Grants for Nonprofits

Department of Education · Up to $4M

This Department of Education program funds a National Technical Assistance Center addressing postsecondary, vocational, and continuing education needs of individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. A broad set of applicants is eligible, including state and local educational agencies, eligible institutions of higher education, other public agencies, private nonprofits, Indian Tribes or Tribal organizations, and for-profit organizations. The statute requires at least $4,000,000 annually for this purpose, and the listed maximum award is about $4 million.

Community Oriented Policing Services · $0–$250K

This COPS Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act program funds new or expanded mental health and wellness services for law enforcement officers and their families. Categories 1 and 2 are limited to state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies (Category 1 excludes prior LEMHWA awardees), while Category 3 is open to for-profit and nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, community groups, and faith-based organizations. Awards run up to about $250,000. Eligibility depends on the category, with the agency tracks being narrowly restricted.

National Institute of Corrections · $0–$200K

This National Institute of Corrections program funds delivery of virtual instructor-led staffing analysis training for federal, state, local, and tribal corrections agencies. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations (including faith-based, community, and tribal), for-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education, but all recipients must waive any profit or fee and provide proof of 501(c)(3) status or a tribal resolution. Foreign and international organizations are not eligible. Awards run up to about $200,000.

U.S. Mission to the Philippines · $5K–$50K

The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines invites proposals under its Public Diplomacy annual program statement from not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society/NGOs incorporated in the U.S., the Philippines, or other countries), public and private higher education institutions, and individuals. Awards range from about $5,000 to $50,000 and support public diplomacy programming aligned with stated funding priorities. Specific themes and procedures are described in the program statement, so applicants should review it for fit.

U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan · $120K–$150K

This U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan opportunity is limited to not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/NGOs, based in Kazakhstan; for-profit entities are explicitly not eligible. It funds administrative and programming support (stipends, outreach, monthly programming) for the American Corners/American Spaces network, with awards of roughly $120,000 to $150,000. The narrow geographic and organization-type requirements mean it is aimed at Kazakhstan-based nonprofits only.

U.S. Mission to Mexico · $300K–$500K

The U.S. Mission to Mexico's Public Diplomacy annual program statement invites proposals from not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society/NGOs), public and private educational institutions, individuals, and public international/governmental institutions. It funds cultural, educational, and exchange programming that strengthens U.S.-Mexico ties and must include a U.S. cultural element or connection. Awards range from about $300,000 to $500,000. Eligibility is broad across organization types.

Office on Violence Against Women · $400K–$900K

The Office on Violence Against Women's FY2026 Legal Assistance for Victims program funds legal assistance for victims of domestic/dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Eligible applicants are limited to private nonprofit entities, Indian Tribal governments and Tribal organizations, territorial organizations, and publicly funded organizations not acting in a governmental capacity (such as law schools). Projects must include organizations with a mission and history of serving these victims. Awards range from about $400,000 to $900,000.

U.S. Mission to Canada · $100K–$200K

The U.S. Mission to Canada announces a program to connect U.S. citizen experts, artists, athletes, and coaches with Canadian audiences on topics of strategic importance to the United States. Eligible applicants are public and private institutions of higher education and nonprofits (both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3), other than higher-ed institutions). Awards range from about $100,000 to $200,000. Eligibility is limited to nonprofits and educational institutions.

National Institute of Corrections · $0–$150K

The National Institute of Corrections invites applications from nonprofit organizations (including faith-based, community, and tribal organizations), for-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education to develop a behavioral health training and policy initiative for correctional settings. For-profit recipients must waive any profit or fee, and proof of 501(c)(3) status or an authorizing tribal resolution is required; foreign and international organizations are not eligible. The maximum award is about $150,000. Eligibility is fairly broad across U.S. organization types.

U.S. Mission to Canada · $75K

The U.S. Mission to Canada announces a program to convene Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs for an alumni summit in Ottawa. Eligible applicants are public and private institutions of higher education and nonprofits (both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3), other than higher-ed institutions). The award is about $75,000. Eligibility is limited to nonprofits and educational institutions, with the program targeting Canada-based exchange alumni.

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe · $50K–$54K

The U.S. Embassy in Harare's EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program is open to Zimbabwean not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society/NGOs) and public and private educational institutions. The grantee receives up to about $54,000 to administer advising and support for high-achieving Zimbabwean students applying to U.S. colleges and universities. Eligibility is narrow, limited to Zimbabwe-based nonprofits and educational institutions.

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe · $10K–$14K

The U.S. Embassy Harare's American Spaces Support Funds Program is open only to Zimbabwean not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society/NGOs); for-profit entities are not eligible. It funds administrative and programmatic support for the American Corner Gweru, with awards of roughly $10,000 to $14,000. Cost sharing is not required, but applicants must have a SAM.gov UEI and registration. Eligibility is narrow and limited to Zimbabwe-based nonprofits.

Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement · $500K–$750K

This U.S. State Department (Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement) grant is open to U.S.-based and foreign-based nonprofits/NGOs, educational institutions, and for-profit organizations to implement a project strengthening Uzbekistan's anti-corruption framework and improving its investment climate. Awards are expected to range from roughly $500,000 to $750,000. Eligibility is broad across organization types, but the work is country-specific to Uzbekistan; review Section C of the full announcement for detailed eligibility before applying.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The U.S. National Science Foundation's Science and Technology Studies (STS) program supports interdisciplinary research on the conceptual foundations, history, and social context of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Eligibility varies by proposal type: most categories are limited to U.S. institutions of higher education and U.S. non-profit, non-academic organizations, while dissertation grants are limited to higher-ed institutions and conference support has no limitations. This is research-oriented funding; review the PAPPG for the eligibility tied to your proposal type. Award amounts are not specified here.

Fish and Wildlife Service · $2K–$500K

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking research, restoration, and Regional Project proposals under the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act, open to states, Indian Tribes, and other interested entities. A key restriction is that proposed work must be within the Great Lakes Basin or affect a species present there. Funded proposals have ranged from about $2,000 to $500,000 (averaging around $217,000), with roughly $3.5 million expected this year, subject to Congressional appropriations.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · $10M

This HUD opportunity funds a single National Fund Manager to design and manage a Lead-Safe and Healthy Homes Financing Demonstration, a national platform to pool public and private capital to reduce residential lead exposure. The award is $10 million, and individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible; consortium applications are allowed with a designated lead applicant. This is a single, large national award for an organization capable of managing capital, financing mechanisms, and technical assistance, so eligibility is narrow in practice.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The U.S. National Science Foundation's Perception, Action & Cognition (PAC) program supports empirical and theoretical research on human perceptual, motor, and cognitive processes and their interactions. Eligibility is described as unrestricted, open to any entity type, though awards typically go to universities and research organizations. Proposals focused mainly on neural structure/function mapping, clinical populations, or non-human animals may be returned without review. Award amounts are not specified here.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The U.S. National Science Foundation's Mathematical Sciences Infrastructure Program supports projects that strengthen the mathematical sciences research community, including infrastructure, training, and conferences/workshops with regional or national impact. Eligibility is described as unrestricted, open to any entity type subject to clarification, though in practice these awards typically go to universities and research organizations. Proposals must demonstrate impact beyond the submitting institution. Specific award amounts are not provided here.

Community Oriented Policing Services · $0–$10.4M

The COPS Office FY26 Preparing for Active Shooter Situations (PASS) program funds scenario-based active-shooter and terrorism-response training for first responders. Eligibility is broad: public governmental agencies, federally recognized Indian tribes, for-profit organizations, nonprofits, institutions of higher education, community groups, and faith-based organizations may apply, but for-profits (and other recipients) must forgo any profit or management fee. The maximum award is about $10.35 million. This is broadly eligible but oriented toward organizations able to deliver national-scale training.

U.S. National Science Foundation · From $550

The U.S. National Science Foundation's Science of Learning and Augmented Intelligence (SL) program funds basic research on the principles and mechanisms of learning and on augmented intelligence (how human cognition can be enhanced through interaction with others or technology). Eligibility is described as unrestricted, open to any entity type, though awards typically go to universities and research organizations. Award amounts are not clearly specified here. Interdisciplinary and convergent projects are encouraged but single-discipline work is also eligible.