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Grants of up to $6,000 to Minnesota individual artists for arts and cultural activities in eligible regions. The purpose of funding is to increase access to arts education and diverse arts experiences for all ages. Eligible proposals include but are not limited to...
Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impa...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Maine researchers for research and development projects related to the state's coastal regions. Some applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support efforts in the areas of education, research, exte...
Grants of up to $1,500 to Arizona artists to promote career development. Funding is intended to cultivate new professional skills, introduce artistic work to new markets, and encourage artistic entrepreneurship. Eligible projects are new or developing professional...
Fellowships to Colorado individual artists in eligible locations to pursue artistic opportunities. Funding is intended to help both youth and adult artists further their careers and creative practices. Applicants may work in a range of arts disciplines, including ...
Grant to a Canada researcher affiliated with an eligible nonprofit hospital, research institution, or other nonprofit organization to safeguard the mental health of Canadian youth. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an appl...
Grants to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible post-secondary institutions, hospitals, and research facilities for research studies related to aging and health. The purpose of funding is to increase understanding of the impacts that biology, psychology, eco...
Grants of $4,000 to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses, and classrooms for environmental projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to encourage individuals and groups to come up with simple ideas to solve local environmental p...
Opportunity for Tennessee high school students to participate in a week-long educational leadership program in Washington, DC, and receive a $12,500 undergraduate college scholarship. Participating students will meet with high-level government officials, network w...
Grants to British Columbia community-based organizations, nonprofit societies, registered charities, service organizations, and individuals to address needs that affect local residents and communities in eligible locations. Certain applicants must contact program ...
Grants to Canada individuals affiliated with qualifying IHEs for collaborative research in the humanities and social sciences. Funding is intended for new research projects by new or existing partnerships. Proposals may involve any disciplines, thematic areas, app...
Grants of up to $5,000 to New York individuals and grassroots organizations for activities to benefit local residents in eligible locations. Applicants are required to attend a seminar prior to submitting a grant application. Funding is intended to encourage commu...
Grants of up to $2,000 per project to Maryland public school teachers and personnel for projects that benefit students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in today's world. Grants may be ...
Awards to Colorado individuals and businesses in eligible locations to recognize outstanding charitable support and volunteerism within the community. Awards are intended to honor residents who have shown commitment through financial support, dedication, leadershi...
Grants to Texas businesses, individuals, government agencies, organizations, and associations for programs and projects that address dangerous emissions. Funding is intended to implement innovative technologies that help to reduce emissions of regulated pollutants...
Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina property owners and building tenants to improve commercial buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance parking areas, landscapes, and building exteriors, as well as for the installation of...
Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina property owners and tenants to improve commercial buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance parking areas, landscapes, and building exteriors, as well as for the installation of new pede...
Grants of $1,000 to New York tribal entities, individual artists, collectives, nonprofit organizations, and unincorporated groups for arts programming in eligible regions. Funding is intended to ensure the ongoing success of arts and cultural activities and enable...
Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $3,000 to California K-12 teachers to support arts programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to enrich students' arts experience by providing teachers with needed materials and supplies and by creating opportuniti...
Grants of up to $1,000 to North Carolina individual artists in eligible locations for professional development. Funding is intended to assist artists with career and artistic development, enhance their skills and abilities to create work, and improve their busines...
Grants of up to $500 to Michigan public and private school teachers and counselors for educational programs in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to support a wide variety of initiatives to enhance the classroom. Funding may be used for specific pro...
Grants of up to $7,000 to New Jersey homeowners in eligible locations to improve health and safety in their houses. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life of residents and mitigate health and safety hazards. Applicants will identify repairs that need t...
Grants to Virginia commercial fishermen for initiatives to safeguard the state's fishing resources. Funding is intended for activities within the following focus areas: environmental pilot studies regarding fishery habitats, seafood technology, aquaculture, and ma...
Opportunity for Virginia qualifying high school juniors and seniors to participate in an education and leadership program that will encourage pursuit of a public service career. Selected participants will receive a $12,500 college scholarship for undergraduate stu...
Opportunity for Washington high school students to participate in a week-long educational leadership program in Washington, DC, and receive a $12,500 undergraduate college scholarship. Participating youth will be instructed on the American political process and me...
Grants of up to $350 to Indiana teachers in eligible locations to improve the learning experience and enhance educational outcomes. Funding is intended to help teachers enrich their teaching environment. Innovation and creativity are encouraged. Grants will be awa...
Grants of up to $10,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations and individual artists to engage residents and visitors while enhancing culture and tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that heighten disaster resilience awareness and prep...
Grants of up to $2,500 to Texas nonprofit organizations and individual artists for arts and cultural programs that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for innovative arts projects and activities that engage public audiences, promote tour...
Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota cultural, neighborhood, and religious organizations, individual artists, arts and community groups, and students for arts and cultural projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Eligible disciplines include visual a...
Grants of up to $2,500 to New Mexico teachers and administrators to improve educational outcomes in eligible counties. Funding is intended for resources and materials that enhance the classroom experience. The program is focused on financial literacy and financial...
Grants of up to $7,000 to Kentucky and Indiana artists in eligible counties for travel related to artistic and professional development. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for travel that will improve the knowledge, resour...
Grants of up to $1,500 to South Dakota teachers in eligible locations for new and original classroom projects. Funding is intended to provide enriching educational experiences for students. Proposals for curriculum enhancements and innovative and creative projects...
Grants of up to $1,500 to Alberta youth, youth groups, and youth collaborations with nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for youth between the ages of 12 and 18 to organize and run events, activ...
Fellowships and grants to California professional artists in eligible locations to recognize and support the creation of outstanding artistic works. The fellowships are intended to support the creation of new works through study, professional development, and othe...
Grants of $500 to Minnesota artists and cultural bearers in eligible counties for emergency support. Funding is intended to cover a wide range of personal and professional expenses, including basic needs, health, loss of income, and creative expenses. Individuals ...
Opportunity for Florida youth to receive undergraduate college scholarships of $12,500, interact with leaders in Washington, D.C., and experience the national government in action. High school juniors and seniors may qualify to apply through leadership positions t...
Grants to California nonprofit arts organizations and individual artists to create and present arts and cultural programs in eligible locations. The grants are intended to develop new audiences for the arts, promote diversity in the area's cultural life, encourage...
Grants to Massachusetts municipal departments, businesses, individuals, and nonprofit organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen communities and offset expenditures associated with special events and projects. The goa...
Grants of up to $1,500 to Oregon nonprofit organizations, individuals, and groups for arts and cultural projects that benefit residents and visitors in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities and programs that address community needs and create a posi...
Grants of up to $2,500 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, schools and school districts, government agencies, museums, historical societies, libraries, ad hoc groups, and individuals in eligible locations for community health programs. Funding is intended for se...
Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to promote the well-being, development, and education of community residents. Of particular interest are the young, aged, and indigent; individuals with special needs; and vulnerable and underprivileged...
Grants of up to $1,000 to Minnesota artists in eligible locations for career development activities. Funding is intended for a wide range of opportunities to significantly advance the artists' careers. Grants are open to individuals whose primary residence is in z...
Grants to California nonprofit and for-profit organizations, individuals, and public agencies for historic preservation projects in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support and foster the ident...
Grants to Florida individuals and nonprofit organizations to address the needs of local residents in eligible regions. All proposals must address critical needs within the community, including food, senior assistance, and helping needy children. Grant proceeds mus...
Grants to Ohio individuals, schools, groups, and charitable organizations to address basic needs and benefit communities within the funding source’s service area. Funding is intended for charitable, public, humanitarian, scientific, and educational purposes. Gra...
Grants of up to $2,500 to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and individuals in eligible counties for charitable, education, and scientific purposes and to promote health and safety in the community. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for residen...
Grants of up to $2,000 to Vermont nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs that benefit local communities Funding is intended to support activities that address the human service and housing needs of low to moderate-income individuals; programs with...
Grants to West Virginia nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals to conserve, protect, and restore significant buildings and properties. Funding is intended to promote the preservation, rehabilitation, ...
Grants to Wyoming library employees and volunteer staff for professional development activities. Funding is intended to strengthen the library workforce through continuing education and training. Eligible applicants have 12 months of employment or volunteer time a...
Grants to Ontario property owners for the conservation, repair, and restoration of culturally significant properties in eligible regions. Funding is available for a broad range of activities, including roof and siding repairs, porch restoration, and exterior pain...
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