Best Biology Grants in Hawaii

Hawaii biology and conservation nonprofits focused on marine and coastal ecosystems can seek support for biodiversity conservation and sustainable ecosystem management. Focused on marine and coastal biodiversity, Marisla Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations in Hawaii and other priority regions to apply, with indirect costs limited to 15% and only one application per organization each year.

Nonprofit organizations working on environmental conservation, education, justice, or sustainable development in Hawaii and across the Americas can apply for grants supporting projects in these areas. Mitsubishi Corporation Foundation for the Americas provides funding to U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations and their overseas equivalents, with possible preference where the corporation has a strong presence or volunteer opportunities.

U.S.-based research institutions and principal investigators with fully equipped labs can apply for Mathers Charitable Foundation grants to support basic life science research with translational potential. Projects in areas like immunology, microbiology, cancer biology, genetics, stem cells, and neuroscience may benefit, including biology-focused investigators in Hawaii working within eligible fields.

The Eppley Foundation for Research, established in 1947, supports advanced scientific research in chemistry, physics, and biology. It prioritizes innovative studies, particularly in medical investigations and climate change. The foundation does not fund social sciences or projects with ample existing financial support. Applicants must hold a PhD or MD and be associated with a nonprofit in the US. The foundation aims to foster groundbreaking research that is unlikely to be replicated elsewhere.

Nonprofit and academic organizations conducting organic agriculture research, education, or advocacy that includes biology-focused work in Hawaii can apply for US $5,000 - US $50,000. With a mission to protect and promote the organic industry, Organic Valley supports projects benefiting family organic farmers and advancing organic soil health and biology.

Nonprofit organizations planning environmental restoration, conservation, or sustainability demonstration projects in Hawaii and beyond can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 for seed funding, education, and innovative models. Foundation for Sustainability and Innovation supports projects such as sustainable agriculture, habitat preservation, community gardening, and related environmental initiatives that may advance biology-focused work.

Hospitals, universities, patient groups, and other U.S. 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), 501(c)(6), and not-for-profit organizations can receive funding for biology-related healthcare education, research, and public education activities in Hawaii. The Amgen Foundation provides donations supporting science, medicine, and healthcare, including fellowships, patient education, scholarships, and non-accredited medical or scientific meetings in key biomedical focus areas.

US-based health care institutions and medical education providers in Hawaii can seek support for independent medical education programs, conferences, and professional training. Grants from Boston Scientific Foundation help fund accredited or qualifying continuing medical education events, grand rounds, and related educational activities that advance medical and scientific knowledge at local, regional, and national levels.

Nonprofit and governmental organizations running humanitarian, social, education, science, or community programs in the U.S., including Hawaii, can seek donations and sponsorships that support charitable initiatives. Grants from Amgen Foundation help eligible 501(c)(3) charities and qualifying public entities, excluding members of the U.S. healthcare community, with nationwide or community-focused projects; apply at least three months before funds are needed.

Nonprofits, individuals, and research institutions working on animal welfare advocacy or biology-related research in Hawaii can seek up to US $200,000 for high-impact projects. With a mission to alleviate nonhuman animal suffering, Centre for Effective Altruism provides global funding for policy and corporate advocacy, movement-building, and research on farmed and wild animal well-being.