Aim High Grant Program: Two-Year Grants
New York Life Foundation
Corporate
United States
US $100,000
The Aim High Grant Program, funded by the New York Life Foundation, offers 15 two-year grants of $100,000 each to support out-of-school time programs that assist middle school students in their transition to high school. This initiative addresses chronic absenteeism and promotes educational attainment in low-income communities, enhancing the cognitive, social, and emotional development of youth. By fostering skills necessary for academic success, the program aims to create brighter futures for participants.
After School / Summer Educational Programs
Education - Middle School
Student Retention & Drop-Out Prevention
NBO Foundation - Education Committee Grants
Nicholas B. Ottaway Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Nicholas B. Ottaway Foundation offers grants through its Education Committee to support programs enhancing educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged students. These grants focus on initiatives like tutoring, college preparation, and internship programs. To qualify, organizations must be tax-exempt under 501(c)(3). Preference is given to projects that provide ongoing support to students post-graduation, particularly in specific geographic areas such as San Diego County and the New York Metropolitan Area.
After School / Summer Educational Programs
Tutoring & Mentoring
Standardized Testing Services
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AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science
American Association for the Advancement of Science
Association/Society
United States
US $5,000
The AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science recognizes outstanding early-career scientists and engineers for their significant contributions to public engagement in science. Established in 2010, the award includes a $5,000 prize, a plaque, and recognition at the AAAS Annual Meeting. Eligible nominees must be actively conducting research in STEM fields and demonstrate engagement beyond their job responsibilities, with one awardee chosen annually.
Science Communications
Citizen Science
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
Newspaper Digitization Grant
Tocker Foundation
Private
Texas
Unspecified amount
The Tocker Foundation, established in 1964, focuses on supporting small, rural Texas libraries with populations under 12,000. Their Newspaper Digitization Grant aims to preserve local historical documents, ensuring that communities retain their heritage. A notable success was the partnership with the Ed and Hazel Richmond Public Library, which digitized old newspapers at risk of being lost due to flooding. Applications for the grant are accepted year-round, reflecting the foundation's commitment to accessible historical preservation.
Historical Records & Archives
Library Automation Grant
Tocker Foundation
Private
Texas
Unspecified amount
The Tocker Foundation supports rural public libraries in Texas through its Library Automation Grant. Established in the 1960s, the Foundation addresses the resource scarcity in communities with populations of 12,000 or less. Grants cover the costs of software subscriptions, data migration, and training for automated library systems, helping libraries modernize their operations and integrate these expenses into their budgets over five years.
Library Services
WNAN Natural History Research Grant
Western North American Naturalist
Corporate
Alaska, Arizona +23 more
Up to US $2,500
The WNAN Natural History Research Grant supports research in biological natural history within western North America. Grants of up to $2,500 are available for five authors to assist with travel, supplies, and other research-related expenses. This initiative particularly encourages applicants from institutions where research is not the primary focus, aiming to foster diverse contributions to natural history.
Ecology
Zoology
Population Biology
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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
Globe Life Texas Rangers Baseball and Softball Grant Program
Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation
Private
Arkansas, Louisiana +3 more
Unspecified amount
The Globe Life Texas Rangers Baseball and Softball Grant Program supports nonprofit baseball and softball initiatives across five states, including Texas and Arkansas. This program aims to enhance youth sports by providing funding for essential needs such as field renovations, equipment, and uniforms. Since 2012, it has awarded over $1.1 million to more than 150 organizations, ensuring children have access to the joy and community of sports. Grants are available to 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth aged 18 and under.
Baseball & Softball
The Astros Foundation Grant Program
The Astros Foundation
Private
Texas
Unspecified amount
The Astros Foundation Grant Program supports youth sports and education initiatives, aiming to uplift communities by addressing issues like childhood cancer and domestic violence. As the official charity of the Houston Astros, it aids local 501(c)3 nonprofits that focus on youth baseball/softball, literacy, and military recognition. With a commitment to reducing homelessness, the foundation engages fans to drive positive change in the community, ensuring all programs align with its mission of quality of life enhancement.
Baseball & Softball
Military & Veterans Services
Pediatric Cancers
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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
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
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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
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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
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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
Swantz Family Foundation Grant
Swantz Family Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000
The Swantz Family Foundation Grant aims to support innovative nonprofit organizations that reconnect young people with nature. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) exempt, and grants are typically awarded for one year, with some exceptions for multi-year funding. Recipients are required to submit a final report detailing project activities and the use of funds within 12 months. The foundation may recover funds if misused, ensuring accountability and effective use of resources.
Environmental Education
Moody Foundation Grant
Moody Foundation
Private
Texas
Unspecified amount
The Moody Foundation Grant supports charitable projects in Texas, focusing on innovative ideas that foster long-term community improvements. Eligible recipients include registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits, governmental entities, and certain supporting organizations. The Foundation prioritizes grants for education, health, arts, and social services, particularly in underserved areas like Galveston, Austin, and Dallas. Applicants should anticipate a twelve-month process from inquiry to funding decision, as the Foundation carefully reviews each proposal.
Art & Culture
Religion & Spirituality
Human & Social Services
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New York Life Foundation Grief Reach Grants: Capacity Building Cycle
National Alliance for Children's Grief (NACG)
Private
United States
US $15,000
The New York Life Foundation Grief Reach Grants aim to enhance the capacity of nonprofit organizations serving grieving children. This program, offered in partnership with the National Alliance for Children's Grief, provides $15,000 grants over one year to support internal improvements like organizational development and strategic collaborations. The initiative focuses on strengthening infrastructure and sustainability, ensuring that children have the resources they need to cope with loss effectively.
Children’s Mental Health
Social / Emotional Learning & Development
Bereavement / Grief Services
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Emergent Fund Grant
Emergent Fund
Association/Society
United States
US $10,000 - US $30,000
The Emergent Fund Grant, established in 2016, supports BIPOC-led social justice movements through rapid response funding. It addresses urgent community needs by providing low-barrier grants to organizations facing crises such as family separation and systemic oppression. The fund prioritizes initiatives that foster Black liberation, multiracial solidarity, and empower communities to build transformative power. By investing in innovative strategies, the Emergent Fund aims to challenge oppressive structures and advance social justice, ensuring that impacted communities are at the forefront of their own advocacy.
Social Justice / Human Rights
Civic Engagement & Education
Minority Services
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PEDIGREE Foundation: Dogs Rule Grant
PEDIGREE Foundation
Corporate
United States
US $100,000
The PEDIGREE Foundation: Dogs Rule Grant aims to support innovative initiatives that enhance dog adoption rates in the U.S. Established in 2008, the foundation focuses on organizations that improve care for dogs in shelters and rescues. Grants are available to 501(c)(3) organizations with a commitment to creating best practices for increasing adoptions. The program requires a manual or toolkit to be developed and shared with the animal welfare community to ensure sustainability and broader impact.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets
Fisher Service Award
Fisher House Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Fisher Service Award, sponsored by the Fisher House Foundation and Military Times Foundation, recognizes innovative programs that enhance the lives of military and veteran communities. This annual award allocates $400,000 to top nonprofits, with each winner receiving an additional $50,000 advertising package from Military Times. Organizations must be 501(c) nonprofits and demonstrate the positive impact of their programs on veterans and their families. More details can be found in the FAQ.
Military & Veterans Services