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Grants for State, Local, Municipal & Tribal Governments

Find 3,179 active, human-verified grants for state and local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations, cities, counties, school districts, and public agencies. Explore funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers across the United States, Canada, and internationally, updated daily.

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3,179 grants found

Grants to Alabama Agencies to Improve Access to Local Industrial Areas

Deadline: 01/08/27

Grants to Alabama local government agencies to develop and create roads and bridges that allow the public to reach industrial areas. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support industries that are committed to new investme...

GrantWatch ID#: 198144

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Counties for General Operating Su...

Deadline: 01/08/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible counties for general operating support. Funding is intended to support organizations in a wide range of focus areas, including visual arts, history, culture, commu...

GrantWatch ID#: 219710

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 02/21/27 LOI Date: 01/10/27

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is available for program support, operati...

GrantWatch ID#: 221516

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofit, Government, Religious, and Educational Organizations to Benefit...

Deadline: 01/11/27

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit, governmental, religious, and educational organizations to benefit women and girls in eligible counties. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a proposal. Eligible programs must provide opportunities for or me...

GrantWatch ID#: 165212

Grants to California Entities for Fast EV Chargers

Deadline: 01/14/27

Grants to California property agents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, government entities, and Tribes to acquire and install fast EV chargers throughout the state. Funding is intended for installation in public locations including medical facilities, grocery ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219953

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $20,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government entities to enhance the local quality of life in eligible areas. Focus areas include health and safety, youth empowerment, community betterment, and opportunity and access. Proposals should ben...

GrantWatch ID#: 131215

Grants to Pennsylvania Municipalities, Schools, and Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations fo...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Pennsylvania municipalities, schools, and nonprofit and faith-based organizations for pre-K educational programming in eligible regions. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to enhance existing, established pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 152264

Grants to Washington Nonprofits for Programs that Address the Needs of Communities

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for specific projects or general operational support. Grants can be u...

GrantWatch ID#: 164202

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits and Agencies to Address the Needs of Local Communities

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations and government agencies for a broad range of projects and programs that enrich the lives of local residents in eligible regions. Highest priority is given to proposals addressing residents' medical needs. Programs and proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 166000

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and agencies to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to support projects in the interest areas of health and safety, youth empowerment, communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 166213

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Projects

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $25,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations, tribal and government agencies, and faith-based organizations for community projects in eligible areas. Funding is intended for sustainable projects that contribute to a healthy, caring, and vibrant co...

GrantWatch ID#: 166215

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies inEligible Areas for Programs that ...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, IHEs, government agencies, and churches in eligible areas for projects that benefit local communities. Priority funding is intended for original and ambitious projects that are seeking "seed mone...

GrantWatch ID#: 172086

Grants to Texas Arts Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Districts for Arts Projects and Program...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit arts organizations, government agencies, organizations of color, arts providers, and cultural districts for projects that use the arts to benefit residents across the state. Funding is intended for a range of programs and activities withi...

GrantWatch ID#: 172841

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Self-Sufficiency and Community Developme...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Colorado nonprofits and government agencies for programs and projects that strengthen communities and families. Priority is given to activities that focus on community development, promoting self-sufficiency, and assisting the economical...

GrantWatch ID#: 173430

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and agencies to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and initiatives in the areas of opportunity and access, health and safety, vibran...

GrantWatch ID#: 176483

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Lives of Residents

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the lives of residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of health, safety, vibrant communities, opportunity and access, and youth empowe...

GrantWatch ID#: 176667

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits and Agencies to Maintain and Improve Public Shooting Ranges

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Arizona nonprofit organizations and government agencies for the improvement and operation of publicly accessible shooting ranges. Funding is intended to develop and enhance shooting ranges and to support their maintenance and operation. The goal is for h...

GrantWatch ID#: 176940

Grants to Montana Nonprofits, Agencies, Hospitals, and Schools to Enhance the Quality of Life ...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $3,000 to Montana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and hospitals to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of education, community a...

GrantWatch ID#: 177041

Grants to Maine Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 03/01/27 LOI Date: 01/15/27

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and government agencies for programs that benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support programs in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 177066

Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Schools to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, institutions of higher education, and faith-based entities to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible areas. Certain applicants must contact program staff before applying. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 177329

Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Bar Associations, and Agencies to Enhance the Legal System

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, bar associations, and state entities to enhance the justice system. Some applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for programs that address the legal needs of the underserved, promote legal...

GrantWatch ID#: 177597

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs, Capital Projects, and Operations

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government entities to enhance eligible communities. Funding is intended to support proposals in the following areas of focus: vibrant communities, youth empowerment, health, safety, and opportunity and access. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 179906

Grants to Missouri Academic, Public, and Special Libraries for Digitization Projects

Deadline: 03/15/27 LOI Date: 01/15/27

Grants to Missouri academic, public, and special libraries to digitize historical resources and newspapers. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full application. Funding is intended for projects that involve primary sources related to Mis...

GrantWatch ID#: 188146

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Underserved Children and Youth

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $20,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in eligible regions to benefit underserved children and youth. Applicants must view a webinar before applying. Funding is intended for expanded or new projects and progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 196611

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Environmental Initiatives

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, academic institutions, soil and water conservation districts, and tribes in eligible regions for environmental and conservation initiatives. Funding is intended for environmental education programmin...

GrantWatch ID#: 200550

Grants to USA Agencies, Tribes, and Water Districts for Water Recycling Projects

Deadline: 08/26/27 LOI Date: 01/15/27

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, Tribes, and water districts for water recycling projects in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed and a feasibility study submitted prior to applying. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 211719

Grants to Iowa Agencies and Nonprofits to Better the Quality of Life of Local Residents

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Iowa government entities and nonprofit organizations to better the quality of life of local residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support activities in the following focus areas: health, opportunity, access, safety, youth empowerment, and v...

GrantWatch ID#: 211800

Grants to North Carolina Agencies and Nonprofits for Environmental Conservation Projects

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $50,000 to North Carolina state and local government agencies and nonprofit organizations for environmental protection and preservation projects. Funding is intended for transaction, management, and stewardship expenses incurred when receiving dona...

GrantWatch ID#: 212509

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions, for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for collaborative projects, involving two or more eligible organizations. E...

GrantWatch ID#: 215408

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA Agencies and Water Districts for Desalination Projec...

Deadline: 08/27/27 LOI Date: 01/15/27

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA local, state, and tribal governments, water and irrigation districts, and wastewater districts for desalination projects in multiple states. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed and a fea...

GrantWatch ID#: 216527

Grants to Pennsylvania Public Schools to Improve Student Attendance

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $1,000 to Pennsylvania public schools in eligible locations to improve student attendance. Funding is intended for specific programs within a set time frame. The grant aims to improve attendance, as students who attend school regularly are more lik...

GrantWatch ID#: 223623

Grants to USA and International Nonprofits, NGOs, and Government Ministries to Protect Children

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations, registered charities, NGOs, and government ministries for initiatives to address the mistreatment of children in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support research, advocacy, education, and direct s...

GrantWatch ID#: 225847

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, For-Profits, Schools, and Agencies to Replant Neighborhood Tree...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, CBOs, schools, IHEs, and agencies to replant trees following neighborhood transportation construction. Applicants are required to obtain approval prior to submitting an applic...

GrantWatch ID#: 229625

Grants to South Dakota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Property Owners to Preserve and Restore Histo...

Deadline: 01/18/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to South Dakota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and individual property owners to interpret and protect historic sites and structures in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote the preservation, restoration, and int...

GrantWatch ID#: 180695

Grants to New Mexico Entities for Equitable Youth Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 02/26/27 Conference Date: 01/20/27

Grants of up to $40,000 to New Mexico Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, municipalities, counties, nonprofit organizations, public preschools, K-12 schools, public school districts, and public colleges and universities for outdoor recreation programs serving youth aged 18 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231692

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies for Outdoor and Natural Resource Projects

Deadline: 03/11/27 LOI Date: 01/21/27

Grants to Colorado land conservation organizations, local governments, special districts, and state agencies for activities to develop outdoor recreation and natural resources projects. Applicants must submit a concept paper and contact staff prior to applying. Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 160687

Grants to Colorado Agencies and Organizations for Land Conservation Projects

Deadline: 03/11/27 LOI Date: 01/21/27

Grants to Colorado local governments, state agencies, land conservation organizations, and special districts for land conservation projects. Applicants must contact staff and submit a concept paper prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that protect a...

GrantWatch ID#: 197362

Grants to Colorado Agencies, Organizations, and Special Districts for Outdoor Projects

Deadline: 03/11/27 LOI Date: 01/21/27

Grants to Colorado local governments, state agencies, land conservation organizations, and special districts for outdoor projects that enhance the quality of life for local communities. Applicants must contact staff and submit a concept paper prior to applying. Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 197365

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Out-of-School Activities

Deadline: 01/21/27

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, schools, educational institutions, and government agencies to expand out-of-school opportunities for children in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that benefit children ages 3 to 8 who live in unde...

GrantWatch ID#: 217051

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Prevent Homelessness

Deadline: 01/21/27

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for programs and projects that prevent homelessness for children and families in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide range of initiatives and services ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217634

Grants to Pennsylvania and New Jersey Nonprofits and Agencies for Green Space Planning

Deadline: 01/21/27

Grants to Pennsylvania and New Jersey nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for green space planning activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community-driven projects to expand and improve green spaces. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 217637

Grants to Pennsylvania and New Jersey Nonprofits and Agencies for Outdoor Programming Access

Deadline: 01/21/27

Grants to Pennsylvania and New Jersey nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for initiatives to increase access to outdoor programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance public spaces and the health and wellne...

GrantWatch ID#: 217638

Grants to Minnesota Public Entities for Historic Preservation Projects

Deadline: 03/05/27 LOI Date: 01/22/27

Grants to Minnesota local public entities for historic preservation projects to preserve or restore buildings, improve accessibility, and upgrade building systems. A pre-application must be submitted prior to submitting a final application. Eligible projects must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 134710

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Charitable Community Projects

Deadline: 02/18/27 LOI Date: 01/22/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based organizations for charitable programs and projects addressing community needs in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to applying for th...

GrantWatch ID#: 176693

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Educational Institutions for Collaborati...

Deadline: 03/05/27 LOI Date: 01/22/27

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and educational institutions to form and support collaborations between cultural and history organizations. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to applying. Funding is intended fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 197791

Grants to New Hampshire Municipalities for Community Development

Deadline: 01/25/27

Grants to New Hampshire municipalities in eligible regions for housing, economic development, and community-based initiatives to benefit lower to middle-income residents. Applicants should contact the funding source to review potential projects prior to submitting...

GrantWatch ID#: 178729

Grants to Maine Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, Tribes, and Libraries for Humanities Programs

Deadline: 01/26/27

Grants of up to $7,500 to Maine nonprofit organizations, government agencies, institutions of higher education, schools, faith-based and tribal entities, and libraries for large-scale humanities programs. Funding is intended for projects and activities, including ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176559

Grants to Arkansas Counties to Rehabilitate Historic Court Buildings

Deadline: 01/27/27

Grants to Arkansas counties to promote the preservation of historic buildings throughout the state. Funding is intended for planning, rehabilitation, and restoration work to eligible county courthouses. The goal of the program is to extend the integrity of structu...

GrantWatch ID#: 178000

Grants to Virginia Entities to Preserve Natural and Cultural Resources

Deadline: 03/17/27 Conference Date: 01/27/27

Grants to Virginia individuals, nonprofit organizations, and localities to protect cultural and natural resources and increase community access to open areas. Funding is intended to preserve a range of resources, such as forests and farms, and to provide public ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 193603

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address the Needs of Youth

Deadline: 01/29/27

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to enhance the lives of youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that address the needs of young residents, empower youth, and enrich the community. Elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 176112
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