The AI for Economic Opportunity Fund is a partnership between the GitLab Foundation and OpenAI that awards at least $4 million in demonstration grants to 16 U.S.-based nonprofits using AI to measurably improve economic mobility for low-income populations. Each selected organization receives $250,000 in catalytic funding, six months of technical support from OpenAI engineers and industry experts, API credits, and mentorship. The demonstration phase runs from February through August 2026, concluding with a Demo Day at OpenAI's San Francisco headquarters. Successful demonstrators become eligible for additional scaling capital from partner philanthropies. Organizations can submit up to three concept notes focusing on AI solutions that unlock siloed data, expand agent interoperability, reduce service delivery costs, personalize learning, validate skills, and strengthen labor market intelligence.

The LinkedIn Future of Work Fund 2026 is a global philanthropic grant initiative that doubled its commitment to $3 million for 2026 to help nonprofit organizations prepare young people for a rapidly changing labor market shaped by artificial intelligence. Building on the inaugural 2025 round, the fund provides unrestricted grants of $200,000-$300,000 to organizations demonstrating clear approaches to AI literacy and digital skills training, career pathways using AI-enabled tools, and workforce adaptability programs. The fund prioritizes organizations serving young adults aged 18-24 facing structural barriers to employment, with geographic focus on France, Germany, India, United Kingdom, and United States. Selected organizations receive monetary grants plus strategic assistance from LinkedIn's workforce development ecosystem. Applications are reviewed by LinkedIn's Social Impact team along with an external panel of workforce development and AI experts.

The ARISE (Advancing Responsible and Gender-Inclusive AI Capacity in Africa's Higher Education Ecosystem) Project offers PhD scholarships and postdoctoral fellowships hosted at African institutions for AI research and development. The program aims to build responsible AI capacity across Africa's higher education ecosystem with a focus on gender inclusivity and ethical AI. ARISE offers 10 PhD scholarships for doctoral students at accredited African higher education institutions and 6 postdoctoral fellowships at recognized African AI research institutions. Research must align with responsible AI in ATPS thematic areas. The program provides research funding, stipends, mentorship from experienced researchers, conference and workshop access, and networking opportunities within the African AI research community. This program addresses the critical need for indigenous AI research capacity in Africa, ensuring that AI development on the continent is shaped by African researchers with local context and priorities.

The Alibaba Cloud AI Catalyst Program supports AI-focused startups and global AI firms with comprehensive resources including up to $120,000 in lifetime cloud credits, 2 billion free Model Studio tokens for access to Alibaba's generative AI platform, 1:1 Office Hours with AI experts covering products, solutions, and infrastructure, POC coupons, and invitations to Alibaba Cloud events worldwide. The program is designed to help AI startups accelerate their growth with technical, educational, and networking resources. Applications are reviewed within 4-5 business days, and successful applicants are notified via email. The program provides access to Alibaba Cloud's GPU infrastructure including H100s in the Singapore region, making it particularly attractive for APAC-focused AI startups. The promotion period runs from April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026.

Changing Aging Grants is a grant program from the NextFifty Initiative that funds systems-level and programmatic innovations aimed at making aging more affordable for older adults (age 50+) and the organizations that serve them. The program prioritizes approaches that target root causes of systemic issues—such as inequality and inefficiency—rather than treating symptoms alone, emphasizing structural policy transformation, community-level change, and sustainable long-term outcomes. Eligible applicants include governmental entities, higher education institutions, nonprofits with 501(c)(3)/(c)(4)/(c)(6) status, and nonprofits with fiscal sponsors. Projects must focus on aging populations or caregivers. The application deadline is April 2, 2026; award amounts are not publicly specified.

Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Program Funding is sponsored by Dutchess County Department of Community and Family Services, Division of Youth Services. Funds free youth programming services including runaway and homeless youth services. Programs must be grounded in Positive Youth Development framework and address areas such as economic security, physical and emotional health, education, and civic engagement.

Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Grants 2026 is sponsored by National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) with EPA, NRCS, and U.S. Forest Service. Funds on-the-ground conservation projects protecting and restoring water quality, species, and habitats in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Includes agricultural runoff management, green stormwater infrastructure, and innovative watershed management approaches.

RoboBench: Shared Infrastructure for Commercialization Readiness is a capital grant from the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (MassTech) that funds the development of shared robotics infrastructure across Massachusetts to accelerate hardware commercialization. Supported through the Mass Leads Act, the program prioritizes cross-sector robotics capabilities such as manufacturing facilities and testing platforms that benefit multiple industry users. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts-based nonprofit entities and public or private institutions of higher education focused on commercializing hardware-based robotic technologies. Applicants must demonstrate genuine collaboration with key industry partners. MassTech expects to award multiple grants ranging from $250,000 to $2,000,000. The full application deadline is April 3, 2026, with a 25% cash or in-kind match required.

The Trail Blazers Foundation Fund is a grant from the Oregon Community Foundation, supported by the Portland Trail Blazers, that funds nonprofit organizations throughout Oregon and southwest Washington serving youth and families from historically underserved and marginalized communities. Grants are available through three funding streams: LIVE Greener (connecting youth with the environment for education, preservation, or employment), LEARN (supporting youth through high school), and PLAY (getting kids and families active). Organizations may apply for general operating or program-specific support but may only apply for one funding stream per year. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations in Oregon and southwest Washington. The 2026 application window ran from March 9 to April 3, with award notifications expected in mid-July. Award amounts vary.

The NSF CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service program funds institutions to establish or expand educational programs blending AI and cybersecurity. The Scholarship Track supports student scholarships requiring post-graduation government service in AI or cybersecurity roles covering tuition stipends and professional development. The Innovation Track funds curriculum development, faculty professional development, and experiential learning innovations in AI and cybersecurity. Up to 25 projects funded per fiscal year. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and commit to government service matching their scholarship duration. Builds upon the CyberCorps SFS program which has operated since 2001. Informational webinar held February 27 2026.

NIPSCO Environmental Action Grant is a grant from Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) that funds environmental restoration and education projects in northern Indiana. Eligible projects must be located within NIPSCO's service area and must demonstrate a clear environmental benefit to local communities. Awards range from $500 to $5,000. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations as well as municipalities and non-governmental organizations without 501(c)(3) status that are engaged in qualifying environmental work. The application deadline is April 3, 2026.

Pay-for-Performance Incentive Payments Program is a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration that funds organizations working to expand the national Registered Apprenticeship system. With approximately $145 million available, the program awards cooperative agreements to entities developing new apprenticeship programs or scaling existing ones, with a focus on reducing barriers for program sponsors through performance-based incentive payments. Priority industries include shipbuilding and defense, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, nuclear energy, healthcare, information technology, transportation, and telecommunications. Eligible applicants include state agencies, national industry associations, labor-management organizations, economic development entities, workforce intermediaries, and professional consulting organizations. The application deadline is April 3, 2026.

Pay‑for‑Performance (PfP) Incentive Payments Program – DOL/ETA is a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration that funds the rapid expansion of Registered Apprenticeship programs across key industries. The program will award up to five cooperative agreements with a four-year period of performance, offering per-apprentice incentive payments to program sponsors in designated industries including Shipbuilding and Defense Industrial Base, Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductor, Nuclear Energy Infrastructure, Information Technology, Healthcare, Transportation, and Telecommunication. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, community and faith-based organizations, for-profit entities, institutions of higher education, labor unions, intermediaries, and state and local governments. The deadline to apply is April 3, 2026.

SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund is a grant from SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) that funds students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket industry. This annual scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $5,000 to help cover educational costs for students passionate about the specialty equipment market sector. Eligible applicants include high school seniors and college students in the United States or Canada who attend accredited universities, colleges, or vocational and technical schools. Applications for the 2026 cycle are open with a deadline of April 3, 2026.

2025-27 Violence and Delinquency Prevention Programs is a competitive grant from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency that funds community-based strategies to prevent youth violence, delinquency, and other problem behaviors. The program supports initiatives that expand diversion and deflection opportunities and promote successful reentry in accordance with Balanced and Restorative Justice guiding principles. A total of 5 million dollars in state funds is available, with PCCD expecting to fund a minimum of 20 grants with budgets up to 250,000 dollars over project periods of up to 24 months. Eligible applicants include local units of government, nonprofit organizations, private providers serving system-involved youth, and institutions of higher education. Applications are due by April 6, 2026.

NIAMS Skin Biology and Diseases Resource-based Center (P30 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is sponsored by National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). This funding opportunity aims to establish resource-based centers to provide essential facilities, services, and resources to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of research conducted by groups of investigators in the field of skin diseases. It focuses on accelerating and enriching ongoing basic, translational, and clinical research aligned with the NIAMS mission. This grant does not permit clinical trials.

Ancillary Studies to Ongoing Clinical Projects (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) is sponsored by National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). NIAMS intends to publish a NOFO for research on ancillary studies that leverage resources from ongoing parent clinical studies (e.g., patient cohorts, infrastructure, data, biological samples). While parent studies can be outside the NIAMS mission, the ancillary study itself must align with the NIAMS mission.

Fire Science Innovations through Research and Education (FIRE) Program is a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) that funds convergent, multidisciplinary research to improve the understanding, prediction, and societal resilience to wildland fire. The program supports research spanning fire behavior, community impacts, infrastructure vulnerability, ecological interactions, and firefighter safety. Eligible applicants include universities, nonprofits, state and local governments, and collaborative teams of scientists, educators, community members, industry partners, and Tribal representatives. Proposals are due April 7, 2026. Award amounts vary based on project scope. NSF requires all proposals to follow the current PAPPG guidelines and updated research security policies.

Patient Safety Prize is sponsored by Elevance Health Foundation. The Elevance Health Foundation's inaugural Patient Safety Prize awards pioneering community-informed solutions that boost patient safety across the United States. Solutions can fall under three categories: Empowering Health Literacy for Safer Patient Care, Innovating to Eliminate Medication Errors, and Promoting Fall-Free Futures. This includes technology-enabled solutions.

The National Quantum Initiative (NQI) Act1aims to ensure the continuing leadership of the United States (U.S.) in quantum information science and technology. In conformance with the NQI goals, an argument2-5was set forth for a renewed emphasis on identifying and fostering early adoption of quantum technologies to transform the field of Quantum Information Science and Engineering (QISE) and to accelerate broader impacts on society. A systematic approach to maturing quantum technology platforms by integrating end-users and potential customers from other fields of science and engineering and other sectors of the economy into cycles of research, development, and demonstration should lower the barriers for end-users to pioneer new applications. NSF support for use-inspired and translational research in QISE, combined with continued strong support of the underlying foundational research, is anticipated to accelerate development of a market for quantum technologies. With this program solicitation, the Foundation is taking the next step in implementing the National Quantum Virtual Laboratory (NQVL) concept as an overarching shared infrastructure designed to facilitate the translation from basic science and engineering to the resultant technology, while at the same time emphasizing and advancing its scientific and technical value. The NQVL aims to develop and utilize use-inspired and application-oriented quantum technologies. In the process, NQVL researchers will explore quantum frontiers6, foster the development of QISE education and workforce development strategies, engage in outreach activities at all levels, and promote input and participation from the full spectrum of talent in QISE, thereby lowering barriers at all entry points of the research enterprise. Engagement with all sectors of the United States (U.S.) QISE community will be necessary for this initiative to succeed, and, indeed, the project is designed to include participation from a full spectrum of organizations who have expertise to contribute. In particular, NSF recognizes that the involvement of industry partners is essential and will welcome these to be a part of the overall structure. Partnerships with other U.S. Federal agencies under the NQI umbrella are also encouraged. While this solicitation lays out the vision for the entire NQVL program that includes Quantum Science and Technology Demonstration (QSTD) projects, support for enabling technologies through Transformative Advances in Quantum Systems (TAQS), as well as a central coordination hub, only proposals for Design- and Implementation-phase QSTDs are solicited at this time. Submission of a QSTD:Design proposal is contingent upon the existence of a QSTD:Pilot project in the same topical area, and the positive recommendation from the Conceptual Design Review of the QSTD:Pilot project. The QSTD:Design project builds on progress made in the QSTD:Pilot phase. Submission of a QSTD:Implementation proposal is contingent upon the existence of a QSTD:Design project in the same topical area, and the positive recommendation from the Preliminary Design Review of the QSTD:Design project. The QSTD:Implementation project builds on progress made in the QSTD:Design phase. It is required that prospective PIs contact the NQVL Program Officer(s) as soon as possible, but not later than two weeks before submitting a proposal in response to this solicitation, to ascertain that the focus and budget of their proposal is appropriate for this solicitation. H.R.6227 - National Quantum Initiative Act,https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/6227 Accelerating Progress Towards Practical Quantum Advantage, A National Science Foundation Project Scoping Workshop (2022),https://arxiv.org/abs/2210.14757 Quantum Computer Systems for Scientific Discovery, PRX Quantum 2, 017001 (2021)https://doi.org/10.1103/PRXQuantum.2.017001 Development of Quantum InterConnects for Next-Generation Information Technologies, PRX Quantum 2, 017002 (2021)https://doi.org/10.1103/PRXQuantum.2.017002 Quantum Simulators: Architectures and Opportunities, PRX Quantum 2, 017003 (2021)https://doi.org/10.1103/PRXQuantum.2.017003 Quantum Frontiers: Report on Community Input to the Nation's Strategy for Quantum Information Science,https://www.quantum.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/QuantumFrontiers.pdf Funding Opportunity Number: 24-586. Assistance Listing: 47.041,47.049,47.070,47.074,47.076,47.084. Funding Instrument: G. Category: ST. Award Amount: $32M total program funding.

Workforce Development for the Energy Transition is sponsored by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's Gulf Research Program. This funding opportunity aims to contribute to the development of a prepared workforce and increase the scientific literacy of Gulf States residents who will become the skilled leaders and professionals of tomorrow. It enables project participants to acquire skills, knowledge, and credentials to enter careers as part of the future energy workforce.

MSCA COFUND 2026 is sponsored by European Commission — Horizon Europe. Expected Outcome: Projects results are expected to contribute to the following outcomes: For supported doctoral candidates or postdoctoral researchers Deeper and more diverse set of research-related and transferable skills and competences; Improved employability and career prospects both within academia and beyond; New mind-sets and approaches to R&I work forged through international, inter-sectoral and interdisciplinary experience; Enhanced networking and communication capacities with scientific peers, as well as with the general public that will increase and broaden the research and innovation impact. For participating organisations Enhanced quality and sustainability of research training; Increased global attractiveness, visibility and reputation of the participating organisation(s); Stronger R&I capacity and output among participating organisations; Increased contribution of the participating organisations to the local, regional and/or national socio-economic ecosystems; Regular feedback of research results into teaching and education at participating organisations Scope: Applicants submit proposals for new or existing doctoral or postdoctoral programmes with an impact on the enhancement of human resources in R&I at regional, national or international level. These programmes will be co-funded by MSCA COFUND. Proposed programmes can cover any research disciplines ("bottom-up"), but exceptionally can also focus on specific disciplines, notably when they are based on national or regional Research and Innovation Strategies for Smart Specialisation (RIS3 strategies). In this case, the range of covered disciplines should allow reasonable flexibility for the researchers to define their topic. Funding synergies with Cohesion Policy Funds and other EU funding sources are strongly encouraged. A Career Development Plan must be jointly established by the supervisor and each recruited researcher upon recruitment. In addition to research objectives, this Plan comprises the researcher's training and career needs, including training on transferable skills, teaching, planning for publications and participation in conferences and events aimed at opening science and research to citizens. The Plan must be established at the beginning of the recruitment and should be revised (and updated where needed) within 18 months. COFUND takes the form of: A) Doctoral programmes Doctoral programmes offer research training activities to allow doctoral candidates to develop and broaden their skills and competences. They will lead to the award of a doctoral degree in at least one EU Member State or Horizon Europe Associated Country. The training activities should be based on the EU Principles on Innovative Doctoral Training . The doctoral programmes should develop substantial training modules, addressing key transferable skills and competences common to all fields, including digital ones (e.g. generative AI) and fostering the culture of Open Science, knowledge valorisation [1] , and when applicable innovation and entrepreneurship as well as good scientific conduct such as research integrity. In particular, doctoral programmes should adequately prepare doctoral candidates to pursue a career in research and adequately prepare them for increased research collaboration and information-sharing made possible by new (digital) technologies (e.g. collaborative tools, opening access to publications and to other research outputs including data, FAIR data management, societal engagement and citizen science, etc.). On top of compulsory international mobility, applicants are encouraged to include elements of cross-sectoral mobility and interdisciplinarity into their programmes. Collaboration with a wider set of associated partners, including from the non-academic sector, will be positively taken into account during the evaluation. These organisations may provide hosting or secondment opportunities or training modules in research or transferable skills. Particu Programme areas: Improving and Facilitating Synergies, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), Excellent Science

Community Grants (New York and Pennsylvania Regions) is sponsored by William G Mcgowan Charitable Fund. The McGowan Fund provides support to 501(c)(3) organizations working in three core areas: Education (addressing achievement gaps and college success), Human Services (stabilizing housing and addressing food insecurity), and Healthcare (providing care to the uninsured and preventing cardiac disease). The fund focuses on evidence-based programs that aim to end cycles of poverty and suffering. Geographic focus: New York (Monroe and Yates Counties) and Pennsylvania (Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties) Focus areas: Education, Human Services, Healthcare, Poverty Alleviation, Homelessness, Food Security, Mental Health, Early Childhood Education

Community Grants (New York and Pennsylvania Regions) is a grant from William G. McGowan Charitable Fund that funds nonprofits addressing poverty, housing insecurity, K-12 education, workforce preparation, and access to healthcare. The fund focuses on specific counties in New York (Monroe and Yates) and Pennsylvania (Lackawanna and Luzerne). Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations providing program or operational support in these communities. First-time applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry; some regions require an invitation. Awards average approximately ,000, with a deadline of April 8, 2026.

The FAIROS Program seeks to support a broad range of transformative open science activities including but not limited to i.) Research, education, and socio-technical cyberinfrastructure development capacities that advance sustainable multi-disciplinary findable, accessible, interoperable, reusable (FAIR) research data management (RDM) and open science capabilities, ii.) Piloting new models of scientific communication and publication that improve efficiency and accessibility, iii.) Developing FAIROS data portals, research data commons, RDM as a national service, and iv.) Lowering barriers to accessing, curating, integrating, linking, managing, sharing, and storing data across many disciplinary domains, irrespective of data size. The program supports innovation across the cyberinfrastructure (CI) ecosystem to address accessibility, data curation, research data management, discoverability, reliability, reproducibility, preservation, sustainability, and utility of research products, including data software, and code, developed as part of funded projects. FAIROS proposals must select one of two tracks to focus on, either: 1) Disciplinary Improvements to targeted scientific communities, or 2) Cross-Cutting Improvements that apply to many or most scientific disciplines. In the case of proposals focused on Disciplinary Improvements, it is strongly recommended that prospective PIs contact a program officer from the list of Cognizant Program Officers in the directorate closest to the major disciplinary impact of the proposed work to ascertain that the scientific focus and budget of the proposed work are appropriate for this solicitation. In the case of proposals focused on Cross-Cutting Improvements, it is strongly recommended that prospective PIs contact the cognizant program officer from the Office of Advanced Cyberinfrastructure (OAC). After selecting either Disciplinary Improvements or Cross-Cutting Improvements in which to focus research, the proposal must include the kinds of activities relevant to the selected track. Standard research proposals are the only type of proposal accepted in response to this solicitation. The FAIROS Program is undertaken in support of the US NSF Public Access Initiative. For more information on the US NSF Public Access Initiative please visit https://new.nsf.gov/public-access. Funding Opportunity Number: 25-533. Assistance Listing: 47.041,47.049,47.050,47.070,47.074,47.075,47.076,47.079,47.083,47.084. Funding Instrument: G. Category: ST. Award Amount: $6M total program funding.

The Imagine Learning Foundation Signature Grant Program is a grant from the Imagine Learning Foundation that supports nonprofit organizations focused on student and learner well-being. The program prioritizes projects that strengthen the connection between classroom learning and positive home and community environments, including initiatives addressing mental health, emotional skill-building, and family engagement. Grants support programs that extend well-being resources beyond the classroom and into communities nationwide. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations serving K-12 learners and the adults who support them. Applications for the 2026 cycle are accepted through April 9, 2026.

Strategic Project Grants is sponsored by M J Murdock Charitable Trust. Capacity-building awards for mission-focused projects, including program expansion, new staff additions (up to 2.0 FTE), equipment and technology purchases, and capital projects such as construction or land purchase. Geographic focus: Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington Focus areas: Artistic & Cultural Expression, Civic Engagement & Community Services, Education & Leadership Development, Health & Environmental Stewardship, Scientific Research

Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (Michigan) is sponsored by Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development. This program supports projects to enhance the competitiveness of Michigan's specialty crops, including fruits, vegetables, and horticulture. It provides funding for marketing, research, and education to improve food safety and security while promoting sustainability.

Office of Global Food Security Grant is sponsored by Office of Global Food Security (Department of State). This grant from the Office of Global Food Security focuses on initiatives related to global food security. While the specific project types are not detailed in the available snippet, the high award amount suggests large-scale, impactful programs.

Signature Grant Program is sponsored by Imagine Learning Foundation. The Imagine Learning Foundation's Signature Grant Program supports national nonprofit organizations that foster the learning and well-being of youth, families, and educators. It aims to bridge classroom and community efforts to create healthier environments and focuses on initiatives addressing critical issues like chronic absenteeism and housing insecurity, alongside social-emotional learning (SEL).