Grants for State, Local & Tribal Governments

Department of Commerce · $0–$300K

This Department of Commerce / EDA program funds economic development planning and local technical assistance in economically distressed areas of the Atlanta region. Eligible applicants include EDA-designated District Organizations, Indian tribes, states and local governments, institutions of higher education, and public or private nonprofits acting in cooperation with a political subdivision; individuals and standalone for-profit firms are not eligible. Awards run up to about $300,000, applications must now be submitted through EDA's EDGE platform rather than Grants.gov, and no deadline is listed.

Administration for Children and Families - OCS · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Children and Families (Office of Community Services) opportunity to provide Community Services Block Grant tribal capacity building training and technical assistance. It is directed at an organization with capacity to deliver national training and technical assistance to tribal CSBG grantees, rather than general applicants or individuals. Eligibility details, award amount, and deadline have not yet been posted.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Community Living opportunity to advance preventive-health strategies for older adults served by the Senior Nutrition Program. It is not yet open, and eligibility, funding amount, and deadline have not been posted. ACL awards of this type typically target nonprofits, aging-services agencies, and government or tribal entities, so review the full notice for specific eligibility before applying.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not-yet-open) Administration for Community Living program to strengthen and expand legal assistance services for older adults. Eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines are not yet published; ACL grants of this kind typically support nonprofits, legal aid organizations, state and tribal aging agencies, and similar entities rather than individuals. Review the official notice of funding opportunity when released to confirm whether your organization qualifies.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

Eligibility is unrestricted (open to any entity type, subject to NSF clarifications) for this National Science Foundation Dynamics, Control and Systems Diagnostics program. It supports fundamental theoretical, computational, and experimental research on modeling, analysis, diagnostics, and control of dynamic systems. No fixed award amount or deadline is listed; PIs are encouraged to email a one-page project summary for feedback, and standard NSF limits on foreign organizations apply, so awards generally go to U.S. institutions.

Department of Commerce · $0–$300K

This EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance program (Denver region) funds economic development planning in economically distressed areas. Eligible applicants are limited to District Organizations, Indian Tribes, states and political subdivisions, institutions of higher education, and nonprofits acting in cooperation with a political subdivision; private individuals and standalone for-profits are not eligible. Awards range up to about $300,000. Note that applications are submitted through EDA's EDGE platform, not Grants.gov.

Indian Health Service · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) Indian Health Service opportunity focused on ending HIV and hepatitis C (HCV) epidemics in American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Eligibility is typically limited to tribes, tribal organizations, and entities serving Indian Country. Funding amounts and deadlines have not yet been posted, so interested applicants should watch for the full announcement.

U.S. Mission to Spain · $25K–$75K

The U.S. Mission to Spain's Public Diplomacy program funds projects that strengthen U.S.-Spain ties around themes such as climate action, study in the U.S., NATO and security cooperation, entrepreneurship and STEM, media literacy, and human rights. Eligible applicants are nonprofits, educational and cultural institutions, civil society and non-governmental organizations, think tanks, professional associations, media outlets, governmental and international organizations, and individuals based in Spain, Andorra, or the U.S.; Spanish or Andorran organizations must be registered in their home country. For-profit businesses are not eligible, and awards range from about $25,000 to $75,000.

Department of Commerce · $0–$300K

This EDA program funds economic development planning and local technical assistance in economically distressed U.S. areas, and is open to economic development district organizations, Indian tribes, states and local governments, institutions of higher education, and public or private nonprofits acting with a local government. Individuals and most for-profit businesses are not eligible, and applications must now be submitted through EDA's EDGE platform rather than Grants.gov. Awards range up to about $300,000.

Department of Commerce · $0–$300K

The U.S. Economic Development Administration's Planning and Local Technical Assistance program (Chicago region, FY2021-2023) funds economic development planning and capacity building in economically distressed areas. Eligible applicants include EDA-designated District Organizations, Indian tribes, states and local governments, institutions of higher education, and nonprofits acting in cooperation with a political subdivision — individuals and stand-alone for-profit businesses are not eligible. Awards run up to $300,000. Note that applications are now submitted through EDA's EDGE platform (not Grants.gov), and Partnership Planning is by invitation.

Economic Development Administration · $0–$30M

The Economic Development Administration's FY 2023 Disaster Supplemental funds long-term economic recovery projects (construction and non-construction) in communities affected by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, wildfires, flooding, and other 2021-2022 natural disasters covered by a federal disaster declaration. Eligible applicants include district organizations, tribes, states and local governments, institutions of higher education, and public or private nonprofits acting with local officials; awards can reach up to $30 million. A major restriction is that projects must be located in or primarily benefit FEMA-designated disaster-eligible counties. Applications are submitted through EDA's EDGE portal; no deadline is stated.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Community Living opportunity under the Alzheimer's Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) to fund state programs delivering dementia-specific respite services. It is directed at state agencies (and their designated entities) rather than general nonprofits, businesses, or individuals. Eligibility details, award amount, and deadline have not yet been published.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) funding opportunity from the federal Administration for Community Living to demonstrate and scale person-centered falls-prevention approaches delivered through partnerships between clinical providers and community organizations. Detailed eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet; based on similar ACL programs, applicants are typically aging-services agencies, nonprofits, health systems, and universities rather than individuals. Check the official notice when it is released for exact eligibility and funding terms before investing time in an application.

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments, this California grant program (funded by Proposition 4, the 2024 climate resilience bond) supports projects in disadvantaged communities related to safe drinking water, wildfire prevention, drought preparedness, clean air, parks, and the environment in the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains region. Applications are submitted in two stages, beginning with a Concept Proposal that staff review for fit before inviting a full application. Cost share is among the factors staff evaluate, so applicants should be prepared to describe matching contributions, and projects must be within the conservancy's geographic area.

CA Energy Commission · Amount varies

Offered by the California Energy Commission and funded through the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, this K-12 Energy Efficiency Program (KTEP) provides loans and grants for energy upgrades and retrofits that improve energy efficiency, comfort, and air quality in existing K-12 school buildings. Only public agencies are eligible to apply, so private schools, nonprofits, and businesses cannot apply directly. Funding depends on continued U.S. Department of Energy support and terms may change.

State Water Resources Control Board · Amount varies

Funded under California's Proposition 1, this State Water Resources Control Board program supports water recycling projects, including recycled water treatment, storage and distribution, groundwater recharge, indirect potable reuse, and surface water augmentation. Eligible applicants are local public agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofits qualified to do business in California, public utilities, recognized Native American tribes, and mutual water companies; all community types are eligible. Operation and maintenance costs are not fundable, and construction grant funding covers construction costs only.

State Water Resources Control Board · Amount varies

Through California's SAFER program, the State Water Resources Control Board offers this County-wide and Regional Funding Program to help counties and their partners set up programs that address drinking water needs for households served by state small water systems and domestic wells, including drought and contamination issues. Eligible applicants are nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments; the board does not award funds directly to households. The aim is proactive, regional programs that can respond quickly to emerging needs in affected communities.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Community Living opportunity under the Alzheimer's Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) State and Community Grant Program, supporting dementia services and supports. It is not yet open, and eligibility, award amount, and deadline have not been posted. ADPI State and Community awards are typically aimed at state agencies and community organizations, so review the full notice for specific eligibility before applying.

Administration for Children and Families - ANA · Amount varies

This forecasted opportunity from the Administration for Children and Families (ANA) supports a National Center for Native training and technical assistance. Formal eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted; ANA awards typically target Native American/tribal organizations and entities serving Native communities, which would narrow eligibility. Review the full announcement for applicant requirements before applying.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The NSF STEM K-12 program funds fundamental, applied, and translational research that advances STEM teaching and learning across formal and informal settings. Proposals may only be submitted by U.S.-based for-profit organizations (including small businesses) with R&D capacity, non-profit non-academic organizations tied to education or research (e.g., museums, research labs, professional societies), state and local governments, accredited U.S. institutions of higher education, and federally recognized tribal nations. Individuals and most general nonprofits without a research/education tie are not eligible; no specific award amount or deadline is listed here.