Best Grants for Computers for Nonprofits

The John and Susan Dewan Foundation Grant aims to support charitable organizations that provide direct services to individuals in poverty, primarily in Chicago and its suburbs. Grants typically do not exceed $2,500 and are awarded for one year, with potential for renewal. The foundation prioritizes public charities with 501(c)(3) status and focuses on projects that empower individuals to improve their circumstances. Special consideration is given to smaller organizations and those addressing climate change.

Inatai Foundation

Inatai Foundation is a 501(c)(4) serving and accountable to leaders and organizations with bold visions who are building power in racially diverse communities across Washington state. Our vision begins with them: their ideas, solutions, and dreams for transformational change.

As a foundation, we channel the funding, influence, and information we have to the leaders and organizations rooted in and led by the communities we answer to, so they have the resources, power, and opportunity they need to bring their visions to life.

Campaigns, Litigation, Issues & Policy (CLIP) Fund

The Campaigns, Litigation, Issues & Policy (CLIP) Fund supports Washington organizations and coalitions engaging in community-led, issue-based campaigns—both active and forthcoming—that can shape policy for a more just and equitable future.

As a 501(c)(4) organization working to advance equity and racial justice across Washington, we know that this work is inherently political, and we know that there are diverse leaders working to shift the political landscape in every community.

That’s why CLIP funding offers flexible support and partnership that community-led campaigns need to build and exercise their political power. 

Campaigns We Fund

Below are examples of campaign activity that CLIP supports:

• Ballot Measures and Initiaves: Campaigns in support of or opposition to state and local ballot measures and initiatives that impact communities’ power.
• Litigation: Legal actions by local campaigns to protect and create rights and advance power-building efforts of Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, and other communities of color.
• Legislative Advocacy: Ensuring that communities’ expertise is factored into decision-making in Olympia on the policies and issues that matter most to them.
• Grassroots Organizing Around a Campaign: Activating community support around elections, legislative activity, and other pivotal moments that inform and impact policy on specific issues.
• Polling and Research: Advancing campaign strategy by better understanding the perspectives of the electorate and how to educate them about policy issues.

The MD Animal Waste Technology Grants, established by the Maryland Department of Agriculture, support innovative technologies for managing animal waste. These grants aim to reduce nutrient runoff into local waterways and promote sustainable farming practices. By funding projects that transform waste into valuable products or energy, the program not only aids farmers in meeting environmental goals but also enhances their economic viability. This initiative is part of Maryland's commitment to restoring the Chesapeake Bay's health by 2025.

The Lydie T. Shufro Summer Research Fellowship at the Albright Institute of Archaeological Research offers a $3,000 stipend for one month of research in Jerusalem. Open to doctoral and senior scholars of all nationalities, it requires residency at the Institute from June 1 to August 31, 2027. The fellowship supports various fields related to Near Eastern studies and promotes diversity in research while emphasizing the importance of continuous engagement with the region's historical context.

The Carthage Community Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations and IRS-approved entities serving the Carthage area. This initiative aims to enhance community life through innovative projects in key areas such as health, education, arts, and nutrition. Applicants must provide a detailed budget and can only apply once for funding. Grants should be utilized within one year, ensuring impactful use of resources for community development.

The Bushrod H. Campbell and Adah F. Hall Charity Fund supports initiatives addressing the needs of the elderly, education for underserved youth, and social services for vulnerable populations in Greater Boston. Additionally, it funds reproductive health projects both locally and for US-based nonprofits operating internationally. Grants are administered by Hemenway & Barnes LLP, focusing on impactful local programs while also considering international reproductive health issues.

Impact 100 Hunterdon Grant empowers women to award transformative grants of $100,000 in Hunterdon County. Established in Spring 2023, this initiative focuses on diverse local women's engagement to foster positive social change. Key areas of funding include arts, education, environment, health, and family support, ensuring that grants significantly benefit the local community. Eligibility requires projects to be completed within three years, fostering impactful collaborations among community members.

The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), promotes active research participation among undergraduate students across various research areas. It supports two mechanisms: REU Sites, which engage multiple students in ongoing research, and REU Supplements, which enhance existing NSF-funded projects. Participants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents, and each REU opportunity has its unique application process.

Efficiency Maine Trust 

The Efficiency Maine Trust (Efficiency Maine) is the independent, quasi-state agency established to plan and implement energy efficiency programs in Maine. Through its suite of nationally recognized programs, Efficiency Maine provides consumer information, marketing support, demonstration pilots, discounts, rebates, loans, and other initiatives to promote high-efficiency equipment and operations that help Maine’s homes, businesses, and institutions reduce their energy costs and lower their greenhouse gas emissions. The result is job growth, better grid reliability, improved energy independence, a stronger local economy, and progress toward meeting the State’s climate change goals. Efficiency Maine is governed by a Board of Trustees with oversight from the Maine Public Utilities Commission.

Commercial and Industrial (C&I) Custom Program

The C&I Custom Program incentivizes tailored energy efficiency and distributed generation projects that require site-specific engineering analyses and/or projects with energy conservation measures that are not otherwise covered by the C&I Prescriptive Program incentives.

Examples of customers who have participated in the C&I Custom Program include hospitals, manufacturers, universities, commercial bakeries, food processors, office complexes, and data centers.

The C&I Custom Program includes: 1) Custom Efficiency Projects; 2) Custom Distributed Generation Projects; 3) Energy Storage System Projects; 4) Compressed Air Leak Surveys; 5) Technical Assistance; 6) School Decarbonization Technical Assistance; 7) Scoping Audits 

Scoping Audits

Efficiency Maine offers free scoping audits to eligible businesses that have the potential to develop a qualifying project under the C&I Custom Program. These scoping audits provide businesses with the opportunity to get a professional consultation on their facility’s specific energy use and identify cost-effective energy efficiency projects that will reduce operating expenses.

Thunderbirds Charities, established in 1986, aims to enhance the quality of life in Arizona communities by supporting at-risk youth, education, and families in need. They provide grants generated from the Waste Management Phoenix Open. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in the Greater Phoenix area, while ineligible organizations include those with less than three years of 501(c)(3) status and those that discriminate or engage in political advocacy.

The Skillman Foundation's President's Discretionary Fund offers annual grants between $2,500 and $10,000 to 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Detroit youth. This $1M fund supports innovative, one-time projects or pilot programs that enhance education, health, and community services, while also addressing systemic issues. Grants are not intended for ongoing support, and eligibility includes tax-exempt status. Stay informed about future funding opportunities by subscribing to the Foundation's newsletter.

Mission

The Bill Graham Memorial Foundation, was formed in January of 2008 in memory of the legendary rock impresario, Bill Graham. The foundation is a public charity that is funded through individual and corporate contributions and grants.

The Foundation is guided by a broad-based group which includes Bill’s sons, several former long-time employees of Bill Graham Presents and other community leaders.

The Mission of the Bill Graham Memorial Foundation is the administration of grants primarily in the areas of music, the arts and education while also supporting social work, environmental protection and spiritual and compassionate projects in the community. The Foundation also organizes and implements education and outreach programs, exhibitions and other events and projects in like areas which carry Bill Graham’s life story forward and keep his spirit of philanthropy alive.

Efficiency Maine Trust 

The Efficiency Maine Trust (Efficiency Maine) is the independent, quasi-state agency established to plan and implement energy efficiency programs in Maine. Through its suite of nationally recognized programs, Efficiency Maine provides consumer information, marketing support, demonstration pilots, discounts, rebates, loans, and other initiatives to promote high-efficiency equipment and operations that help Maine’s homes, businesses, and institutions reduce their energy costs and lower their greenhouse gas emissions. The result is job growth, better grid reliability, improved energy independence, a stronger local economy, and progress toward meeting the State’s climate change goals. Efficiency Maine is governed by a Board of Trustees with oversight from the Maine Public Utilities Commission.

Commercial and Industrial (C&I) Custom Program

The C&I Custom Program incentivizes tailored energy efficiency and distributed generation projects that require site-specific engineering analyses and/or projects with energy conservation measures that are not otherwise covered by the C&I Prescriptive Program incentives.

Examples of customers who have participated in the C&I Custom Program include hospitals, manufacturers, universities, commercial bakeries, food processors, office complexes, and data centers.

The C&I Custom Program includes: 1) Custom Efficiency Projects; 2) Custom Distributed Generation Projects; 3) Energy Storage System Projects; 4) Compressed Air Leak Surveys; 5) Technical Assistance; 6) School Decarbonization Technical Assistance; 7) Scoping Audits 

Technical Assistance

Efficiency Maine’s Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Custom Program offers incentives for Technical Assistance Studies to those customers that have already identified a project but need engineering services before it can be implemented. Efficiency Maine may provide 50% of the cost of an approved Technical Assistance Study up to $25,000.

For a project to be eligible for Technical Assistance funding, Efficiency Maine must confirm that its implementation is likely to be eligible for a C&I Custom Program incentive award.

The Nourishment Focus Area Grant by the Quimby Family Foundation supports Maine-based nonprofits that promote human wholeness through community engagement and education in regional, plant-based food choices. Grants range from $2,500 to $25,000, with a focus on empowering people to choose healthier, sustainable food options. The foundation prioritizes organizations demonstrating community-rooted values and aims to address disparities in access to nutritious foods.

The NH Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program offers financial assistance to eligible municipalities for planning and transformative projects aimed at improving community viability. Grants support public facilities, affordable housing, economic development, and microenterprise initiatives, prioritizing low and moderate-income populations. With a focus on innovative solutions and partnerships, the program encourages municipalities to address pressing community needs effectively. The funding is administered by the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority and is available on a rolling basis until all funds are allocated.

The Antone & Edene Vidinha Charitable Trust Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations on Kauai, focusing on churches, hospitals, health organizations, and educational scholarships for Kauai students. This trust aims to enhance the lives of residents through various capital projects and tuition aid programs. Grants are not awarded to individuals or for ongoing maintenance projects, ensuring funds directly benefit the community.

The Investing in Our Future Grants by Erie Insurance aim to enhance educational outcomes in the Erie region by addressing poverty through quality education. With grants ranging from $25,000 to $150,000, the program focuses on two key areas: aligning instructional programming with out-of-school activities and ensuring school readiness. By supporting local nonprofits, Erie Insurance seeks to foster measurable changes that benefit students and their families, ultimately contributing to a more vibrant and sustainable community.

The Wyoming Department of Agriculture's Specialty Crop Block Grant Program aims to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops through marketing, research, and addressing industry challenges. Projects may include improving food safety, investing in research, supporting organic farming, and increasing access to specialty crops in underserved areas. This initiative promotes climate resilience and sustainable practices, encouraging innovation in the specialty crop sector to benefit local producers and communities.

The Nobbs Family Foundation Grant aims to empower disadvantaged youth and young adults in Southern California through education, scholarships, training, and mentoring. The Foundation prioritizes organizations that align with its mission and seeks to provide opportunities for individuals to achieve independence and self-sufficiency. Although unsolicited applications are not accepted, invited organizations may submit a Letter of Inquiry for potential funding. Grants are typically awarded for a single year to support program, operating, or capital expenses.

Jaws Youth Playbook

Jaws Youth Playbook (JYP) - formerly Jaws Youth Fund - is the foundation of Former Eagles QB and NFL Analyst, Ron Jaworski and his wife, Liz Jaworski. Our 501(c)(3) non-profit has been working hard to improve the overall health and wellness of at-risk youth in the Greater Philadelphia Region for 40+ years! We invest in our youth and their future through the building of playgrounds and ballfields, providing much needed sports equipment, supporting Summer Meals programs and healthy nutrition in underserved communities AND MORE!

Grants

Together as a Community, we can spread joy & change the lives of at-risk youth throughout our shared spirit of giving. Children do not have the choice of their zip code. We take great pride in providing underprivileged youth in the Greater Philadelphia area with access to much needed safe places to play, access to healthy food and programs to keep them on the right track. We strive to make our community healthier & happier for all.

What is the Grant?

A one-time grant between $500 – $25,000 for PROJECT-BASED resources (such as playgrounds, ball-fields, and community gardens) that enrich at-risk youths’ lives, giving them access to safe places to play and thrive!

The Beaufort-Hyde Community Foundation Grant, established in 2001, is an initiative of the North Carolina Community Foundation aimed at enhancing community life in Beaufort and Hyde counties. It provides annual grants to local nonprofit organizations that address community needs. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, local governments, and faith-based entities for social outreach, while ensuring no discrimination in services. The foundation fosters economic access and supports initiatives that promote community welfare.

The AIAR: Long-term Fellowships provide doctoral students with a unique opportunity to conduct research at the W.F. Albright Institute of Archaeological Research in Jerusalem. With a focus on Near Eastern studies, the fellowships support projects in various fields, including archaeology and anthropology. The program emphasizes continuous residency and encourages applications that engage with the pre-modern past. Awards are contingent on funding availability, with a stipend of $12,000 for a four-month residency.

The ROCORI Area Community Builder Grant, offered by CommunityGiving, aims to foster lasting, positive change in the ROCORI area. This grant supports various initiatives including education, social services, arts and culture, and civic engagement. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and government entities. The grant encourages collaborative efforts to enhance community impact, ensuring a sustainable investment in the quality of life for residents. Organizations can apply for funding for new programs, capital projects, and other strategic investments.

Trinity Grants: Neighborhood Support: Downtown Fund aims to enhance the emotional well-being of Lower Manhattan's communities. Launched in 2023, this program focuses on holistic support for families facing systemic challenges such as poverty and violence. By funding initiatives that promote education, health, and economic empowerment, the Downtown Fund seeks to alleviate toxic stress and foster resilience among children and families. Grants range from $500 to $10,000, supporting community-driven solutions.

The Weld Trust offers Rapid Response Grants of up to $25,000 for nonprofits, schools, and government entities in Weld County to address urgent health and safety needs. Applications are typically processed within 7-10 business days. Eligible projects may include essential items for emergency shelters or assistance for displaced individuals. This initiative aims to quickly support organizations tackling pressing issues in the community.

The Tom and Helen Tonkin Foundation Grant supports charitable, educational, and religious organizations that benefit the youth of Wyoming, particularly those in Casper facing challenges due to illness, injury, or poverty. Annually, the foundation awards 5 to 15 grants ranging from $2,000 to $50,000, with a preference for local organizations. This initiative aims to empower young individuals aged 6-21 by providing essential resources and support.

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Each year, Innovia awards over $500,000 in scholarships to deserving students like you who are college-bound or pursuing vocational or technical training. Single scholarship awards range between $500 and $10,000.

Diversity in Advertising Scholarship

The scholarship is open to Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color of all ages in Innovia's 20 county service region. The scholarship is intended for students studying Marketing, Advertising or Design with a career focus of Digital Marketing, Advertising, Design and/or Computer Science at any accredited institution. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement.

Special consideration will be given to those active in school activities, community service, and work experience. Previous recipients of this award are eligible to reapply.