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OVC FY 2026 Improving Outcomes for Child and Youth Victims of Human Trafficking

US Department of Justice: Office for Victims of Crime (OVC)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $1,600,000
The OVC FY 2026 grant aims to improve outcomes for child and youth victims of human trafficking by integrating policies at state and Tribal levels. This funding opportunity focuses on developing strategic plans to address the challenges faced by minor victims, enhance coordination among systems like child welfare and juvenile justice, and ensure effective identification and prosecution of traffickers. By fostering multidisciplinary approaches, the program seeks to provide comprehensive support and services to these vulnerable populations.
Youth Services Crime & Justice Child Welfare Services +2 more

DoW Breast Cancer, Clinical Research Extension Award (363671)

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The FY26 Breast Cancer Research Program's Clinical Research Extension Award aims to enhance breast cancer clinical studies by extending data collection and follow-up. This funding mechanism emphasizes the importance of patient participation and addresses challenges from early trial terminations. Notably, applications must include two breast cancer consumer advocates and can feature either a single Principal Investigator or a duo. This initiative seeks to improve outcomes through comprehensive data analysis and patient engagement.
Breast Cancer

DoW Breast Cancer, Breakthrough Award Levels 1 and 2 (363670)

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $750,000 - US $3,350,000
The FY26 Breast Cancer Research Program's Breakthrough Award supports transformative research aimed at significant advancements in breast cancer treatment. This award offers various funding levels, including Population Science Studies, allowing for innovative approaches that can lead to clinical applications. Each application must align with overarching BCRP challenges, ensuring a focus on impactful research. The program acknowledges both individual and collaborative Principal Investigators, emphasizing the importance of timely submissions to avoid administrative issues.
Breast Cancer

Translational Research in Maternal and Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) is set to renew a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) focused on advancing translational research in maternal and pediatric pharmacology. This initiative aims to enhance precision medicine by developing innovative tools and therapeutics for pregnant and lactating women, infants, and children. The goal is to improve the safety and efficacy of medications while ensuring effective patient-provider communications. Applications are not currently being solicited.
Pharmacology Children’s Health & Pediatrics Women's Health +1 more

Senator Paul D. Wellstone Muscular Dystrophy Specialized Research Centers (MDSRC)

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The Senator Paul D. Wellstone Muscular Dystrophy Specialized Research Centers (MDSRC) program is designed to enhance research on muscular dystrophy through a collaborative, center-based approach. By fostering interdisciplinary projects and providing essential training for emerging scientists, the MDSRCs aim to drive innovation in both basic and clinical research. Engaging patient and advocacy communities is a key component, ensuring research is patient-centered and informed by real-world needs. This initiative is supported by various legislative authorities.
Muscular Dystrophy

Multimodal AI to Accelerate Precision Medicine for Type 1 Diabetes (U01- Clinical Trials Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The National Institutes of Health is funding a groundbreaking project to enhance our understanding of Type 1 diabetes (T1D) through multimodal AI. This initiative aims to integrate diverse datasets to explore the interactions of biological processes in T1D development. By leveraging advanced AI models, the research will uncover critical insights, identify biomarkers, and pave the way for personalized medicine approaches, ultimately improving prevention and treatment strategies for this complex disease.
Diabetes

Single Cell Opioid Responses in the Context of HIV (SCORCH) Program: Phase 2

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The SCORCH Program: Phase 2 aims to enhance the understanding of single cell biology in the context of HIV and Substance Use Disorder (SUD). Building on previous research, this initiative will explore new single cell approaches to investigate the interactions between SUD and HIV progression at various biological levels. By leveraging advanced techniques, the program seeks to identify candidate mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets, ultimately contributing to innovative solutions for SUDs and HIV-related challenges.
HIV / AIDS

Modernizing Violent Death and Suicide Surveillance Using the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS)

Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $966,085
The National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) is a crucial surveillance initiative by the CDC aimed at understanding violent deaths and suicides. This funding opportunity supports state and local entities in modernizing NVDRS, enhancing data collection and reporting processes. Key activities include timely data updates, modernization assessments, and pilot projects for improved data systems. The goal is to create a sustainable national surveillance system that provides reliable data to inform public health actions and enhance violence and suicide prevention efforts.
Computer Science & Engineering Suicide Prevention Violence Prevention

Team and Club Support

The Usa Track & Field Foundation Inc
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About USA Track & Field Foundation Inc

The USA Track & Field Foundation was established in 2002. Our Foundation provides a means to attract and guide funds to new and innovative track & field programs, with an emphasis on providing opportunities for youth and elite athletes.

Mission: 

To support the development of emerging elite athletes, while fostering integration within the broader track & field community. To facilitate the physical, educational, social and character development of youth track & field athletes and to help prepare them to mature and succeed in adult life.Team and Club SupportThe USA Track & Field Foundation may be able to provide support to certain Elite Track & Field / Running clubs in the US.

Sports & Athletics

She Plus Foundation Grants

She Plus Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

About She+ Foundation The SHE+ Foundation, formerly known as The Patty Brisben Foundation for Women’s Sexual Health, was founded by Patty Brisben in 2005 after she recognized the profound need for a movement to address the too often ignored aspects of women’s sexual health. The SHE+ Foundation is committed to changing the narrative. We are here to advocate, educate, and fund research that advances the understanding and treatment for women’s sexual health, and improves quality of life for all women.Mission: Our mission is to advance women's sexual health and well-being through groundbreaking research, comprehensive education, and unwavering support. We strive to eradicate stigma, empower women with knowledge, and ensure equitable access to quality healthcare for all, regardless of socioeconomic status, race, or geography.About She+ Foundation GrantWe fund a wide range of projects that align with our mission to advance women's sexual health. This includes:

  • Research Studies: Clinical and academic research aimed at understanding and improving women's sexual health.
  • Educational Programs: Initiatives that provide education and awareness on topics related to women's sexual health.
  • Community Outreach: Programs that engage and support local communities, offering resources and support for women's sexual health.
  • Innovative Treatments: Development and implementation of new treatments and therapies for women's sexual health issues.

Women's Health

Patricia A. Bard Nursing Scholarship

Community Foundation for Muskegon County
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

At the Community Foundation for Muskegon County, we work with donors, grantees, and advisors to address key community issues.

Patricia A. Bard Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship has been made possible by the generosity of Doug Bard, who established the Patricia A. Bard Nursing Scholarship of the Community Foundation for Muskegon County. Pat Bard, a wife, mother, grandmother, business-woman, travel agent, teacher, and friend, passed away on May 21, 2010. Doug and Pat had talked of a scholarship in the past, and, toward the end of her fight against cancer, together chose the field of nursing as the focus. While Pat's career involved the world of business and travel, she and Doug both experienced first-hand the impact that caring, well-trained nurses can make. The scholarship in her name will make an impact, too, on the opportunities available to nursing students.

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Betsy L. Bertoli Scholarship

Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $250

Betsy L. Bertoli Scholarship

Academic Focus:

  • Accounting or business administration/management

Award Average:

  • $250

For Torrington High School graduating seniors who plan to pursue a career in accounting or business administration/management at the university level and have had at least one successful high school semester of accounting.

Education - Higher Education Business Education

DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Translational Research Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $2,160,000
The DoW Spinal Cord Injury Translational Research Award supports innovative research to transform promising spinal cord injury findings into clinical applications. It features an Early-Career Partnership Option, requiring at least one early-career principal investigator. Collaborations with SCI community partners are essential for providing guidance throughout the project. This funding opportunity aims to enhance the effectiveness of spinal cord injury interventions and improve patient outcomes.
Spinal Cord Injuries

DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Clinical Translation Research Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $2,000,000 - US $2,100,000
The FY26 Spinal Cord Injury Research Program Clinical Translation Research Award funds innovative clinical research aimed at bridging the gap to larger clinical trials. It focuses on accelerating the application of new techniques and improving patient outcomes through effective diagnosis and rehabilitation strategies. Key features include an Early-Career Partnership Option for principal investigators and a requirement for community partner involvement, ensuring collaborative research that meets real-world needs.
Spinal Cord Injuries

DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Clinical Trial Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $4,960,000
The FY26 Spinal Cord Injury Research Program Clinical Trial Award supports innovative clinical trials aimed at significantly improving spinal cord injury treatment. This funding opportunity encourages collaboration by allowing two Principal Investigators, including an early-career investigator, to drive the research forward. Applicants must partner with at least two SCI community members, ensuring that the project is informed by lived experiences and community needs throughout its development and implementation.
Spinal Cord Injuries

DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Investigator-Initiated Research Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $960,000
The FY26 Spinal Cord Injury Research Program (SCIRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports innovative research aimed at enhancing patient care and quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries. This award encourages collaboration, allowing an Early-Career Partnership Option for two Principal Investigators, where one must be an early-career investigator. Focused on impactful research from basic to translational science, this opportunity is crucial for advancing SCI knowledge and interventions.
Spinal Cord Injuries

Melanoma Research Program Focused Program Award – Rare Melanomas

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $2,800,000
The FY26 Melanoma Research Program Focused Program Award for Rare Melanomas supports multidisciplinary research initiatives aimed at addressing critical questions in rare melanomas. This award requires collaboration between an Initiating Principal Investigator and up to two Partnering PIs, with the inclusion of a rare melanoma survivor or patient advocate in the project team. Approximately $5.6M is allocated to fund two awards, each capped at $2.8M, over a maximum performance period of four years.
Skin Cancers

Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $770,000
The Melanoma Research Program Melanoma Academy Scholar Award supports early career investigators within seven years of their initial faculty appointment. This unique virtual academy fosters collaboration among established researchers and Scholars, focusing on research and career potential in melanoma. With approximately $1.54M allocated to fund two Scholar Awards, each capped at $0.77M, the maximum performance period is three years, and funding is expected to be available until September 30, 2032.
Skin Cancers

Melanoma Research Program Survivorship Research Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $2,040,000
The FY26 Melanoma Research Program Survivorship Research Award aims to enhance the well-being of melanoma survivors through innovative research. This funding opportunity supports studies that prioritize quality of life, involving melanoma survivors or their families as collaborators. With approximately $2.04M available, two awards of up to $1.02M each will be granted for research over a maximum period of three years. Applications must be submitted by September 30, 2027, to be funded with FY26 resources.
Skin Cancers

Melanoma Research Program Idea Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $560,000
The FY26 Melanoma Research Program Idea Award encourages innovative and high-risk research to advance melanoma treatment. With a budget of approximately $5.6M for 10 awards, each grant can fund up to $0.56M over a maximum of 2 years. The program aims to support projects that establish proof of principle and generate preliminary data for future funding opportunities. Notably, preliminary data is discouraged, and applicants must receive an invitation to submit a full application after the pre-application stage.
Skin Cancers

Melanoma Research Program Team Science Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $2,100,000
The FY26 Melanoma Research Program Team Science Award promotes collaborative, hypothesis-driven research to enhance melanoma care. This funding supports multidisciplinary teams of two to three Principal Investigators (PIs) to tackle complex challenges in melanoma. With approximately $18.9M available, the program aims to fund nine projects with a maximum of $2.1M per award over three years. Awards will be made by September 30, 2027, using FY26 funds that expire on September 30, 2032.
Skin Cancers

DoW Military Burn, Technology/Therapeutic Development Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $1,600,000 - US $1,800,000
The FY26 Military Burn Research Program (MBRP) Technology/Therapeutic Development Award (TTDA) aims to translate promising preclinical findings into burn products for clinical use in challenging environments. This award supports the development of both tangible products, like medical devices, and knowledge products that enhance health outcomes. A new Mentorship Option encourages collaboration between experienced researchers and junior scientists, fostering the next generation of leaders in military burn care research.
Burn Care

DoW Military Burn, Discovery Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $200,000
The FY26 Military Burn Research Program (MBRP) Discovery Award aims to support groundbreaking research in combat-relevant burn care. This award encourages innovative and exploratory studies that provide new insights and foundational data for future clinical research. The focus is on novel approaches that lay the groundwork for scientific advancements and product development in burn care, ensuring robust preliminary data generation for subsequent research initiatives.
Burn Care

DoW Military Burn, Patient-Centered Research Award

US DOD: U.S. Army Medical Command
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $1,600,000 - US $1,800,000
The DoW Military Burn, Patient-Centered Research Award aims to enhance the implementation of burn care research into clinical practice for military settings. The FY26 program supports clinical trials and research that directly benefit burn patients in resource-limited environments, fostering collaborations between experienced researchers and junior scholars. This initiative addresses critical gaps in combat burn care, ensuring effective interventions and guidelines are developed and utilized in operational battlespaces.
Burn Care

Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant Program: Option Two

Illinois Department of Natural Resources
State/Local Government
Illinois
Up to US $2,000

IDNR Mission Statement

To manage, conserve and protect Illinois' natural, recreational and cultural resources, further the public's understanding and appreciation of those resources, and promote the education, science and public safety of Illinois' natural resources for present and future generations.

Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant

Purpose

Projects must emphasize student/youth involvement with planning, development and maintenance and increase the educational and wildlife habitat values of the site. The applicant must be prepared to maintain and commit resources to the project for at least five years. The project must be implemented on school grounds or another public place (for example, a park or nature center/forest preserve district land). Illinois Conservation Foundation sites and Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) sites do not qualify for funding. Admission fees cannot be charged to obtain access to the site. Individual student projects will not be funded.

The Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant includes three options: Option One; Option Two; and Option Three.

Option Two

Option Two is for all other projects. Habitat projects may include, but not be limited to, the following activities:

  • enhance or establish and maintain a schoolyard prairie plot,
  • butterfly garden,
  • rain garden,
  • wetland,
  • native tree arboretum,
  • nesting platform or watering station;
  • design and build a bird feeder or feeding station; or
  • construct and install bat roosting boxes.

Vegetable gardens are not eligible for this grant.

This grant will pay for the purchase of simple gardening tools such as child- and adult-sized gloves, spades, shovels, rakes, trowels and hoes. Tool costs shall not account for more than 25% of the total project cost.

Horticulture & Gardening Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration

Good Samaritan Scholarship

The Community Foundation Of Southern New Mexico
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Mission & Vision

Mission:

The Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico serves as a community resource, connects donors to needs, and supports charitable organizations in their work.

Vision:

A community connected to the resources it needs to thrive.

Your Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico (CFSNM) serves as a vehicle for people of all means to make a lasting impact on quality of life in our region now and in the future. Our organization is supported by a broad base of individuals, families, corporations, and institutions connected by the desire to improve Southern New Mexico. We manage over 300 endowments, including 48 non-profit organizational endowments in Southern New Mexico, and are home to over 40 scholarships and nine annual grant cycles. As a center for charitable giving we support the arts, feed the hungry, expand literacy, improve health, and support countless other meaningful causes in the twelve counties including: Catron, Chaves, Doña Ana, Eddy, Grant, Hidalgo, Lea, Lincoln, Luna, Otero, Sierra & Socorro. 

Apply for a Scholarship

Your CFSNM offers scholarships that support students from all walks and stages of life in pursuing various avenues of their educational and professional journeys. 

With a wide range of categories, your CFSNM offers scholarships for everyone including, but not limited to:

  • BiPOC
  • Students with disabilities
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Healthcare
  • Volunteerism
  • CTE, Trade, Vocational
  • In-state and out-of-state
  • All degree paths for undergraduate to post-grad
  • Students returning to school

Good Samaritan Scholarship

To support students pursuing a degree in nursing, social work or certified nursing

Education - Higher Education Nursing

Juan Diego Guadiana Legacy Foundation Scholarship

The Community Foundation Of Southern New Mexico
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Juan Diego Guadiana Legacy Foundation Scholarship supports students from Las Cruces High School or Doña Ana County, especially those affected by cancer treatment or pursuing health-related fields. This scholarship is open to various backgrounds, including BiPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. The foundation aims to empower students at different educational stages, ensuring they have the resources necessary to thrive in their academic and professional journeys.
Education - Higher Education Cancer / Oncology Kinesiology & Sports Medicine +2 more

Fulton County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Illinois

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Illinois?

Grants are most commonly $104,222.

$104,222

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Fulton County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Illinois awarded a total of 104,158 grants.

2022 97,582

2023 97,805

2024 104,158

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Fulton County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Illinois, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Fulton County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by 16.08%.

2022 $8,503,243,276

2023 $9,316,300,812
9.56%

2024 $10,813,952,832
16.08%

Illinois Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Cook County, Lake County, and Macon County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Cook County $6,893,460,213
Lake County $720,580,526
Macon County $544,478,272
Champaign County $541,704,331
Dupage County $496,099,366

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