical Skills Training Grant
$6,000,000
North Dakota Department of Commerce
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 8, 2024

This funding supports program providers and employers in creating or expanding training programs for displaced workers, focusing on new skills development, staff upskilling, and workforce automation.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Community Arts Access Grant Program 2026
$4,000
North Dakota Council on the Arts
State

Application Deadline

Sep 4, 2025

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support for arts-related activities in North Dakota, targeting nonprofit organizations, unincorporated groups, and public entities to enhance community engagement and appreciation of the arts.

Arts
Nonprofits
FY24 DEFENSE ESTABLISHED PROGRAM TO STIMULATE COMPETITIVE RESEARCH (DEPSCoR) CAPACITY BUILDING (CB)
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2024

Date Added

Mar 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to universities in specific states and territories to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering, aligning with the needs of the Department of Defense.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Women's Fund Grant Program
$5,000
Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Region
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2024

Date Added

Feb 28, 2024

The Women's Fund Grant Program, aligned with the mission to empower girls and women to achieve economic, social, and political equality, invites applications for programming support grants. The program focuses on raising awareness of challenges faced by girls and women, supporting leadership and confidence-building opportunities, and encouraging philanthropy among women. Preference is given to new projects or programs and new grant applicants. Successful past grants include driver's education for independence, music program expansions, shelter for homeless families, and support for victims of assault and trafficking.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits
2025 Community Arts Access Tier 1 & 2 Grant Program
$4,000
North Dakota Council on the Arts
State

Application Deadline

Sep 27, 2024

Date Added

May 29, 2024

The North Dakota Council on the Arts offers the Community Arts Access Tier 1 & 2 grant, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, to support arts activities such as festivals, exhibitions, and performances by eligible North Dakota-based nonprofit and public entities, with the aim of enhancing programming quality, expanding audiences, and promoting arts appreciation within the state.

Arts
Nonprofits
Community Innovation Grants
Contact for amount
BU.S.h Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This program provides flexible funding to individuals and organizations in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and 23 Native nations to develop and implement innovative ideas that drive positive change in their communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Humanities North Dakota General Grants
$10,000
Humanities North Dakota
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2024

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

Humanities North Dakota offers general grants ranging from $2,001 to $10,000 to support projects centered in the humanities. These projects must explore critical issues, involve humanities scholars, and be designed to attract and engage a public audience. Formats for these projects can vary widely and may include lectures, discussions, exhibits, interpretations of performances, living history presentations, book or film discussions, oral histories, radio, video, and film documentary productions, language preservation projects, and teacher seminars. The goal is to bring the humanities off campuses and into communities, promoting a deeper understanding of human values, cultures, and history. Close Date: Rolling based on project start dates: April 1 projects: March 1 July 1 projects: June 1 November 1 projects: October 1

Humanities
Nonprofits
Tribal Solar Gap Fund
$250,000
Tribal Energy Alternatives โ€“ Tribal Solar Accelerator Fund (TSAF)
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 29, 2025

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to tribal governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions for solar energy projects that enhance energy independence and benefit low-to-moderate income communities.

Energy
Native American tribal organizations
Agriculture Infrastructure Grant -Utility Improvement
$350,000
North Dakota Department of Agriculture (NDDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2025

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

Administered by the North Dakota Department of Agriculture, this grant focuses on utility improvements necessary for the support of value-added agriculture businesses. It offers financial assistance for water and wastewater line improvements, as well as electrical and gas supply enhancements to accommodate the unique needs of agriculture businesses aiming for development or expansion. Grants are available up to $350,000 or 80% of the utility project cost, with a commitment to supporting projects that bolster the infrastructure required for sustainable agriculture growth and efficiency. Rolling application. Deadline is 04/01/2025 unless funds are depleted earlier

Agriculture
Small businesses
2024 ConocoPhillips SPIRIT of Conservation
$275,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2024

Date Added

Jun 6, 2024

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is inviting proposals for its ConocoPhillips SPIRIT of Conservation program, which is specifically designed to advance bird species and habitat conservation. This program directly aligns with NFWF's mission to address the alarming loss of 3 billion birds since 1970. The foundation's strategic priority is to support projects that conserve, restore, or enhance critical habitats and to gather essential bird population data, ultimately aiming to reverse population declines. The primary beneficiaries of this program are bird populations, both migratory and non-migratory, particularly those inhabiting grassland, wetland, sage-steppe, and coastal habitats. The program's impact goals include improving habitat quality and quantity, enhancing breeding and wintering grounds, and supporting stopover periods for birds along major migratory routes. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in bird populations, improved habitat conditions, and the collection of vital data to inform future conservation efforts. The program's priorities and focuses are centered on implementing science-driven and strategic conservation. This involves addressing habitat degradation, fragmentation, and loss. Geographic focal areas are critical, spanning major migratory routes from the northern slope of Alaska to the north-south axis of the central United States, including the Gulf Coast regions of Texas and Louisiana. The program emphasizes innovative methods for gathering lacking bird population data and conserving specific habitat types. Grant awards typically range from $100,000 to $275,000, with projects expected to be completed within two years. Eligible applicants include a broad range of non-profit organizations, government agencies (U.S. federal, state, local, municipal, tribal), and educational institutions. This inclusive eligibility criteria reflects NFWF's theory of change, which recognizes that collaborative efforts across various sectors are essential for achieving large-scale, sustainable conservation impacts for bird populations and their habitats.

Environment
County governments
Agriculture Infrastructure Grant - Roadway and Bridge Improvement
$1,250,000
North Dakota Department of Agriculture (NDDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2025

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

This grant program, overseen by the North Dakota Department of Agriculture in consultation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), is dedicated to supporting infrastructure improvements for roadways and bridges. It aims to facilitate the development or expansion of new or existing value-added agriculture businesses by enhancing access and transportation infrastructure. Political subdivisions are invited to apply for funding to undertake corridor improvements on county and township roadways and improvements to bridges that provide access to value-added agriculture businesses. The program commits to awarding grants up to $1,250,000 or 80% of the project cost, prioritizing projects that demonstrate significant potential for economic impact on the agriculture sector. Rolling application. Deadline is 04/01/2025 unless funds are depleted earlier

Agriculture
Small businesses
FY24 DEFENSE ESTABLISHED PROGRAM TO STIMULATE COMPETITIVE RESEARCH (DEPSCoR) RESEARCH COLLABORATION (RC)
$600,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2024

Date Added

Mar 29, 2024

This program provides funding to universities in eligible states to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering that support the needs of the Department of Defense.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Otto Bremer Trust - Strategic Grants
Contact for amount
Otto Bremer Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 2, 2023

The Otto Bremer Trust is a private charitable trust based in St. Paul, Minn. Created in 1944 by Otto Bremer, it is committed to supporting a better quality of life for residents of Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. Since its founding, OBT has invested nearly $1 billion and provides ~$105 million annually to nonprofit organizations in Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. Applications are due on a rolling basis on these dates: February 4, 2024; April 4, 2024; June 6, 2024; August 1, 2024. - General Operations Application: General operations grants provide unrestricted funding that enables an organization to carry out its mission. Typical uses could include support for an organizationโ€™s administrative and infrastructure costs, maintaining core programs and/or staffing. This application is for organizations seeking $75,000 or more in general operations support. - General Operations Short Application: This application is for organizations seeking general operations support of less than $75,000. - Restricted Application: Restricted grants provide funding for a specific program or project. These funds may not be used for other purposes, although a portion may be utilized for overhead or indirect costs of administering the program or project. - Capital Application: Capital grants support constructing, repairing, renovating, or rehabilitating an organizationโ€™s physical space. Capital grants can also support the purchase of equipment necessary for an organization to carry out its work.

Community Development
Nonprofits
State Energy Program
$50,000
North Dakota Department of Commerce
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 8, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical assistance to schools, government entities, and non-profits for projects that promote energy efficiency, conservation, and renewable energy initiatives.

Energy
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Oil and Gas Research Program Grant
$25,000,000
North Dakota Industrial Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support for innovative projects that enhance oil recovery methods in North Dakota, particularly targeting collaborations between oil operators, service companies, and research institutions.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Hannaford Area Community Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
North Dakota Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities that directly benefit the Hannaford community through local projects and initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits