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Grants for New Jersey Nonprofits & 501(c)(3) Organizations

Explore 1,520 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in New Jersey. 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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Award to a USA or Canada Residency Program in Recognition of Innovative Education in Psychiatry

Deadline: 06/30/27

Award to a USA or Canada psychiatric education program in recognition of innovative methods to train medical students, residents, mental health professionals, physicians, and community members. Recipients will receive a certificate and a grant. A representative fr...

GrantWatch ID#: 153304

Loans to New Jersey Emergency Service Organizations for Capital Purchases and Improvements

Deadline: 06/30/27

Loans of up to $50,000 to New Jersey volunteer emergency services organizations for capital purchases and improvements. Funding is intended to help volunteer fire companies, first aid and ambulance squads, and rescue squads to purchase or upgrade vehicles; purchas...

GrantWatch ID#: 197289

Grants to USA Community Colleges, Trade Schools, and IHEs to Provide Scholarships for Manufact...

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants to USA community colleges, trade schools, and IHEs to provide scholarships for manufacturing training programs. The purpose of the program is to enhance interest in manufacturing-based careers and increase the availability of skilled workers in the manufact...

GrantWatch ID#: 199369

Grants to New York and New Jersey Nonprofits to Benefit the Visually Impaired

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants to New York and New Jersey nonprofit organizations to benefit the visually impaired. Funding is intended to support a range of institutions, agencies, and services that will benefit people who are blind. Funding may also be used to support medical research ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220210

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Benefit Israeli Citizens and Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Educ...

Deadline: 06/30/27

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to promote the welfare of Israeli citizens and grants to Florida nonprofit organizations for educational programming in eligible locations. Grants for Israel are primarily focused on caring for the sick or agi...

GrantWatch ID#: 220227

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Service Programs

Deadline: 07/01/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community service programs related to animals, education, religious, literary, and scientific purposes. The funding source is particularly interested in projects that prevent animal cruelty and programs to assist veterans ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213436

Grant to a New Jersey Nonprofit to Improve Lives of Women and Children

Deadline: 07/01/27

Grant of $5,000 to a New Jersey nonprofit organization to benefit local women and children in eligible locations. The purpose of funding is to provide opportunities that will improve the political, health, legal, professional, and educational status of women and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 214156

Grants to New York City and New Jersey Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Support Music Educa...

Deadline: 07/01/27

Grants to New York City and New Jersey nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to support musical education and musical performing arts. Funding is intended for classical music orchestral performances and concerts as well as for educational programs. Priorit...

GrantWatch ID#: 219867

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for a Wide Range of Educational and Charitable Initiatives

Deadline: 07/07/27

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for a wide range of educational and charitable initiatives. Funding is intended to support activities in the program areas of arts, culture, humanities, education, environment, animals, health, human services, and publi...

GrantWatch ID#: 220209

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Children and Youth

Deadline: 07/15/27

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for initiatives to directly benefit children and youth. Funding is intended for activities, programs, and research that help ensure the mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional welfare of young people. Grants...

GrantWatch ID#: 172880

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Support a Wide Range of Charitable Purposes

Deadline: 07/15/27

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations to support a wide range of charitable purposes. Funding is intended to support the media, religious organizations, the arts, and the environment. Initiatives should be in the following focus areas: arts, culture, and hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 220143

Award to a USA or International Individual or Organization for Contributions in Education

Deadline: 07/15/27

Award of $100 to a USA, Canada, or international organization or individual for outstanding contributions in traditional cultural education. This award is intended to recognize a developed work that effectively inspires K–12 educators or students to engage with ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222513

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for a Wide Range of Initiatives to Benefit Vulnerable Populati...

Deadline: 07/22/27

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for a wide range of initiatives to benefit vulnerable populations. Funding is intended to support activities in the program areas of education, environment, animals, health, and human services. The goal of the grants is...

GrantWatch ID#: 220335

Grants and Awards to USA Nonprofits and IHEs for the Advancement of Exemplary Academics in Sci...

Deadline: 07/28/27

Grants and awards to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs for activities that further the professional advancement of researchers and educators in scientific fields. First-time applicants are advised that required registrations can take several weeks to complete. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162930

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for Programs Benefiting Local Residents in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 07/31/27

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for programs that meet the needs of local communities in eligible counties. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support long-term programs and projects in a w...

GrantWatch ID#: 181697

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Research Projects and Educational Prog...

Deadline: 07/31/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to support research and education related to cancer. Funding is intended for research projects focusing on cancer causes, care, and treatment, as well as for educational programs on cancer prevention...

GrantWatch ID#: 219854

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Human Services and Medical Research and Grants to California Nonp...

Deadline: 07/31/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs in human services and medical research and grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs in animal welfare and education in eligible regions. There are no geographic limitations for medical research an...

GrantWatch ID#: 220229

Grants to USA Researchers at IHEs for Research that will Commercially Benefit the Floral Indus...

Deadline: 08/01/27

Grants to USA researchers at IHEs for research that will commercially benefit the floral industry. Funding is intended for projects that will identify challenges within the industry and work to solve them. Funded researchers will be expected to disseminate their f...

GrantWatch ID#: 209139

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Hunter Associations for Initiatives Related to H...

Deadline: 08/01/27

Grants to USA qualifying nonprofit organizations, schools, IHEs, libraries, and hunting associations for initiatives related to health, education, and animals and environment. Eligible applicants include associations of game hunters and charitable organizations th...

GrantWatch ID#: 220212

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits for a Range of Activities to Benefit the Local Population

Deadline: 08/01/27

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for a range of activities to benefit the local population. Funding is intended to support programs in the following focus areas: education, health, and human services. Preference may be given to organizations that assis...

GrantWatch ID#: 220339

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits and Agencies for Local Cultural and Historical Programming

Deadline: 08/15/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and municipal government agencies in eligible regions to support local cultural and historical programming. Funding is intended for specific arts-related or history-related projects or for operating and...

GrantWatch ID#: 173543

Grants to USA Nonprofit Organizations to Advance Immigrant Welfare

Deadline: 04/26/28

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations that assist immigrants and specifically address immigrant related issues. Priority is given to organizations that create innovative solutions for victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, and unaccompan...

GrantWatch ID#: 157409

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Reduce Social Inequality and Promote Environmental Solutions

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to reduce social inequality and promote environmental solutions. Eligible programs will address the areas of racial, economic, and environmental justice, including addressing wealth gaps, access to capital, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 123756

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofit Charitable Organizations to Impact Public Policy on a Varie...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit charitable organizations to impact public policy on a variety of national and international issues. In previous years, grants have been awarded for general operations and project support to think tanks, national councils, judicia...

GrantWatch ID#: 125864

In-Kind Donations to USA Schools and IHEs in Multiple States to Advance Digital Equity for Stu...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of technology and internet service to USA schools, colleges, and universities in multiple states to advance digital equity for students. Eligible applicants are located in the funding source's service area in the following states: Alabama, Alaska...

GrantWatch ID#: 126950

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Medical Procedures to Benefit Rescue Animals

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and municipal agencies for medical procedures to benefit rescue animals and place them for adoption. Funding is intended for procedures that will benefit animals who have suffered abuse or neglect. The purpose ...

GrantWatch ID#: 132697

Grants to USA and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and agencies for initiatives to benefit families, children, and communities. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Focus areas include early care ...

GrantWatch ID#: 133552

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Communities Around the World

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that positively impact people around the world and their communities. Support is primarily given to programs in the areas of architecture and the arts, education, empowering underserved communities, worker's rig...

GrantWatch ID#: 138286

Grants to USA and International Nonprofits for Initiatives to Improve Ocean Health

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations for environmental sustainability initiatives to improve ocean health. Funding is intended to support programs that promote ocean stewardship, restore coastal ecosystems, and model best practices of sustainabi...

GrantWatch ID#: 142067

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofit and For-Profit Developers to Develop Low-Cost Housing

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and businesses to develop low-cost housing, including homeownership and rental projects, for low-income residents. Funding may be used for expenses such as construction costs, financing and professional fees, acquisitio...

GrantWatch ID#: 144238

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Nonprofit for Outstanding Contributions to Humanitari...

Deadline: Ongoing

Award to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit organization to recognize outstanding efforts toward alleviating human suffering. The purpose of this award is to honor and advance the recipient organization’s efforts and call attention to the global need for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 146363

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Clubs for Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and clubs to offset costs associated with the rescue of pets. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, supplies, spaying and neutering, and veterinary care. The rescue grant program provides financial assistance to n...

GrantWatch ID#: 147494

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Address Community Social Issues

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to address social issues in communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Key focus areas include STEM education and road safety. Priorit...

GrantWatch ID#: 151351

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Healthcare Providers to Advance Hea...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International registered charities, healthcare providers, IHEs, medical associations, and community groups for innovative activities related to rare diseases. Funding is intended to support projects and events that further healthcare, ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 153338

Grants to USA Organizations to Provide Free Financial Planning Services to Underserved Populat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA financial planning organizations to offer events that allow underserved attendees to have free, confidential sessions with professionals. Examples of possible programs include financial educational clinics that offer one-on-one sessions, or financial...

GrantWatch ID#: 154376

Grants to USA Tribes, Agencies, and Nonprofits to Strengthen Native Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA tribes, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations including schools and IHEs for projects that benefit Native nations and people. Grant funds are intended to support land-related projects. Eligible proposals support the recovery and retention ...

GrantWatch ID#: 154595

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies in Multiple States for Professional Developmen...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in the funding source's service area to offer professional development opportunities to employees. The purpose of the program is to provide courses and classes that will enhanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 155787

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Health Initiatives

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and public agencies for projects, programs, and events that benefit local community members in eligible locations. Funding is intended for health and wellness initiatives. Eligible applicants must be loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 156599

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Support Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations to fund disaster relief efforts to benefit animals. Funding is intended to support organizations offering financial or physical assistance in local recovery efforts for either natural or man-made disasters. Ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 156604

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Community Benefit and Environmental Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs to benefit communities in the funding source's service area. Focus areas include the environment, environmental education, workforce, skills development, and causes important to the local commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 156969

Grants to USA State Dental Associations to Provide Essential Financial Relief to Dentists Impa...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and territories state dental associations and affiliates to provide essential financial relief to dentists impacted by natural disasters. Funding is intended for dentists for short-term personal essential needs such as clothing, medi...

GrantWatch ID#: 157479

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Prepare Health Professionals to Meet Contemporary Nee...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, institutions, and agencies for programs to ensure healthcare professionals are well-educated and prepared to meet contemporary health needs. Funding is intended for projects addressing medical...

GrantWatch ID#: 157997

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and IHEs for Ocean Conservation Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and IHEs for projects related to ocean conservation. Funding is specifically intended for projects related to supporting sustainable fishing and marine protected areas surrounding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 159199

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Animal Benefit Programs and Youth Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to improve the lives of animals. Funding is also available for programs addressing youth education. Eligible applicants are located in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New J...

GrantWatch ID#: 159579

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs in Culture, Arts, Environment, and Technology

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives in the areas of culture, arts, environment, and technology. Within each of these areas, the Foundation places a special emphasis on education. While consideration may be given to proposals in other areas, the F...

GrantWatch ID#: 160389

In-Kind Grants of Equipment and Software to USA Educational Institutions to Update Classroom T...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of equipment and software to USA educational institutions to update classroom technology. Funding is intended to increase visibility and expand access to AV systems. Grant types include, but are not limited to, distance learning solutions, Classr...

GrantWatch ID#: 160902

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit and For-Profit Entrepreneurial Enterprises ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit entrepreneurial enterprises for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161348

Grants to USA IHEs, Research Organizations, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Innovat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA IHEs, research organizations, for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for innovative agricultural research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Proposals are invited for high-p...

GrantWatch ID#: 161422

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Early Childhood Education Initiatives

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to benefit education. Funding is intended for initiatives that improve readiness for school in subjects such as math, the arts, science, and vocabulary development. Funded activities must occur in a communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 161489

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs and Research Centers for Science and Mathematics...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International educational institutions and research centers for projects in the fields of physical sciences, computer science, and mathematics. Applicants must submit a letter of intent in advance of a full proposal. This program will su...

GrantWatch ID#: 161529
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