Sea Grant Marine Aquaculture Grant Program is sponsored by NOAA National Sea Grant College Program. Informally known as the 'National Marine Aquaculture Initiative (NMAI),' this competitive grant program encourages demonstration projects and research focused on developing sustainable marine aquaculture in the United States. It fosters partnerships among commercial companies, research institutions, universities, state governments, and coastal communities, supporting the development of sustainable aquaculture technologies and addressing topics like environmental monitoring and recirculating systems.

United States Marine Highway Program (USMHP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD). This program aims to increase the use of America's navigable waterways and integrate them into the U.S. surface transportation system. It supports projects that develop and expand documented vessels or port and landside infrastructure, strengthening American supply chains, reducing emissions, and creating jobs. Eligible activities include planning, construction, and resilience. Private-sector operators of Marine Highway Projects or owners of facilities may apply with an endorsement letter from a Marine Highway Route Sponsor.

Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities Program (Stepping-up Technology Implementation competition) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education. This program aims to improve results for students with disabilities by promoting the development, demonstration, and use of technology; supporting educational activities of value in the classroom for students with disabilities; providing captioning and video description; and ens…

Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) is a federal grant program administered by FEMA through the Office of the Governor's Public Safety Office that funds enhanced border security cooperation among Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Border Patrol, and state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies. The program supports joint operations to secure land and water border routes, improve intelligence sharing, and expand 287(g) screening operations within correctional facilities. In 2025, the national priority is Supporting Border Crisis Response and Enforcement, covering training, operational coordination, and risk management. Eligible expenses include operational overtime costs, staffing support for screening activities, and training programs in immigration law, civil rights protections, and 287(g) procedures.

Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.

HFFI Food Access and Retail Expansion (FARE) Fund is a grant from America's Healthy Food Financing Initiative and The Reinvestment Fund that funds food retailers, co-ops, and food access organizations expanding healthy food availability in underserved communities across the United States. The FARE Fund provides capital and grants to support new or expanded grocery stores, farmers markets, mobile markets, and community food enterprises in low-income, low-access areas. Eligible applicants include food retailers, nonprofits, and community development organizations with projects that demonstrably improve access to healthy food for low-income populations. The program also offers technical assistance to applicants alongside capital financing.

NICHD Small Research Grant Program (R03 Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required) is sponsored by Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). Supports clinical trials that prospectively assign human participants to conditions to assess biomedical or behavioral outcomes, focusing on fundamental aspects of phenomena without specific application towards processes or products in mind.

The STOP School Violence Program (Student, Teachers, and Officers Preventing School Violence) is a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) that funds state governments, units of local government, and federally recognized Native American tribal governments in implementing school safety and violence prevention initiatives. The program supports training, technical assistance, and collaborative efforts among students, teachers, and law enforcement officers to prevent school violence. The FY25 funding opportunity had a JustGrants application deadline of November 3, 2025. Awards are up to $500,000. Eligible applicants include state governments, units of local government, and federally recognized Native American tribal governments. The deadline for the next cycle is May 12, 2026.

Recreation and Trails Grants is a grant from Oregon State Parks that funds the development, improvement, and expansion of motorized and non-motorized trails and trail facilities across Oregon. Administered through the federally funded Recreational Trails Program, this grant has supported over 500 projects since 1993 using Oregon's annual allocation of approximately $1.6 million. Eligible projects include new trail construction, major rehabilitation, trailhead improvements, land acquisition for trail development, and safety and education initiatives. Eligible trail types include OHV, snowmobile, hiking, biking, equestrian, and water trails. Eligible applicants include local, state, federal, tribal governments, and nonprofits registered with the Oregon Secretary of State for at least three years. Grants range from $10,000 to $200,000 for non-motorized projects.

Organizational & Professional Development Grants Program is a grant from Oregon Cultural Trust that funds capacity building and staff development for Oregon cultural nonprofits. The program offers two tracks: Organizational Development grants of up to $2,500 for capacity-building projects and Professional Development grants of up to $1,000 for individual staff training and development. Eligible applicants are Oregon cultural nonprofits registered on the Cultural Trust website with annual operating budgets under $1.5 million and current with grant reporting, as well as Cultural Trust County and Tribal Cultural Coalitions. The deadline for the 2026 cycle was January 31, 2026.

CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) is sponsored by U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). The CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) program addresses the talent shortfall in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity by supporting education and workforce development. It offers a Scholarship Track for institutions to provide scholarships to students in AI and cybersecurity, who then agree to work for a government agency. The Innovation Track supports projects that enhance the preparation of AI and/or cybersecurity professionals.

Creative Start Project Grant (FY27) is a grant from ArtsWA (Washington State Arts Commission) that funds individual artists and small arts organizations in Washington State launching new creative projects. The program supports a wide range of artistic disciplines including visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, and media arts. Eligible applicants are Washington State residents who are professional artists or organizations with a primary arts mission. Awards are intended to support the creation of new work, community arts engagement, or professional development. Grant amounts and application details are defined in the FY27 solicitation; applicants should consult ArtsWA for current cycle guidance.

State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) is sponsored by California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) is a grant from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) that funds cybersecurity improvements for state and local government entities across California.

Inspire! Grants for Small Museums (IMLS) is a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services that funds project-based educational programs, exhibitions, and community partnerships at small museums of all disciplines. Awards range from $5,000 to $75,000 for grant periods of one to three years. No cost share is required for requests between $5,000 and $25,000; requests between $25,001 and $75,000 require matching funds from non-federal sources equal to the IMLS request. The FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity is currently available. Eligible applicants are small museums across all collecting and non-collecting disciplines in the United States.

Recreation Restoration Infrastructure Grant (RRI) is a grant from the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation that funds restoration, repair, and replacement of aging or degraded outdoor recreation infrastructure on public lands across Utah. The program addresses the pressing need to maintain and revitalize recreational assets that communities and visitors depend on. Eligible applicants include municipalities, state agencies, federal agencies, public educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and tribal governments. Projects must restore or rehabilitate recreation infrastructure on public lands. Awards range from $5,000 to $250,000, and the 2026 application cycle closed March 13, 2026.

State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) is a grant from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) that funds cybersecurity improvements for state and local government entities across California. Established through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, the program is part of a $1 billion nationwide initiative administered jointly by FEMA and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Eighty percent of total state allocations must support local governments, and twenty-five percent must support rural areas. Eligible subrecipients include local governments, school districts, special districts, and tribal entities. Funding is allocated in accordance with California's SLCGP Cybersecurity Plan, which was approved by FEMA and CISA in September 2023. California received $7.9 million in first-year funding. Proposals are submitted through Cal OES when Competitive Funding Opportunities are announced on the Cal OES website and State Grants Portal.

The New Mexico PreK FY27 Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity is a grant from the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) that funds providers seeking to renew, expand, or create new PreK slots and classrooms statewide, with a priority focus on areas lacking high-quality early childhood education. The program aims to increase access to developmentally appropriate, high-quality PreK for children across New Mexico. Eligible applicants include Local Education Agencies (LEAs), state charter schools, licensed child care programs (center and home-based), Tribal early childhood education programs, Head Start programs, and BIE-operated schools. Award amounts vary by slot count, ranging approximately $12,670 to $16,225 per child. The application deadline was March 16, 2026.

Native Food Security Grants is a grant from Novo Foundation, administered by First Nations Development Institute, that funds Native-led and Native-serving organizations working to ensure consistent access to culturally relevant foods for Native communities. Grants of $10,000 to $40,000 are available for projects in four focus areas: Native Food Distribution, Food Life Cycle, Wild Food Harvesting, and Native Resilient Foodways. Eligible applicants include Native-controlled 501(c)(3) nonprofits, Federal- and State-recognized Tribal governments, Native-controlled community organizations with fiscal sponsorship, and Native Section 7871 organizations. Organizations must register in the First Nations grantee portal before applying. The application deadline is May 14, 2026.

Central Appalachia Living Traditions Experiences Grants is a grant from Mid Atlantic Arts that funds public-facing projects and events in Appalachian counties of Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia that bring community members together around traditional arts and cultural knowledge. Funded projects may include hands-on workshops, performances, radio broadcasts, podcasts, or archival fieldwork with public-facing components that grow and disseminate artistic skill and cultural knowledge. Eligible applicants are individual traditional artists and practitioners or 501(c)(3) nonprofits, units of government, or federally recognized Tribal governments based in ARC-designated Appalachian counties. Awards range from $1,000 to $10,000 with no match requirement. The deadline is March 18, 2026.

NEA Research Grants in the Arts & NEA Research Labs is sponsored by National Endowment for the Arts. NEA Research Grants in the Arts & NEA Research Labs is a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts that establishes interdisciplinary research teams at universities and medical centers nationwide to study the intersection of arts and public benefit.

Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund (DWCF) is sponsored by National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). The DWCF solicits proposals to conserve, restore, and protect habitats on public and private land within the Delaware River watershed, contributing to overall watershed health, water quality, and economic vitality. Grants are awarded for implementation, planning, capacity building, and research/monitoring/evaluation.

OJJDP FY25 Second Chance Act Youth Reentry Program is sponsored by Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). This program provides funding to support states, units of local government, and federally recognized Native American Tribal governments in partnership with service providers and community-based organizations to provide comprehensive reentry services for moderate- to high-risk yo…

The FY25 Local Law Enforcement Crime Gun Intelligence Center Integration Initiative is a grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance that supports state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies in integrating Crime Gun Intelligence Centers (CGICs) into their operations. CGICs use ballistic evidence, crime gun tracing, and law enforcement coordination to identify and prosecute individuals engaged in illegal firearm activity and gun violence. The initiative helps agencies build the infrastructure and partnerships needed to participate in intelligence-led policing strategies centered on crime gun data. The Grants.gov application deadline was March 30, 2026, with the JustGrants deadline extended to April 8, 2026. Award amounts vary.

2026 Call for Proposals is sponsored by Montana Healthcare Foundation. An annual grant opportunity supporting Montana-based organizations to design and pilot innovative, Montana-grown solutions to critical health challenges. The program funds both planning projects (to support strategic, business, and sustainability planning) and implementation projects (for those with existing strong business and sustainability plans). Geographic focus: Montana Focus areas: Innovative Health Solutions, Health Inequities, Community Health, Strategic Planning, Health Care Access

Florida Animal Friend Spay and Neuter Program is a grant from Florida Animal Friend that funds free or low-cost spay and neuter services for pets and community animals across Florida. The program helps reduce animal overpopulation, prevent homelessness among companion animals, and support the organizations delivering ground-level animal care. Eligible applicants include Florida municipal agencies (city, county, tribal entities with animal care or control budgets) and 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing spay/neuter services in Florida. Awards are up to $25,000 per organization annually. Applications are accepted January 1 through April 1 each year, and applicants must prepare required documentation in advance.

Creative Capital Open Call (2027) is sponsored by Creative Capital. Creative Capital Open Call (2027) is a grant from Creative Capital providing unrestricted project grants of up to $50,000 to individual artists across all 50 states. The 2027 cycle supports new artistic works in Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Film, and Literature.

Creative Capital Award is sponsored by Creative Capital. Provides unrestricted project grants to individual artists in all 50 states for new artistic works in visual arts, performing arts, film, and literature. Also includes the new State of the Art Prize providing $10,000 per artist with one recipient from each U.

FY 2026 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) – Mississippi is a grant from the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security (MOHS) that funds local law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency operations agencies for homeland security preparedness. FEMA-provided funds can be used for equipment, training, exercises, and supplies to protect against terrorism and other threats. The FY26 application deadline is Friday, April 3, 2026, and applications are submitted via the MOHS JotForm portal. National priorities require allocating at least 10% toward border crisis response and 3% toward election security. Sub-applications are accepted from local, state, and tribal entities within Mississippi. Contact mohsgrants@dps.ms.gov for program inquiries.

Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program is sponsored by Department of Fish and Wildlife. The Department of Fish and Wildlife (Department) distributes federal funds through the Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program in coordination with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The objective of this Program is to help develop and implement state programs to conserve and recover federally threatened and endangered species. Applications must be developed in coordination with, and submitted by, a Department employee. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife receives grant funds from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund (Traditional Section 6) to support conservation actions designed to further the recovery of species listed as threatened or endangered under the federal Endangered Species Act. CDFW staff, alone, or in collaboration with partner organizations, develop research and management projects to compete for this funding through the state's Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Program. Authority for CDFW to administer the Section 6 grant program is found in section 1501.5 of the Fish and Game Code. The primary objective of endangered species conservation and recovery grants is to support the development and implementation of state programs to conserve and recover federally threatened and endangered inland fish and wildlife species. Grant funds to support the conservation of certain marine species and anadromous fish species are administered through separate programs. Project proposals must be developed in close coordination with CDFW and USFWS biologists and identify a CDFW employee who will sponsor the project by administering the grant. Eligible projects are those which target recovery actions for species listed as threatened or endangered under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. Applicants must provide a minimum of 25% of the total project cost in non-federal matching funds or in-kind services.

Fire Science Innovations through Research and Education (FIRE) program is sponsored by U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). The FIRE program invites innovative multidisciplinary and multisector investigations focused on convergent research and education activities in wildland fire. All areas of science, engineering, and education supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation are included.