Best Private Grants for Nonprofits

The Sponsorship Grant Program by the Chesapeake Bay Trust aims to enhance public awareness of environmental issues related to the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland watersheds. It supports events like conferences and festivals, fostering community engagement. Grants typically award up to $500 for programmatic and marketing support. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, encouraging diverse organizations to apply, especially those traditionally underrepresented in environmental initiatives.

The Japan International Award for Young Agricultural Researchers encourages young talent in agriculture, forestry, and fisheries in developing regions. Since its inception in 2007, this award recognizes up to three researchers under 40 who demonstrate exceptional research and innovation potential. Awardees are invited to Japan for a ceremony and receive $5,000 each. This initiative, supported by the Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, aims to foster future advancements and motivate emerging leaders in agricultural research.

The Robinson Foundation Grant, established in 2016, aims to alleviate hardships faced by individuals and communities, demonstrating God's love through charitable contributions. As a family-operated foundation, it focuses on creating meaningful, long-term impacts in various areas including animal welfare, education, and disaster relief. Organizations eligible for funding must be 501(c)(3) public charities. The foundation prioritizes fiscally responsible projects with the potential for tangible results, while not supporting capital projects.

The DC Health Community Health Administration is seeking qualified applicants for the Equitable Food Access Initiatives: School Based Nutrition Market. This initiative aims to enhance food access in communities facing food insecurity by implementing evidence-based interventions. Targeting over 10,000 vulnerable residents throughout the year, the program will support families with children by promoting healthier food environments and reducing chronic disease burdens. Applications are encouraged from those ready to improve nutrition and food security for all.

The Natural Areas Research Grant - Allison Cusick and Daniel Rice Research Grant Program, managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, aims to support research that enhances understanding and conservation of Ohio’s biological resources, including plants, animals, and fungi. Named after key contributors to Ohio's ecological knowledge, this program funds projects that align with its mission to preserve natural heritage. Grants of up to $5,000 are available for eligible individuals and organizations.

The Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) helps landowners, land trusts, and other entities protect, restore, and enhance wetlands or protect working farms and ranches through conservation easements.

The Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) protects the agricultural viability and related conservation values of eligible land by limiting nonagricultural uses which negatively affect agricultural uses and conservation values, protect grazing uses and related conservation values by restoring or conserving eligible grazing land, and protecting and restoring and enhancing wetlands on eligible land.

ACEP has two components:

• Agricultural Land Easements (ALE) help private and tribal landowners, land trusts, and other entities such as state and local governments protect croplands and grasslands on working farms and ranches by limiting non-agricultural uses of the land through conservation easements.

• Wetland Reserve Easements (WRE) help private and tribal landowners protect, restore and enhance wetlands which have been previously degraded due to agricultural uses.

Additionally, through ACEP, USDA offers the Wetland Reserve Enhancement Partnership (WREP), a voluntary program through which NRCS enters into agreements with eligible partners to leverage resources to carry out high priority wetland protection, restoration, and enhancement and to improve wildlife habitat.

About CVS Health

CVS Health is building a world of health around every consumer. Our unmatched reach allows us to deliver high-quality, affordable health care when and how individuals choose. We’re on a mission to deliver superior and more connected experiences, lower the cost of care and improve the health and well-being of those we serve.

As a leading health solutions company, we offer multiple channels to access health care locally and nationally. Our strong community presence, tech-forward approach and unmatched engagement with more than 100 million people enable us to deliver high-quality, personalized, affordable health care.   

Health Zones

Multi-year funding for cross-sector collaborations that improve health outcomes and access to care in local communities. 

Health Zones Program in Philadelphia, PA

A variety of factors influence a person’s health, including access to health care services, healthy food, and transportation. To tackle these challenges and improve health outcomes, the CVS Health Foundation (“the Foundation”) is collaborating with local organizations with a deep understanding of the community through our Health Zones initiative. We are committed to enhancing the coordination of health care and social services while dismantling barriers to health and wellness. Our vision is to empower and support local care systems within each Health Zone, making health care and social support networks more accessible and easier to navigate for everyone.

As part of the Health Zones initiative, we look for communities where many people are facing financial strain and have limited access to essentials like reliable health care, nutritious food, stable housing and local support services. When these basic needs are out of reach, it becomes much harder for individuals and families to stay healthy and manage chronic conditions - and these are the places where our support can make the greatest difference. This RFP will provide a three-year grant of up to $2.25 million to a cohort of nonprofit organizations that can support our Theory of Change to implement strategies that improve health outcomes for residents living in Philadelphia. 

The MA Agricultural Management Assistance (AMA) program supports agricultural producers in mitigating financial risks through diversification and conservation practices. Administered by NRCS, it provides financial assistance up to 75% for conservation costs, with a cap of $50,000 per participant annually. Eligibility includes land control and compliance with regulations. AMA is available in 16 states with historically low Federal Crop Insurance participation, promoting sustainable farming and resource management.

The Oklahoma Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) offers technical and financial aid to farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners to enhance conservation efforts. This program addresses critical natural resource issues, promoting improved water and air quality, soil health, and wildlife habitat. EQIP aims to integrate conservation into agricultural practices, making it feasible for producers to adopt climate-smart practices and improve overall sustainability while receiving financial assistance. Applications are accepted year-round for future funding cycles.

As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, our main goals are:

• Bear conservation: Our goal is to conserve all 8 species through diminishing negative interactions via educating the public, providing co-existence strategies, volunteering, partnering with organizations for rehabilitation efforts and giving these animals a voice.
• Habitat preservation: As our organization grows, we will have dedicated spaces of land for these creatures to roam unharmed along with the other animals that live there. As the family grows, so do the Bear Grounds.
• Promoting “bear-awareness”: Bears may look cute – but it is important to practice protocols to ensure the safety of everyone.
• Education: From children to the elderly, we make it our goal to teach everyone about these animals, the roles they play and the importance of bears. We published a children’s book for the kids to learn about bears in a fun and interactive way.

Spectacled Bear Grant

Bear Grounds Coffee Co. is providing its first award toward bear conservation with the Spectacled Bear Grant in 2026. This funding is for research, rehabilitation, spectacled bear or territory conservation efforts only. One applicant will receive $200 to support their project.

Eligible projects include, but are not limited to:

• Scientific research and field studies.
• Wildlife rehabilitation and rescue programs.
• Habitat protection and restoration.
• Community-based conservation initiatives.
• Anti-poaching and human–bear conflict mitigation efforts.
• Sustainable coexistence programs.

The Special Emphasis Limited Project Grant from the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons aims to address health disparities in colorectal surgery. It focuses on improving care for racial/ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ+ populations, and individuals with disabilities. Proposals should concentrate on patient-oriented interventions and may explore quality improvement, access to services, and enhancing workforce diversity. Funding of up to $20,000 is available for innovative projects that promote equity in colorectal healthcare.

The MN AWWA Advanced Degree Scholarship offers up to three $3,500 scholarships annually to students enrolled in water-related Bachelor's or Graduate degree programs. Applicants must be juniors or seniors at accredited institutions and submit necessary documentation, including transcripts. The scholarship is awarded directly to the educational institution, and winners are recognized at the MN AWWA Annual Conference, typically held in Duluth, MN each September.

The Ribbons of Hope Grant, awarded annually by the Ribbons of Hope Foundation since 2012, aims to enhance the lives of women and children through education, health, economic independence, social well-being, and human rights initiatives. Non-profit organizations with a strong operational history and a commitment to impactful programs are encouraged to apply for this $100,000 grant, which supports both ongoing and self-sustaining projects.

Indigo Hope Foundation: Addiction Recovery Programs Grant

Funding programs that offer treatment, counseling, recovery support services, and harm reduction for individuals battling addiction.

Key Focus Areas:

• Treatment Services
• Recovery Support
• Harm Reduction
• Family Programs

Example Programs We Fund:

• Outpatient counseling programs
• Peer recovery support
• Addiction Recovery Residential Programs
• Family therapy services

The NIDCD Cooperative Agreement for Clinical Trials in Communication Disorders (U01) aims to support clinical trials that evaluate interventions for communication disorders. This funding opportunity encourages collaboration between NIDCD Project Scientists and investigators, focusing on trials that require FDA oversight, establish efficacy, or pose risks of harm. By fostering well-designed studies, the NIDCD seeks to advance treatment and prevention strategies in the field of communication disorders.

Our Mission

The Horner Foundation is a family-based charity dedicated to partnering with community-based organizations that provide youth, aged 10-19, hands-on experiential learning opportunities through Out of School Time (OST) to foster positive youth development.

We work in 4 geographic regions, determined by where family members live, their specific interests and needs identified by the community.

Our Vision

• All youth will be empowered to realize their full potential and become active participants in their communities.
• All youth will have ample opportunities both inside and outside the classroom to experience a diversity of quality learning styles and frameworks.
• All youth will be healthy, strong, and well-prepared for the 21st Century.

Organizational Funding Statement

The Horner Foundation strives to be responsive and meet organizations where they are. This means that we may provide multi-year funding and ongoing support to nonprofits who may be launching a pilot project or going through a transition. However, we also believe in the value of diverse funding sources. The Horner Foundation typically funds organizations for 1-2 funding cycles (2-4 years). In rare cases, we may fund an organizations for 3 funding cycles (6 years).

Grants

The Foundation awards two-year grants dedicated to project funding. We fund in four geographic regions, each with its own funding priorities.

Towns of Corby & Kettering, Northamptonshire, England: Healthy Youth Northamptonshire / Sexual Health and Education & Health, Education and Social Supports for Young Mums    

Strategy

The intention of the Foundation’s work in Northamptonshire is to focus on the Towns of Corby and Kettering in order to improve outcomes for young people and young mums. Existing programs and services already working in these towns, as well as other organizations looking to expand their reach into these under-resourced regions are encouraged to apply. Projects should be well rooted in community need, with an emphasis on service user feedback informing and refining the service models. Through this strategic funding, it is our hope that Corby & Kettering will be models of sexual health & antenatal education as well as early parenting support deeply rooted in the community. 

Two Funding Focuses

• Sexual Health & Education for Young People
• Health, Education & Social Supports for Young Mums

Example projects may include, but are not limited to:

• Prevention: Pregnancy education, sexual education
• Support: Antenatal and parenting education
• Education: Sexual and reproductive health workshops to help individuals make the best choices for sexual wellness
• Gender Equity and Education: with a focus on people of all genders, orientations, identities and abilities

Bates Philanthropic Initiative

Mission Statement

The Bates Philanthropic Initiative (BPI) is committed to making a positive impact on our community by ensuring that high school students in Colorado experiencing financial hardship have access to quality post-secondary education and career opportunities with a particular focus on career and technical education (CTE).

We provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors with a financial need who are pursuing post-secondary certifications, associate degrees, and apprenticeships in skills-based fields.

In addition to scholarships, BPI provides grants to nonprofit partners that deliver critical wrap-around services like transportation, childcare, language support, and mentoring to these financially disadvantaged young adults.

Nonprofit Partner Grants

We provide grants to registered Colorado nonprofit partners who deliver critical support services to in-need students and eliminate the barriers to their education. From providing solutions for transportation, child-care, course, certification, and materials fees, and apprenticeship opportunities, nonprofits are at the forefront of making CTE more accessible to our under-served young adults. We are seeking to support nonprofits in expanding their impact.

Who does BPI focus its grants on, and how does this align with its mission?

At BPI, we focus our grants on empowering financially disadvantaged young adults aged 17 to 19 as they transition from high school to adulthood. While we support nonprofit partners serving broader communities, our grants are dedicated to programs that directly benefit this vulnerable group. By concentrating our efforts here, we aim to transform lives and create meaningful opportunities during this critical phase of personal and professional growth.

The Music Therapy Impact Fund Grant offers funding for music interventions aimed at addressing the spiritual, developmental, and physical needs of individuals in Butte County. This grant operates on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring that anyone who submits a request form can receive support, as long as funds are available. The program focuses on assisting individuals with Parkinson’s disease, hospice and palliative care, and at-promise youth, striving to maintain low or no costs for participants.

The 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program seeks to enhance workforce development in marine-related professions and improve seafood safety and management. This initiative encourages projects that foster technological innovations in fishing practices and promote outreach on sustainability and quality of seafood. By strengthening partnerships among industry, researchers, and communities, the program aims to build a competitive and sustainable marine community in Alaska, with all projects required to be conducted within the state.

The RESOLVE NOLA Community Impact Grant, launched by United Way of Southeast Louisiana, aims to address the critical shortage of mental health resources for youth in New Orleans. This initiative focuses on providing trauma-informed support to youth of color in communities facing chronic poverty, fostering resilience and promoting positive change. Organizations with 501(c)(3) status can apply for grants up to $25,000 to implement projects targeting behavioral health disparities and social determinants of health.

The Grants for Rural and Native Alaskan Villages program is designed to provide essential drinking water and waste disposal systems to remote Alaskan villages. By addressing dire sanitation conditions, the program ensures access to clean water and improves public health in communities that are often isolated. Funded by USDA Rural Development, these grants cover up to 75% of project costs, promoting sustainable infrastructure in areas facing unique challenges due to geography and climate.

Our Mission: To advance opportunity, affordability, and stability in housing

Individual Development Account (IDA) Program

The Individual Development Account (IDA) Program is an asset development program that assists low-moderate income individuals and families in breaking trends of generational poverty, improving their quality of life, and attaining self-sufficiency through matched savings incentive, education, and building personal financial skills. IDA was established in 1997 through Indiana State legislation (I.C. 4-4-28) and is currently fully State-funded. IDA is administered locally by non-profit community-based organizations with oversight by IHCDA.

Program Summary

Individual Development Accounts are matched savings accounts designed to encourage lowincome families to save for the purchase of an asset. Participants in the program are required to successfully complete financial education as well as training related to a specific asset purchase.

The program round comprises four program years. The round should be broken down as follows: three years for a participant to save, and one year for the IDA Administrator to work on some combination of the following: enrollment, asset purchase, account close-out and reporting.

The objective of the IDA Program is to assist people with limited means in achieving financial independence and becoming financially self-sufficient by providing them the skills to:

• Develop a budget and set goals
• Establish regular saving habits
• Invest in assets

The PDCED Appalachian Regional Commission Grant supports economic development in Pennsylvania's Appalachian Region. It funds projects that enhance job creation, improve infrastructure, and promote business development. The goal is to leverage federal, state, and local resources to strengthen the economy of this 205,000-square-mile area. Funding is prioritized for initiatives that lead to sustainable economic growth, workforce readiness, and improved community capacity. Eligible projects include technical assistance, infrastructure development, and local government support.

Our Story

Uncover IDOT’s mission and vision, showcasing our passion and commitment for creating a safe and efficient multimodal transportation system for everyone.

Our Mission

It is our mission to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and demonstrate respect for our environment.

Historical Overview

IDOT's roots can be traced back more than a century. For as long as there have been cars, highways and air traffic, there has been an Illinois transportation agency. The rich history of our department spreads across the entire state. From massive bridges spanning the Mississippi and Illinois rivers to winding roads carved into limestone bluffs. From two-lane roads tracing through rural corn and soybean fields to dirt and grass landing strips to the steel and concrete jungle of O’Hare International Airport, and on every mile of interstate and railroad that made Illinois what it is today, the mark of an Illinois transportation agency can be seen and felt.

Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)

The goal of the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program is to allocate resources to well planned smaller scale, but critically important projects that provide and support connected  alternate modes of transportation that are safe for all users, enhance the transportation  system through preservation of visual and cultural resources, and improve the quality of life for members of the communities impacted. ITEP requires sponsors to coordinate efforts to  develop and build safe, equitable, valuable, and functional facilities in a timely manner.

DC Health

The mission of DC Health is to promote and protect the health, safety, and quality of life of  residents, visitors, and those doing business in the District of Columbia. The agency is  responsible for identifying health risks; educating the public; preventing and controlling diseases,  injuries, and exposure to environmental hazards; promoting effective community collaborations;  and optimizing equitable access to community resources.

HAHSTA Prevention Services

Purpose

This funding announcement is to support a comprehensive approach that identifies and prevents HIV, STI, and HBV/HCV among populations, such African American women, youth (18-24), men who engage in male to male sexual contact (MMSC), biological males who identify as female, biological females who identify as male, African American males, unhoused individuals, and others most at risk for exposure. Applicants should ensure that all people are aware of their health status and of methods to reduce their risk of these diseases. This approach may lead to improved health outcomes, enhanced self-efficacy, improved health literacy, viral suppression, and reduced new infections. The framework fully supports the Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) in the District of Columbia (DC).

Applicants who exhibit the capacity to deliver comprehensive HIV prevention activities that include HIV, STI, and HBV/HCV screening and delivery of PrEP/PEP education will be considered for funding. Services are to be fully accessible and well-suited to each population’s behavioral and cultural settings.

Just One More Grant aims to transform lives by providing financial support to individuals and nonprofit organizations in the U.S. who are overcoming challenges like mental health issues, drug misuse, and educational barriers. The foundation encourages applications from those committed to personal growth and community support. Though current grants are paused for nonprofits, interested individuals with actionable plans are invited to apply. More information and past winners can be found on their website.

The High-Need Healthcare Career Scholarship Program, offered by the District of Columbia Department of Health, aims to support local residents pursuing careers in high-demand healthcare roles. This initiative addresses critical workforce shortages for positions such as Home Health Aides, Certified Nurse Aides, and Emergency Medical Technicians. Funding is available for training programs that prepare individuals to meet these urgent healthcare needs, enhancing community health services.