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ASPCA Spay/Neuter Grants: Special Projects

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
Private
United States
US $10,000 - US $100,000
The ASPCA is offering up to $14 million in Spay/Neuter Grants for shelters and clinics across the U.S. to enhance spay/neuter services for vulnerable animals. Proposals can address critical infrastructure needs and major capital projects to increase spay/neuter capacity. Only one application per organization is permitted, and applicants must choose one funding category. The focus is on compelling proposals that meet the most urgent needs.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund Grant

Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund
Association/Society
Canada, United States
Unspecified amount

The Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund

The Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund is a Princeton, New Jersey-based endowment fund providing grants to individuals, young adults who volunteer or intern for progressive social action projects or programs in an area of their interest and commitment. The Amy Adina Fund also sponsors a lecture each year on a relevant and timely topic related to its educational mission.

The Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund was started in 1987 one year after Amy Adina, 20, died suddenly while a student and activist at Rutgers University. It is a realization of her family and her communities’ desire to celebrate her life, to fulfill her dreams and her potential. Since its inception, almost 1,500 grants have been awarded for work in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and the United States—nearly $1,000,000 in total. The Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

About Our Grants

Small grants (depending on length of service), are awarded to as many applicants as possible rather than giving larger amounts to fewer individuals. The number of awards has grown each year thanks to annual contributions as well as to gifts sent to the Fund to honor special occasions and life cycle events.

Social Justice / Human Rights Environment Poverty Alleviation & Services +4 more

MPS Materials Research Programs (MPS Materials)

National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The MPS Materials Research Programs, funded by the National Science Foundation, aim to enhance the understanding of materials and their diverse applications. These programs cover areas such as biomaterials, ceramics, condensed matter physics, and electronic materials. With an emphasis on transformative research, NSF MPS encourages proposals that are innovative and foundational, without the necessity for immediate commercial outcomes, fostering long-term advancements in materials science.
Materials Science and Engineering

BJA FY 2026 The Kevin and Avonte Program: Reducing Injury and Death of Missing Individuals with Dementia and Developmental Disabilities

US Department of Justice: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $150,000
The BJA FY 2026 Kevin and Avonte Program aims to reduce the injuries and fatalities of individuals with dementia and developmental disabilities who wander from safe environments. This funding opportunity supports law enforcement and public safety agencies in implementing locative technologies to track missing individuals and develop programs that enhance safety and facilitate rescues, ultimately ensuring the well-being of vulnerable populations.
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease Community / Public Safety

ONR FY27 NOFO for Young Investigator Program

US DOD: Dept. of the Navy, Office of the Chief of Naval Research
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $750,000
The ONR FY27 Young Investigator Program invites cutting-edge research proposals in priority areas that align with the interests of ONR Program Officers. This federal funding opportunity aims to support innovative projects led by early-career researchers, fostering advancements in science and technology relevant to the Navy. Interested applicants can find detailed eligibility criteria and contact information on the ONR website, encouraging collaboration and engagement in impactful research.
Education - Higher Education Military Operations

Surveillance and Case Control Study of Stillbirth and Birth Defects (SUCCSSBD)

Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The Surveillance and Case Control Study of Stillbirth and Birth Defects (SUCCSSBD) aims to enhance the quality of birth defects and stillbirth surveillance in the U.S. By modernizing data collection through electronic case reporting, the initiative seeks to improve data quality and timeliness. The study will focus on identifying risk factors for birth defects and stillbirths, addressing a significant public health issue that affects thousands of pregnancies annually. CDC funding will support three key components in this effort.
Genetic Conditions & Birth Defects Data Science & Digital Information Systems

Preventing Violence Affecting Young Lives (PREVAYL 2.0)

Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The Preventing Violence Affecting Young Lives (PREVAYL 2.0) initiative aims to provide multiyear funding for state and local health departments to implement violence prevention strategies for adolescents and young adults. Key focuses include enhancing data-driven decision-making, building capacity for evidence-based strategies, integrating youth mental health support, fostering multisector collaborations, and prioritizing the prevention of various forms of violence, ensuring comprehensive support for youth development.
Domestic Violence Violence Prevention Gun Violence Prevention +1 more

Adoption Growth Grant: Cohort 1- Accelerating in-store Adoptions

PetSmart Charities
Private
American Samoa, Canada +5 more
Unspecified amount

PetSmart Charities

We’re proud to celebrate over 30 years of being the leading funder of animal welfare in communities across North America. Since 1994, we’ve granted over $600 million to change-making organizations that help transform the lives of pets and those who love them.

Our Mission: We make the world a better place for pets by investing in community partners that advocate and care for the well-being of pets and all who love them.

Adoption Growth Grants 

Purpose

Adoption Growth grants drive lifesaving outcomes by supporting successful, sustainable in-store adoption programs, events, and results in partnership with PetSmart stores.

Funding Support

Funding may be used for costs associated with building or enhancing your organization’s adoption program in partnership with PetSmart stores, including:

  • Staff positions supporting in-store adoption programs and events.
  • Marketing and advertising for in-store adoption programs.
  • Volunteer or foster support, incentives, and recruitment related to in-store adoption events.
  • Event supplies, including containment and enrichment materials.
  • Shelter software and technology needs.
  • Vehicle repairs or transportation to adoption events.
  • Innovative in-store adoption ideas and pilot programs.
  • Other costs directly associated with facilitating PetSmart adoptions and in-store events.

There are two Cohorts under this funding: Cohort 1-  Accelerating in-store adoptions; and Cohort 2: Capacity Building.

Cohort 1- Accelerating in-store Adoptions

Applicants must have completed 500 or more adoptions in a PetSmart store in the U.S. within the last 12 months.

Preference will be given to organizations that demonstrate a clear plan to expand an existing in-store adoption program or introduce new in-store adoption models that will increase adoptions.

Four Required Steps

Applicants must complete all four required steps below before submitting a grant application:

  • Step 1 - Watch the kick-off video and complete the Adoption Accessibility Questionnaire
  • Step 2 - Confirm eligibility and connect with your Adoptions Grant Manager: After completing the questionnaire, you will receive an email confirming your eligibility. Eligible partners will be invited to a call with their Adoptions Grant Manager to discuss the grant opportunity, expectations, and potential fit.
  • Step 3 - Engage your PetSmart store partners: Discuss your intent to apply, align on goals, and gain their commitment to support the success of your in-store adoption program.
  • Step 4-  Submit your application.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Friends of NRA: Capital Improvement Grants

Friends of NRA
Association/Society
United States
Unspecified amount

Friends of NRA

Friends of NRA is the National Rifle Association’s premier fundraising program, supporting the future of shooting sports. Since day one, Friends of NRA has been a 100% grassroots effort fueled by a united front to secure the Second Amendment and raise money for the shooting sports.

Committee volunteers are appointed to State Fund Committees to make recommendations for local grant funding in areas such as youth education, women-focused clinics, law enforcement training, hunter safety, range improvement, firearms and marksmanship training and safety. Recognizing the impact American youth has on the future of the shooting sports, State Fund Committees frequently recommend grants for youth programs, allocating the most significant portion of monies to this vital area.

Grant awards fund activities and support programs in the United States to promote firearms and hunting safety, to enhance marksmanship skills of those in the shooting sports, and to educate the public about firearms in their historic, technological and artistic context.

Friends of NRA: Capital Improvement Grants

Any request to support a project that seeks to improve a facility is considered a capital improvement. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Range improvements
  • Berm improvements
  • Clubhouse/Classroom facility improvements
  • Shelter structures/covered firing lines/pavilions
  • Road improvements
  • Commercial-grade trap machines (see section regarding trap machines, below)
  • Any other permanent improvement to an organization’s property or facility

The Grant Program considers requests for certain trap machines to be a capital improvement to the facility. Specifically, requests for commercial grade trap machines that have a capacity of 300 clays and up.

Sport Shooting Public Infrastructure

Adoption Growth Grant: Cohort 2 - Capacity Building

PetSmart Charities
Private
American Samoa, Canada +5 more
Unspecified amount

PetSmart Charities

We’re proud to celebrate over 30 years of being the leading funder of animal welfare in communities across North America. Since 1994, we’ve granted over $600 million to change-making organizations that help transform the lives of pets and those who love them.

Our Mission: We make the world a better place for pets by investing in community partners that advocate and care for the well-being of pets and all who love them.

Adoption Growth Grants 

Purpose

Adoption Growth grants drive lifesaving outcomes by supporting successful, sustainable in-store adoption programs, events, and results in partnership with PetSmart stores.

Funding Support

Funding may be used for costs associated with building or enhancing your organization’s adoption program in partnership with PetSmart stores, including:

  • Staff positions supporting in-store adoption programs and events.
  • Marketing and advertising for in-store adoption programs.
  • Volunteer or foster support, incentives, and recruitment related to in-store adoption events.
  • Event supplies, including containment and enrichment materials.
  • Shelter software and technology needs.
  • Vehicle repairs or transportation to adoption events.
  • Innovative in-store adoption ideas and pilot programs.
  • Other costs directly associated with facilitating PetSmart adoptions and in-store events.

There are two Cohorts under this funding: Cohort 1-  Accelerating in-store adoptions; and Cohort 2: Capacity Building.

Cohort 2: Capacity Building

Applicants must have completed at least one adoption in a PetSmart store within the last 12 months.

Preference will be given to organizations seeking to build a consistent, sustainable in-store adoption program. Applications should include a clear plan, with examples, for sustaining the program over time.

Four Required Steps

Applicants must complete all four required steps below before submitting a grant application:

  • Step 1 - Watch the kick-off video and complete the Adoption Accessibility Questionnaire
  • Step 2 - Confirm eligibility and connect with your Adoptions Grant Manager: After completing the questionnaire, you will receive an email confirming your eligibility. Eligible partners will be invited to a call with their Adoptions Grant Manager to discuss the grant opportunity, expectations, and potential fit.
  • Step 3 - Engage your PetSmart store partners: Discuss your intent to apply, align on goals, and gain their commitment to support the success of your in-store adoption program.
  • Step 4-  Submit your application.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Teacher Grants - Educator Enrichment Grant

Hamilton Education Foundation
Association/Society
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

For over three decades, the Hamilton Education Foundation (HEF) has been sparking innovation and expanding horizons within our classrooms. Since 1991, this community-powered non-profit has channeled more than $2.5 million from passionate individuals, local businesses, and forward-thinking organizations directly into the hands of Hamilton’s students and teachers. 

By funding transformative workshops, creative projects, and classroom grants, HEF doesn't just support education—it inspires students to dream bigger, rewards academic excellence, and builds a stronger, more vibrant community.

Our Vision

The vision of the Hamilton Education Foundation is to assist in achieving creative and academic excellence for the 21st Century through funding activities and projects for students and educators in the Hamilton School District.

Our Mission

Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to fund, Enhanced, Extended, and Enriched learning opportunities for students and educators in the Hamilton School District.

Teacher Grants

Educator Enrichment Grant

The Educator Enrichment Grant funds teacher participation in off-campus professional development, including seminars, workshops, conferences, and externships. 

Teacher Development & Training

HEF Student Grants

Hamilton Education Foundation
Association/Society
United States
Unspecified amount

About Us

For over three decades, the Hamilton Education Foundation (HEF) has been sparking innovation and expanding horizons within our classrooms. Since 1991, this community-powered non-profit has channeled more than $2.5 million from passionate individuals, local businesses, and forward-thinking organizations directly into the hands of Hamilton’s students and teachers. 

By funding transformative workshops, creative projects, and classroom grants, HEF doesn't just support education—it inspires students to dream bigger, rewards academic excellence, and builds a stronger, more vibrant community.

Our Vision

The vision of the Hamilton Education Foundation is to assist in achieving creative and academic excellence for the 21st Century through funding activities and projects for students and educators in the Hamilton School District.

Our Mission

Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to fund, Enhanced, Extended, and Enriched learning opportunities for students and educators in the Hamilton School District.

Student Grants

Evaluation Factors

Applications are reviewed based on:

Educational Access & Equity Academic Success & Enrichment

The AACR June L. Biedler Prize for Cancer Journalism

American Association for Cancer Research
Association/Society
United States
US $5,000

The AACR June L. Biedler Prize for Cancer Journalism

Prize Summary

The AACR June L. Biedler Prize for Cancer Journalism was established by the AACR in 2015 to raise awareness of the critical role that the media play in educating the public about cancer and cancer research.

Funded by a major bequest to the AACR from cancer research pioneer Dr. June L. Biedler, a scientist, mentor, and former member of the AACR Board of Directors, this prize showcases outstanding examples of cancer journalism and recognizes individual professional journalists who have produced accurate, informative, and compelling stories that enhance the public’s understanding of cancer, cancer research, cancer advocacy, or cancer policy.

The prize provides an unrestricted cash award of $5,000 and a commemorative award.

Categories

Each submission may be considered for only one category, as selected by the candidate on the application form.

Applicants may submit in any of the following categories:

    Prize Acceptance

    Awardees will be able to accept the prize during the AACR Annual Meeting 2027 in Orlando, April 2-7, 2027.

    Cancer / Oncology Community Health Education Journalism +1 more

    Friends of NRA State Fund Grant Program - Wisconsin

    Friends of NRA
    Association/Society
    Wisconsin
    US $3,000 - US $5,000

    Friends of NRA

    Friends of NRA is the National Rifle Association’s premier fundraising program, supporting the future of shooting sports. Since day one, Friends of NRA has been a 100% grassroots effort fueled by a united front to secure the Second Amendment and raise money for the shooting sports.

    Committee volunteers are appointed to State Fund Committees to make recommendations for local grant funding in areas such as youth education, women-focused clinics, law enforcement training, hunter safety, range improvement, firearms and marksmanship training and safety. Recognizing the impact American youth has on the future of the shooting sports, State Fund Committees frequently recommend grants for youth programs, allocating the most significant portion of monies to this vital area.

    Grant awards fund activities and support programs in the United States to promote firearms and hunting safety, to enhance marksmanship skills of those in the shooting sports, and to educate the public about firearms in their historic, technological and artistic context.

    Friends of NRA State Fund Grant Program - Wisconsin

    The Friends of NRA State Fund Grant Program provides supplies, equipment, and financial support to a variety of qualified groups and programs at the local level; geared towards youth, women, law enforcement, veterans, the disabled, and the general public, including:

    • General shooting programs
    • Competitive shooting
    • Education, training and safety
    • Hunting and conservation
    • Community outreach
    • Historical education

    Grant funding must be used to further a charitable purpose as defined by the Internal Revenue Code under section 501(c)(3) and accompanying rules, regulations, and other IRS law and materials.

    Crisis Intervention Sport Shooting Gun Violence Prevention

    Traditional Grant for Associations

    Edward E. Ford Foundation
    Private
    United States
    US $25,000 - US $100,000

    Edward E. Ford Foundation

    The Edward E. Ford Foundation seeks to improve secondary education by supporting U.S. independent schools and encouraging promising practices. 

    • We make Traditional Grants to eligible schools and Associations to help them grow and develop in pursuit of their own missions.
    • We make Educational Leadership Grants to eligible schools or groups of schools that consist of larger dollar awards to fewer recipients.
    • We encourage collaboration with others in both grant cycles.
    • Occasionally, we may make larger, multi-­year Collaborative Innovation Grants in support of projects that have the potential to influence secondary education more broadly and positively affect our democratic society.
    • Beyond grant-making, we share what we learn, sponsor strategic meetings, and work with others to identify and respond to the most pressing challenges facing the field of secondary education.

    Traditional Grant for Associations

    These grants are made in response to requests that can range from $25,000 to $100,000 and that must be matched by additional funds raised by the association at least 1:1.

    Associations seeking placement on a Traditional Grant Agenda should be prepared to specify the anticipated dollar value of their proposal when they request placement. This can be months in advance of the date the final version of the proposal will be due, depending on the length of the queue. 

    Traditional Grants are awarded based on the quality of the proposal and other considerations in terms of the association’s operation, but it does not identify certain areas of independent school work as favored. That is, you can seek guidance as to what sort of proposals have been funded in the past but association should identify their own greatest institutional need that they think the Foundation can help address.

    Step-by-Step Process

    • Request Agenda Placement — Please fill out the Agenda Placement form to tell the Foundation a bit more about your association and to help us determine if it is eligible for EE Ford funding.
    • Agenda Placement Phone Call — If your association is eligible for Agenda Placement, we will schedule a phone call between your association’s Executive Director and the Executive Director of the EE Ford Foundation. This phone call will serve as an informal introduction and it will determine if Agenda placement is right for your association. No proposal can be considered from associations that have not reserved a place on an upcoming Agenda. If your association is placed on an Agenda, you will receive an Agenda Placement Confirmation email with further instruction.
    • Executive Director Meeting — Schedule a 2-3 hour meeting between your association’s Executive Director and our foundation’s Executive Director to be held in our Brooklyn office. The Preliminary Materials will be due one week prior to this meeting (see “Preliminary Materials” under "Required Materials"). 
    • Final Submission — Deadline for submission of final materials is January 30 for the April Agenda or April 1 for the June Agenda. When the Board makes its decision about a proposal, the Executive Director communicates this decision within days.
    Education - High School

    Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, and Aftercare

    Indian Health Service
    Federal Government
    United States
    Unspecified amount
    The Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, and Aftercare program aims to combat substance abuse in American Indian and Alaska Native populations. It focuses on enhancing care coordination, expanding culturally competent behavioral health services, and implementing early intervention strategies for at-risk youth. By supporting Tribal and community-led initiatives, the program fosters collaboration among families, youth, and community partners to create effective prevention, treatment, and recovery solutions.
    Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases Addiction & Substance Use Disorders Native American Services +1 more

    Healthy Lifestyles in Youth (363651)

    Indian Health Service
    Federal Government
    United States
    Unspecified amount
    The Healthy Lifestyles in Youth program, funded by the Indian Health Service, aims to empower Tribes and Tribal Organizations to deliver essential public health services. This new cohort of NPHR awards supports initiatives that foster healthier lifestyles among youth in Indigenous communities, addressing critical health disparities and promoting well-being through culturally relevant programs and services.
    Epidemiology & Public Health Native American Services Indigenous Services

    Zero Suicide Initiative

    Indian Health Service
    Federal Government
    United States
    Unspecified amount
    The Zero Suicide Initiative aims to enhance suicide prevention within Indian health systems by implementing the Zero Suicide framework. This program focuses on culturally informed strategies to empower Tribal health systems, fostering leadership, workforce development, and effective suicide risk identification. It emphasizes timely engagement and evidence-based treatment, ensuring continuity of care and quality improvement, ultimately enhancing outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals at risk for suicide.
    Suicide Prevention Native American Services Indigenous Services

    Behavioral Health Integration Initiative

    Indian Health Service
    Federal Government
    United States
    Unspecified amount
    The Behavioral Health Integration Initiative aims to enhance the health of American Indian and Alaska Native individuals by expanding access to integrated behavioral health care. It supports Tribal and Urban Indian Organization health systems in providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed services. The initiative focuses on improving care coordination, promoting early identification of mental health issues, and integrating various health services to improve overall health outcomes and quality of life for AI/AN communities.
    Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases Wellness & Healthy Living Native American Services +1 more

    Richard D. Feldman, M.D. Student and Resident Essay Contest

    American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation
    Corporate
    United States
    US $1,000 - US $2,000

    American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation

    The AAFP Foundation focuses on improving health for everyone, and your support makes an immediate impact on the good work we do—from leadership development and education scholarships to funding social and health care services.

    The AAFP Foundation strives to create a sense of belonging through an inclusive environment that embraces the family medicine community by recognizing individual uniqueness and contributions to family medicine.

    Richard D. Feldman, M.D. Student and Resident Essay Contest

    Each year, the Center for the History of Family Medicine (CHFM) sponsors a contest to encourage medical students and family medicine residents to write scholarly essays relevant to the history of family medicine in the United States. The first-place winner will receive $2,000 and the second-place winner will receive a $1,000 award.

    We encourage all to apply and are committed to developing scholarly essays relevant to the history of Family Medicine in the United States by medical students and residents who reflect the rich diversity of the specialty and the patients served.

    Family Services Medical Education & Professional Training Primary Health Care

    Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition

    Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS)
    Federal Government
    American Samoa, Guam +4 more
    Up to US $75,350
    The Fiscal Year 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition invites communities to apply for funding aimed at engaging adults aged 55 and older in addressing pressing local needs. Through national service and volunteerism, AmeriCorps strengthens communities and fosters civic engagement. This open competition spans all states and territories, encouraging organizations to harness the skills and expertise of older adults to enhance community well-being and promote a culture of service.
    Community Services Senior Services Volunteerism & Philanthropy

    Career Women’s Network Scholarship Fund

    Community Foundation of Central Georgia
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount
    The Career Women’s Network Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, empowers non-traditional female students aged 25 and older to pursue higher education. This scholarship promotes leadership and personal development for women in the community, offering varying amounts each year. Recipients may renew their awards for up to four years, contingent on meeting eligibility criteria. The fund honors Katherine Walters, who valued education and aimed to assist women in achieving their academic goals.
    Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

    Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation Research Grants

    Timothy S Y Lam Foundation
    Private
    United States
    US $500 - US $10,000

    Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation

    The mission of the Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation is to support research, education, and training within the hospitality industry by bestowing scholarships and grants to those seeking careers or advancement in the hospitality industry; funding education programs that promote the hospitality industry; and awarding research grants to those interested in blending academia with practical industry know-how. 

    Primary Goals: To support the professional development and academic advancement of the hospitality industry by continuing to support the foundation’s current programs, promote recipients, maintain positive working relationships with associations, and provide support to underserved communities with individuals pursuing hospitality education, training, and job advancement. 

    In 2024, TSYLF introduced new initiatives to support and empower underserved communities and underprivileged and underemployed individuals. We invite all hospitality associations, students, research teams, and professionals to explore how the Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation can support your educational and professional endeavors in the field of hospitality. 

    Research Grants

    Grantmaking Focus

    The foundation supports programs that are practical and directly benefit the hospitality industry. Of particular interest are efforts that apply rigorous academic research to solve practical hospitality issues. All grants are measured on the direct results of improved efficiency and efficacy for the hospitality industry. The Foundation emphasizes activities in the following areas and organizations that work in the following areas:

    • Research programs that improve employment possibilities and career advancement for those entering or incumbents in the hospitality industry.
    • Research programs that enhance efficiency in the hospitality industry.
    • Articles or textbooks that contribute to the comprehensive body of knowledge and/or promote industry practices, standards, and ethics.
    • Practical and applicable research projects with immediate benefit to the hospitality industry.

    Grants are payable to the organization or institution and not to an individual.

    Grant funding is dispersed in two payments. One payment will be made upon award approval and the second will be made once the research grant report has been submitted.

    Research Grant funding should be used for the following:

    • TSYLF funds should be used for research facility overhead and general maintenance.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for reasonable software, computer systems or programs to organize, track and store data.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for tangible research items such printed documents, writing utensils, books, office supplies or related tools and materials needed to document research and practical observations.
    • TSYLF will fund equipment or materials used for hands-on training such as cleaning, and sanitation supplies, safety items or other personal protection, furnishings found in hotels, restaurants or other hospitality related facilities being used to observe applicable productivity or conditions.
    • TSYLF funds can be used to obtain proper permits for conducting research or staging a practical observation or production space.
    • TSYLF funds can be used be used for creating resource material and related distribution costs to hospitality professionals, businesses and educators.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for support materials or services for hosting focus groups, interviews or other activities related to the research topic.
    • TSYLF funds should be used wisely for reasonable and cost-effective accommodations for staff, research team and subjects such as meals, travel or lodging.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for reasonable mileage or transportation fees for research subjects, team and special advisors.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for reasonable travel accommodations related to research topic data collection.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for reasonable compensation to the research team for their time in collecting, analyzing and organizing data related to the funded research topic.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for reasonable compensation to the research subjects.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for expenses related to community engagement.
    • TSYLF funds can be used for fees related to attending a hospitality event that aligns with the funded research topic.
    Tourism

    Pray4Gray Foundation Grant

    Pray4Gray Foundation
    Association/Society
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Pray4Gray Foundation

    The Pray4Gray Foundation was created to honor Grayson Pope’s courageous journey following a traumatic brain injury sustained under circumstances beyond his control. Grayson’s resilience, optimism, and unwavering spirit continue to inspire all who know him.

    As Grayson works toward recovery with a smile and a strong heart, our mission is to provide prayer, support, resources, and education to families of young people facing similar challenges. We aim to build a community rooted in hope, faith, and resilience—empowering youth and their families to navigate brain injury recovery with strength and purpose.

    Grayson looks forward to giving back as others did for him—sharing his story and spirit to help others heal. Through our programs and services, we are committed to walking alongside families in crisis and helping young people thrive beyond adversity. 

    Grant

    If you or a loved one has been impacted by a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), we’re here for you.

    Our foundation is dedicated to walking alongside families of young adults recovering from TBI by offering support, resources, prayer, and education. Whether you're navigating the early stages of recovery or continuing a long-term journey, you don’t have to do it alone.

    We invite you to apply for assistance through our foundation. Support may include financial aid, educational materials, access to community resources, and spiritual encouragement tailored to your family’s needs.

    Brain Injuries

    Blackstock Family Foundation Scholarship Fund

    Community Foundation of Central Georgia
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount
    The Blackstock Family Foundation Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, offers scholarships to Georgia students pursuing degrees in healthcare, special education, or STEM fields. With a focus on supporting individuals with special needs, the fund provides at least one award annually, with renewal options for prior recipients. Eligible candidates must be Georgia residents, high school seniors or currently enrolled students, and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7. Preference is given to students from Upson County.
    Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs STEM / STEAM Education +1 more

    Alvin V. Palmer Scholarship Fund

    Community Foundation of Central Georgia
    Private
    United States
    Unspecified amount
    The Alvin V. Palmer Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, honors the legacy of Alvin V. Palmer, a dedicated veteran and entrepreneur. This fund provides financial support for college and technical school scholarships to current and former residents of Greene County, Georgia. With a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities, this scholarship aims to empower deserving students from Mr. Palmer's hometown to achieve their academic goals.
    Education - Higher Education Education - High School Academic Scholarship Programs

    Lois Roth Award For Cultural Diplomacy

    Lois Roth Foundation
    Association/Society
    United States
    Unspecified amount

    Lois Roth Foundation

    The Lois Roth Foundation honors the life and work of Lois Wersba Roth. Since 1987, it has sought to promote and encourage dialogue across national, linguistic and cultural boundaries, with an emphasis on the humanities, arts and social sciences. Foundation programs are conducted in collaboration with a range of partners and focused on three domains: Fulbright & Academic Collaborations, Cultural Diplomacy, and Literature & Translation.

    Cultural Diplomacy

    In recollection of Lois Roth’s efforts to promote cross‐cultural understanding and cooperation as a US Foreign Service Officer, the Roth Foundation partners with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) (US State Department), to provide the department’s four awards honoring excellence in the field of cultural and educational diplomacy.

    The types of qualities displayed by recipients of Roth Foundation cultural diplomacy awards include:

    • Cross‐cultural sensitivity and understanding for all—regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin or disability—and the courage and intellectual integrity to bring alternate facts and opinions into open conversation
    • Ingenuity and imagination in creating projects, programs and products to deepen the contact between foreign intellectuals, artists and professionals and their US counterparts
    • Familiarity with global affairs and foreign languages, to deepen substantive discussion between US and foreign intellectuals, scholars and professionals
    • Patience, wisdom and generosity in helping new colleagues, both international and US, develop their careers
    • Special skill in promoting collaborations between US and foreign institutions and high‐quality exchange opportunities with the civil sector.

    Lois Roth Award For Cultural Diplomacy

    The Lois Roth Award is presented every year to a Foreign Service Officer who has made significant contributions to the field of US cultural and educational diplomacy. It honors those who exhibit cross-cultural sensitivity in all aspects of their work and show patience, wisdom and generosity in helping new colleagues—international and American—to pursue and develop their skills and careers. Displaying familiarity with different areas of the world, global affairs and foreign languages, winners of this award hold substantive discussion with US and foreign scholars, artists and professionals, while exemplifying Lois Roth’s personal legacy of superior creativity and human warmth in their work with others.

    Nomination Process

    Every spring, the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs will internally circulate details regarding nominations for the four Lois Roth Foundation Awards. State Department supervisors are invited to submit nominations in all four categories.

    Cross-Cultural Understanding & Exchanges International / Foreign Affairs

    Portage County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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    Read more about each grant below or start your 14-day free trial to see all Portage County grants recommended for your specific programs in Wisconsin.

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

    Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Wisconsin

    Average Grant Size

    What's the typical amount funded for Wisconsin?

    Grants are most commonly $92,581.

    $92,581

    Total Number of Grants

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

    In 2024, funders in Wisconsin awarded a total of 49,160 grants.

    2022 45,256

    2023 45,044

    2024 49,160

    Top Grant Focus Areas

    Among all the Portage County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Wisconsin, 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 Portage County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

    Funding has increased by 8.86%.

    2022 $3,758,149,480

    2023 $4,172,752,976
    11.03%

    2024 $4,542,464,251
    8.86%

    Wisconsin Counties That Receive the Most Funding

    How does grant funding vary by county?

    Milwaukee County, Dane County, and La Crosse County receive the most funding.

    County Total Grant Funding in 2024
    Milwaukee County $1,633,180,004
    Dane County $1,188,297,084
    La Crosse County $284,177,520
    Waukesha County $242,610,917
    Brown County $192,021,811