Awards of $10,000 and additional benefits to USA and Canada sports teams, athletes, and organizations that effectively use sports to foster and sustain positive community changes. Candidates for this award make communities healthier places to learn, live, work, and play. Selection Criteria: In determining the wi...

Grants of up to $1,500 to Michigan arts nonprofits, artists, and arts professionals to support ongoing education and leadership development. Funding is available for conferences, training programs, and education. Applicants may also request support to work with a consultant for organizational development. The Minigrant...

Fellowships of $5,000 to USA individuals who currently hold or are pursuing an MD or PhD to carry out research related to women’s health. Research must be implemented at a US-based institution. Priority research areas include, but are not limited to, female cancers, cardiovascular disease, and health concerns that primar...

Grants of $25,000 to USA MD and PhD investigators at accredited academic institutions or nonprofit medical research institutions for short-term, small research projects on medical issues affecting women. Eligible research topics must be related to the Foundation's priority areas which include: - Cardiovascular disea...

Award of $10,000 to a USA or territories individual, group, or organization in recognition of activities that educated the public about First Amendment rights and values. The award was established to honor a person or persons who fought to preserve and protect the rights guaranteed by the First Amendment.

Fellowship of $75,000 to a USA editorial writer or columnist to help broaden his or her knowledge of the world and journalistic horizons. Funding is intended to cover the cost of research, travel, and study in any field. The fellowship will result in the publishing of editorials and other writings, including books. Fund...

Grant of $7,500 and additional support to a USA female filmmaker for the completion of a film that addresses physical or developmental disability issues. Films may be of any genre or length, but must currently be a work-in-progress. Applications may be submitted by both directors and producers. Women of Her Word Grant:...

Grant of $7,500 to a USA female film director over the age of 40 to support the production of a dramatic feature-length film. To qualify, the applicant must have previously directed one other film project. Funding may be used for any stage of production, including, pre-production, production, and post-production.

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and individuals to enhance the quality of undergraduate STEM education. Unaffiliated individual applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. The goal of this program is to increase diversity and interest in the STEM disciplines, prepare students ...

Grants of up to $30,000 and grants of up to $70,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for applied research projects on interior design. Funding may be used for start-up projects, seed funds, or full research projects. The research topic for this year's funding is the impact of interior design on enhancing the h...

Fellowships to USA scholars for a year-long opportunity to analyze and carry out high-level research in the social sciences at the Foundation's New York-based facility. The focus of the research should relate to the Foundation's mission of improving social and living conditions in the United States. The Foundation now dedi...

Grants of up to $75,000 to Michigan medical and doctoral-level researchers who are based in hospitals, universities, and health care systems. Funding will be provided to eligible researchers for projects designed to improve the quality, cost, and accessibility of health care. Grant applications will be reviewed based o...

Awards to USA and territories banks and individual bank employees to recognize contributions to community development, community wellbeing, and economic growth. Entries will be considered in the award categories of financial education, affordable housing, economic inclusion, volunteerism, community and economic development...

Grants and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International filmmakers to support unique film projects that contribute to society. This program seeks to support films that may not otherwise be completed without the help of the grant. Eligible projects include feature-length films, short films, web or television series, a...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA doctors (Ph.D. or MD) involved in leukemia research. Funding is intended to support research into the causes of the disease and its cure. The Funding Source supports projects that develop chemotherapy regimens that help extend the lives of leukemia patients, as well as those that examine why ...

Grants averaging $250 to USA individual artists to support the artistic process and the creation of new work. Examples of eligible uses of funds include recording studio time, art supplies, performances, exhibits, and project-related expenses. This program seeks to support the growth of qualifying artists. IACA believe...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International researcher or team of researchers for exceptional contributions to multiple sclerosis research. The goal of the award is to acknowledge scientists who have demonstrated outstanding originality and innovation through their work. A selection committee comprised of leaders in scien...

Awards to recognize two USA, Canada, and International female athletes, one playing in individual sports and one in team sports, whose performances over the past year have been exceptional. These awards are one of the most prestigious awards made by the Foundation. Past winners include Venus and Serena Williams, Yani Tse...

Award to a USA, Canada, or international female athlete who, through exhibiting extraordinary courage in her athletic performance, has become an inspiring role model for girls and women. The award is intended to honor and recognize a worthy female athlete who demonstrates the ability to overcome adversity.

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico individuals aged 35 or under, to support and encourage creativity in the art or science of illumination. Consideration will be given to candidates producing works using light in art, architecture, education, health, environmental design, software design, fixture design, and theater. B...

Award of $500 to a Michigan educator or professional museum staff member to recognize outstanding contributions to Earth science mentoring and education. Strong candidates have demonstrated excellence in the development, design, and implementation of informal Earth science education. Informal approaches focus on exposing s...

Grants ranging from $250 and $1,000 to USA children and youth, ages 18 and under, to complete community service projects in their communities. Funding will be provided to support a wide variety of projects and events. Examples of eligible community service projects include: turning a vacant lot into a community garden, r...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and individuals within the Funding Source’s service area to meet basic human needs and positively impact local communities. Individuals or families may receive up to $2,500, and organizations may receive up to $10,000. Eligible communities are located in Barry, Clare, Cliton, Ea...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual who has made an exceptional contribution to the exploration of life's spiritual dimension through work in any field, including science, philosophy, theology, philanthropy, writing, and scholarship. The nominee will have provided insight, discovery, or practical applicatio...

Grant of up to $6,000 to a USA, Canada, or International registered nurse to carry out research that demonstrates the use of curriculum support materials and standardized assessment in the field of nursing education. Examples of research areas include: assessment of student performance and simulation; and the admission and...

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International registered nurse to carry out a study addressing the impact of simulation education in nursing schools and clinical care settings. Eligible projects are those that are ready for implementation. Consideration will be given to projects designed to ensure the ongoing pr...

Fellowships to USA and Germany masters and doctoral students to support specific research on a historical building in New York City. Selected fellows will conduct specific research in Montana, New York, and Germany on the history of 1014 Fifth Avenue, New York. Around 1950, James W. Gerard, who served as US Ambassador t...

Grants of $500, $1,000 and $2,500 to USA veterans to recognize their service to the nation’s military. The purpose of this program is to honor men and women who have served in the nation’s armed forces and recognize the sacrifice they have made for the country. Three winners will be selected on the basis of merit.

Grant package including a $5,000 stipend and other benefits to a USA graduate student, staff member, or faculty member to support research related to college student transitions. In addition to the cash stipend, the grant package includes travel support for two national conferences, the opportunity to present research at a...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, and unaffiliated individuals for projects that will promote a strong workforce in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Unaffiliated individuals must contact program staff prior to applying. Consideration will be given to proposed fo...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and individuals to ensure that PreK-12 students receive quality STEM and computer education. The purpose of this program is to prepare students with the essential competencies, skills, and dispositions required to succeed in a computer-dependent world. T...

Grants of up to $75,000 per year for two years to USA, Canada, and International individual researchers who are affiliated with a nonprofit academic or research institution, for projects that focus on one or more of the following areas of lung cancer research: - Basic science - Translational research - Clinical resear...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career researchers employed at tax-exempt institutions for long-term studies on inequality and youth outcomes, as well as strategies to improve the use of research evidence in ways that benefit youth. Funding is intended for research that focuses on youth ages 5-25. Applicants...

Scholarships of $10,000 to immigrants and refugees to attend a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited USA or territories university or college. To be eligible, applicants must have been born outside the US and be enrolled or accepted to a qualifying degree program. The goal of this program is to help immigrants a...

Grants to USA individual researchers as well as nonprofit and for-profit institutions for research to improve the nation’s healthcare system. Applications are invited for investigator-initiated research in the areas of healthcare financing, management, policy, and delivery. Purpose: The purpose of this program is...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career individuals for exploratory and broad-interest projects in the fields of conservation, research, storytelling, education, and technology. Funding is intended for the following areas of focus: wildlife, the human journey, or the changing pl...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for projects in the areas of education, conservation, storytelling, research, or technology. Proposals are expected to demonstrate successful completion of similar projects with tangible and/or measurable results.

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 to USA small law firms, private attorneys, and nonprofits providing legal services to strengthen justice in the areas of poverty law, environmental justice, and civil and human rights. LOIs are due by July 10, 2018. Areas of focus for this program include the following: Social J...

Scholarships to USA college students and post-college young adults to study at a university or attend a long-term program in Israel. Funding will be awarded to a limited number of young adults who plan to study at an eligible Israeli university or attend a qualifying long-term, post-college program. The scholarship see...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers associated with institutions for projects that improve the health and welfare of large companion animals such as horses, llamas, and alpacas. Animal health research projects must be hypothesis-driven, humane, and of high scientific merit and potential impact. There a...

Awards to Israel young faculty-rank researchers to recognize excellence in the fields of chemistry, life sciences, and physical sciences and engineering. Nominations are invited on behalf of individuation’s demonstrating quality and novel research, impact in their field, and potential for significant contributions for th...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and clinicians based at nonprofits, universities, academic medical centers, and biotechnology companies for clinical studies of therapies for Alzheimer’s and related dementias. LOIs are due April 13. The purpose of this program is to support inno...

Grants starting at $75,000 to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, tribes, landowners, and other partner groups for collaborative projects to enhance wetland and upland habitats for migratory bird species. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the appropriate program coordinator prior t...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, museums, and historical societies for programs, projects, and activities that promote increased understanding and awareness of Jewish history in the Southern United States. There are three different grant funding opportunities available: 1) The Pr...

Fellowships of up to $4,200 per month to USA, Canada, and International researchers with a Ph.D. or other terminal degree to conduct research at a major library in the U.S. Areas of interest for this fellowship are the humanities and social sciences, especially research that is interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, or multili...

Grants of $1,500 to USA artists and craftspersons who are engaged in or are planning a new craft or visual art project. Applicants must live and work in the United States and have a developed body of work. A jury of art professionals and/or artists will judge the submissions and make its recommendations to the Board of Dir...

Award of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International scholar with a significant body of work in the field of human resources. The purpose of this award is to recognize lifetime achievement in the field of human resources research. This award honors an individual for significant past and ongoing research contributions that i...

Fellowships starting at $80,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for projects that explore how to fight pervasive economic inequality. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry before applying. Fellows are expected to work on a related topic of their choice and to produce work in a medium of their choosing, s...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for studies on novel interventions and treatments for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Letters of intent are due July 18, 2018. Treatments may include medical approaches such as pharmacological treatments and complementary and alternative forms of healthcare, a...

Grants ranging between $5,000 and $10,000 to USA scientists, doctors, and nurses at USA-based universities, hospitals, and research institutions for research projects that focus on addressing both the long-term and immediate health needs of children born prematurely. Eligible research topics include genetics, basic biologi...