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The A. Rewari Family Scholarship for Study Abroad in Denmark

Fund For Education Abroad
Private
Denmark
US $1,000 - US $5,000
The A. Rewari Family Scholarship for Study Abroad in Denmark aims to support deserving undergraduate students from the U.S. who wish to study in Denmark. Administered by the Fund For Education Abroad, the scholarship provides financial assistance up to $5,000 for a semester abroad. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, be at least 18 years old, and have never studied abroad before. This scholarship opens doors to enriching educational experiences and cultural immersion in Denmark.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Brightwork Grants: Professional Development

North Carolina Arts Council
State/Local Government
North Carolina
US $2,000
The Brightwork Grants: Professional Development, initiated by the North Carolina Arts Council, aims to support visual artists in their professional growth. Starting in 2026, one selected artist will receive funding for activities enhancing their development, such as workshops, portfolio documentation, and equipment purchases. Eligible applicants must reside in specific North Carolina counties for at least one year and be 21 or older. Notably, those awarded the Brightwork Fellowship after 2022 are ineligible.
Visual Arts Artist Training & Development

Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants in Georgia

USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Federal Government
Georgia (US state)
Up to US $1,000,000
The Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants in Georgia provide crucial funding to eligible communities facing emergencies that threaten safe drinking water availability. These grants support the construction and repair of water infrastructure, including transmission lines and treatment facilities. By addressing issues such as droughts, floods, and other disasters, the program aims to restore access to clean water, thereby enhancing public health and environmental sustainability in rural areas.
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water

Rural Business Development Grants in Hawaii

USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Federal Government
Hawaii
Unspecified amount
The Rural Business Development Grants in Hawaii and the Western Pacific aim to support small rural businesses with technical assistance and training. These grants are designed for businesses with fewer than 50 employees and under $1 million in revenue, focusing on projects that benefit rural areas outside urban centers. Eligible applicants include public entities and nonprofit organizations, with funding prioritizing smaller requests, ensuring impactful community economic development.
Rural Development

Spencer County Farm Bureau, Inc. Educational Scholarship

Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Private
Spencer County, Indiana
US $1,530
The Spencer County Farm Bureau, Inc. Educational Scholarship aims to support local students pursuing post-secondary education. Managed by the Spencer County Community Foundation, this annual scholarship is open to high school seniors and graduates, including those from home-school programs or GED courses. Eligible applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 and participate in an interview. This initiative fosters educational opportunities, empowering students to achieve their academic goals.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Opioid Remediation Grants

City of Naperville, Illinois
State/Local Government
DuPage County, Illinois, Will County, Illinois
Up to US $100,000
The City of Naperville has allocated $100,000 from the National Multistate Opioid Settlement for Opioid Remediation Grants. These funds will support programs and services aimed at combating opioid misuse and must qualify as approved abatement programs. Eligible organizations do not need to be non-profit, but must serve the Naperville community. The grants intend to address various aspects of opioid addiction, including treatment, recovery, and educational initiatives.
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders Medical Education & Professional Training

Rockport American Legion Baseball Team Scholarship

Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Private
Perry County, Indiana, Spencer County, Indiana
US $5,000
The Rockport American Legion Baseball Team Scholarship, established in memory of Bobby “Coach” Snyder, aims to support graduating seniors from Heritage Hills, South Spencer, and Perry County High Schools in their pursuit of higher education. Three awards of $5,000 each are available for students with a minimum 2.0 GPA planning to attend accredited institutions. This initiative reflects the community's commitment to fostering educational opportunities for local youth.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

NBRC Frederic Helmholz, Jr., MD Educational Research Fund

American Respiratory Care Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000
The NBRC Frederic Helmholz, Jr., MD Educational Research Fund, established by the American Respiratory Care Foundation, supports educational and credentialing research in respiratory care. With an endowment of up to $5,000, this fund encourages submissions of Master’s Theses, Doctoral Dissertations, and complete research proposals from qualified investigators. Award recipients will receive cash, a certificate of recognition, airfare, lodging, and registration for the AARC Congress, promoting advancements in respiratory health.
Respiratory Diseases & Systems

YouthReach Grant

Mass Cultural Council
State/Local Government
Massachusetts
US $15,000

Creative youth development (CYD) is an intentional practice that fosters active creative expression through the arts, humanities, and sciences, while developing core social, emotional, and life skills, for youth of all ages. Creative youth development programs approach young people as active agents of their own change, with inherent strengths and skills to be developed and nurtured. The overall goal is that culture plays a major role in supporting the growth of creative, productive, and independent minded citizens and thriving communities.

YouthReach Program Description

The goal of YouthReach is to promote integration of substantive out-of-school arts, humanities, and science opportunities into a collaborative response to the needs of young people and communities. The program aims to develop and deepen opportunities for young people to create a more just and equitable society through their art-making and to position creative youth development programs as key leaders in discovering and developing opportunities to improve the livability and economic vitality of their communities. To this end, YouthReach works to foster dynamic cross-sector collaborations to ensure young people’s academic, professional, and personal success.

YouthReach supports innovative programs that:

  • Provide safe and healthy youth spaces
  • Are assets-based
  • Are youth driven
  • Foster the development of positive relationships and social skills
  • Set high expectations for growth and learning
  • Address the broader, cross-sector context in which creative youth development exists
Youth Involvement in the Arts

Parker B. Francis Respiratory Research Grant

American Respiratory Care Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $10,000
The Parker B. Francis Respiratory Research Grant, offered by the American Respiratory Care Foundation, aims to support innovative research in respiratory care. Grants are available to qualified investigators, with a focus on projects involving respiratory therapists or technicians. Awards typically do not exceed $10,000 annually and are intended to supplement other funding sources. This initiative underscores the foundation's commitment to enhancing respiratory health through research and education.
Respiratory Diseases & Systems

Jerome M. Sullivan Research Fund

American Respiratory Care Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $10,000
The Jerome M. Sullivan Research Fund, established by the American Respiratory Care Foundation, aims to promote original research in respiratory care. Grants, typically up to $10,000, are available for projects involving respiratory therapists or technicians. The fund supports both applied clinical and basic research in respiratory care and cardiopulmonary medicine, fostering advancements in the field. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to enhance respiratory health through research and education.
Respiratory Diseases & Systems

Randall L. Haaff Scholarship

Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Private
Spencer County, Indiana
US $1,260
The Randall L. Haaff Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation Alliance, offers two annual awards of $1,260 each to graduating seniors from South Spencer and Heritage Hills High Schools. This scholarship aims to support students pursuing post-secondary education at the University of Southern Indiana, emphasizing academic achievement with a minimum 2.5 GPA. It reflects the community's commitment to fostering educational opportunities and honoring local students' aspirations.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Raleigh and Thelma Abshier Scholarship

Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Private
Spencer County, Indiana
US $740
The Raleigh and Thelma Abshier Scholarship is an annual award established by Jeaniece Scheessele to honor her parents. It aims to support graduating seniors from South Spencer High School in their pursuit of post-secondary education. Selection criteria focus on the applicants' resilience in facing challenges, strong work ethic, and commitment to helping others, making it a meaningful opportunity for local students to advance their education.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Smallwood Young Investigator Fellowship

American Respiratory Care Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000
The Smallwood Young Investigator Fellowship, established in memory of Craig Smallwood, PhD, RRT, supports emerging researchers in pediatric respiratory therapy. It provides funding up to $5,000 to help candidates gain mentorship, hands-on experience, and essential resources to launch their research projects. Ideal applicants are members of the American Association for Respiratory Care, either at the thesis phase of their education or recently graduated. This initiative aims to foster growth in the field of respiratory health.
Respiratory Diseases & Systems

International Fellowship

American Respiratory Care Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The International Fellowship, offered by the American Respiratory Care Foundation, supports healthcare professionals from abroad to enhance their expertise in respiratory care. Participants will engage in site visits across the U.S., observing practices in hospitals and educational institutions, while attending the AARC Congress. This fellowship covers travel expenses, lodging, and food allowances, promoting global collaboration and knowledge exchange in respiratory health.
Respiratory Diseases & Systems

Grow Wild Grant Program

National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Grow Wild Grant Program, offered by the National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance, aims to establish a wilderness stewardship group for every Wilderness area in the National Wilderness Preservation System. This initiative supports start-up groups and existing organizations seeking to expand their impact. Funded by The David Berolzheimer Foundation, it honors Elaine Dermody, a dedicated wilderness champion. Eligible applicants include IRS-recognized nonprofits and those with qualified fiscal sponsors.
Environmental Stewardship

Chicago Innovation Awards

Chicago Innovation Foundation
Private
Cook County, Illinois, DeKalb County, Illinois +12 more
Unspecified amount
The Chicago Innovation Awards celebrate outstanding innovations developed in the Chicago region over the past four years. This initiative, backed by the Chicago Innovation Foundation, fosters a vibrant ecosystem through education and connection among innovators. Key awards include the People's Choice Award and the Climate Champion Award, recognizing diverse contributions. Organizations are encouraged to self-nominate, promoting inclusivity and engagement in the innovation landscape. This event aims to inspire and acknowledge impactful solutions that drive positive change.
Entrepreneurship

Agricultural Composting Improvement Grant Program (ACIP)

Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR)
State/Local Government
Massachusetts
Up to US $50,000
The Agricultural Composting Improvement Grant Program (ACIP) aims to enhance agricultural composting operations by providing funding for equipment and facility upgrades. Eligible projects can receive up to 75% of total costs, capped at $75,000. This initiative supports sustainable practices in farming by improving compost management and facilitating on-farm compost use. Interested applicants should refer to the Climate Smart Agriculture Program for application details.
Sustainable Agriculture & Agroecology

Othmar and Virginia Ringeman Family Scholarship

Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Private
Spencer County, Indiana
US $10,260
The Othmar and Virginia Ringeman Family Scholarship, administered by the Community Foundation Alliance, supports Heritage Hills High School graduates pursuing a four-year college education. This annual scholarship aims to empower local students by alleviating financial burdens. Eligible candidates must maintain a minimum 2.8 GPA and can reapply, although renewal is not guaranteed. This initiative reflects the foundation's commitment to fostering education and community development in southwestern Indiana.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Rural Fire Defense 80/20 Reimbursement Grant program

Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry
State/Local Government
Oklahoma
Up to US $30,000
The Rural Fire Defense 80/20 Reimbursement Grant Program in Oklahoma provides essential funding to rural fire departments, offering reimbursement of 80% for project costs. Administered by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry, this program supports fire station construction and equipment purchases, with specific limits set for each category. Eligible entities include towns and fire departments serving populations under 10,000. Grants are distributed statewide, fostering improved rural fire defense capabilities.
Firefighting & Fire Prevention

Dion's Grants

Dion's
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Arapahoe County, Colorado +8 more
Up to US $2,500
Dion's Grants focus on fostering youth development in local communities by partnering with nonprofit organizations dedicated to literacy, leadership, and responsibility. With a commitment to investing in youth, Dion's awards grants annually to select organizations, positively impacting both youth and the broader community. Eligible organizations must have clear objectives that align with Dion's mission, while ineligible entities include for-profits and those outside the service areas. This initiative exemplifies Dion's dedication to nurturing the next generation.
Youth Development & Leadership

Narl and Hazel Conner Scholarship

Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Private
Spencer County, Indiana
US $1,000
The Narl and Hazel Conner Scholarship, established by family members as a tribute, supports Heritage Hills High School seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0. This scholarship aims to assist students enrolling in accredited four-year colleges or universities. Selection criteria include academic performance, community involvement, and career aspirations, with a preference for those pursuing education or automotive fields. Renewal applications are welcomed for students maintaining good standing in their studies.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Mabel Mason Ryan Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Private
Spencer County, Indiana
US $9,390
The Mabel Mason Ryan Memorial Scholarship, established by the estate of Mabel M. Ryan, supports graduating seniors from Spencer County high schools pursuing post-secondary education in nursing and healthcare fields. This annual, renewable scholarship aims to advance education in these critical areas. Selection is based on academic performance, financial need, a required essay, and community involvement. Renewal may be possible for consecutive years, with varying award amounts.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

Jay Lampton Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Private
Daviess County, Indiana, Gibson County, Indiana +8 more
US $700
The Jay Lampton Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation Alliance, supports graduating seniors from various Indiana high schools pursuing post-secondary education in auto mechanics. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 2.0 GPA. Selection criteria include academic performance, a letter of recommendation, and a required essay. This scholarship honors Jay Lampton's legacy through education, empowering students to advance their careers in technology.
Education - Higher Education Academic Scholarship Programs

ASNT Foundation: Faculty Grant

American Society For Nondestructive Testing Inc
Private
United States
US $10,000
The ASNT Foundation's Faculty Grant aims to enhance nondestructive testing (NDT) education at US universities and colleges. By providing $10,000 in funding, this grant supports faculty in revising or developing NDT curricula. Recipients who are not ASNT members receive a complimentary one-year membership. The initiative focuses on improving educational quality in the NDT field, ensuring students receive top-notch instruction, thus paving the way for successful careers in nondestructive testing.
Materials Science and Engineering Engineering Science +1 more

Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeships

Rhode Island State Council on the Arts
State/Local Government
Rhode Island
Up to US $7,000
The Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeships program supports the transmission of traditional artistic skills between mentors and apprentices from shared cultural backgrounds. With awards up to $7,000, it fosters cultural heritage through hands-on learning experiences. This initiative is aimed at preserving folk art practices and ensuring they continue to thrive in communities.
Folk Art / Traditional Art Artist Training & Development

The Land and Water Conservation Fund: Outdoor Recreation and Legacy Partnership Program

Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
State/Local Government
American Samoa, District of Columbia +5 more
US $300,000 - US $15,000,000
The Land and Water Conservation Fund's Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program aims to enhance recreational opportunities in underserved communities through significant funding. Offering matching grants up to 50%, with awards ranging from $300,000 to $15,000,000, this program encourages applicants to connect with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection early in the application process for guidance. This initiative supports large-scale projects that improve access to recreational facilities.
Outdoor Recreation Parks & Public Spaces

Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

Professional development grants for nonprofits provide funding to enhance staff skills, leadership training, and organizational growth. The following grants help nonprofits improve efficiency, adapt to challenges, and achieve long-term sustainability in their mission-driven work.


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Grant Insights : Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Quite common — grants in this category are more prevalent than in others.

8,000+ Professional Development grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

3,000+ Professional Development grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

3,000+ Professional Development grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

1,000+ Professional Development grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

7,000+ Professional Development grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

1,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Economic Services & Development

300+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Domestic Violence

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Professional Development grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
29.7%
Q2
24.7%
Q3
23.5%
Q4
22.1%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $32,500.

$0 $0 Min.
$32,500 $32.5 K Median
$633,837 $633.8 K Average
$188,250,000 $188.3 M Max.

Frequently asked questions

Professional development grants are available for nonprofits focused on workforce training, leadership development, skill-building, and support for their staff and volunteers. These grants are ideal for organizations looking to boost their team’s skills and impact. Funders often prioritize nonprofits that serve underrepresented communities, focus on equity in leadership, or have a clear plan for using professional development to improve their mission-driven work.

Grants in professional development typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q1, with 29.7% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q4.

The main goal of professional development grants is to help nonprofit teams grow, improve, and become more effective. Funders see professional development grants as an investment for nonprofit professionals to improve their skills, ultimately leading to better leadership, stronger services, and more sustainable organizations. These grants often support leadership training, technical skill development, and mentorship programs that help teams with ongoing learning opportunities.

On average, grants in professional development provide funding between $0 and $188,250,000, with typical awards falling around $32,500 (median) and $633,837 (average). These insights can help nonprofits align their funding requests with what grantmakers typically offer in this space.

Professional development grants are typically funded by private foundations, corporate sponsors, and government agencies. Organizations like the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and Kresge Foundation are known for funding initiatives to build organizational capacity. Some corporations also provide grants to nonprofits that align with their workforce development goals, helping to create stronger communities and more skilled nonprofit professionals.

To improve the chances of receiving private grants, nonprofits should:

  • Research funders carefully – Get to know private funders by learning about their mission, past grant recipients, and funding priorities.
  • Be clear about your goals and expected results – Outline measurable outcomes, how the funds will be used, and what you hope to achieve. Having a history of success can also make your application more convincing.
  • Show financial responsibility – Prove you have good money management and a plan for long-term financial sustainability beyond the grant.
  • Build connections – Meet with grantmakers through networking events, email introductions, or funder Q&As.

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