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Grants for Canada Nonprofits & 501(c)(3) Organizations

Explore 1,196 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in Canada. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives spanning 61 grant categories and beyond, updated daily.

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Grants to USA and Canada Entities to Advance Patient and Caregiver Education

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and institutions to advance patient education. Funding is intended to support educational activities for patients and caregivers. Eligible proposals have focus areas that include multiple sclerosis, lupus, spi...

GrantWatch ID#: 197573

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Institutions for Medical Projects

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and institutions for projects and programs related to multiple sclerosis, lupus, kidney transplantation, spinal muscular atrophy, and Friedreich ataxia. Funding is intended for activities that drive innovation...

GrantWatch ID#: 197585

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Agencies, and First Nations for Economic Development Pr...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and First Nations to promote economic development in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an initial project concept form prior to applying. Funding is intended to further the hea...

GrantWatch ID#: 199556

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Programs that Increase Tourism in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations for programs that generate tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events, festivals, and programs that increase visitor spending, support businesses, and enhance the local quality of life. Special considerati...

GrantWatch ID#: 205405

Grants to Alberta Individuals and Nonprofits to Encourage Women and Girls to Become Leaders in...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $3,000 to Alberta female coaches, sports officials, administrators, and nonprofit organizations to promote leadership skills among women and girls in the sports and recreation sectors. Funding is intended to support girls...

GrantWatch ID#: 211472

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Laboratories for Expe...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and international nonprofit organizations, colleges and universities, government agencies, and laboratories to cover expenses related to conferences, scientific meetings, and workshops that address aging. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 212478

Grants to Nova Scotia Fledgling Nonprofits for Capacity-Building Activities

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Nova Scotia fledgling nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for capacity-building activities. Funding is intended to assist with costs including salaries, equipment, facilities, and communications. Eligible organizations are located in and serve re...

GrantWatch ID#: 214955

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Benefit the Community in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants and in-kind assistance to British Columbia nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support community projects, special events, and operating expenses. Programs should address community ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215798

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Charities to Address Community Needs in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, charities, and groups to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in a range of focus areas, including but not limited to food insecurity, inclusivity, clean water, health a...

GrantWatch ID#: 217238

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits and IHEs for Women's Health Initiatives

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, IHEs, research programs, and community organizations for initiatives to protect women's health. Funding is intended for education and research activities related to heart disease. Two funding streams are available:...

GrantWatch ID#: 219108

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Host Amateur Sports Competitions

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit community organizations in eligible locations to host amateur sports competitions and tournaments that are open to the general public. Funding is intended for expenses incurred by nonprofits that are holding championship events...

GrantWatch ID#: 230545

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits to Support Recreational Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to support capital projects that promote non-professional recreational activities. Funding is intended for activities and programs that advance amateur sports at a recreational level. Eligible proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 137979

Grants to Manitoba Nonprofits, NGOs, and Community Groups for Projects that Beautify and Prese...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Manitoba nonprofit organizations, NGOs, and community groups for projects that beautify and preserve forests. Funding supports projects that focus on making the forests of Manitoba more appealing, productive, expansive, and varied. Proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 148712

Grants to Saskatchewan Schools to Collaborate with Artists for Educational Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan schools to support arts-related collaborations with individual artists to enhance education for students. Applicants should verify their eligibility with program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for projects in a...

GrantWatch ID#: 165637

Grants to British Columbia Organizations in Eligible Locations for Programs that Benefit Local...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to British Columbia organizations and community groups in eligible areas for projects that benefit the local community. Funding is intended to respond to needs in the focus areas of education, local environment, health, arts and culture, social services, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 167180

Grants to New Brunswick Charities, Municipalities, Agencies, and Athletic Associations to Impr...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to New Brunswick registered charities, municipalities, government agencies, and amateur athletic associations in eligible locations to enhance the quality of life for residents. Funding may be used for programs in the areas of education, arts and culture, e...

GrantWatch ID#: 170227

Grants to Manitoba Nonprofits for Cultural Events in Remote and Rural Communities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Manitoba nonprofit organizations to organize festivals and events in the northern region and rural communities. Funding is intended to cover operating costs associated with festivals that take place over a minimum of two days. This grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 176147

Grants to Saskatchewan Schools for Educational Arts Programming

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan schools for arts education programming. Funding is intended for artist residencies that help to enhance arts education and increase student engagement. The purpose of this program is to enable K-12 schools to hire local artists. Professional...

GrantWatch ID#: 180985

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Musical Performances

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, theater companies, educational organizations, and individuals for musical performances and projects. Funding is intended for a broad range of expenses related to performances, research, and publicat...

GrantWatch ID#: 181056

Grants to Saskatchewan Artists, Arts Professionals, and Schools to Enhance Art Experiences in ...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan artists, arts professionals, K-12 schools, and Band schools to enhance art experiences in classrooms. Funding is intended to support research, the development of projects, and relationship-building between potential partners. Eligible activi...

GrantWatch ID#: 184399

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Local Governments, and Tribal Governments to Host Event...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Tribal governments to host events in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support major national and international sporting and cultural events. Events should attract international at...

GrantWatch ID#: 214459

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Groups for Community Engagement Activities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and neighborhood groups for community engagement activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a broad range of unique educational and experiential activities. Eligible programs take place in and benefit...

GrantWatch ID#: 217193

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Foundations and Conservancies to Promote Conservation...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International foundations and conservancies to promote conservation activities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: wildlife and habitat protection, youth education, and shooting sports. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 220766

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Program Support and Capital Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for project support and capital improvements. Applicants are required to obtain an endorsement prior to submitting an application. Projects must benefit people with disabilities, people of diverse ra...

GrantWatch ID#: 223861

Prizes for USA, Canada, and International Scientists for Environmental Research

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International scientists to compete for prizes for research addressing ecological and environmental challenges worldwide. Applicants must submit their research papers to their nation's nominating body. The purpose of the competitio...

GrantWatch ID#: 228741

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Programs, Projects, and Activities to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations for programs, projects, and activities to benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants must describe the services they will provide, identify their target population and the number of people to be served, and indicate...

GrantWatch ID#: 228912

Grants USA and Canada Teams of Mathematics Teachers for Math Education Research Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada teams of PK-12 mathematics teachers and post-secondary math educators for collaborative math education research projects in the classroom. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. The researc...

GrantWatch ID#: 231151

Grants to USA and Canada High School Math Teachers to Develop Math Teaching Materials

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada high school mathematics teachers to develop curriculum that connects math instruction to other disciplines. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for the development of...

GrantWatch ID#: 231152

Grants to USA and Canada Teachers to Develop Math Lessons for Students with Disabilities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA and Canada teachers to develop lessons that teach math concepts to students with disabilities in grades 2-8. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. The purpose of the grant program is to support the development of en...

GrantWatch ID#: 231153

Grants to USA and Canada Teams of Teachers to Create Math Teaching Materials

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of $5,000 to USA and Canada teams of elementary and post-secondary teachers to create and edit mathematics teaching materials. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for collaborative curriculum developm...

GrantWatch ID#: 231154

Grants to USA and Canada Teachers and Math Coaches for Math Professional Development

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to USA and Canada elementary school teachers, math teachers, and math coaches for professional development opportunities in mathematics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for colleg...

GrantWatch ID#: 231155

Grants to USA and Canada Teachers to Improve Math Outcomes for Underachieving Students

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA and Canada PK-6 classroom teachers and teams of teachers to develop mathematics curriculum that improves outcomes for underachieving students. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. This grant support...

GrantWatch ID#: 231156

Grants to USA and Canada Teachers to Improve Math Outcomes for Underachieving High School Stud...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA and Canada grade 6-12 classroom teachers and teams of teachers to develop mathematics curriculum that improves outcomes for underachieving students. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. This grant s...

GrantWatch ID#: 231157

Grants to USA and Canada Schools to Improve Math Education for Multilingual Students

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada schools for professional development to improve mathematics education for multilingual students in grades PK-12. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for projects to p...

GrantWatch ID#: 231158

Grants to USA and Canada PK-8 Teachers to Develop Geometry Lessons

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada PK-8 school teachers to develop geometry lessons. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. The purpose of the grant is to develop activities that demonstrate the application of geometry in al...

GrantWatch ID#: 231159

Scholarships to USA and Canada Prek-5 Teachers for Graduate-Level Math Courses

Deadline: 11/01/26

Scholarships to USA and Canada PreK-5 teachers for graduate-level mathematics education courses. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended to support coursework that will lead to improved student outcomes and enha...

GrantWatch ID#: 231160

Scholarships to USA and Canada Grade 6-8 Teachers for Graduate-Level Math Courses

Deadline: 11/01/26

Scholarships to USA and Canada grade 6-8 teachers for graduate-level mathematics education courses. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended to support coursework that will lead to improved student outcomes and e...

GrantWatch ID#: 231161

Scholarships to USA and Canada High School Teachers for Graduate-Level Math Courses

Deadline: 11/01/26

Scholarships to USA and Canada high school teachers for graduate-level mathematics education courses. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended to support coursework that will lead to improved student outcomes and...

GrantWatch ID#: 231162

Grants to USA and Canada Educator Teams for College Math Preparatory Classes

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA and Canada teams of high school math teachers and IHE educators for college preparatory classes in mathematics. At least one team member must be a member of the funding source's organization. The programs must be designed to assist st...

GrantWatch ID#: 231163

Grants to USA and Canada PK-12 School Staff for Professional Development in Math Education

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA and Canada teachers, administrators, and coaches at PK-12 schools for professional development related to teaching math. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for educational programming ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231164

Grants to USA and Canada Prek-5 Teachers for Math Professional Development

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and Canada PreK-5 teachers for professional development related to teaching mathematics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for programs that improve teacher competence and imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 231165

Grants to USA and Canada Grade 6-8 Teachers for Math Professional Development

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and Canada grade 6-8 teachers for professional development related to teaching mathematics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for programs that improve teacher competence and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231167

Grants to USA and Canada High School Staff for Professional Development in Math Education

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and Canada high school staff for professional development related to teaching mathematics. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. Funding is intended for programs that improve teacher competence and i...

GrantWatch ID#: 231168

Grants to Canada Researchers for Studies to Improve Pediatric Health

Deadline: 05/15/27 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible charitable organizations, research hospitals, and post-secondary institutions for studies to improve pediatric health. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 231748

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits for Programs that Address Legal Issues

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that address legal issues such as legal education, legal aid, law reform, legal research, and law libraries. Priority will be given to ongoing programs. Short-term projects will also be consi...

GrantWatch ID#: 178164

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, IHEs, and Individuals for Events and Activities

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations, post-secondary institutions, and individuals for programs and projects that focus on humanities and social science research topics. Funding is intended for activities and events that represent chances to exchange knowledg...

GrantWatch ID#: 180893

Grants to Alberta Arts Nonprofits Serving Eligible Locations to Support General Operations

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to Alberta registered nonprofit organizations serving eligible locations to support general operations. Applicants must register in the online portal before applying. Funding is intended to assist arts-focused organizations. Eligible applicants must have a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 199115

Grants to Alaska and Yukon Territory Nonprofits for Salmon Fishing Conservation Activities

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to Alaska and Yukon Territory nonprofit organizations for conservation activities related to the salmon fishing industry. Funding areas of interest include communications and stewardship activities: education, culture, outreach, and information sharing; and...

GrantWatch ID#: 222198

Grant to a Canada Researcher for Studies Related to Food Allergies

Deadline: 11/03/26

Grant of $75,000 to a Canada researcher affiliated with an eligible university or research institute for studies related to food allergies. Funding is intended to support projects that shed light on the prevention, management, treatment, mechanisms of disease, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 209522

Grants to Ontario Artists, Curators, Groups, and Nonprofits for Craft-Based Projects

Deadline: 11/04/26

Grants to Ontario artists, curators, ad hoc groups and collectives, craft guilds, and nonprofit organizations for craft-related activities. Funding is intended for craft-based research, creation, production, and development, as well as for projects that connect On...

GrantWatch ID#: 153166
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