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Presenter Consortium for Jazz Grant

Chamber Music America
Private
United States
Up to US $15,000
The Presenter Consortium for Jazz Grant, offered by Chamber Music America, supports U.S.-based presenters collaborating to engage professional jazz ensembles. This grant provides up to $39,000 for expenses like ensemble fees, concert production, and marketing. Each consortium can include up to three presenters and aims to enhance the jazz experience through live performances and streamed concerts. Eligible projects must involve CMA’s New Jazz Works grantees, fostering creativity and community engagement in jazz.
Chamber Music

JAMS Foundation-ACR Initiative for Students and Youth RFP

Jams Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $40,000
The JAMS Foundation-ACR Initiative for Students and Youth RFP aims to support conflict resolution education and training for Pre-K to 12th grade students and adults working with them. This initiative encourages peaceful interactions through conflict resolution strategies, addressing cultural understanding and systemic policy changes in educational settings. Funding is available for programs that enhance these skills in various community contexts, ensuring effective transfer of conflict resolution skills from adults to youth.
Education - K through 12

Athletes for Animals Grants

Athletes for Animals
Private
Canada, United States
US $500 - US $2,500
Athletes for Animals Grants offer essential funding to non-profit animal welfare organizations in the U.S. and Canada. These grants support programs focused on adoptable companion animals, specifically canines and felines, ensuring they are spayed or neutered prior to adoption. Organizations are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to animal welfare by not euthanizing adoptable animals. Applications are accepted semi-annually, with a wait period of 18 months between applications.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

PCC Rapid Response Grants

Pop Culture Collaborative
Association/Society
United States
Up to US $100,000
The PCC Rapid Response Grants provide support for cultural initiatives that aim to shape narratives during critical cultural moments. These grants prioritize projects that engage communities of color, immigrants, refugees, and other marginalized groups, focusing on intersectionality, gender justice, and social equity. Eligible projects include pop culture campaigns, research, and public spectacles that respond to urgent political and cultural events, aiming to reach mass audiences and disrupt harmful narratives.
Immigration & Refugee Rights Islam & Islamic Culture Racial / Ethnic Justice & Rights

Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant

California Casualty
Corporate
Alabama, Arizona +43 more
US $1,000
The California Casualty Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant aims to support public middle and high school sports programs facing funding challenges due to budget cuts. Established by California Casualty, this grant provides financial assistance for purchasing equipment and covering travel costs for competitions. Eligible applicants must be active employees of public schools and members of affiliated education associations. Awards cannot be used for individual student recognition or fundraising projects.
Sports & Athletics

Kars4Kids Small Grant Program

Kars4Kids
Private
United States
US $5,000
The Kars4Kids Small Grant Program aims to support educational initiatives globally, impacting the lives of children. This program welcomes applications from IRS-recognized nonprofit organizations focused on youth development, mentorship, and education. Grants typically range from $500 to $2,000, depending on mission alignment and available funds. Kars4Kids, a national Jewish nonprofit, is dedicated to nurturing productive community members through educational and mentoring opportunities.
Youth Development & Leadership After School / Summer Educational Programs Academic Success & Enrichment +5 more

RTK Scholars Program

RTK Environmental Group
Corporate
United States
US $1,500
The RTK Scholars Program, funded by RTK Environmental Group, provides a $1,500 scholarship to support students pursuing careers in science, particularly in environmental studies, biology, and engineering. This initiative aims to cultivate the next generation of experts in environmental testing and technology. Eligible applicants must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be enrolled in an accredited institution. The application deadline is May 31 each year, promoting academic excellence and dedication to environmental sciences.
Engineering Environment Biology

RedRover Relief Safe Housing Grants

RedRover
Private
United States
Up to US $60,000
RedRover Relief Safe Housing Grants provide vital support for domestic violence survivors by enabling them to keep their pets safe during challenging times. With grants up to $60,000, nonprofit organizations can create or enhance programs that offer shelter for pets, foster care, and veterinary services. This initiative fosters collaboration between domestic violence and animal organizations, ensuring comprehensive community support. By addressing the unique needs of families, these grants promote safety and well-being for both humans and their beloved pets.
Domestic Violence Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Aurand Harris Grants & Fellowships

Children's Theatre Foundation of America (CTFA)
Private
United States
US $2,000 - US $3,000
The Aurand Harris Grants & Fellowships support children’s theatre by funding projects that foster artistic growth and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Eligible applicants include 501c3 nonprofit theatres and individual artists. The grants cover various expenses, such as fees for artists and equipment costs, while prioritizing projects that align with the values of the Children's Theatre Foundation of America. Notably, funding will not cover general operating support or projects already in progress.
Theater

Recordings at Risk Grant

Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR)
Private
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $10,000 - US $50,000
The Recordings at Risk Grant, administered by CLIR, supports the preservation of rare audio and audiovisual media of scholarly value through digital reformatting. With funding from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the program aims to award $6.75 million across twelve competitions, offering grants between $10,000 and $50,000. It encourages U.S. nonprofit institutions to preserve vulnerable media, helping them to develop strategies for effective digital reformatting and promoting best preservation practices.
Historical Records & Archives

Make Democracy Work Grant Program

Educational Foundation of America
Private
Florida, North Carolina
Unspecified amount
The Educational Foundation of America's Make Democracy Work Grant Program focuses on enhancing democratic participation and protecting voting access. This initiative supports innovative efforts to advocate for fair redistricting and empower communities, especially among New American Majority populations. By fostering systemic change, EFA aims to create a more inclusive and equitable democracy, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in the political process.
Voting & Elections Civic Engagement & Education

Equipment Donation Opportunity

Good Sports
Private
United States
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Good Sports is a national non-profit organization dedicated to donating new sports equipment, footwear, and apparel to schools and youth organizations across the U.S. This program allows approved organizations to receive up to eight donations over two years. Eligibility includes serving youth aged 3-18 in high poverty areas and ensuring access to physical activity. Organizations must also adhere to specific requirements, including shipping fees and evaluations after each donation.
Sports & Athletics

Organizing Grants

AJ Muste Foundation for Peace and Justice
United States
Up to US $10,000
The A.J. Muste Memorial Institute's Social Justice Fund Grant supports grassroots activist projects in the U.S. and abroad, focusing on those with limited funding access. Prioritizing efforts to dismantle systemic injustices, the grant seeks proposals from organizations lacking mainstream support, especially those addressing issues like immigration violence, racial inequalities, and economic exploitation. The fund emphasizes direct activism and diverse leadership, making it a vital resource for community-driven initiatives in the pursuit of social justice.
Peacebuilding Workers’ Rights Social Justice / Human Rights

Anna Lalor Burdick Program

Lalor Foundation Inc.
Private
United States
US $10,000 - US $35,000
The Anna Lalor Burdick Program supports initiatives that enhance women's access to reproductive health care, contraception, and pregnancy termination. It prioritizes funding programs that provide comprehensive sexual and reproductive health education, particularly for disadvantaged women. The program seeks innovative approaches, clear goals, and sustainable models, while emphasizing advocacy efforts. Organizations dedicated to reproductive rights in restrictive environments are encouraged to apply, as the foundation aims to empower women through informed choices.
Reproductive Health Reproductive Education Reproductive Rights

Catholic Campaign for Human Development: Community Development Grant Program

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Private
United States
US $25,000 - US $75,000
The Catholic Campaign for Human Development's Community Development Grant Program provides funding between $25,000 and $75,000 to support community-led initiatives aimed at alleviating poverty. Established by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, the program emphasizes the dignity of human life and encourages low-income individuals to take an active role in addressing systemic issues. Grants are awarded to organizations that align with Catholic values and demonstrate effective participation of impoverished communities in decision-making processes.
Community Development & Revitalization Poverty Alleviation & Services

Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund

American Bar Association
Private
United States
US $15,000

Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund

The American Bar Association (ABA) awards an annual Legal Opportunity Scholarship to first-year law students. The program's mission is committed to enhancing the diversity, equity, and inclusion of the legal profession. The ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship grants $15,000 of financial aid to 20 - 25 incoming law students over their three years in law school. Since its inception, the ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship has benefitted more than 400 students from across the country.

Law Education - Higher Education

When Georgia Smiled Grant

When Georgia Smiled: The Robin McGraw Revelation and Dr. Phil Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The When Georgia Smiled Grant, established by the Robin McGraw Revelation and Dr. Phil Foundation, focuses on aiding victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. The foundation prioritizes programs that provide shelter, education, and mental health services to ensure safe and fulfilling lives for affected individuals. Additionally, it supports initiatives for children and disaster relief, fostering community resilience and family reunification efforts. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations operating in the U.S. with a commitment to inclusivity.
Domestic Violence Sexual Assault / Abuse Child Foster Care & Adoption Services

Kids Run the Nation Grant Fund

Road Runners Club of America Inc.
Private
United States
US $500 - US $1,000
The Kids Run the Nation Grant Fund, managed by the RRCA, offers financial support to running clubs, schools, and nonprofits that promote inclusive youth running programs. Since 2007, the fund has awarded over $385,000 to 495+ programs, helping more than 198,500 children embrace running. Grants between $500 and $1,000 are available for structured, gender-inclusive programs that meet specific criteria, encouraging healthy lifestyles and regular participation in running activities.
Sports & Athletics

Artist's Resource Trust (A.R.T.) Fund For Individuals

The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The Artist's Resource Trust (A.R.T.) Fund supports mid-career visual artists in New England, providing unrestricted fellowships to those who demonstrate financial need. Established in 1996, it aims to enhance artists' creative abilities through grants for supplies, rent, and travel. Eligible artists must reside in the region for at least two years and have a minimum of ten years of active practice. A.R.T. is building an endowment to ensure its support continues indefinitely.
Artist Training & Development Artist Residencies

Filmmaking Grants- Southern Documentary Fund Production Grant

Southern Documentary Fund
Private
Alabama, Arkansas +10 more
US $15,000
The Southern Documentary Fund (SDF) offers a Production Grant aimed at supporting Southern documentary filmmakers. With funding made possible by the MacArthur Foundation, SDF prioritizes nonfiction projects in production that showcase the rich tapestry of Southern stories. Up to seven grants of $15,000 each will be awarded to help elevate underrepresented voices and narratives. Applicants must have ties to Southern states and meet specific eligibility criteria to apply.
Documentaries

Veteran Housing Grants

Thdf Ii Inc
Corporate
United States
US $100,000 - US $500,000
The Home Depot Foundation's Veteran Housing Grants Program aims to enhance the lives of U.S. veterans by funding the construction or rehabilitation of supportive housing. Grants, ranging from $100,000 to $500,000, are awarded to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with experience in veteran housing. Since 2011, the Foundation has committed over $550 million to veteran causes and seeks to invest an additional $750 million by 2030, focusing on projects in major cities across the U.S.
Supportive Housing & Shelters Military & Veterans Services

Mobilize Power Fund Grant

Third Wave Fund
Private
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $20,000
The Mobilize Power Fund Grant, offered by the Third Wave Fund, supports youth-led gender justice activism. This rapid response fund targets organizations led by young women of color and LGBTQ+ youth, providing up to $10,000 for urgent needs. It prioritizes groups addressing recent incidents that threaten their work, fostering community power and leadership. Organizations with budgets under $500,000 can apply, aiming for impactful, time-sensitive initiatives that promote social change.
Sexuality & LGBTQIA+ Rights Women's Rights & Equality Reproductive Rights +1 more

Environment Initiative Grants

Roy A Hunt Foundation
Private
United States
US $25,000 - US $75,000
The Roy A. Hunt Foundation's Environment Initiative Grants aim to support projects that enhance ecological health and sustainability. With an annual budget of approximately $3.4 million, the foundation prioritizes initiatives that promote responsible environmental practices, clean energy, and waste reduction. Grants between $25,000 and $75,000 are available for projects at various levels, focusing on innovative solutions that foster community partnerships and address root causes of environmental challenges.
Renewable/Sustainable Energy Waste Management Environmental Economics +7 more

Mifflin Memorial Fund Grant

George H & Jane A Mifflin Memorial Fund
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Mifflin Memorial Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations in human services and education, particularly those serving low-income and minority populations. This private fund also contributes to environmental and conservation initiatives, and occasionally cultural organizations for specific projects. Eligible applicants must be tax-exempt nonprofits, ensuring that grants are directed towards impactful community services and educational opportunities.
Education Human & Social Services Environmental Conservation +1 more

Salad Bars to Schools Grant

Chef Ann Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
The Salad Bars to Schools Grant, initiated by the Chef Ann Foundation, aims to provide salad bar equipment to U.S. schools, enhancing children's access to fresh fruits and vegetables. Launched in 2010, this initiative tackles childhood obesity by ensuring nutritious options in school meals. Eligible applicants receive technical support and free enrollments in educational courses to maximize the impact of their salad bars. By promoting healthy eating habits, the program strives to improve children's overall health and well-being.
Nutrition & Healthy Eating Education - K through 12

Tennis Venue Services: Facility Funding

United States Tennis Association Incorporated
Corporate
United States
Unspecified amount
The USTA's Tennis Venue Services provides funding for tennis facilities, emphasizing community and growth. Grants are available for various projects, including basic improvements, resurfacing, and new constructions. With funding up to $55,000 based on project type, the program supports collegiate organizations in enhancing their facilities. This initiative promotes healthy competition and camaraderie among players, ensuring tennis remains accessible and well-equipped for all enthusiasts.
Tennis

Tailored for Troops Grant Program

Disabled Veterans National Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
The Tailored for Troops Grant Program, initiated by the Disabled Veterans National Foundation, provides essential business attire to veterans seeking employment. This initiative addresses the unique challenges veterans face in the job market, including unemployment and the need for proper attire. By partnering with organizations that offer employment services, the program ensures that veterans receive necessary support in their transition to civilian careers, ultimately aiding in reducing homelessness among veterans.
Military & Veterans Services

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Grant Insights : Cary Grants for Nonprofits

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.

100+ Cary grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

18 Cary grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

8 Cary grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

27 Cary grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

84 Cary grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

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Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Cary grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the fourth quarter.

Q1
20.5%
Q2
17.7%
Q3
24.0%
Q4
37.8%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Cary Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $7,625.

$500 $500 Min.
$7,625 $7.6 K Median
$39,980 $40 K Average
$1,625,000 $1.6 M Max.

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