Grants for Nonprofits (2026)
328 open grants name nonprofits as an eligible applicant. The agencies posting the most of them: Illinois Department of Natural Resources, National Institutes of Health, State Treasurer's Office, Wildlife Conservation Board, Department of Fish and Wildlife. GrantSonar updates these federal, state, and foundation opportunities daily.
This page lists open grants that name nonprofits as an eligible applicant. Grants open to any applicant are not listed here unless they also name nonprofits.
What Nonprofits Should Know About Grants
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Maintain your SAM.gov registration and UEI number — most federal grants require it, and lapsed registrations are the #1 cause of rejected applications.
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Build a grant readiness toolkit: audited financials, board list, organizational chart, and 2–3 boilerplate capability statements ready to attach.
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Start with smaller foundation grants ($5K–$25K) to build a track record before pursuing large federal awards. Funders want to see you can manage money well.
Open Grants for Nonprofits
NIGMS will support innovative educational activities designed to equip participants with technical, operational, or professional skills required for c…
The mission of the Indianapolis Immigrant Legal Services Fund is to provide equitable access to legal support and representation to immigrant Hoosiers…
This grant award will have an initial period of performance starting in FY27 (11/01/2026 (or upon execution of the agreement) through 06/30/2029). A b…
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Grants for Nonprofits: Frequently Asked Questions
How many grants name nonprofits as an eligible applicant right now?
328 open grants name nonprofits as an eligible applicant, from federal, state, and private foundation funders, updated daily by GrantSonar. Grants open to any applicant are not listed here unless they also name nonprofits.
Which funders post the most grants that name nonprofits?
Among open grants that name nonprofits as an eligible applicant, the most frequent funders right now are Illinois Department of Natural Resources, National Institutes of Health, State Treasurer's Office, Wildlife Conservation Board, Department of Fish and Wildlife. GrantSonar tracks federal, state, and foundation sources in one place.
What kinds of projects do grants for nonprofits fund?
Grants for nonprofits typically fund program delivery, capacity building, equipment, research, and community or infrastructure projects. Allowable uses and eligibility vary by program, so each grant's guidelines are the final word.
How can nonprofits improve their chances of winning grants?
Nonprofits improve their odds by defining clear project goals, demonstrating measurable community impact, maintaining sound financial management, and following each application's guidelines closely. GrantSonar helps by surfacing best-fit opportunities and tracking deadlines.
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