Grants starting at $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofit, governmental, and school-based libraries to address significant opportunities and challenges in the archival and library fields. Applicants must first submit a preliminary proposal. Funding is intended to support one of the following three goals: lifelong learnin...

Grants starting at $10,000 to support USA, Canada, and International research, education, and conservation projects with particular focus on threatened ocean wildlife species and their habitats. The first stage application must be submitted and approved prior to submission of a full proposal. Only projects concerned with m...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs for a range of humanities projects serving the general public. This program supports a variety of forms of audience engagement. Applications should follow the parameters set out below for one of the following three categories: Community Convers...

Grants to USA orchestras, ensembles, performing organizations, presenters, and individuals to perform classical American music. While applications may be submitted for contemporary works, preference will be given to performances that portray a sense of American music of the past. Of particular interest are neglected an...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for grassroots efforts to promote environmental conservation and protection. Applications are invited fro action-oriented projects that address root causes and present a clear strategy. Projects should promote public involvement and civic engagement. Gran...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies in multiple states to improve or create existing housing projects for low-income families from all populations, including new immigrants, mentally or physically disabled individuals, emancipated youth, families headed by a single individual (may be a parent; gra...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding will be provided for programs that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, facilitating American Indian education (particularly college, graduate, and post-graduate education), ...

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, tribal and governmental agencies, and public schools for programs that benefit low and moderate-income families and individuals. Program areas include community development, education, human services, arts and culture, and the environment. For the purposes of these grant...

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and international non-profit organizations that provide innovative, high-quality conservation and science programs worldwide. Priority is given to proposals that demonstrate a measurable, common-sense approach to conservation and science issues, appropriate research methodologies, effective k...

Fellowships to USA and Japan scholars and professionals to support multidisciplinary research related to topics of global concern. Possible research themes include security, sustainable development, governance and civic participation, and social, cultural, and scientific trends and transformations. The purpose of this pro...

Grants ranging from $1,500 to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, universities, museums, civic institutions, and trade publishers for financial assistance to produce and publish non-fiction books. Funding is intended for publications on the subjects of art, architecture, and design; cultural history, the ...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with academic institutions, nonprofit or conservation organizations, or accredited zoos for wildlife conservation efforts. The purpose of this program is to enhance understanding of endangered, threatened, and rare species and their habitats,...

Fellowships to early career conservation scientists based at USA institutions for a two-year post-doctoral research program. Eligible scientists may be from any nationality. This fellowship program is intended to strengthen the skills of leading scientists through two years of applied post-doctoral research in the field of...

Grants of up to $80,000 to USA fashion manufacturers to participate in a virtual residency of education and mentorship to strengthen businesses and encourage ethical and innovative practices. Funding may cover programs to invest in new technologies and encourage sustainability. The CFDA + LEXUS FASHION* INITIATIVE is de...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits or commercial publishers to fund scholarly manuscripts that are the length of a book and address the subjects of American art history, visual studies, and related subjects. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Manuscripts must be under con...

Grants generally ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for the preservation of natural resources, especially in the Caribbean Basin and eastern North America, with an emphasis on the United States. Letters of inquiry are due September 14, 2018. Major program areas include (in descending order o...

Grants of up to $10,000 and additional in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International scholars representing indigenous communities for efforts to document, preserve, and enliven indigenous cultures, languages, and knowledge systems. Funding is intended to increase access to the Smithsonian’s diverse collections- archi...

Grants to USA and Latin America nonprofits for efforts to create policy changes that will improve the lives of Latin Americans. The funding source has identified the following three program areas in which focused, expert research and innovation have the potential to make significant positive impact: - Democratic Gover...

Grants ranging between $5,000 and $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and academic or research institutions for projects that will advance and safeguard the organic industry and the livelihood of organic farmers. An LOI is required before submitting a full application. This fund provides a way for farmers to address the...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs in the areas of education, Judaism, scientific research and development, community outreach, environmental concerns, small business development, and public broadcasting support. Proposals are judged on the criteria of community impact and public benefit, potential, organiz...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, agencies, libraries, and schools to enhance libraries through professional development and training of library employees. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application and should register online at least two weeks before applying. The Laura Bush 21st Cent...

Grants to USA nonprofits to address environmental issues, specifically the protection of clean drinking water resources, as well as efforts to challenge the development of natural gas use and infrastructure in New York State. New applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a Letter of Inquiry as a preliminary step before ...

Grants to USA nonprofits for a broad range of animal welfare programs, projects, and activities. New applicants are recommended to submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding will be provided for the following two types of activities: - Efforts that aim to promote humane treatment and care of domestic anim...

Grants of $6,000 to USA individual researchers, teachers, and scholars to support scholarly research in the humanities disciplines. Applicants must create or verify the required registrations by September 12. Applications are invited from individuals who are pursuing advanced research that offers value to humanities schola...

Grants starting at $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs for the digitization of out-of-print humanities literature. Applicants are advised to ensure the required registrations are complete well in advance of the deadline date. This program enables scholars, students, teachers, and the publi...

Grants to USA IHEs, state agricultural research stations, other research organizations, federal agencies, national laboratories, private organizations, corporations, groups, and individuals for research addressing agricultural resilience and sustainability. Proposals should advance knowledge of the plant’s food, energy, ...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA and territories schools, community groups, nature centers, or museums for projects that involve youth in environmental and conservation education. Applicants must attend a pre-application training. Projects should help students enhance the environment of their schools or neighborhoods. Stu...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals affiliated with a Native American tribe for art projects that will preserve and strengthen the tribe's culture. The grant program will provide recipients with both financial and technical support. Recipients will be offered tools, resources, and capital to build on their one-of-a-k...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, land conservation groups, and public riding areas to promote safe and responsible usage of off-highway vehicles. Eligible programs include those that educate the public on the proper use of land for outdoor recreation and practices that protect access to public lands. T...

Grants to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs in the areas of health, sciences, spiritual enrichment, community services, cultural arts, higher education, and historical documentation, preservation, and exhibition. Primary consideration is given to programs impacting the Greater Fred...

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations for the development, production, and post-production of Holocaust-related films. Films should have an educational value and a broad distribution potential. Proposed films will be judged on historical accuracy, creativity, feasibility, and vision. A...

Grants to USA nonprofit institutions for the integration of technology in the field of European art history. Funding is available for activities that use new technologies to support art history, as well as the creation of online art history resources, including both visual and textual resources. This program aims to foster...

Grants of $3,000 and grants of $5,000 to USA and Canada grassroots groups, tribes, and First Nations organizations for projects that strive to mitigate the negative impacts of mining. Projects that aim to protect the ecosystems, environment, community health, and cultural resources from mining impacts will be given prefere...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for professional art conservation research, publications, symposia, and conferences. Funding is especially intended for art conservation proposals focusing on European art of the pre-modern era. Proposals should detail plans for creating and disseminating specialized knowledge, includ...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career individuals for exploratory and broad-interest projects in the fields of conservation, research, storytelling, education, and technology. Funding is intended for the following areas of focus: wildlife, the human journey, or the changing pl...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs for projects that promote public engagement with historical resources. Applicants are advised to verify or create the required registrations at least six weeks prior to the deadline. Emphasis is placed on projects that result in online tools. ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs for the publication of documentary editions of the nation’s historical records. Eligible projects may center around the papers of important figures from American history, or involve broad historical movements in politics, social reform, business...

Grants of up to $5,000 and in-kind donations to USA nonprofits, groups, and businesses to conserve, protect, and restore important wildlife habitats in ponds, rivers, swamps, wetlands, and streams. Consideration will be given to both new and ongoing projects. Applications are invited from innovative groups in local communi...

Grants to USA nonprofits and government agencies in multiple states for a range of programs that benefit local communities where the funding source operates. The funding source concentrates its community support the priority areas of conservation and the environment, early childhood education (birth to five years), empowe...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for a broad range of charitable initiatives, as well as projects that advance education, culture, and science. An LOI must be submitted at least 4-6 weeks in advance of the deadline. Examples of previously supported organizations include theaters, medical centers, hospitals and clinic...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that mitigate the environmental impact of humans on the planet. The Company aims to cultivate relationships with those who are looking to make an impact to help inspire others to joyously embrace sustainable choices. Program areas include yout...

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations to benefit DC metropolitan region communities. Program areas include community services, arts and humanities, health, environment, and education. The Foundation seeks to respond to community needs and issues. The Foundation’s process is highly compe...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to help cover the costs of international travel to Southeast, East, and Central Europe, Central Asia, the Baltic states, Mongolia, and Russia for exchanges in the arts and the environmental sciences. LOIs are due by May 1, 2018. Proposals should involve direct, in-depth professio...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for environmental education initiatives, access to clean water and energy for underserved areas, and developing sustainable and innovative technologies. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life in communities around the world. Priority wil...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit friends groups and community-based organizations affiliated with public lands for capacity building activities. The purpose of this program is to strengthen organizations that support the stewardship and conservation of public lands sites. Successful proposals will: -Demonstr...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New York, Delaware, and Washington, DC nonprofits, government agencies, IHEs, community associations, and other organizations for preK-12 environmental education projects. Projects must be within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The Chesapeake Bay...

In-kind donations to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and local government agencies that are interested in receiving surplus property no longer needed by the federal government. This program distributes property of all types, with the exception of federal government records, certain naval vessels, and land and o...

Grants to USA nonprofits, government agencies, IHEs, tribes, and district organizations to support economic development, attract private investments, and create jobs in economically distressed regions throughout the country. Grants and cooperative agreements made under these programs are designed to leverage existing ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for transit and transportation system solutions that give citizens affordable and reliable ways to reach their destinations. Solutions should seek to minimize the impact on the environment and maximize equitable economic opportunities. The Foundation seeks funding opportunities that...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for activities and collaborations that promote retrofitting. For the purposes of this grant, retrofitting is defined as the practice of updating existing structures and buildings with energy-efficient modes of operation. Funding is also intended for outreach efforts that educate busine...