Stephanie Gorsh Memorial Scholarship
Quad Cities Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $800
The Stephanie Gorsh Memorial Scholarship offers up to $800 to students in need, specifically targeting graduates from Scott County, IA. Eligible applicants must enroll in an accredited two- or four-year institution or a trade school, demonstrate financial need, and have a minimum GPA of 2.25. Community service is also a key factor in the selection process. This scholarship is not renewable, making it a one-time financial aid opportunity.
Academic Scholarship Programs
College Success / Persistence
All Kids Play: Youth Sports Grant - Organization
All Kids Play
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The All Kids Play: Youth Sports Grant aims to support families and community-based organizations in low-income areas, ensuring access to recreational sports for children in grades K-12. This grant assists those who struggle to afford youth sports, providing essential funding on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible organizations must demonstrate budget constraints and operate in areas with high low-income student percentages, promoting inclusivity in youth sports participation.
Youth Services
Sports & Athletics
Education - K through 12
WAEF Scholarships - Danna Gebbers Guzman Memorial
Washington Apple Education Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The WAEF Scholarships, supported by the Washington Apple Education Foundation, offer over $1 million in educational awards to more than 300 students this year. These scholarships are primarily for individuals with ties to the tree fruit industry in Washington, with a special focus on the Danna Gebbers Guzman Memorial Scholarship, aimed at nursing students. Eligible recipients can use the funds at accredited institutions with nursing programs.
Agricultural Crops
Nursing
GSF: Gilead Research Scholars - Liver Disease- Primary Biliary Cholangitis US
Gilead Sciences Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $180,000
The Gilead Research Scholars Program focuses on innovative research in areas of unmet medical need, including Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC). Designed for early-stage investigators, it offers up to $180,000 in funding over two years to support projects addressing health inequities. The program prioritizes applicants from underrepresented groups and fosters diversity to enhance scientific progress. Successful candidates must demonstrate a commitment to research and have a mentor experienced in PBC.
Liver Disease
AbbVie Foundation Health Equity Accelerator
Abbvie Foundation
Corporate
United States
Up to US $60,000
The AbbVie Foundation Health Equity Accelerator seeks innovative solutions to enhance healthcare access for underserved communities. This program empowers nonprofit organizations by providing mentorship, resources, and financial support, including a $10,000 stipend for participants and a $50,000 grant for the best solution. By fostering community-led initiatives, the accelerator aims to address health disparities and improve the quality of care through tailored, grassroots approaches. Applications are encouraged from organizations rethinking care delivery models.
Patient Care & Services
Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health
Health Care Access & Delivery
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Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
Cleveland Cliffs Foundation
Private
Canada, United States
US $3,000
The Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program, administered by the Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation, offers a competitive scholarship of $3,000 annually for up to four years for undergraduate studies. This initiative recognizes exceptional academic and extracurricular achievements among high school students. Scholarships are available to those attending accredited colleges or universities in the U.S. or Canada, though children of Cleveland-Cliffs officers are ineligible. The program aims to enhance educational opportunities and support community growth.
Academic Scholarship Programs
NIDCR Drug, Biologic, Device and/or Procedure Intervention Clinical Trial Planning and Implementation Cooperative Agreement (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Required)
US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The NIDCR Drug, Biologic, Device and/or Procedure Intervention Clinical Trial Planning and Implementation Cooperative Agreement (UG3/UH3) is designed to support clinical trial planning and implementation for dental, oral, and craniofacial conditions. This funding opportunity encourages applications that propose innovative research strategies within the NIDCR mission. Key deadlines span from February 2025 to January 2028, with emphasis on milestone-driven planning phases leading into possible clinical trial phases.
Dental Health
Pharmacology
Drug Safety
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Rita Allen Foundation: Scholars Award in Pain
Rita Allen Foundation
Private
Canada, United States
US $150,000
The Rita Allen Foundation: Scholars Award in Pain supports early-career researchers in basic pain science. Established in 2009, it offers grants of $150,000 over three years to those investigating innovative pain mechanisms and analgesic development. Eligible candidates should be in the early stages of their faculty careers, demonstrating exceptional promise and a commitment to pain research. This award aims to enhance understanding and treatment of chronic pain, fostering impactful scientific advancements.
Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
Ken W. Davis Foundation Grant
Ken W Davis Foundation
Private
United States
More than US $10,000
The Ken W. Davis Foundation Grant provides essential funding to nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that align with the Foundation's mission of promoting basic human needs and education in line with Constitutional freedoms. With a minimum grant size of $2,500, the Foundation focuses on supporting human service organizations in Tarrant County, Texas, and the Permian Basin of West Texas and Southeast New Mexico, while also offering national support for grants related to Constitutional freedoms.
Governance & Democracy
Human & Social Services
Education System Policy & Reform
Apprenticeship Program
Alliance for California Traditional Arts
Private
United States
US $5,000
The ACTA Apprenticeship Program has been supporting California's cultural traditions for nearly 25 years by providing $5,000 contracts to mentor artists for intensive training of eligible apprentices. This program fosters the continuity of traditional arts through one-on-one mentorship, culminating in public presentations and documentation of the learning process. Eligible applicants must submit a collaborative application, demonstrating commitment and quality in their respective art forms. This initiative not only preserves cultural practices but also enhances community engagement.
Art & Culture
Art Education
Igor Gorin Memorial Award
Community Foundation for Southern Arizona
Private
United States
Up to US $12,000
The Igor Gorin Memorial Award, established in 1993 by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, honors the legacy of Igor Gorin by supporting aspiring vocalists. With $382,000 awarded to 49 young talents, this fund provides unrestricted financial assistance for coaching, travel, and auditions. The 2026 award offers up to $12,000, aimed at those overcoming financial barriers to pursue operatic careers, ensuring that exceptional vocalists can thrive in their artistic journeys.
Opera
Community Collaboration Challenge
National Partnership for Student Success
Association/Society
United States
US $5,000 - US $10,000
Community Collaboration Challenge
Applications for the 2026 Community Collaboration Challenge are now open! With support from the Leon Lowenstein Foundation, the Challenge provides $5,000 – $10,000 awards to communities and is designed to support collaboration that expands and pilots evidence-based K-12 student supports in the form of high-impact tutoring, mentoring, student success coaching, postsecondary transition coaching, and/or wraparound/integrated student supports.
Tutoring & Mentoring
College Success / Persistence
Smart Family Fund
Smart Family Fund
Private
United States
US $25,000 - US $100,000
The Smart Family Fund is a private foundation dedicated to supporting early-stage non-profits that demonstrate the potential for scalable, positive impact. With grants ranging from $25,000 to $100,000, they aim to assist organizations in refining their models and preparing for larger investments. The foundation, guided by three brothers, focuses on mentoring and backing social entrepreneurs facing challenges in securing funding for innovative yet untested ideas, fostering a brighter future for communities.
All fields of work
Nonprofit Growth & Development
The Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellowship
Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown
Private
United States
More than US $2,500
The Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellowship supports emerging women writers with a fully funded 7-month residency at the Fine Arts Work Center. Established by the Rona Jaffe Foundation, it includes a $2,500 prize to assist with travel and living expenses. Eligible candidates must be U.S. residents, at least 18 years old, and not enrolled in a degree program during the fellowship year. This prestigious fellowship aims to nurture exceptional literary talent.
Writing & Literature
Limited Competition: Renewal of Existing NINDS-Supported Clinical Trial Cooperative Agreement Awards (U01 - Clinical Trials Required)
US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
This funding opportunity invites renewal applications for existing NINDS-supported clinical trial cooperative agreements (U01) that require additional time and resources. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) expects applicants to request only what is necessary for trial completion, without introducing new aims. Discussions with NINDS prior to submission are encouraged. Eligible applications must be renewals of previously approved cooperative agreements under specified NIH funding announcements.
Neuroscience
Neurological Diseases & Disorders
Stroke
Pilot Projects Investigating Understudied Proteins Associated with Rare Diseases (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) (356879)
US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $100,000
This funding opportunity invites applications for pilot projects focused on understudied proteins linked to rare diseases. The goal is to generate preliminary data and tools related to these proteins, which belong to druggable families with known rare disease associations. By supporting innovative research, this initiative aims to facilitate the characterization of these proteins, ultimately contributing to advancements in understanding and treating rare diseases.
Human Genome & Genetics
Rare Diseases
Development of Biomarkers or Composite Biomarkers for Neurological and Neuromuscular Disorders (R61/R33 - Clinical Trial Optional)
US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) aims to advance the identification and evaluation of candidate biomarkers for neurological and neuromuscular disorders. By facilitating the clinical development of neurotherapeutics, the FOA encourages research that includes both animal studies and preliminary human evaluations. The ultimate goal is to produce biomarkers ready for rigorous analytical and clinical validation, enhancing the effectiveness of treatments in clinical practice.
Biomedical informatics
Neurological Diseases & Disorders
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Limited Competition: Basic Instrumentation Grant (BIG) Program (S10 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) (356887)
US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $300,000 - US $5,000,000
The Limited Competition: Basic Instrumentation Grant (BIG) Program offers funding to NIH-supported researchers for purchasing specialized instruments or integrated systems, with minimum awards of $25,000 and maximum awards reaching $350,000. Eligibility is restricted to institutions that have not received significant S10 funding in recent years. This program aims to enhance research capabilities by providing access to essential technology, thereby fostering scientific innovation and collaboration within the NIH community.
Biology
Health & Medicine
Medical Technology, Devices, and Equipment
Shared Instrumentation Grant (SIG) Program (S10 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) (356886)
US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
US $300,000 - US $5,000,000
The Shared Instrumentation Grant (SIG) Program supports NIH-funded investigators in acquiring high-cost, specialized instruments, with a minimum award of $50,000 and a maximum of $750,000. Eligible instruments include light microscopes, mass spectrometers, and DNA sequencers, among others. This program aims to enhance research capabilities by enabling the purchase or upgrade of essential equipment for scientific advancement.
Biology
Health & Medicine
Medical Technology, Devices, and Equipment
AMA Foundation Underrepresented in Medicine Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship
American Medical Association Foundation
Private
United States
US $10,000
The AMA Foundation's Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship, offering $10,000 in tuition assistance, is designed for medical students approaching their final year. This scholarship aims to support underrepresented groups in medicine, including African American, Latine, and Native American students, who are dedicated to serving underserved populations. Since 1950, the AMA Foundation has awarded over $61 million in scholarships, promoting diversity in the medical field.
Medical Education & Professional Training
AMA Foundation Section Involvement Grant Program
American Medical Association Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $1,500
The AMA Foundation Section Involvement Grant Program supports local campus section leaders at medical schools in enhancing student recruitment and engagement. Grants can provide up to $1,500 per year, with specific allocations for recruitment and community service activities. Examples of supported activities include organization fairs, public health lectures, and community workshops. This initiative aims to foster student involvement and empower local AMA sections to address important health topics within their communities.
Medical Education & Professional Training
Epidemiology & Public Health
Community Health Education
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Jonathan Larson Grants
American Theatre Wing Inc
Private
United States
US $10,000
The Jonathan Larson Grants provide essential support to emerging musical theatre artists, helping composers, lyricists, and librettists further their creative endeavors. Established in memory of Jonathan Larson, creator of the iconic musical "Rent," these grants empower artists to create impactful work that resonates with contemporary culture. The program, sustained by the American Theatre Wing and the Larson Family, encourages professional growth and artistic exploration without the limitations of specific projects.
Theater
Performing Arts
Writing & Literature
The Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative: University Scholarships
American Theatre Wing Inc
Private
United States
Up to US $10,000
The Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative: University Scholarships, by the American Theatre Wing, supports high school seniors from underrepresented backgrounds with a $10,000 annual scholarship for four years. This initiative addresses financial barriers for students pursuing theatre disciplines, including performance, design, and administration. Scholars are matched with mentors and gain exclusive opportunities such as master classes. This program aims to cultivate a diverse future in theatre, ensuring that talent is nurtured and accessible to all.
Theater
Community Health Aide Program: Tribal Planning and Implementation (356220)
Indian Health Service
Federal Government
United States
US $500,000 - US $750,000
The Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) aims to assist Tribes and Tribal Organizations in planning and implementing health services tailored to their unique needs. This initiative by the Indian Health Service promotes flexibility for Tribes across the contiguous 48 states to create effective health programs. By identifying key feasibility factors, the program seeks to enhance community health outcomes and support the establishment of sustainable healthcare solutions.
Indigenous Health Systems
Native American Services
Community Health Aide Program: Tribal Assessment and Planning
Indian Health Service
Federal Government
United States
US $250,000 - US $500,000
The Community Health Aide Program: Tribal Assessment and Planning aims to assist Tribes and Tribal Organizations in assessing the feasibility of implementing a Community Health Aide Program tailored to their unique community needs. This initiative, supported by the Indian Health Service, emphasizes regional flexibility and empowers Tribes to identify critical factors for successful program design, ensuring effective health solutions are delivered where they are most needed.
Indigenous Health Systems
Native American Services
WNDB: Internship Grant Program
We Need Diverse Books
Private
United States
US $3,000
The WNDB Internship Grant Program aims to support diverse students pursuing careers in publishing by offering 16 grants of $3,000 each. Given the high living costs in major publishing hubs, this program helps alleviate financial barriers, enabling interns to gain vital industry experience. Grantees are required to attend various events during the summer, including training and networking opportunities. By fostering diversity, WNDB contributes to a more inclusive publishing landscape, having supported over 140 students since its inception.
Writing & Literature
Apprenticeship & Internship Programs
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
WNDB: Walter Dean Myers Grant Program
We Need Diverse Books
Private
United States
US $2,000
The Walter Dean Myers Grant Program, established by We Need Diverse Books, offers $2,000 grants to promising unpublished diverse writers and illustrators. Aimed at enhancing their craft and supporting traditional publication pursuits, this initiative has awarded over 70 grants since 2015, resulting in nearly 60 published books and numerous literary accolades. Applicants must identify as diverse and be U.S. residents, working towards a career in children's literature.
Writing & Literature
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion