Grants to USA postdoctoral researchers to support research related to the treatment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders. LOIs, as well as letters of recommendation on behalf of the candidate, must be submitted no later than August 6, 2018. The purpose of this program is to invest in the upcoming generation of autism...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals affiliated with nonprofit organizations and institutions for research that will further suicide prevention efforts. LOIs are due August 1. Applications will be accepted from investigators representing all academic disciplines for both basic and applied research. All stud...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International postdoctoral fellows, clinicians, and researchers based at nonprofits, universities, academic medical centers, and biotechnology companies for translational research on drug therapies for Alzheimer's and related dementias. LOIs are due April 13. The Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Fo...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 per year to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations to promote religious, political, social, and economic equality for women. LOIs are due July 30. Funding may be requested for both general operating and project support. Please note that only feminist social change organizations may re...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, city and county departments and agencies, and state and federal agencies that are working locally on projects related to active transportation, bicycling, and community development. The deadline to submit an LOI is January 19, 2018. The majority of funding is inten...

Grants of up to $35,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for creative programs to improve the quality of K-12 education. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry by March 15. Priorities for grantmaking include proposals related to school and curriculum reform initiatives, and opportunities for professional development for...

Grants to USA and Canada researchers affiliated with a qualifying institution for research on spinal cord injury (SCI) and programs that address the quality of life for individuals living with SCI. Letters of Intent are due May 4. Funding is available for postdoctoral fellows, senior researchers, and pilot research project...

Grants to USA IHEs, government agencies, research centers, and qualifying individuals to support applied and fundamental research, extension projects, and education to promote sustainable agriculture. LOIs are due June 27. Projects may be related to food, natural resources, agriculture, and human sciences. Executive Su...

Grants to USA faculty and researchers and IHEs, nonprofits, government agencies, and for-profits for conservation research related to Long Island Sound. Pre-proposals are due June 20. The purpose of this program is to fund research that will improve the environmental management of Long Island Sound and its natural resource...

Grants of up to $80,000 per year to USA early career investigators employed at institutions of higher education for innovative research on visual function and visual disorders. Applicants must submit an LOI before submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support translational or basic research that enhances th...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for a wide variety of environmental and community programs and projects. Letters of Inquiry are due by February 1. Funding is intended to support projects in many fields of endeavor, including but not limited to, environmental initiatives that are working t...

Grants and awards to USA, Canada, and International researchers with an advanced degree (i.e., MD, PhD, MS, or PharmD) for scientific research projects that could result in new treatments for people with epilepsy. Funding is intended to accelerate therapies onto the market in a timeframe that will make a difference. ETP...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers, officers and board members of eligible organizations to support wildlife conservation research. Initial inquiries are due by July 27. Proposals should focus on the research and conservation of a specific vulnerable, endangered, or threatened species, or...

Grants averaging $2,500 and in-kind product donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for programs that provide music education in schools and local communities. New applicants must submit a letter of inquiry by July 31, 2018. Funding is intended to improve access to music instruction and to give children nati...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs to promote a world-class workforce in the STEM fields. Initial applications are due no later than July 31. Applicants are advised that registration in the online grants system may take up to four weeks to complete. Program Description: The ONR seeks a broad range of ap...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research on system, policy, and environmental strategies that will improve the health and wellbeing of children. Concept papers are due July 18. This program seeks to help all children achieve optimal nutrition and a healthy weight. Backgroun...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International scientists affiliated with universities, hospitals, and nonprofit or for-profit research institutions to carry out research related to prenatal and maternal health. LOIs are due by May 15, 2018. Primary emphasis is placed on research to prevent premature birth, infant mortality, and...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for studies on novel interventions and treatments for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Letters of intent are due July 18, 2018. Treatments may include medical approaches such as pharmacological treatments and complementary and alternative forms of healthcare, a...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals with paralysis due to a spinal cord injury to cover the costs of purchasing adaptive sports equipment. These grants are intended to foster inclusion in sports and recreation activities for individuals with paralysis, and to help such individuals overcome the barriers of paralysis....

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies for activities that benefit communities across a broad range of areas, with an emphasis on geographic locations where famiy members reside. Request summaries are due July 31. Priority areas include arts, culture, humanities, education, health and medical, human ...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 to USA (excluding New Mexico) organizations for publications that promote appreciation and awareness of the contemporary visual arts. LOIs are due March 1. Funding is primarily provided in support of publications and catalogues that showcase exhibitions by under-recognized or emerging ...

Grant to a USA or territories organization to evaluate the effectiveness of children’s health programs. Initial applications must be received by July 25. The grantee must have the capacity to design and implement a range of evaluations on short notice, across the breadth of issues targeted within the Foundation’s Healt...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories STEM educators affiliated with high schools and nonprofit educational organizations to lead high school student teams in a hands-on STEM challenge. The initial application is due April 9, 2018. Students will invent technological solutions to real-world problems of their own ch...

Grants ranging from $15,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofits to help use awareness practices to increase the effectiveness of the organizations. Letters of intent are due July 1, 2018. Funding is intended to promote social change work and advance the progressive movement. Specifically, the Foundation provides grants to: - ...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research to inform policies that promote public health and wellbeing. LOIs are due June 7. Proposals may address how local, state, and national policies can be used to promote lifelong health for communities, families, and individuals; as well as...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs for low-cost randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to build actionable evidence related to USA social spending and the effectiveness of social programs in the USA. Letters of inquiry are due by May 31. Funding is intended to implement trials using data that...

Grants to USA and Israel companies for collaborative research and development projects involving renewable energy and energy efficiency. Executive summaries are due July 9. Proposals will be considered for technology in all areas, such as wind and solar power, alternative fuels, advanced vehicle technology, smart grid, wat...

Grants to USA investigators working at nonprofit institutions for creative projects that improve the healthcare system and the value that it provides to patients and communities. A letter of intent must be submitted by May 3, 2018. Eligible topics include research that advances promising strategies in these areas: - ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies for programs that utilize technology or computer and video games to educate and have a significant positive impact on the lives of youth and young adults, ages 7-18. LOIs are due by June 22. Funded projects and programs must be available nationwide, or at a mi...

Grants to USA medical colleges, research universities, and institutions for projects related to science and engineering, as well as research in the medical field. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Foundation during the pre-application counseling period. The Research Program seeks to benefit humanity by ...

Grants to USA and Territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, public governmental institutions, and individuals for research projects focused on health and nutrition for infants and young children, ages 0-3. The deadline to submit a concept paper is May 15. Priority funding is intended for research in the areas of nutrition...

Grants to USA scholars to support high-level research on the economic, political, and social effects of the shifting ethnic and racial composition on the nation. LOIs are due no later than May 24. Applications are invited for proposals addressing immigration, race, and ethnicity in the context of behavioral economics. ...

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for ornamental horticulture educational and research initiatives, focused primarily in North America, Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Australia. Funding is intended to support projects that directly further research or educ...

Awards of $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to recognize outstanding leadership in the promotion and participation of underrepresented groups in engineering and science fields and careers. This may include African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic men, women of all ethnic and racial groups, and peopl...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $8,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to protect and conserve mountain climbing resources. Funding is intended to help create healthy landscapes, empower local climbing communities, and promote respect for climbing locations. Projects must: - Have measurable, high impact yet achievable go...

Grants ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 to USA nonprofit human services organizations working with youth and individuals with disabilities. Applications will be considered from organizations that deliver innovative care or are working to develop new models and ideas for doing so. The Foundation supports organizations work...

Grants of up to $1,200 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for research projects and publications that focus on promoting classic song. Eligible applications may be submitted at any stage of research. Proposals from graduate students writing dissertations, independent scholars, and faculty will be considered. ...

Grants starting at $2,500 to Alaska nonprofits, schools, agencies, and tribes for programs in the areas of community and economic development, human services, education, and arts and culture. Funding is intended to support efforts that make Alaska a better place to work and live. Community Development The Foundation i...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington libraries, information centers, and other organizations for technology projects that enhance access to health and biomedical information. Applicant should inform the funding source of their intent to apply in advance of the deadline. Background/Pu...

Grants of up to $12,000 to Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington libraries, information centers, and other organizations to enhance the use of and access to high-quality online health information. Applicant should inform the funding source of their intent to apply in advance of the deadline. The purpose of this gr...

Grants of up to $9,500 to Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington libraries, information centers, and other organizations to improve data science and data management related to health information. Applicant should inform the funding source of their intent to apply in advance of the deadline. Background/Purpose:Â...

Grants to USA individuals with an MD, PhD, or equivalent degree for research projects that relate to the hearing or balance functions of the ear, Meniere’s disease, or the societal costs of severe hearing loss. There are currently five different awards available, as outlined below: - AHRF Regular Grants: The Found...

Award of $2,000 to recognize a USA, Canada, or International scholar or performer for outstanding contributions to historical musical performing practices. Awards are intended to subsidize the publication costs of articles, monographs or editions, as well as public performance, recordings or other projects. The winner r...

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for projects that promote racial, gender, and economic justice. Funding is intended to support programs that benefit, and are directed by, women and girls. Eligible programs focus on activism, political change, and empowerment. Small and start-up organizat...

Grants to Alaska organizations to raise awareness of the impact of breast cancer on communities through education, outreach, research, early detection services, and/or treatment services. Funding is intended for projects that directly focus on breast cancer issues. The funding source is particularly interested in fundi...

In-kind grants to USA, Canada, and International educational institutions and public sector organizations to implement safety technology to ensure students and others on campus receive immediate emergency assistance. Grantees receive access to an App that integrates with existing third-party applications. Specifically, ...

Grants to USA state, territory, or tribal agencies to implement previously-developed plans to provide childcare assistance to low-income families. Applicants must create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline date. Please note that the current intake is open to organizations supported for the ...

Grants to USA public housing authorities to operate job programs in qualifying public housing developments. Applicants must verify or create the required registrations in advance of the deadline. This program seeks to address poverty affecting public housing residents by promoting, enabling, and facilitating employment. ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for programs focusing on conservation of the world's oceans. LOIs are due January 8, 2018. Funding is also available to Delaware, Illinois, Ohio, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. nonprofits in eligible areas for performing arts programs and to Chicago, Illinois organizatio...

Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, school districts, and IHEs in eligible western states and territories for comprehensive case management services for victims and potential victims of human trafficking. Applicants must create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline dat...

Grants to USA IHEs, nonprofit organizations, federal agencies, and federally-funded research and development centers (FFRDCs) for research activities to enhance the understanding of complex geological processes that affect the evolution of continental margins. Activities may address the chemical, biological, fluid, and mec...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International postdoctoral students and recent graduates to participate in scientific research exchange programs in eligible countries. These fellowships support post-doctoral research visits to laboratories throughout Europe and the world. Funding is intended for the fellow to pursue p...

Grants to Anchorage area, Alaska nonprofits that will benefit the local community in the areas of history, arts, journalism, and civic events. New applicants must contact the Foundation at least two weeks before applying. The funding source will also support post-secondary journalism education at UAA (University of Alaska...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for research projects that contribute to the conservation of elephants. Research may focus on African or Asian elephants and their habitats, or elephants in human care. The themes and focus areas for the current funding cycle are outlin...

Grants of up to $6,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools to create opportunities for young people to volunteer and create positive changes in their communities. Funding is intended for capacity-building training and to support ongoing partnerships to engage youth in service activities. Lead Agencies are a vita...

Grants starting at $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and government agencies for collaborative arts engagement and cultural planning projects that enhance the quality of life in local communities. Applicants are advised to verify or create the required registrations by July 19. Initial application comp...

Grants starting at $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofit and university-based art or design service organizations for the development and dissemination of creative placemaking knowledge through collaborative projects. Applicants are advised to create or verify the necessary registrations by July 19, and a required form ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, and IHEs to build organizational capacity to offer humanities programming. Applicants should confirm or create the required registrations no later than July 25. This program enables capacity building in infrastructure development. Awards aim...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 to USA nonprofits for projects that promote greater voter participation and citizen education. A letter of inquiry is due on June 5, 2018. Funding is intended to help facilitate and ensure a responsive, responsible democratic government through citizen involvement. All projects must be...

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International organizations to support proven solutions that encourage people to adopt behaviors that will prevent or mitigate climate change. Applications are invited from innovative solutions that use social incentives, choice architecture, and emotional appeals to change the habits of people a...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to provide quality music education programs for children. Applicants must submit the preliminary application by July 31, 2018. Proposals should focus on student participation and achievement, research, innovation, professional development for music educators, and collaborations between...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and certain qualified individuals for randomized controlled trial evaluations addressing reentry initiatives for prisoners. Applicants are advised to verify or create the required registrations well in advance of the deadline. Overview: ...

Grants to USA young faculty members in the early stages of their academic careers for innovative research projects in the chemical and life sciences. Funding is primarily intended to foster the creation of new methods, materials, and instruments that will lead to unique scientific research. Projects proposed for the BYI...

Grant to a USA nonprofit organization to design and implement an international flight coordination system for specified domestic airports. Applicants are advised that registrations required to apply may take up to four weeks to complete. Qualified applicants have demonstrated experience in international airport arrivals an...

Grants to USA, Canada, and international women journalists for projects that focus on media development initiatives, investigative reporting, and educational opportunities. The purpose of this fund is to advance the role of women in news media, promote transparency, and contribute to a diversity of voices. The Howard G...

Grants to USA states, groups of states, agencies, nonprofits, and IHEs for regional and national conservation and restoration projects. LOIs are due by May 4, 2018. Projects must benefit sport fish, wild birds, and/or wild mammals, and must address regional or national level funding priorities of state fish and wildlife a...

Grant to a USA nonprofit for projects and programs to promote cybersecurity awareness and training for K-12 students and teachers. Funding is intended to increase the scope of existing cybersecurity education programs and to encourage youth to enter STEM disciplines and eventually the cybersecurity workforce. The Depar...

Grant of up to $40,000 to a USA individual or group of researcher affiliated with qualifying institutions for studies related to the effectiveness of physical therapist interventions within any relevant discipline. Priority will be given to research which has direct application to the practice of physical therapy. Prop...

Award to a USA nonprofit organization that demonstrates excellence in innovation. The award is intended to honor organizations that utilize innovative practices to improve their performance. The judges will also consider the amount of promise an organization shows to further leverage the discipline of innovation based on w...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for research on migraine headaches. Funding is intended to support research to improve treatments, discover causes, find cures, and on migraine disorders. Applications are invited for transformational projects with the potential to enhance the quality of...

Grant to a USA individual or group of investigators for a research project related to the effectiveness of common physical therapy interventions. A letter of intent is due May 31, 2018. Preference will be given to studies that also examine the cost-effectiveness of these interventions and to projects having the most immedi...

Grants to USA state, local, and tribal government agencies for comprehensive programs that identify and remediate hazards related to lead-based paint in rental units and owner-occupied housing. Applicants are advised that registrations required to apply may take up to four weeks to complete. Healthy Homes Supplemental ...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations creating positive change through promoting self-sufficiency and community integration. Programs should address issues affecting children and families, the environment, and disenfranchised groups. Specifically, Singing for Change looks for groups that...

Grants to USA public and private institutions of higher education that have been affected by recent natural disasters and emergencies, including hurricanes and wildfires. Pre-applications are due no later than June 4. Funds will be provided to qualifying institutions for emergency assistance in locations that have been dir...

Grants to USA nonprofits for innovative projects that benefit older Americans (ages 65 and above). Funding is specifically intended to support proposals that focus on the areas of advocacy, direct services, education and training programs for professionals working with the elderly, and/or research to identify the causes of...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve public equestrian trails and for trail maintenance educational programs. Eligible trails are those that are accessible to the public. Priority will be given to educational programs that target youth. Projects may include, but are not limited to: - Trail maintenance, c...

Award of $5,000 and additional benefits to a USA, Canada, or International individual or team to recognize outstanding contributions to science diplomacy. Nominations are invited on behalf of those working in the engineering, science, or foreign affairs communities. Eligible candidates are those who have furthered the role...

Award of $2,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual to recognize outstanding contributions to online education during the early phase of their career. Strong candidates are known for service to the profession, leadership activities, contributions to advancing the field, and scholarly publications. Award Crite...

Grants ranging from $15,000 to $40,000 per year to USA, Canada, and International individuals for humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences research on aggression and violence. Consideration will be given to projects with the potential to enhance understanding of the manifestations, causes, and control of aggressio...

Grants of up to $30,000 in direct costs to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations for a broad range of research projects addressing gambling disorders. In addition to direct costs, applicants may request up to 15 percent of administration and facilities costs. Projects may explore the eti...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 to USA nonprofits, local climbing and conservation organizations, government agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that enhance or preserve climbing access and strive to conserve the national climbing environment. Applicants who have not been previously funded will be give...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA judicial courts, related court organizations, IHEs, nonprofits, individuals, government agencies, and corporations to develop and enhance curricula to meet the educational needs of their jurisdiction. Courts are invited to submit applications for the adaptation of curricula, or the implementa...

Grants to USA courts, related court organizations, IHEs, nonprofits, individuals, government agencies, and corporations for projects that enhance training and education related to courts and the justice system, as well as to improve justice administration in courts at all levels. Funding may be requested for innovative res...

Grants to Alaska municipalities and regional housing authorities to support the construction of facilities in small boat harbors. Examples of eligible project components include, but are not limited to, pilings and anchors, approach structures, access ramps, gangways, floating breakwaters, and launch ramps. This grant ...

Grants to USA state and territory government agencies to reduce the severity and number of hazardous materials incidents and crashes involving commercial motor vehicles. This program seeks to reduce commercial motor vehicle-involved fatalities, injuries, and crashes, through uniform, effective, and consistent safety progra...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International active or retired engineers and scientists to recognize contributions to promote public understanding of, and engagement with, technology and science. Nominees will be evaluated based on materials produced for public audiences, such as print materials, film and broadcasting, lecture...

Award of $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International scientist or engineer to recognize efforts to protect the public's safety, health and welfare. Candidates for this award have focused the public's interest on the impacts of technology and science on society. The AAAS Award for Scientific Freedom and Responsibility is p...

Grants ranging from $20,000 to $75,000 to USA nonprofits, public school districts, and private and public elementary and secondary schools for children's and youth education programs, specifically in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), the environment, job training, and literacy. For t...

Fellowships of up to $35,000 per year to USA postdoctoral scholars to pursue research at institutions of higher education located in Israel. Proposals are sought from innovative and bright scholars working in any academic discipline. The primary factor for consideration is academic excellence. Evaluation Criteria: ...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA and territories court managers and full-time state court judges to take advantage of professional development opportunities. Funding enables grantees to attend courses to improve their skills, abilities, and knowledge which they may not otherwise attend due to limited local, state, and persona...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA state, local, and regional courts to retain expert consulting services in order to understand an issue, plan a response to the problem, and carry out required changed. Funding may be used for consultant fees, as well as travel by officials from another court so they may examine the facility, ...

Grants to USA academics and professionals to participate in research and teaching in a broad range of disciplines. Funding will support work at qualifying institutions, research centers, and organizations throughout the world. Opportunities are open to university and college faculty and administrators, as well as artists, ...

Award of $5,000 to a USA or International scientist or engineer with less than seven years' experience, who has demonstrated excellence in engaging the public in science activities. Eligible activities may include public outreach, informal science education, and radio, TV and film programs, science cafés, science exhibits...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for activities that will reduce and eliminate the threat of nuclear war. Grantmaking priorities include building regional security and peace, and preventing the emergence of new states with nuclear weapons. The Foundation makes grants for activities...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to address the welfare of service animals and to promote environmental and wildlife preservation. An initial inquiry must be submitted before applying. Funding is intended to support and benefit seeing eye dogs and for conservation activities and programs. The Foundation may award ...

Grants ranging from $100 to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for programs that provide music education to children and youth throughout the nation. Particular interest is given to organizations that take innovative approaches, operate with a low overhead, and demonstrate collaborative elements in their wo...

Fellowship of up to $4,000 to a USA, Canada, or Puerto Rico optometric resident or faculty member for new optometric and vision science research. Funding is intended to benefit an individual at an early stage in his or her career. Applicants should be seeking answers to questions in the areas of vision science, clinical pr...

Grants ranging from $500 to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, running clubs, and elementary and middle schools to implement structured youth running programs. The funded program may be either a start-up program or a pre-existing program. Eligible programs are those that are more than just a one-time event. They shou...

Grants to USA researchers at nonprofit institutions for investigations into practices and policies that improve the lives of American children and youth ages 5 - 25. Awards are intended to fund research that generates change by contributing to a body of theoretical and empirical knowledge that can improve the lives of youn...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations for workshops that provide coaching and support for amateur musicians playing chamber music. Funding is available to reduce registration fees for participants, subsidize coaches’ salaries, and provide scholarships for participants. ACMP defines a workshop as a pr...