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California Grants for Individuals

Grants for individuals; teachers, students, artists, veterans, filmmakers, volunteers, musicians, librarians, scientists, inventors, entrepreneurs, researchers, farmers, and homeowners from government, state, local federal, and foundation funding sources.

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1,062 grants found

Grants to USA Professionals, Scholars, Artists, and Academics to Support Research, Teaching, a...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA professionals, scholars, educators, administrators, and artists to support professional projects abroad. Awards will be offered to selected recipients specializing in a range of fields at all career levels. Eligible individuals may apply for projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 159878

Grants to USA Artists and Arts Nonprofits for Arts Tourism Programs

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $15,000 and up to $50,000 to USA artists and arts nonprofit organizations for arts tourism programs in eligible regions. The program will be a week-long event in Florida during Fall 2026, with the goal of attracting tourists through art exhibits, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 228296
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Fellowships to USA Independent Scholars and Researchers to Conduct Archival Research on Underr...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Fellowships of $5,000 to USA and territories independent scholars and researchers to conduct archival research on underrepresented American craft types. Funding is intended to support craft research, to disseminate the findings, and to put a spotlight on typically...

GrantWatch ID#: 211393
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Grants to USA Artists, Designers, Architects, Arts Organizations, Nonprofits, and CBOs to Crea...

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA and territories artists, designers, architects, arts organizations, nonprofits, and community-based organizations to create, restore, and install public murals. Eligible projects must be produced for installation on or within public ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213836
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Contest for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Address...

Deadline: 05/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and individuals to participate in a contest to address environmental and social concerns. The purpose of the challenge is to find solutions related to the UN Sustainable Develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 228080

Grants to USA Postdoctoral Researchers for Research on Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to USA postdoctoral investigators for research related to chronic inflammatory diseases. Funding is intended to support researchers who are working in various biomedical fields and conducting basic, computational, or translational biomedical research to inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 228373

Opportunity for USA Early-Career Physicians, and Residents to Join in a Program in Health Care

Deadline: 06/22/26

Opportunity for USA and territories early-career physicians, residents, junior faculty, fellows, and other qualified individuals to participate in a research program to address issues in health care and certification. Selected participants will receive a $15,000 s...

GrantWatch ID#: 203039

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

Deadline: 07/22/26

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

GrantWatch ID#: 162930

Grants to USA Physician Assistants for to Promote Health Care in Underserved Communities

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA physician assistants for projects to promote health care for underserved communities. Priority will be given to projects that have an innovative design, foster collaboration and partnerships, and emphasize direct patient education, ca...

GrantWatch ID#: 213711

Grants to USA Emerging Investigators to Support Research in the Field of HIV

Deadline: 10/15/26 LOI Date: 06/25/26

Grants to USA emerging investigators for research projects in the field of HIV. Funding is intended to support both basic and clinical research. Applicants must be interested in pursuing a career in HIV and must have a research mentor with considerable experience ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197151

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International Youth for Innovative Ideas to Address Marine Issues

Deadline: 05/31/26

Prizes to USA, Canada, and International young people for innovative ideas to address marine issues. The prize is open to youth and young adults, aged 15 to 30, with creative solutions to issues including the loss of marine biodiversity, reducing or mitigating the...

GrantWatch ID#: 221621

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals and Nonprofits for Projects to Improve Sleep

Deadline: 07/20/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, as well as individuals and for-profit organizations collaborating with charitable organizations, for projects related to improving sleep. Funding is intended for projects within three focus areas: development of pa...

GrantWatch ID#: 215345

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Conservation Programs for Amphibian Rescue Projects

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International conservation program leaders affiliated with an institution for projects to protect amphibians outside their natural habitat. Applicants must complete a conservation needs assessment prior to applying. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 229007

Grants to USA Entities to Conduct Research to Benefit the Specialty Crop Industry

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to USA federal agencies, IHEs, national laboratories, research institutions, organizations, corporations, and individuals to develop and disseminate research tools to address the needs and challenges of the specialty crop industry. Applicants must complete ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182312

Loan Repayments for California Mental Health Professionals Serving Underserved Communities

Deadline: 06/02/26

Loan repayments of up to $15,000 for California mental health professionals to help offset the costs of training and academic studies. Funding is intended to assist applicants including therapists, counselors, psychologists, and social workers who serve underserve...

GrantWatch ID#: 191666

Loan Repayment Program for California Nurses Working in Underserved Communities

Deadline: 06/02/26

Loan repayments of up to $8,000 to California nurses working in eligible facilities to defray the educational costs of nursing school. Funding is intended to assist nurses that provide direct care in underserved communities. The purpose of this program is to incre...

GrantWatch ID#: 191668

Loan Repayments to California Registered Nurses for Assistance with Educational Loans

Deadline: 06/02/26

Loan repayments of up to $15,000 to California registered nurses for assistance with the costs of nursing school. Funding is intended to support nurses who are currently practicing in a qualified facility within the state. The goal of the program is to increase th...

GrantWatch ID#: 191669

Fellowships to California Graduate Students to Gain Experience in Resource Conservation

Deadline: 06/12/26

Fellowships to California graduate students and recent graduates to gain experience in the field of resource conservation. Successful fellows will be matched with government agencies and eligible conservation and research organizations across the state. The purpos...

GrantWatch ID#: 204157

Grants to California Physicians to Repay Student Loans in Exchange for Direct Patient Care

Deadline: 06/02/26

Grants to California physicians to repay student loans in exchange for providing direct patient care in underserved locations. Funding is intended to increase the number of physicians providing outpatient care in qualified facilities. Eligible disciplines include ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210147

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Researchers for Research on Violence Prevention

Deadline: 09/01/26 LOI Date: 06/05/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and individual researchers for research on violence prevention. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Collaborations are encouraged, and all projects are expected to include communi...

GrantWatch ID#: 211316

Grants to USA Investigators Affiliated with Institutions for Earth Systems and Science Research

Deadline: 06/17/26 LOI Date: 05/18/26

Grants to USA investigators affiliated with institutions for research on Earth systems and science. Applicants must submit a notice of intent and complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended to support early-stage scientists and engineers to advance...

GrantWatch ID#: 228621

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Male Health Research

Deadline: 06/19/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career researchers affiliated with IHEs and partnering with community organizations in eligible locations for research on emotional and relational health of boys and young men. Funding will support studies that focus ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229251

Opportunity for California Artists to Participate in a Fellowship

Deadline: 06/06/26

Opportunity for California artists to participate in a fellowship in eligible locations. Awardees will receive financial award of up to $50,000, and opportunities for connections and professional development. Applicants must apply as an emerging artist, an establi...

GrantWatch ID#: 229297

Opportunity for Artists and Scholars to Participate in a Creative Project Residency

Deadline: 07/06/26

Opportunity for USA individuals, including artists, scholars, researchers, and scientists, to participate in a residency program and engage in creative projects. Residents are provided with 24-hour access to studios and other facilities. The PMRCAA program provide...

GrantWatch ID#: 214896
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Grants to California Entities for Public Events that Benefit the Community

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to California individuals, groups, nonprofit organizations, and business entities for the organization of public events to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events that utilize volunteers and that focus on th...

GrantWatch ID#: 180208
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Grants to California Agencies, IHEs, For-Profits, and Nonprofits for Projects to Monitor Fores...

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to California government agencies, IHEs, special purpose districts, tribes, for-profit organizations, nonprofit organizations, and private landowners for projects to monitor the efficacy of various natural resource protection steps. Applicants are advised t...

GrantWatch ID#: 205187

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nurse Researchers for Oncology Research Projects

Deadline: 07/06/26 LOI Date: 05/18/26

Grants of $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International nurse researchers for research projects in a wide range of topics related to oncology. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Eligible types of research projects include feasibility studies,...

GrantWatch ID#: 220940

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Mid-Career Nursing Researchers for Oncology Research ...

Deadline: 07/06/26 LOI Date: 05/18/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International mid-career nursing researchers for research projects in the field of oncology. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended for research in a wide range of forms, including pilot and feas...

GrantWatch ID#: 220942

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Companies for Eye Disease Research

Deadline: 10/22/26 LOI Date: 06/18/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers holding positions at universities, medical centers, research institutions, and companies for research related to degenerative eye diseases. Applicants must submit a letter of intent, and some applicants are requ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203931

Opportunity for California Artists to Join a Fellowship Program

Deadline: 06/12/26

Opportunity for California artists to join a Fellowship program in eligible counties. Awardees will receive unrestricted funds of up to $50,000, depending on their tier, to support the fellow's artistic practice. Eligible applicants live and work in the following ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229303
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Grants to USA Professional Dancers for Support in Facing Financial Challenges Caused by Unexpe...

Deadline: 05/19/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and territories professional dancers for support in facing financial challenges caused by unexpected circumstances. Eligible uses of funding include expenses related to food, housing, medical, transportation, and other essential needs...

GrantWatch ID#: 199210

Fellowships to USA Immigrants and Children of Immigrants to Pursue Advanced Degrees

Deadline: 10/29/26 Conference Date: 05/19/26

Fellowships to USA immigrants and children of immigrants for graduate school support. Funding is intended to assist individuals pursuing advanced degrees in any field. In addition to funding to offset the cost of tuition and fees, Fellows will receive a stipend an...

GrantWatch ID#: 195794

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Medical Research Projects Related to ...

Deadline: 09/09/26 LOI Date: 05/20/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for medical research projects related to congenital heart disease. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. The purpose of this program is to facilitate improvements in the prevention, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155207
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Grants to USA Doctoral Candidates for Research Related to STEM Education Policy

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to USA doctoral candidates for research related to STEM practice. Grantees will receive funding as well as the opportunity to attend research and training conferences. Funding is intended for professional development and high-level research on STEM-related ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175917
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Grants to USA IHE Faculty, Researchers, and Scholars for Research Projects on Education

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants of up to $25,000 and grants of up to $35,000 to USA IHE faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and scholars for research projects related to education. Funding is intended to build research capacity and advance knowledge in education and STEM education and lear...

GrantWatch ID#: 181934
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Veterinary Students for Research Projects Related to ...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International veterinary students at an accredited institution for research projects that promote the health and welfare of animals. Applicants are required to create an account prior to submitting a grant application. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 182520
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Scholarships to USA Undergraduate and Graduate Students for Speech-Language Studies

Deadline: 05/20/26

Scholarships of $5,000 to USA senior undergraduate students and graduate students to pursue full-time studies in speech, language, and hearing disorders. Funding is intended to be used for education-related costs, such as tuition, books, and living expenses. Schol...

GrantWatch ID#: 195175
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, IHEs, and Institutions for Research Rela...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals, IHEs, and institutions for research addressing health. Funding is intended for preventative research related to nutrition, healthy food, and complementary and natural medicine. Eligible uses of funds include sa...

GrantWatch ID#: 205956
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Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Grants to California Nonprofits and Artists for Arts Programming to Benefit the Community in E...

Deadline: 07/01/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to California nonprofit organizations, artists, and artist collectives for arts programming to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist artists and organizations that support underrepresented populations, in...

GrantWatch ID#: 186445

Grants to California Individual Artists for Project Creation and Career Development

Deadline: 07/01/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to California individual artists in eligible locations for project creation and career development. Funding is intended to increase the capacity for artists to work, advance their creative professions, and navigate the complexities of making...

GrantWatch ID#: 186446

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Women Entrepreneurs in Tech and Science Fields

Deadline: 06/16/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International women entrepreneurs in recognition of innovative business activities. The purpose of the award is to honor entrepreneurs in the technology and science fields and to support their ongoing efforts. Award recipients will be gi...

GrantWatch ID#: 203490

Grants to California Film Artists in Eligible Locations to Finish a Film Project

Deadline: 07/01/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grant to a California film artists in eligible locations to finish a film project. Funding is intended to allow artists to complete certain elements of a work-in-progress that will move them closer to final completion. Eligible expenses include picture/sound editi...

GrantWatch ID#: 219846

Grants to USA Artist Collaboratives to Support Artist Gatherings and Project Accessibility

Deadline: 05/31/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants of $500 to USA artist collaboratives to support artist gatherings, project accessibility, and documentation and archiving. Grantees are chosen at random from the pool of eligible applicants. Funding is intended to provide funding for various needs of the ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 224887

Grants to California Artists and Nonprofits to Support Large-Scale Art Projects in Eligible Lo...

Deadline: 07/01/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants to California artists and nonprofit organizations to support large scale art projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to create a public project to be presented in 2028 in conjunction with the Olympic and Paralympic Games. A portion of the fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 227418

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Projects to Benefit Oceans

Deadline: 06/24/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals for projects to benefit oceans. Funding is intended to support a range of educational projects that will improve understanding of the ocean. Applicants should focus on providing community-based projects to help ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229246

Fellowships to California Individual Artists to Promote Career Development and Community Engag...

Deadline: 06/05/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Fellowships to California individual artists in eligible locations to promote career development and community engagement. Artists of all disciplines and various career stages will be considered. The goal of the program is to enhance creative practice, artistic ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 229301

Fellowships to California Artists to Support Artistic Development and Community Involvement

Deadline: 06/05/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Fellowships to California artists in eligible regions to support artistic development and community involvement. Artists may be involved in any art disciple, including traditional, literary, visual, performing, media, traditional, and social engagement. Funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 229307

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, Artists, and Institutions for the Creatio...

Deadline: 07/23/26 LOI Date: 05/21/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International cultural institutions, nonprofit organizations, artists, art platforms, and contemporary art festivals or biennials for the creation of original artwork. A Letter of Intent must be submitted prior to applying. The funding s...

GrantWatch ID#: 179287

Grants and Fellowships to USA and Canada PhDs, MDs, and DVMs Affiliated with Nonprofit Academi...

Deadline: 11/12/26 LOI Date: 05/22/26

Grants and fellowships to USA and Canada PhDs, MDs, and DVMs affiliated with nonprofit academic institutions for research to increase understanding of and advance treatments for spinal cord injury. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to a fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 183217