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110 Literacy and Libraries Grants for California

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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects for Needs-Based Services to Local Communities

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants of $2,500 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit local communities. Funding is intended for the provision of needs-based services including basic human needs, health and medicine, financial education and literacy, and mental health and crisis sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 217329

Research Fellowship to a USA Graduate or Doctoral Student to Study Mississippi's Religious His...

Deadline 03/07/25

Research Fellowship to a USA graduate or doctoral student to study Mississippi's religious history. The student will have access to the state archives for their research. Included in the fellowship package is a stipend to cover housing, travel, and other expenses; the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218716

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic Literacy Projects

Deadline 03/10/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects addressing financial education. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that enhance the teaching of economics and personal finance in a variety of venues that include, but are not limited to, schools, col...

GrantWatch ID#: 173515

Grants to California IHEs in Eligible Locations for Projects Related to Cataloging and Archivi...

Deadline 03/10/25

Grants to California colleges and universities in eligible locations for projects of regional significance related to cataloging and archiving. Funding will cover a broad range of topic areas that benefit local residents. Funded projects may also address historical asp...

GrantWatch ID#: 205893

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribes for Arts Activities and Events

Deadline 03/11/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and tribal entities for arts initiatives and events. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible disciplines include film and media arts, folk and trad...

GrantWatch ID#: 189889

Fellowships to USA Published Writers for Career Advancement in Prose Writing

Deadline 03/12/25

Fellowships of $50,000 to USA published writers demonstrating artistic excellence to dedicate time to creative literary pursuits and professional advancement. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations ahead of the application deadline. For the current c...

GrantWatch ID#: 178745

Grants to California Libraries and Other Organizations to Address the Needs and Interests of t...

Deadline 03/12/25

Grants to California libraries and other organizations to address the needs and interests of their local communities. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations well in advance of the deadline. Funding is intended to allow libraries to align their servic...

GrantWatch ID#: 201318

Grants to California Libraries for Programs Related to Climate Change and Sustainability

Deadline 03/12/25

Grants of up to $75,000 to California libraries for programs related to climate change and sustainability practices. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the deadline. Eligible projects are those that inform and benefit communities mo...

GrantWatch ID#: 204545

Grants to California Libraries to Create Play Spaces for Children

Deadline 03/12/25

Grants of up to $75,000 to California libraries to create play spaces, especially in underserved communities. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the deadline. Funding is intended to provide safe, accessible places for children's pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 212566

Grants to California Libraries for Programs to Empower Youth

Deadline 03/12/25

Grants of up to $75,000 to California libraries for programs to empower youth. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the deadline. Funding is intended to give teens the opportunity to participate in paid internships that will prepare t...

GrantWatch ID#: 212567

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, Agencies, and Schools to Serve People Living with Paralysis

Deadline 03/14/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, municipal and state governments, school districts, and other institutions for programs to serve people living with paralysis. Grants are available for a wide range of programs and projects that have a posit...

GrantWatch ID#: 174047

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Institutions for Language Preservatio...

Deadline 03/14/25

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals and institutions for activities to preserve languages. Funding may be used for travel, equipment, consultations, and other project-related costs. Requests may be submitted for language documentation a...

GrantWatch ID#: 180305

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Perpetuate the Legacy of M...

Deadline 03/14/25

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations, agencies, and IHEs to perpetuate the legacy of twentieth-century Black architects. Eligible uses of funding include planning, capital improvements, and indirect costs. Grantees will also receive technical assis...

GrantWatch ID#: 205780

Grants to California Nonprofits to Develop Outreach Services and Materials for Immigrants and ...

Deadline 03/14/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to develop outreach services and materials for immigrants and refugees. Funding is intended to provide these populations with information about behavioral health. The outreach, training, and education services required by th...

GrantWatch ID#: 218915

Grants to California and Michigan Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants to California and Michigan nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible regions. Grants are intended to support a wide range of activities, including those related to health, education, culture, science, and general welfare. Priority is given to orga...

GrantWatch ID#: 131971

Grants to USA Community Organizations, Libraries, and Museums for Storytelling Programs for In...

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants of $500 to USA and territories community organizations, libraries, and museums serving families and children for storytelling programs. Funding is intended for programs that explore and celebrate Asian/Pacific American and American Indian and Alaska Native commu...

GrantWatch ID#: 173301

Grants to California, Oregon, and Washington Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Locations for...

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants to California, Oregon, and Washington nonprofit organizations, educational and research institutions, and agencies for programs that benefit the communities served by the funding source. Funding is intended to support programs within the focus areas of arts and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182869

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research Related to US Politics

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals for political research at the funding source's facility in Michigan. Funding is intended to offset the cost of travel within North America and living expenses while conducting research. Eligible research addresses to...

GrantWatch ID#: 216276

In-Kind Donations to USA Organizations to Enhance Adult Literacy Programs

Deadline 03/17/25

In-kind donations of books, resources, and instructional materials to USA organizations to enhance adult literacy programs. Funding is intended to support services and programming in the areas of adult literacy and adult basic education. Eligible organizations include ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159125

Opportunity for a California Youth to be Selected as the Poet Laureate in Their Region

Deadline 03/19/25

Opportunity for a California youth to be selected as the poet laureate in their region. The purpose of the program is to encourage individuals between the ages of 13 and 19 to explore their poetic abilities and interests and encourage peers to do so as well. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 219212

Grants to California Artists to Promote Career Development

Deadline 03/21/25

Grants of $5,000 to California early-career artists to promote professional development. Funding is intended to support artists while they pursue their creative work. The grant seeks to acknowledge the area's best artists who are dedicated to developing their art forms...

GrantWatch ID#: 219196

Grants and In-Kind Support to California Libraries for Programs to Encourage Reading in Local ...

Deadline 03/28/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to California public library jurisdictions for programs to encourage reading in local communities. Funding is intended for programs promoting summer reading and can be used for speaker fees, book purchases, and materials. The goal of the program ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200908
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Award to a USA Writer, Editor, Reporter, or Team of Contributors to Recognize Outstanding Writ...

Deadline 03/28/25

Award of $20,000 to a USA writer, editor, reporter, or team of contributors to recognize outstanding writing and reporting on matters related to health care. Entrants may submit recent and timely articles published in magazines, newspapers, and independent news sites t...

GrantWatch ID#: 206862
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Award to a USA Reporter or Journalist for Exceptional News Coverage of Healthcare Issues and P...

Deadline 03/28/25

Award of $20,000 to a USA news reporter or journalist to recognize exceptional radio, television, and streaming media news coverage related to healthcare policy and issues. The award recipient will be selected for outstanding reporting that increases public awareness, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207471
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Award to a USA Digital Content Author for Outstanding Writing Related to Healthcare

Deadline 03/28/25

Award of $20,000 to a USA author of digital content for outstanding writing related to healthcare. The selected award recipient will be honored for excellence in online content published during the preceding year that explores issues in the area of health and healthcar...

GrantWatch ID#: 207472

Grants to USA Community-Based Archives and Nonprofits and Tribes with Archiving Initiatives fo...

Deadline 03/28/25 LOI Date: 03/12/25

Grants to USA and territories community-based archives and nonprofit organizations and tribes with archiving initiatives for general operating support. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry and receive an invitation to apply. Funding is intended to support operati...

GrantWatch ID#: 218394

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Community Leaders for Capital Projects to Revitalize Public Commu...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections. Proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 197389
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Grant and In-Kind Support to a California Nonprofit to Strengthen Financial Literacy in Eligib...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grant of $30,000 and in-kind support valued at up to $9,000 to a California nonprofit organization in eligible counties to train staff members to provide financial coaching services to residents. Funding is intended to enable organizations to strengthen financial liter...

GrantWatch ID#: 212638
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Grant to a USA Doctoral Student to Complete a Dissertation on US Politics or Public Policy

Deadline 03/31/25

Grant of $5,000 to a USA doctoral student to assist with research necessary to complete a dissertation in US politics or public policy. Funding is intended for research to be conducted at the funding source's facility in Michigan. Eligible research fields include histo...

GrantWatch ID#: 216277
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Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Educational Nonprofits for Programs to Enhance Literacy Skills

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit educational organizations for educational programming that will improve literacy skills among children and older students. Funding is intended to support organizations that wish to employ reading strategies of the Foundation, nam...

GrantWatch ID#: 144019

Grants to USA Tribes to Improve Library Programs and Services

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to USA federally recognized Indian tribes to improve library services in Native communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for digital services, educational programs, and the preservati...

GrantWatch ID#: 165538

In-Kind Grants of New Children's Books to USA Public and Tribal Libraries in Rural Areas

Deadline 04/01/25

In-kind grants of new children's books to USA public and tribal libraries in rural areas. The purpose of the project is to increase access to quality children's books. Recipients will be able to choose the most appropriate books for their community from a list of over ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178554

Grants to USA and Canada PreK-12 Teachers for Book Purchases to Enhance Classroom Libraries

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of $500 and grants of $6,000 to USA and Canada PreK-12 teachers and student teachers for book purchases to enhance their classroom libraries. Grantees will choose books based on the specific needs of their students. Funding is intended for applicants dedicated t...

GrantWatch ID#: 194170

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs Focused on Education, Religion, Human Services, and Crue...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for community programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for religious, literary, scientific, or educational purposes and to prevent cruelty to animals. Priority will be shown to charitable organiza...

GrantWatch ID#: 199289

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support the Provision of Literacy Services for Students

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $6,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support the provision of literacy services for students. Funding is intended for general operations, including but not limited to equipment, supplies, salaries, space rental, technology, teacher stipends, and mor...

GrantWatch ID#: 199955
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Literary Publishers, Theater Organizations, and Theat...

Deadline 04/02/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International literary publishers, theater organizations, and companies for the translation of Canadian dramatic or literary works. Applicants must be registered in the online portal a minimum of thirty days before applying. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177981
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Libraries, and Schools for Student Literacy Programs

Deadline 04/03/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, public libraries, and K-12 schools in multiple states for programs that focus on student literacy. Funding is intended for organizations that provide literacy programs that target students who are below grade level readers. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 180349

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Groups and Individuals for Science Writing Profession...

Deadline 04/04/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International groups and individuals for projects and programs to benefit the science writing field and provide professional development opportunities for writers. Priority will be given to proposals for novel events, projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 163224
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Grants to USA Libraries Serving REfugees and/or Immigrants to Improve Capacity and Support Ope...

Deadline 04/09/25 Conference Date: 03/10/25

Grants of $10,000 to USA qualifying libraries to improve capacity and support operations. Funding is intended to assist libraries that provide services to refugees and/or immigrants. Funds may be used to provide essential services and may support technology, staff sala...

GrantWatch ID#: 208727

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Educational Institutions to Support Japanese Language Education P...

Deadline 04/10/25

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to establish, expand, or maintain Japanese language education programs. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to cover expenditur...

GrantWatch ID#: 144103
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Grants to California Nonprofits and Artists for Arts Projects in Eligible Counties

Deadline 04/14/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and artists for arts projects in eligible counties. Required registrations may take up to three business days to complete. Funding is intended to support the presentation or production of arts activities in a range of discip...

GrantWatch ID#: 177939
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In-Kind Grants of Books to USA, Canada, and International Agencies and Institutions to Enrich ...

Deadline 04/15/25

In-kind donations of books to USA, Canada, and International youth-serving agencies and institutions to encourage reading among children and youth. The program is intended to provide books produced by African American authors and illustrators to build organizational li...

GrantWatch ID#: 149418
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Grants to USA Historians, Writers, Researchers, and Graduate Students for Research Related to ...

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of $1,500 to USA historians, writers, independent researchers, and graduate students for historical research projects related to Iowa or Iowa and the Midwest. Priority consideration will be given to proposals offering new approaches or interpretations of previou...

GrantWatch ID#: 182956

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK Nonfiction Writers to Complete Works in Progress

Deadline 04/23/25

Grants of $40,000 to USA, Canada, and UK nonfiction writers to complete works already in progress. Topics include, but are not limited to philosophy, graphic nonfiction, memoir, biography, history, food or travel writing, the sciences, personal essays, criticism, and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 195186
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Grants to USA Journalists for Expenses Associated with Groundbreaking Reporting

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA journalists to cover costs incurred while researching and writing groundbreaking stories. Prior to submitting an application, applicants must obtain a commitment letter for publication of the proposed story in a U.S. media outlet. Funding...

GrantWatch ID#: 178022
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Awards to USA Educators to Recognize Outstanding Work in Engaging Families in the Educational ...

Deadline 04/30/25 LOI Date: 03/16/25

Award of $5,000 and award of $20,000 to USA community- and school-based family educators to recognize outstanding work in engaging families in the educational process. The goal of the program is to reward efforts to build school-family partnerships that promote school ...

GrantWatch ID#: 149872
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Awards to USA K-12 Teachers for Excellence in History Education

Deadline 04/30/25

Awards of $1,000 and one award of $10,000 to honor USA and territories K-12 history teachers for excellence in the field. Nominations are welcome on behalf of educators who demonstrate commitment, leadership, and creativity, as well as effective use of sources. Award c...

GrantWatch ID#: 150599
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In-Kind Book Donations to USA Schools, Title 1 Educators, and After-School Programs to Benefit...

Deadline 04/30/25

In-kind book donations to USA schools, Title 1 educators, and after-school programs to benefit low-income students. The purpose of the program is to provide teachers with additional resources to instill a love of learning and reading in their students. Grant money may ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164344
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Libraries to Reduce Electricity Costs

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International libraries to reduce electricity costs. Funding is intended for customers of the funding source who are interested in installing solar panels. Priority will be given to libraries with relatively new roofs that can accommodate the...

GrantWatch ID#: 202618
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Award to a USA K-6 Teacher to Recognize Achievement in Teaching Writing

Deadline 05/01/25

Award of $2,000 to a USA K-6 teacher to recognize excellence in helping students improve in writing. Applicants should explain and demonstrate their philosophy about writing instruction and student progress. In addition, teachers must provide student writing samples wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 160630
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