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

Explore 1,186 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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1,186 grants found

Grants to Alberta Pet Rescue Nonprofits for Animal Rescue and Adoption Services in Eligible Lo...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Alberta nonprofit pet rescue organizations for animal rescue and adoption services in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and initiatives that support medical and dental care, pet identification, and behavior training cla...

GrantWatch ID#: 223079

Grants to Alberta Community Groups in Eligible Locations for Community Engagement Projects

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta community groups, societies, and associations in eligible locations for community engagement projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to foster social connections and strengthen communi...

GrantWatch ID#: 223174

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Cultural Organizations, Museums, Archives, and Librar...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International cultural organizations, museums, archives, historic houses, and libraries for activities to advance awareness of collections conservation. Funding is intended for programs and projects that assist underresou...

GrantWatch ID#: 223404

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Low-Cost and Advanced Antigen Tests

Deadline: 02/11/28 LOI Date: 09/15/26

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International commercial, academic, and nonprofit organizations to develop low-cost and advanced antigen tests. This is a competition that consists of two parts, the second of which requires a Letter of Intent to be submitted prior to a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223884

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations for Initiatives to Serve Financially Vulnerable Individ...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA and Canada organizations for initiatives to serve financially vulnerable individuals. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: workforce development, fighting hunger, education, and supporting veterans by a...

GrantWatch ID#: 225434

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Faculty of Academic Institutions for Workshops, Confe...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International faculty members of academic institutions for workshops, conferences, and seminars that increase understanding of Chinese society and culture. Funding is intended to support research related to Chinese studi...

GrantWatch ID#: 225856

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Address Community Needs Exacerbated by ...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to address community needs exacerbated by COVID-19. Areas of focus include scientific education, local community support for underserved populations, and promoting access to public healthcare. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 226272

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Ovarian Cancer Clinical Trials

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 09/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International public entities and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for ovarian cancer clinical trials. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full application. Funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 230072

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Equine Veterina...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education to provide equine veterinarian education. Funding is intended for courses geared towards emerging equine veterinarians (1-5 years ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231076

Grants to Alberta Registered Charities and Qualified Donees for Projects to Benefit Eligible C...

Deadline: 09/16/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta registered charities and qualified donees for resident-led projects to benefit local communities in eligible regions. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that promote lea...

GrantWatch ID#: 164757

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Pilot Pancreatic Research Projects

Deadline: 10/07/26 LOI Date: 09/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, public entities, and IHEs for pilot research projects in the focus area of pancreatic cancer. Applicants must submit a pre-application and complete the required registrations prior to...

GrantWatch ID#: 214921

Grants to Ontario Artists and Organizations to Produce Musical Works in Any Genre

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to Ontario artists, groups, and nonprofit organizations to promote the field of music throughout the province. Funding is intended to support activities that are accessible to the general community and that engage local residents. Eligible areas include, bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 154661

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Municipalities for New Spaces that Promote Active Living

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants of $50,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, community groups, school councils, and municipalities for new amenities and facilities that promote community health and wellness. Funding is intended to support public spaces that promote active living. Progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 157585

Grants to Ontario Artists, Nonprofits, and Groups for Multidisciplinary Art

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to Ontario professional artists, nonprofit arts organizations, collectives, groups, and other organizations to create, produce, and present multidisciplinary works of art, arts activities, and events. Funding may also be used to support professional develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 175548

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Older Adults

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit older adults. Funding is intended to improve the lives of elderly Jewish individuals. The goal of the funding program is to ensure that older adults and their c...

GrantWatch ID#: 183073

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Sustainability Initiatives

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for initiatives that support and build sustainable communities. Funding areas of interest include healthcare, food security, mental health, child welfare, education, Indigenous support, and homelessness...

GrantWatch ID#: 191720

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Charitable Organizations to Benefit Vulnerable Residents

Deadline: 10/20/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit and charitable organizations for programs that benefit vulnerable residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support human service projects and programs in the areas of well-being, safety, and health. Funds may be used for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 163799

Grants to Ontario Nonprofit Registered Charities for Health and Human Service Projects

Deadline: 10/20/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit registered charities for health and human service programs that benefit vulnerable residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support impactful projects in the areas of well-being, safety, and health. Funds may be used for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 163800

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Artists to Present Art Programming in Local Libraries

Deadline: 10/06/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants of $20,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations, artists, and collectives in eligible locations to present art programming to local public libraries. The purpose of the program is to support artists' engagement with the community. Eligible uses of funds ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172829

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Researcher or Graduate Student for Research on Anxiet...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grant of $7,500 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career researcher or graduate student for psychological research. Funding is intended to support the exploration of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. Eligible uses of funds are for basic and clinical re...

GrantWatch ID#: 183488

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Graduate Student or Psychologist for Work-Related Res...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grant of $19,000 to a USA, Canada, or International graduate student or psychologist affiliated with a nonprofit institution or government entity for work-related psychological research and educational projects. Funding is intended to support activities that explo...

GrantWatch ID#: 190442

Grants and Loans to Ontario For-Profits, IHEs, and Nonprofits to Advance the Forestry and Wood...

Deadline: 10/26/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants and loans to Ontario forest sector businesses, IHEs, and forest-sector related nonprofit organizations to advance the forestry and wood products industry throughout the Province. Applicants must submit a first-stage application prior to applying. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 190895

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Research Groups to Devise Mental Health Interve...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International research groups affiliated with IHEs, hospitals, research institutions, nonprofit organizations, enterprises, and governments to participate in a contest to devise mental health interventions. The purpose of the oppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 229520

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Healthcare Organizations to Support Seniors

Deadline: 10/23/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Canada nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, municipalities, and healthcare organizations to improve the quality of life for seniors. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Eligible focus...

GrantWatch ID#: 231963

Grants to British Columbia Tribes and Agencies to Improve Access to Physical Activities

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to British Columbia Indigenous and local governments to develop or expand physical activity opportunities. Funding is intended to create accessible, inclusive, and supportive recreational projects. The grant program seeks to encourage physi...

GrantWatch ID#: 232123

Grants to Alberta Registered Charities and Qualified Donees to Enhance Local Communities

Deadline: 09/20/26

Grants to Alberta registered charities and qualified donees in eligible locations for initiatives that improve the quality of life for residents and local communities. Funding is intended to support activities that strengthen communities and embrace diversity. App...

GrantWatch ID#: 158175

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Operational and Project Support for Community Events

Deadline: 09/20/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations and societies in eligible regions for operational and project support for community events. Funding is intended for administrative expenses and facility operating costs for long-standing events and festiva...

GrantWatch ID#: 230462

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, and Universities to...

Deadline: 09/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, and universities to participate in a competition to address the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Eligible individuals are between the ages of 18 and 35. Contest categories include climate ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227354

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Community and Family Services

Deadline: 09/22/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for community and family services. Funding is intended for preventative services, programs, and early intervention activities. Programs may promote coping skills, crisis resistance, interpersonal skil...

GrantWatch ID#: 148030

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Melanoma Survivor Research

Deadline: 10/14/26 LOI Date: 09/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International public entities and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for research related to survivors of melanoma. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 214909

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities to Recruit Melanoma Research Scholars

Deadline: 10/14/26 LOI Date: 09/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International public entities and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to recruit scholars to participate in an academy to pursue melanoma research projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrat...

GrantWatch ID#: 214911

Grants, Loans, and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Businesses for E...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants, loans, and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and businesses for activities that foster economic growth in eligible locations. Applicants should contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 190907

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual or Organization for Strides in Worldwide S...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or organization in recognition of tremendous strides in the area of worldwide security. The purpose of the award is to honor unique contributions in areas including technology, research publications, new initiati...

GrantWatch ID#: 223425

Grants to Ontario Professional Dance Artists, Groups, and Nonprofits for Professional Developm...

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Ontario professional dance artists, groups, collectives, and nonprofit organizations for the creation of dance presentations and for professional development. Funding is intended for the production, presentation, and development of live and virtual dance...

GrantWatch ID#: 154658

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Glaucoma Studies

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers at nonprofit organizations and institutions for research that expands knowledge of glaucoma and addresses prevention and treatment. Funding is intended to help support studies that spearhead new research that co...

GrantWatch ID#: 162013

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Music Performances and Operations

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit music presenting and performing organizations for musical performances, operating support, and professional development. New applicants are required to create an account, and some applicants require approval prior...

GrantWatch ID#: 180259

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Community Groups for Projects to Beautify Municipal Property

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations and community groups for projects to beautify municipal property in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects in the following categories: signage, streetscape and park improvements, general community bea...

GrantWatch ID#: 205655

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Clinical Psychological Research

Deadline: 10/15/26 LOI Date: 09/24/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International public entities and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for clinical research related to psychological conditions and/or head trauma. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete the required registrations prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 214968

Grants to Canada Researchers for Research Studies Related to Aging and Health

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible post-secondary institutions, hospitals, and research facilities for research studies related to aging and health. The purpose of funding is to increase understanding of the impacts that biology, psychology, eco...

GrantWatch ID#: 231514

Grants to British Columbia Organizations and Individuals to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/24/26

Grants to British Columbia community-based organizations, nonprofit societies, registered charities, service organizations, and individuals to address needs that affect local residents and communities in eligible locations. Certain applicants must contact program ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160765

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Betterment Projects

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to British Columbia registered charities, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible regions. Eligible focus areas include mental health, basic needs, housing stability, and capacity building. Eligible uses of fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 147784

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Local Sports, Culture, and Recreatio...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to provide local residents with sports, recreation, and cultural programming. Funding is intended to help local nonprofit organizations improve, expand, and maintain opportunities for residents of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159030

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Robotics Teams to Participate in Youth STEM Contests

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico robotics teams associated with schools or nonprofit organizations to participate in youth STEM contests. Funding may be used for team registration, field setup kits, and robot parts or kits. Funding is intended to enable teams to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172816

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Cultural and Recreational Se...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and groups in eligible areas to develop and expand cultural and recreational services. Funding is intended to support new programs, the expansion of current programs, new or expanded special events, special projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 177708

Grants to Alberta Arts Nonprofits, Charities, Indigenous Arts Organizations, and Grassroots Or...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta nonprofit arts organizations, registered charities, grassroots organizations, and Indigenous arts entities in eligible regions for the preliminary planning stages required to address organizational issues. Interested applicants ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 220510

Grants to Prince Edward Island Nonprofits for Wildlife Conservation Activities

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Prince Edward Island nonprofit organizations for environmental protection activities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: education, natural areas, habitat restoration and enhancement, research, and monito...

GrantWatch ID#: 229680

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Substance Use Disorder Research

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and agencies for substance use disorder research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research on the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230165

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Research on...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and tribal governments for research on the topic of cancer metastasis. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to subm...

GrantWatch ID#: 230182

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Environmental Protection Studies

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with nonprofit organizations, IHEs, research institutions, or businesses for environmental protection studies. The purpose of funding is to advance understanding of pollution mitigation strategies to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232045

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Costs Associated with Hosting Sporting Events

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations to host sporting events in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to offset costs associated with hosting or bidding for new and inaugural events a...

GrantWatch ID#: 159233
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Can newly formed 501(c)(3) organizations apply for these grants?

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