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

Explore 1,628 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in Michigan. 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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Grants to USA IHEs, Agencies, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Digestive Disease Research

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, agencies, and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to create research centers focused on digestive and liver diseases. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230299

Grants to USA Entities to Support Workplace Safety Training Programs

Deadline: 10/29/26 LOI Date: 09/29/26

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies to provide support to workplace safety training programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to properl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230631

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, public education institutions, and government entities to enhance the quality of life in eligible regions. The purpose of these grants is to promote programs that serve communities where the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 129040

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Initiatives to Support Children in Need Worldwide

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to provide education, health, and well-being opportunities for children around the world. Examples of past grants include education programs, career readiness programs, family support services, and programs to support children...

GrantWatch ID#: 134397

Grants to USA State and Local Agencies to Acquire and Protect Historic Sites

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA state and local government agencies for the acquisition and preservation of historic sites. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to help applicants purchase land through fee-simple methods or to pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 160302

Grants to USA High School and Nonprofit Youth Football Programs to Promote the Sport of Footba...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and high school and youth football organizations to promote the sport of football among young people across the country. Former professional athletes may apply for funding for football programs that they coach....

GrantWatch ID#: 161136

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Increase Safe and Sustainable Access to Public Lands

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit groups to expand the proper access and use of public lands. Funding is intended to support activities that ensure the safe use of off-highway vehicles, educate the public on conservation practices and appropriate use of recreational land, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 177556

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Companion Animals

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations and government agencies to support entities that shelter animals and perform adoptions of companion animals. Applicants must show a high level of organizational performance and significant impact to be consider...

GrantWatch ID#: 178259

Grants to USA Nonprofits and K-12 Schools to Purchase Instruments for Children's Music Programs

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and K-12 schools to equip music programs with musical instruments. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds. The purpose of this program is to give children nationwide th...

GrantWatch ID#: 178727

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Professional Activities to Preserve Art

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for professional activities to preserve art. Applicants are required to submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for programs that support the professional practice of art conservat...

GrantWatch ID#: 179284

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Initiatives that Promote Jewish Values through Education, Science...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that promote and advance Jewish values through science, arts, and education. Applicants must complete an online eligibility quiz before being invited to apply. Proposals will be evaluated based on quality, potenti...

GrantWatch ID#: 180251

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit Museums to Preserve Artwork

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit cultural institutions and museums for artwork preservation projects. Funding is intended for the conservation of works of art that are of cultural and historical significance. Eligible artwork includes sculptures,...

GrantWatch ID#: 181033

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Research Projects Related to Children's Welfare and Parenting

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research projects on topics related to children's welfare and parenting. Funding is intended for original projects that have the potential to benefit infants and children. Focus areas include parenting practices and educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 181620

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, For-Prof...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, IHEs, commercial organizations, individuals, and government agencies to support ocean-related projects, sponsorships, and research. Applicants are advised that required registrations m...

GrantWatch ID#: 182597

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Research

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit research institutions, medical centers, and universities to support innovative research on inflammatory bowel disease. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to...

GrantWatch ID#: 182892

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA Organizations for Programs that Promote Recycling

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for programs that promote recycling. Funding is intended to support organizations who have existing recycling programs. Ongoing and event-based programs are encouraged. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 190382

Award to a USA Nonprofit or Individual for Contributions to Arts and Culture

Deadline: 09/30/26

Award to a USA nonprofit charitable organization or individual to acknowledge noteworthy contributions to society in the United States. This year, the selected award recipient will be recognized for furthering contributions in the area of arts and culture. Awardee...

GrantWatch ID#: 191490

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Promote Renewable Energy

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects that promote renewable energy. Funding is intended to support socially responsible, community-based nonprofits that are developing a renewable energy project. The mission of the Foundati...

GrantWatch ID#: 192527

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligibl...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $30,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for local and regional programs that enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities that align with t...

GrantWatch ID#: 195516

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Provide Loans to Individuals for Water Infrastructure Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to provide loans and sub-grants to low-income individuals in rural areas for water infrastructure projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goal of the...

GrantWatch ID#: 197215

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Community Leaders for Capital Projects to Revitalize Public Commu...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections....

GrantWatch ID#: 197389

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations for Medical and Health-Related Programm...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations for medical and health-related programming. Funding is intended for programs that improve patient care and promote education for healthcare providers. Eligible use of funds includes internet-based publications...

GrantWatch ID#: 201242

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Projects to Advance Medical Knowledge...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for projects to advance medical knowledge and improve care. Funding is intended to further research associated with the funding source's products within a broad range of focus areas including anesthesia, diagnos...

GrantWatch ID#: 201244

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Hospitals, Medical Societies, and Institutions for Fe...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International community hospitals, medical societies and associations, and teaching institutions for fellowship training programs. Funding is intended for studies related to disease states and therapeutic areas addressed by the funding s...

GrantWatch ID#: 201245

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Educational Programs with a Focus on the Constitution

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for educational programs with a focus on the U.S. Constitution. The purpose of the program is to support programs that advocate the value of the Constitution. Applicants will be asked to include a summary of their accomplishme...

GrantWatch ID#: 202327

Grants to USA Institutions and Organizations for Scientific Research Studies

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA research institutions and organizations for scientific studies related to the environment, physics, computing, and energy. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research that yi...

GrantWatch ID#: 202899

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, School Districts, and CBOs for Community Events

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, school districts, government agencies, faith-based entities, community groups, and other organizations for events that strengthen the local community. The fund will only support programs, activities, and in...

GrantWatch ID#: 203274

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Improve Food-Relate...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International qualifying nonprofit organizations and registered charities to improve food-related services that benefit underserved communities. Funding is intended for the acquisition, transportation, and installatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 205030

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations in multiple states and provinces to benefit the local community. Applications will be accepted from organizations in the states of California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland,...

GrantWatch ID#: 206934

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Enhance the Health of the LGBTQ+ Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for programs to enhance the health of the LGBTQ+ community. Eligible proposals are those that address physical and behavioral health issues, including but not limited to substance abuse, HIV and AIDS, basic nee...

GrantWatch ID#: 207042

Grants to USA Academic, Industry, and Research Entities for Science and Engineering Research P...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA academic, industry, and research entities for a wide range of science and engineering research projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support projects that offer advance...

GrantWatch ID#: 209146

Grants to USA and Armenia Entities for Projects to Benefit Armenian Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Armenia nonprofit organizations, foundations, government agencies, and charities for projects to benefit Armenian communities. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz prior to submitting an application. Funding for this round is for parks an...

GrantWatch ID#: 209519

Grants to Michigan Nonprofit Organizations for Programs that Benefit Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for general operational support, as well as programs and activities that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding priority is intended for projects within the focus areas of women and girls, animal welfare, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209812

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Address Community Needs and Benefit Youth in Eligible Locatio...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that involve youth and respond to critical community needs. Eligible activities enhance the local community...

GrantWatch ID#: 213537

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Registered Charities to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International registered charities in eligible countries for activities to benefit local communities. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 213545

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Individuals for Community Events and Projects in Eligible Lo...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind support to Michigan nonprofit organizations and individuals for community events and activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. The grant program is intended to provide financial and volunteer support for cultural a...

GrantWatch ID#: 214648

Grants to USA Organizations for Lighting for Recreational Areas in Underserved Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA organizations for lighting for recreational areas in underserved communities. Funding is intended to improve the health and development of children by making sports pitches more accessible and safer and extending the number of hours that children and...

GrantWatch ID#: 214776

Loans to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, Cooperatives, and Agencies to Assist with Economic Developmen...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, Tribes, cooperatives, and public agencies to assist with economic development in rural areas. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to increase economic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214812

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Help Communities Thrive and Grow

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to help communities thrive and grow. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: handwashing, infant development, feminine hygiene, oral care, and creating healthy and clean places to live. Please ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216075

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, Businesses, and Researchers for Long-Range Scie...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, businesses, and researchers for long-range science and technology projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support projects that will bene...

GrantWatch ID#: 216100

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Music Projects Addressing Social Injustice and Inequity

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grant of $10,000 and additional smaller grants to USA nonprofit organizations that address inequity and social injustice through music. Funding is primarily intended to support performance-based and educational activities. Both operating support and specific proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 216489

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects in Handicrafts and the Applied Arts

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects related to handicrafts and the applied arts. Funding is intended to support a wide range of activities, including exhibitions, demonstrations, travel, teaching and study, community awareness, mate...

GrantWatch ID#: 218854

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Help Young People Complete Their Education

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to help young people succeed in school. Funding is intended to support young men and women who face barriers and challenges to stay in school and graduate. Eligible organizations focus their efforts on...

GrantWatch ID#: 218908

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Centers to Forge Connections

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research centers and educational and nonprofit institutes to forge contacts between institutions focusing on mathematics and the theoretical basic physical sciences. Funding is intended to strengthen connections within the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222010

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Arts-Based Projects and Scientific Res...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for arts-based projects and scientific research. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: art exhibitions, art preservation, art education, and general adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 222240

Grants to USA Youth-Serving Organizations and Schools to Support Rock Climbing

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA youth-serving organizations and schools to support rock climbing. Funding is intended for the purchase of rock climbing equipment that will provide a healthy activity and fitness opportunity for youth. Eligible applicants are in the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 222895

Grant a USA or Canada Nonprofit to Create and Promote Change in Their Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grant of $1,000 to a USA or Canada nonprofit organization to create and promote change in their community. Funding is intended to help organizations address crucial community issues and improve the quality of life for residents. Eligible activities place a strong ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223164

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Prof...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, nonprofit organizations, for-profits, individuals, Tribes, and government agencies for research programs. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 226032

Grants to USA Christian Nonprofits Serving Under-Resourced Communities for Leadership Developm...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of $15,000 to USA nonprofit Christian organizations serving under-resourced communities for programs to develop new organizational leadership. Funding is intended for expenses in the areas of capacity building, programmatic costs, and overhead. The key elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 226462

Grants to Indiana and Michigan Nonprofits for Community Development Programs

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Indiana and Michigan nonprofit organizations for community development programs that benefit low-to-moderate income families in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the focus areas of economic development, housing, arts, and educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 229205
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Can newly formed 501(c)(3) organizations apply for these grants?

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