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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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1,196 grants found

Grants to British Columbia Entities for Projects and Programs to Benefit the Environment

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to British Columbia First Nations, for-profit and nonprofit organizations, agencies, academic institutions, and individuals in eligible regions for projects to benefit the environment. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an app...

GrantWatch ID#: 214141

Grants to British Columbia First Nations, Agencies, For-Profits, Nonprofits, Academic Institut...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia First Nations, agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, academic institutions, and individuals in eligible regions for projects to benefit local watersheds. Applicants must contact staff to begin the application process. Securin...

GrantWatch ID#: 214142

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes to Promote Participation in t...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities for activities that encourage public participation in the arts. Some applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support program...

GrantWatch ID#: 214177

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Neuromuscular Disease Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, individuals, advocacy groups, medical associations, continuing medical education providers, and other organizations for research on rare genetic-based diseases. Funding is intended for individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214764

Sponsorship of USA, Canada, and International Events on Rare Diseases

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorship of USA, Canada, and International events that raise awareness, support, and advance scientific knowledge around rare diseases. Funding is intended for events that focus on rare and neuromuscular disorders. Events addressing Duchenne muscular dystrophy ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214766

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, Advocacy Groups, and Medical Entities for...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, and medical entities for programs to support patients with neuromuscular disease. Funding is intended for programs that address the unmet needs of rare disease patients, promote edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 214767

Grants to Alberta Businesses, Property Owners, and CBOs for Building Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta businesses, community organizations, and property owners for building improvements in eligible locations. Funding is intended to repair and upgrade eligible commercial, institutional, mixed-use, and apartment buildings and properties. The program...

GrantWatch ID#: 214833

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits for Neighborhood Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for neighborhood improvement projects. Applicants are required to contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for activities including landscaping, signage,...

GrantWatch ID#: 214953

Grants to Nova Scotia Organizations to Obtain Insurance Coverage

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to Nova Scotia nonprofit community-based organizations in eligible regions to help offset the cost of insurance. The purpose of the program is to encourage organizations to obtain insurance coverage and to facilitate the purchase of insuranc...

GrantWatch ID#: 214962

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Initiatives to Support Campaigns an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and initiatives to support campaigns and protests. Funding is intended to support a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to housing rights, climate, workers' rights, antiracism, animal rights, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215097

Grants to Alberta Community Organizations for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta community organizations in eligible regions for long-lasting capital projects. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for enduring projects that improve the operations of the regional landfill...

GrantWatch ID#: 215184

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies for programs that benefit local communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that focus on public safety, education, inclusion and diversity, community development and e...

GrantWatch ID#: 215276

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, For-Profits, Indigenous Organizations, and Agriculture Businesses...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada nonprofit, for-profit, and Indigenous organizations, and agriculture and farm businesses for research to adopt clean technologies. Applicants are required to submit a pre-application prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to encour...

GrantWatch ID#: 215378

Grants to USA and Canada Healthcare Nonprofits to Enhance Health Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit healthcare organizations for activities to enhance health services and medical knowledge. Funding is intended to improve the delivery of healthcare and access to care for patients, as well as to advance education and understandin...

GrantWatch ID#: 215394

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Access Technology at a Reduced Ra...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to have access to the funding source's technology at a reduced rate. Participating nonprofits may use the technology to improve their operations and increase productivity, thereby boosting thei...

GrantWatch ID#: 215697

Grants to British Columbia Registered Charities for Initiatives to Benefit the Community in El...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia registered charities for initiatives to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for grass-roots charities that have many volunteers and that dedicate their efforts to the betterment of the community. Eligible organ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215793

Grants to Alberta Charities for Projects that Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta registered charities in eligible regions for projects that improve the quality of life for residents. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: education, medicine, children's services, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215794

Grants to British Columbia Organizations, Businesses, and Individuals for Programs that Benefi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia organizations, businesses, and individuals for programs that benefit residents throughout the province. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: health, education, and arts and culture. Particu...

GrantWatch ID#: 215796

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Benefit Disad...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and international nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit disadvantaged populations. The purpose of the funding is to break down obstacles to economic progress and broaden access to opportunity, contributing to a more in...

GrantWatch ID#: 215853

Grants to Canada Registered Charities to Benefit Residents in the Eligible Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Canada registered charities to benefit residents in the eligible communities. Funding is intended to support youth and child mental health and increase access to healthy food options. Applicants serving residents in British Columbia, Alb...

GrantWatch ID#: 215854

Grants to Canada Nonprofits for Projects that Benefit Underserved Children and Youth

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit underserved children and youth. Applicants are required to submit an expression of interest prior to a full grant application. Focus areas for funding include mental health, economic and educationa...

GrantWatch ID#: 215859

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Capital Improvements to Educational, C...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for capital funding in eligible areas. Funding is intended for the acquisition or enhancement of facilities that are used by education, cultural affairs, and social and health services. Grant recipie...

GrantWatch ID#: 215860

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Grassroots Initiatives, and Social Giving Groups to Ben...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, grassroots initiatives, and social giving groups for programs and projects to benefit communities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: the environment, education, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215881

Grants to Canada Organizations for Initiatives to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada organizations for initiatives to improve the quality of life for residents. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: youth, seniors, new immigrants, and the environment. Funding is intended for tangible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215892

Grants to Canada Nonprofits for Programs and Projects to Create Positive Change in Eligible Re...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to create positive change in eligible regions. Areas of focus include education, the environment, health and welfare, community services, and arts and culture. Requests must align with the funder's...

GrantWatch ID#: 215895

Grants to Canada Donees, Charities, and Municipalities for Projects, Programs, and Activities ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada qualified donees, registered charities, and municipalities for projects, programs, and activities to benefit the community. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: health, education, and arts and humanities. The F...

GrantWatch ID#: 215901

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Groups for Capital Projects to Benefit the Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations and groups for capital projects to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include the environment, education, recreation, heritage, leisure, culture, arts, youth, seniors, and health. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 216397

Grants to Canada Trail Operators and Organizations for Projects to Improve the Trans Canada Tr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada trail operators and organizations for activities and projects to improve the Trans Canada Trail. Funding is available in the following categories: trail accessibility and inclusion, adaptation and infrastructure, Indigenous knowledge, signage, pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 216530

Grants to Alberta Individuals and Groups for Youth-Led Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $200 to Alberta individuals and grassroots groups in eligible locations for youth-driven activities. Funding is intended to support projects that empower youth to make a positive impact in their communities. The grants provide barrier-free, easy-ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 216992

Grants to Quebec Nonprofits and Indigenous Collectives and Artists in Eligible Regions for Art...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 for Quebec nonprofit organizations and Indigenous collectives, artists, and cultural workers in eligible regions for artistic initiatives. Funding is intended for projects and expenses that are not covered by other grant programs. This progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 216993

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofit Organizations for Large-scale Events that Attract Tourists and...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations for large-scale events that attract tourists and benefit local residents in eligible regions. Eligible uses of funds include marketing, operating, programming, and promotional expenses. Events must take place in the Ci...

GrantWatch ID#: 217135

In-Kind Support to Canada Agencies to Support Cybersecurity Solutions

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to Canada government agencies to support cybersecurity projects. The program is intended to benefit municipal and provincial governments across the country. Applicants will receive access to training, certification opportunities, and cybersecurity ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217142

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits and Groups to Host Events for Participants from...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations and groups in eligible regions to host events for participants from outside the province. Funding is intended for organizations to host conventions, meetings, and sporting events to which at least 75 perc...

GrantWatch ID#: 217505

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Indigenous Nonprofits, and Agencies to Establish or Expand Trans...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, Indigenous nonprofit organizations and communities, and municipalities to establish or expand transit systems in unserved and underserved regions of the province. Applicants are required to register in the grant system pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 217620

Grants to Ontario Individuals and Nonprofit, Charitable, or Volunteer Organizations for Use of...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to Ontario individuals and to nonprofit, charitable, or volunteer organizations for use of event space for activities and programs in eligible areas. This program is intended to contribute to the positive image of the areas by encouraging ev...

GrantWatch ID#: 217627

Grants to Ontario Individuals and Nonprofit, Charitable, or Volunteer Organizations to Support...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Ontario individuals and to nonprofit, charitable, or volunteer organizations to support activities and programs in eligible areas. These grants are intended to contribute to the positive image of the areas by encouraging events that respo...

GrantWatch ID#: 217628

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Benefit the Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia registered nonprofit societies and charities to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that enrich the lives of residents, enhance community well-being, and promote community pride and engagement. E...

GrantWatch ID#: 217691

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Nonprofits, and Groups to Promote Alter...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, nonprofit organizations, and groups to promote alternatives to meat consumption. Eligible types of projects include the introduction of plant-based menus in institutions, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 217905

Grants to British Columbia Equity-Seeking Individuals, Organizations, and Groups for Community...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to British Columbia equity-seeking individuals, organizations, groups, and collectives for arts and cultural activities that unite communities in eligible regions. Priority will be placed on activities that benefit Indigenous, Black, and Peopl...

GrantWatch ID#: 218091

Grants to Canada Registered Charities and Donees for Programs that Benefit Indigenous Youth

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 and grants of up to $50,000 to Canada registered charities and donees for programs and projects that benefit Indigenous youth. Grant types include project grants and general operating support. Focus areas for funding include economic opport...

GrantWatch ID#: 218243

Grants to Canada Nonprofits for Programs to Address Climate Change

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to address climate change and reduce emissions. Applicants are required to submit an expression of interest prior to a full grant application. Priority is given to activities that focus on underser...

GrantWatch ID#: 218244

Grants to Yukon Municipalities and First Nations for Infrastructure Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Yukon municipalities and First Nations for infrastructure improvements. Funding is available for a broad range of activities to improve roads, highways, railways, internet services, public transportation, recreational and sports infrastructure, tourism, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218325

Grants to Canada Charities and Donees for Initiatives to Effect Policy Change

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada registered charities and qualified donees for initiatives to effect policy change. Certain applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Eligible projects align with one of the following areas of interest: education, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218453

Grants to Canada Organizations for Initiatives to Address the Needs of the Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada organizations for initiatives to address the needs of the community. Eligible areas of interest include education, sustainability, community development, arts and culture, and health. Particular attention is paid to projects that support women, DE...

GrantWatch ID#: 218470

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Public Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations for community development projects in eligible locations. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to promote public infrastructure for current and future residents and to pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 218501

Grants to British Columbia Search and Rescue Organizations in Eligible Locations to Support Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia search and rescue organizations in eligible locations to support projects. Applicants will need to briefly summarize their project and describe why it is necessary for the organization. Preference will be given to organizations that offe...

GrantWatch ID#: 218651

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, Grassroots Organizations, CBOs, Leaders, ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, grassroots, and community-based organizations, leaders, and social enterprises to support programs led by women. Funding is intended to foster advocacy, leadership, and sustainable development. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 218760

Grants to Quebec Artists with Disabilities in Eligible Regions for Assistance in Receiving Fun...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Quebec artists with disabilities in eligible regions for assistance in receiving grant funding and completing arts projects. The purpose of the grant program is to cover the costs of artists with disabilities or hearing loss who are seeking funding or ha...

GrantWatch ID#: 218765

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Address the Health ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that address the health and welfare of children. Funding is intended to support causes and organizations that make a positive difference in children's li...

GrantWatch ID#: 218942

Grants to Alberta and Saskatchewan Nonprofits and Businesses to Support Downtown Neighborhoods

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,500 to Alberta and Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations and businesses for events that promote eligible downtown neighborhoods. Funding is intended for events that generate income for the area, are free to the public, support arts, culture, and sports...

GrantWatch ID#: 218964
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