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...

Awards to USA and Canada psychologists, ages 65 years old and up, in recognition of a distinguished career and enduring contribution to the field of psychology. There are four categories for these awards, each recognizing a different aspect of contribution to the field. Award Categories: 1. Gold Medal Award for Life...

Grants to USA and Canada academic faculty for new, creative approaches to pediatric oncology research. An LOI is required prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for research projects that represent a change in direction or an idea that marks a new direction for an investigator. Alex’s Lemonade Sta...

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 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 scholars for innovative social sciences research addressing the increase of alternative work arrangements in the US workforce. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. The Foundation invites proposals for research examining both the causes and consequences of alternative work arra...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to organizations in eligible states and communities to strengthen the family unit through community projects. A Letter of Inquiry must be submitted prior to a full proposal. Funding is intended to support building improvements, project equipment needs, small capital projects, and opera...

Grants ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 to USA small farms in multiple states for projects that strengthen their ability to operate in more economically and/or environmentally sustainable ways, and increase community involvement. A letter of intent is required prior to submitting a full application. Funding may be used for f...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International postdoctoral fellows, Neurology residents, and university postdoctoral faculty for independent research projects in epilepsy. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to give young researchers a chance to develop a separat...

Grants of up to $50,000 and grants starting at $50,000 to Southern California nonprofit organizations for programs, projects, and activities that will improve the quality of life in local communities. Funding may be used for programming, operating support, and capital projects.

Grant to California nonprofit organizations and agencies to strengthen families, promote the healthy development and education of children and youth, and enhance the lives of residents of Los Angeles County. The first component of the application is due by November 1, 2018. The Southern California program supports organ...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit professional performance ensembles, presenting institutions, and nonprofit or commercial recording companies to document and provide wider exposure for the music of contemporary American composers. The Fund is interested primarily in supporting recordings ...

Grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International new and emerging individual artists, as well as art groups, organizations, and collectives. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. This program funds highly interactive, community-driven works of art that prioritize communi...

Grants starting at $5,000 to California arts and culture nonprofits for general operating assistance to support activities in the City of San Diego. Applicants must complete a request for qualification before applying. Proposals should emphasize programs and services that enhance tourism and the economy, and improve the qu...

Matching grants starting at $5,000 to San Diego, California nonprofits to support community-based arts and culture programs. Applicants must complete a request for qualification before applying. Eligible projects include community celebrations, festivals, and parades, and those projects that encourage community reinvestmen...

Fellowships to USA mid-career professionals working at nonprofits, government agencies, and academic institutions to engage with the federal health policy process in Washington, DC. The fellowship provides exemplary health professionals and social and behavioral scientists the opportunity to learn more about health and hea...

Grants ranging from $500 to $25,000 to Palo Alto area, California nonprofit organizations for programs serving local families and children. Preliminary requests for funding must be submitted prior to applying. Funds are available for program support, child care capital grants, and long-term renewable support. The Holid...

Grants generally ranging from $40,000 to $60,000 to Chicago, Illinois and Los Angeles, California nonprofits, public schools, school districts, and IHEs to promote access to college, post-secondary success, and career opportunities. LOIs are due by June 1, 2018 for Chicago applicants. The Foundation funds direct services a...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and IHEs for charitable work and innovative projects and research. A funding inquiry is due August 31, 2018. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of science and the big questions, character virtue development, individual freedom and free markets, ex...

Grants to USA and Japan nonprofit organizations for educational projects that enable K-12 youth to learn about each other’s culture, country, and society, and to come together on common issues. LOIs are due by July 15, 2018. Funding is intended to meet needs at the pre-college education level, as identified by experts in...

Grants to USA and Japan nonprofit organizations for projects that foster mutual understanding and communication between citizens of the two countries. LOIs are due by July 15, 2018. Applications are invited for public opinion and communication projects that raise awareness about the US in Japan and vice-versa, as well as p...

Grants to USA and Japan nonprofit organizations for initiatives, exchanges, and studies related to US-Japan policy. LOIs are due by July 15, 2018. The purpose of this program is to respond to policy-related needs as identified by practitioners and experts in the US-Japan policy studies field. The Foundation is open to inno...

Fellowships and awards of up to $50,000 to USA early-career researchers with an M.D., Ph.D., Sc.D., PharmD, DO, or equivalent degree to support research and training in an area related to epilepsy. An LOI must be submitted prior to the full application. Funding is intended for basic, translational, or clinical research stu...

Grants ranging between $10,000 and $40,000 to USA nonprofits for programs that improve healthcare delivery to adults with developmental disabilities. Preference may be given to organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area. An LOI must be submitted prior to a full application. Proposals must describe an explicit, identifiabl...

Fellowships of up to $50,000 to USA qualified postdoctoral fellows conducting research in the field of epilepsy. Prior to submitting a full grant application, an LOI must be submitted. Funding is intended to support postdoctoral trainees conducting basic, translational, or clinical research into the causes, treatment, an...

Fellowships of up to $30,000 to USA predoctoral students working on dissertation research and studying with a mentor who is an expert in epilepsy-related topics. A Letter of Intent must be submitted prior to submission of a full application. Funding is intended for a full range of basic, clinical, and translational epilesy...

Grants of up to $50,000 to recently independent researchers with an M.D., Ph.D., Sc.D., PharmD, RN, or equivalent degree to support research in an area related to epilepsy. An LOI must be submitted prior to the full application. Funding is intended for basic, translational, or clinical research studies of disease mechanism...

Grant to a USA nonprofit for school nutrition and workforce development training programs. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to train relevant food professionals in schools in order to provide children with healthier food options and nutrition education. School Nutrition Tr...

Grants to California county offices of education to expand inclusive early childhood education and care programs for children with disabilities, ages birth to five. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding priority will be given to applicants with a demonstrated need for expanded access to inclu...

Grants to California K-12 school districts, charter schools, and county offices of education for programs to reduce school absenteeisim and dropout rates. An Intent to Submit must be submitted prior to the full proposal. Funding is intended to support initiatives that keep at-risk students in school such as social-emotiona...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International university labs, for-profit companies, and nonprofit research institutions for research projects that will lead to new developments in treating Parkinson's disease. The funding source seeks to build robust evidence to rationalize biological pathways and targets for further translati...

Award to recognize a USA nonprofit community agency or health organization for programs that improve the health of traditionally underserved populations. Funding is intended to support innovative and replicable healthcare solutions from stand-alone private-sector or public entities that operate independently from a hospita...

Prizes of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International singers and actors for competing in a theater, opera, and musical theater contest. Contestents must prepare a presentation in theater, American musical theater, and opera. Singers and actors are encouraged to perform constrasting selections. To effectively demo...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International scholars to carry out research on modern Jewish history in New York City or Jerusalem. Applications are invited from deserving scholars who are currently engaged in post-doctoral, graduate-level, or independent study. Applications will be considered for the following fellowship...

Awards of $1,000 and one award of $2,000 to USA child care teachers to recognize excellence in providing quality care and for the implementation of projects that enhance classroom learning. Each award winner will receive $500 for the teacher's personal use and $500 to implement the child care project. Recipients will be ho...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, Mexico, and Israel Jewish students to participate in a summer business leadership program in Tel Aviv, Israel. North American fellows participate in an internship program at leading Israeli companies. Israeli fellows participate in the program's lectures and workshops, and also serve as partner...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, Mexico, and Israel Jewish young adults to participate in a summer startup business accelerator program based in Tel Aviv, Israel. Program participants will form multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative tech startups. Eligible applicants are those who demonstrate extraordinary entrepreneuri...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International students in grades six through twelve to create a documentary video, five to six minutes in length, about the significance of being an American. Students may enter the competition individually, or work in teams of either two or three members. Prizes are awarded in two separate categ...

Opportunity for USA musical ensembles to participate in a 20-day international tour. Selected ensembles will have the opportunity to present their work to international audiences during public concerts, demonstrations, lectures, workshops, media interviews, jam sessions, and interactive performances with local musicians. ...

Awards of $2,200 to recognize USA, Canada and International post-secondary educators for creative teaching methods that foster student-centered teaching and learning. Funding is intended to cover registration and travel costs to attend an annual conference. Eligible nominees can be teachers at post-secondary institutions, ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, and government agencies to develop new drugs for animals that may be used in minor species or for minor uses in major species. Applicants are advised that the required registrations may take up to six weeks to complete. This Funding Opportunity Anno...

Grants of up to $10,000 to California nonprofit organizations and institutions for programs that improve the quality of life for Imperial Valley communities and residents. Funding is intended to support projects that address health and wellness, disaster recovery, civic engagement, emergency preparedness, economic developm...

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs that promote literacy for children in PreK-3, and healthy living for youth in San Francisco and Marin County. Funding may be used for programs that help children form critical thinking skills, prevent substance abuse for middle and/or high school youth, and to empow...

Awards ranging from $500 to $5,000 to USA undergraduate juniors and seniors at accredited four-year colleges and universities for excellence in essay writing on the theme of ethics. Essay topics may be about anything that explores an ethical problem, question, issue, or concern. Suggested Essay Topics: Articulate wi...

Prizes of $25,000 and other award benefits to USA and territories local governments, tribes, regions, and nonprofits representing communities that have prioritized health. Initial applications are due prior to the final deadline. Funding is intended to recognize communities that have come together around a commitment to he...

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations for creative initiatives to engage individuals in Jewish experiences and communities throughout North America. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended to support innovative models for connecting people, especially disen...

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits to address the issue of antisemitism across the globe. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended to support the development of creative, grassroots, and scalable strategies that promote the exposure, effective confront...

Grants to California and Arizona nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and schools to promote the social, cultural, and economic vibrancy of communities in Santa Paula and the Santa Clara Valley. Eligible regions include Tulare, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties; Piru, Fillmore, and Ventura; the rest of Ventu...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals and organizations for high-quality projects that focus on Finnish and Finnish-American heritage, history, arts, and culture. Funding is intended for competitive projects that relate to the past, present, or future of Finnish and Finnish-American culture. Projects that receive ...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International theater organizations and book publishers for the translation of Canadian dramatic or literary works for international publication or presentation. Applicants must be registered in the online portal at least 30 days prior to applying. Eligible Activities: - Tr...

Grants of $60,000 to USA and Canada minority postdoctoral fellows involved in biomedical and medical research for professional development and enrichment activities. The primary goal of the grant program is to support the postdoctoral training and experience of underrepresented minority junior scientists. Funds will be...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that promote an inclusive, just, and vibrant Jewish community. The Foundation is currently focusing its grantmaking efforts on initiatives that are national in scope. Applications are invited for projects meeting the following priority areas: - Foster Jewish arts, cu...

Grants ranging between $5,000 and $20,000 to California and Ohio nonprofits for long-term outdoor programs focused on nature. A Letter of Inquiry is required before submitting a full application. Funding will be awarded to programs that connect nature to the areas of education, conservation of land and wildlife, art and ar...

Grants ranging from $2,500 to $15,000 to California nonprofits and school based health programs for programs that improve the health of residents of Pajaro Valley. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Programs may align with one of the following areas of focus: health professions, ...

Grants ranging from $500 to $1,000 to Mendocino County, California nonprofit organizations for open spaces, parks, and trails to be used for recreational purposes. Funding is intended for programs that involve volunteers and that aim to restore, preserve, and acquire outdoor open spaces that are free for the public to use ...

Grants of up to $7,500 to USA individual researchers to conduct research on improving nonprofit membership and member-based associations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support research proposals that show the greatest potential to have a significant impact on the field ...

Grants of $500 to USA, Canada, and International teachers in international Baccalaureate programs. Interested applicants must register as an educator with the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for various expenses associated with supporting baccalaureate courses such as field trips, supplies, materials...

Grants ranging from $500 to $2,000 to Mendocino County, California public entities and nonprofits for projects that promote an appreciation of local history. Support will be given to community-based initiatives that help people of all ages understand the historic value of the local area. Funding is intended to support smal...

Grants to Sonoma County, California nonprofit organizations, businesses and corporations, public agencies, individuals, and early education providers to promote the healthy development of children. Funding will support the development of children from the prenatal stage through age 5. Your mini-grant project must help ...

Grants to California individuals working in commercial fishing based in Morro Bay or Port San Luis to reimburse the purchase of boat safety equipment. Please note that the applicant must be a boat owner. Reimbursements may be requested for purchases that took place during the 2018 calendar year. Qualifying expenses inc...

Grants to Bay Area, California organizations for K-5 literacy programming aimed at disadvantaged students in public schools. New applicants are required to submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to the full proposal. Funding is intended to support classroom-based school-day programs focused on early reading, improvement of readi...

Fellowships of $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for support of research in mammalian reproductive biology as it relates to fertility regulation. The fellowships are intended to assist new and talented researchers in launching their careers in teaching and scientific research in universities and college...

Award to recognize a USA, Canada, or International individual Jewish leader under the age of 50 who has made a significant, tangible, and positive global impact. Individuals may be nominated for achievements in any field, including the environment, genetics, medical education, public education, humanitarian relief, human r...

Grants ranging from $500 to $1,500 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for scientific exploration of crags and mountains around the world. Funding is intended to support projects that increase knowledge about global climbing regions, enhance the understanding of the impact that global climbers have, and support a...

Fellowship of $3,000 per month to a USA, Territories, Canada, or Mexico established or emerging indigenous woman artist for the opportunity to develop her creativity and pursue artistic growth in any media. Funding includes the monthly stipend, as well as housing, supplies allowance, studio space, and travel reimbursement ...

Fellowship of $3,000 per month to a USA, Territories, Canada, or Mexico established or emerging native artist for the opportunity to explore and develop traditional Native art. Funding includes the monthly stipend, as well as housing, supplies allowance, studio space, and travel reimbursement to and from SAR (School for Ad...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International civil society organizations, non-governmental organizations, independent and constitutional bodies, inter-governmental bodies, associations, and organizations for projects that promote and advance democracy around the world. Funding is intended for projects that strengthen the voice...

Fellowships of $5,000 per year to USA individuals to teach music and dance expression to children and youth. The fellowships are intended to promote well-being for individuals and the community. Priority is given to programs that serve under-resourced communities. Individuals should have an exceptional talent for help...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations and government entities to support projects in Mendocino County that promote and facilitate blood donations. Funding is intended to ensure a stable blood supply through education, outreach, and engagement of local youth. Programs should align with ...

Grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to Mendocino County, California nonprofit organizations for programs that promote the enhancement, restoration, and maintenance of local forests, watersheds, range lands, and animal habitats. Funding is intended to help public and non-industrial private owners of forests to improve the en...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $7,000 to Mendocino County, California nonprofit organizations and public entities for post-disaster recovery programs and to improve resilience within the community. Funding is intended for projects and activities that build preparedness, improve resiliency, and help affected communities reco...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to Mendocino County, California nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for conservation and environmental appreciation programs. Funding is intended to support educational initiatives that promote conservation and further ecological understanding and informed use of the lo...

Grants ranging from $500 to $1,500 for Mendocino County, California nonprofit organizations and high schools to benefit youth and families. Funding is intended for programs that help to develop leadership qualities in local youth, empower young people, and promote youth advocacy. The project must: - Promote students â...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to Mendocino County, California nonprofits for programs that promote economic development in the local area. Funding is intended for education, community and business development, workforce development, and to support entrepreneurship. Grants are available in two categories: Small Bus...

Grants of $500 to USA, Canada, and International teachers and counselors for necessary resources to enrich the instruction of AP classes. Funding is intended for, but not limited to, supplies, field trips, and materials. Funding may be used to assist high school teachers of any Advanced Placement subject.

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA individual investigators for research on hearing and balance disorders. Priority is given to new investigators and to projects that are underfunded and under-researched. New and innovative projects developed by established scientists will also be considered. The primary purpose of HHF Emer...

Award of $10,000 plus travel expenses to a USA, Canada, or International professor of computing education at an undergraduate IHE for excellence in teaching. Preference will be given to educators who have been teaching for ten years or less. Nominees will be evaluated based on meeting one or more of the following crite...

Award of $1,000 and a $500 travel stipend to a USA, Canada, or International librarian to recognize outstanding contributions to the development, support, and advancement of information instruction and literacy. Nominations will be considered and awards issued based on any of the following factors: -Contributions to li...

Award of $1,000 and a $500 travel stipend to a USA, Canada, or International library to acknowledge contributions to the development and augmentation of information literacy instruction. The award is available to both academic and non-academic libraries. Preference will be given to low-cost creative and practical programs,...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 to USA public middle schools and high schools in multiple states to support athletic programs that are in danger of closing due to reduced budgets. Funding is intended to support athletics programs through the purchase of new equipment or paying for competition travel costs. Eligib...

Grants ranging from $20,000 to $45,000 to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit research organizations to hold workshops that identify new areas of agricultural sciences research. Workshops are intended to promote collaboration between sciences from both countries. All proposals must be submitted jointly by a...

Fellowships providing a stipend of $1,500 per month plus additional allowances to USA and Israel PhD students to carry out short-term agricultural-related research at laboratories in the other country. Research opportunities allow students to acquire new skills and techniques for advancement in their discipline of study. ...

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA, Canada, and International breast cancer research teams for early detection pilot projects. Funding is intended to support research to develop innovative techniques in the areas of immunologic or biological methods of early breast cancer detection. Since its founding in 1995, Earlier.or...

Grants ranging from $500 to $2,000 to Mendocino County, California nonprofits, government agencies, museums, and private and public schools for educational programs that promote fiber and textile arts. Funding is intended to further the appreciation and practice of both contemporary and traditional fiber arts, including su...

Grants ranging from $500 to $1,000 to Inland Mendocino County, California nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that address the needs of girls and women in the area. Funding is intended to assist local organizations that have a background in supporting women and girls, as demonstrated in their mission and prog...

Grants to USA organizations to implement specialized creative arts and yoga programs for marginalized adolescent girls in juvenile detention centers and rehabilitation facilities. Applicants should contact the Funding Source to receive additional information prior to submitting an application. Recipients will receive speci...

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International educational institutions and public sector organizations for an assessment process that will help protect individual privacy rights. The assessment will include a thorough audit, an onsite visit, and a recommendation report. Based on the alarming non-compliance i...

Grant of $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International female professional journalist to support efforts to report on worldwide subcultures. Funding may be used for reporting-related costs such as logistics, travel, visa fees, and fixer and translator fees. The winner will also be paired with a mentor to assist in her reportin...

Grants ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 to California nonprofit organizations for specific programs and projects that will benefit Palo Alto or East Palo Alto communities. A one-page Letter of Interest must be submitted prior to applying. Special consideration will be given to projects for which the funding source can be the...

Grants of up to $5,000 to California community-based organizations in eligible regions for community education programs about the different options for electricity rate plans. Priority will be given to projects that focus on populations that are difficult to reach, such as low-income, disabled, multicultural, and seniors. ...

Grants of up to $500 to Campbell, California neighborhood associations for projects that engage the community, promote communication, and enhance neighborhood identity and pride. This program supports neighborhoods and residents interested in developing and maintaining a sense of community. The program’s goals are to...

Grants ranging from $250 to $500 to USA schools, volunteers, and educators to promote physical education and fitness. Proposals will be considered based on need and creativity. Priority will be given to projects that serve larger numbers of students, innovative projects aimed at improving physical education or fitness, and...

Grant to a USA public or private nonprofit organization to design, execute, and oversee a program that provides underserved foreign individuals with an opportunity to study at American community colleges. Required registrations may take up to four weeks to complete. Program Description/Executive Summary: The Office ...

Grants of up to $65,000 to California nursing assistant and home health aide programs for programs providing training and support services to caregivers. Priority will be given to programs that will increase the number of direct care workers providing aid in a home-based setting. Dorothy Rupe CNA Program Grants are awar...

Fellowships of $30,000 per year to USA post-doctoral investigators for research in child and adolescent ADHD, depression, and access to mental health care. Applicants must first be nominated by pre-approved institutions. Funding is intended for candidates at American medical institutions for research projects that will dir...

Scholarship of $500 to a USA student who is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for assistance attending college. Applications will be accepted from college undergraduates, recent high school graduates, as well as students enrolled in an Autism school. This award is intended to help with books and living expenses.

Scholarship of $750 to a USA student who is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for assistance to attend college. Applications are invited from recent high school graduates, current undergraduate students, and students enrolled at an Autism School. Applicants must provide evidence of enrollment in or acceptance t...

Scholarship of $500 to a USA student who is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to attend college. Applications are invited from recent high school graduates, current undergraduate students, and students enrolled at an Autism School. To qualify, the applicant must be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited schoo...

Grants to California nonprofit arts organizations, local arts agencies, and units of government with at least two years of arts programming for creative placemaking projects. Funding is intended to support collaborative projects that use cultural resources and local artists to energize and celebrate communities. Creati...

Grants typically ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to Bay area, California and Greater Portland area, Oregon nonprofit organizations for activities in the areas of environment, health and human services, arts and culture, and education. Funding may be requested for specific projects and general support. The Board selects ...