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U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The NSF Energy, Power, Control, and Networks (EPCN) program funds research on modeling, optimization, learning, and control of networked systems, electric power and energy systems, power electronics, and related machine-learning methods. Eligibility is unrestricted across NSF's standard applicant types (primarily universities and research organizations), so most academic and nonprofit research entities can apply. No specific award amount or deadline is listed.

Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits and public agencies for projects addressing recreation/tourism, historic and cultural preservation, or environmental education in California's Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta region, with priority for disadvantaged/severely disadvantaged communities. This is an ongoing, noncompetitive process requiring a concept proposal before a full application; partnerships are encouraged but not required. No specific award amount or deadline is listed, and scope is limited to the Delta region.

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.

State Water Resources Control Board · Amount varies

Open to local public agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofits registered in California, public utilities, federally and non-federally recognized tribes, and mutual water companies. Funds construction (and in some cases planning/design) for recycled water treatment, storage, groundwater recharge, and surface water augmentation projects; operations and maintenance costs are not eligible. No specific award amount or deadline is listed, and all community types, including disadvantaged communities, may apply.

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.

Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) opportunity from the Administration for Children and Families (Children's Bureau) focused on technology-enhanced recruitment and matching of adoptive families. Eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines have not been published; ACF awards of this type typically go to nonprofits, public child-welfare agencies, and universities rather than individuals. Check the official notice when released for exact eligibility and application details.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This NIH P20 opportunity is a limited competition aimed at schools and colleges of nursing that currently receive limited NIH funding, intended to help them build community-partnered nursing research centers. Full eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published since this listing is still in forecast status, so interested institutions should watch for the formal funding opportunity announcement.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

NSF's Plant Genome Research Program funds genome-scale plant biology research and related tools/technology development, and is restricted to U.S. nonprofit research organizations and accredited institutions of higher education. General nonprofits, small businesses, and individuals are not eligible. No specific funding amount is listed for this program.

Natural Resources · Amount varies

Illinois' Urban and Community Forestry Program (FY24) provides technical and financial assistance to communities for managing trees and related natural resources, open to public and private colleges/universities, 501(c)(3) nonprofits (excluding institutions of higher education from that category), and government organizations. No award amount or application deadline is listed, so applicants should confirm current funding levels with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

Centers for Disease Control-GHC · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) CDC global health opportunity to engage faith-based organizations in sustaining HIV and tuberculosis services in Ethiopia. Eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines have not been posted; CDC global health awards of this type are generally limited to organizations with in-country presence and relevant public health experience, and U.S.-only applicants without Ethiopia operations are often not competitive. Watch for the official notice to confirm who may apply and any restrictions on foreign or domestic organizations.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is an NIH forecast for a future funding opportunity addressing health disparities among rural populations (R01, clinical trial optional); no eligibility, funding amount, or deadline details have been published yet. It is intended for research institutions once the full notice is released. Check NIH's site for the formal announcement before applying.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) NIH program to fund the Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Centers, which support coordinated aging research and the development of new investigators focused on maintaining independence in older adults. Eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines have not been posted; these center awards are typically limited to universities and academic medical centers with established aging-research programs. Review the official notice when released for exact eligibility and funding terms.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is an NIH forecast listing for a future nutrition research funding opportunity; the agency has not yet published eligibility, funding amounts, or a deadline. Once NIH releases the full notice, it will likely target research institutions and investigators studying nutrition across the lifespan. Check back for the formal Notice of Funding Opportunity before planning an application.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted NIH U01 cooperative agreement (clinical trials not allowed) to support the Stroke Preclinical Assessment Network (SPAN) through network sites and a coordinating center, focused on rigorous translational studies of acute cerebroprotection. Eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines have not been posted; these awards typically go to universities and research institutions with relevant preclinical capacity. Note that clinical trials are not permitted under this opportunity; review the official notice for exact requirements.

State Water Resources Control Board · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments, this California SAFER Program funding targets counties and their partners to build proactive regional programs addressing drinking water problems for households served by state small water systems and domestic wells. Funds are not awarded directly to individual households. No specific award amount or deadline is listed, and the geographic scope is limited to California.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

NSF's Engineering Design and Systems Engineering program funds fundamental research on design science and systems science, covering topics such as design optimization, robotics, and design cognition. Eligibility is unrestricted among standard NSF applicant categories, effectively meaning research institutions and research-focused organizations. No specific award amount is listed for this solicitation.

Aging · $15K–$30K

State and local governments, tribal governments and organizations, faith-based and community-based nonprofits, hospitals, and colleges/universities can apply for this Illinois Aging Department program (Older Americans Act Section 411; state agencies also eligible under ACA Section 2042). It funds mentoring and internship programs within Adult Protective Services provider networks to build a pipeline of trained staff and address elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Awards range from $15,000 to $30,000.

Natural Resources · $30K–$2M

Open to government agencies, schools, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations for fish and wildlife management activities tied to Upper Mississippi River Asian carp control, in line with Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office priorities. Awards range from $30,000 to $2 million. No deadline is listed; broad eligibility across organization types.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open), limited-competition NIH Small Grant Program tied to the NCATS Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) program, with clinical trials optional. Because it is a limited competition, eligibility is typically restricted to existing CTSA hub institutions or their affiliated investigators, not the general public. Award amounts and deadlines have not been posted; review the official notice when released to confirm whether your institution is eligible.

Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · Amount varies

Nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments can apply to this Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy program funded under Proposition 4's wildfire chapter. It funds projects that improve local fire prevention capacity, forest health, or reduce wildfire spread into populated areas, and each project must also address watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral/forest restoration, or workforce development. Specific award amounts and deadlines are not listed, so applicants should verify current guidelines directly with the Conservancy.