Grants of $6,000 to USA individual teachers, scholars, and researchers to support scholarly research in the humanities disciplines. Required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support two months of full-time work and may support recipients’ compensation, travel, and other costs relat...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit institutions and state and local government agencies to enhance libraries through the professional development and training of library employees. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application and should register online several weeks before applying. Funding is ...

Grants starting at approximately $40,000 to USA and Territories nonprofits, Indian tribes, IHEs, and state and local governments to create and implement community-based projects that utilize volunteer workers, 55 years and older. Funding is intended for volunteer programs with a focus on the following areas of interest: ed...

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that advance environmental protection, promote healthy ocean ecosystems, and improve water quality in all geographical areas. Funding is intended for all types of programs and subject areas, but strong priority will be given to projects that improve water ...

Fellowships of up to $5,000 to USA individual members and descendants of a Native American tribe, and Alaska and Hawaii Natives, to sustain, preserve, and share cultural knowledge. The program will provide recipients with both financial and technical support. Recipients will be offered tools, resources, and capital to buil...

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 typically ranging between $10,000 and $20,000 to USA grassroots organizations for programs that preserve the environment. Funding is intended to assist local activist groups in protecting frontline communities and local habitats. Eligible programs will be original, bold, action-directed, and committed to long-term c...

Grants typically ranging between $15,000 and $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations that use film and media as part of a campaign tool to promote environmental activism. Funding is intended to support campaigns that inspire audiences to become environmental activists through film and media. P...

Grants typically ranging between $5,000 and $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International environmental nonprofit organizations for programs that protect and restore wild fish and their natural habitats. Funding is intended to support original programs that address the root causes of the problem and provide long-term solutions...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for environmental sustainability initiatives to improve ocean health. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that meet challenges faced by the marine and sailing industries. Eligible projects will promote the adoption of clean ...

Awards of $250 and awards of $500 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, organizations, and societies affiliated with the Funding Source to recognize outstanding achievements in the conservation of orchids. At least one of the $500 prizes will honor conservation efforts benefiting orchid species native to t...

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 c...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA artists, organizations, foundations, museums, and businesses to promote the arts of the Osage Nation and Native American Culture. This program enables Osage artists, as well as Osage-related arts-oriented organizations, to carry out a wide range of arts activities. Priorities for Funding:...

Grants to Sioux Falls area, South Dakota nonprofit organizations to benefit local communities in the areas of arts, health, environment, education, human services, community affairs and development, and humanities. Applications are accepted from organizations serving Minnehaha, Lincoln, Turner, and McCook Counties, as well...

Grants ranging from $150 to $10,000 to Oregon local governments and charitable organizations in eligible counties and to USA Native American organizations for programs that benefit Native American communities. Funding is provided for programs in the areas of alcohol and drug treatment, cultural activities, the arts, educat...

Grants starting at $50,000 to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, and government agencies for locally-driven marine debris assessment, removal, and prevention projects. Applicants must first submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Required registrations for the final application process may tak...

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 supplemented by...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations that focus on humanitarian support, the environment, children, arts, education, and animal welfare. Preference will be given to those organizations, individuals, and initiatives that will inspire others to get involved, stand the test of time, and will be a manifestation of the Foundat...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit or commercial publishers to help produce or translate scholarly manuscripts addressing the subjects of American art history, visual studies, and related topics. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended for manuscripts that are b...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 and fellowships ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 to USA artists, scholars, and organizations in Upper Midwestern states for projects that perpetuate Scandinavian cultural traditions and folk arts. Eligible states include North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Upp...

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 complete required registrations and submit a preliminary proposal. Funding is intended to support one of the following...

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. Funding is intended for projects that promote enforceable water policies and that advance cleaner ...

Grants to USA nonprofits for a broad range of animal welfare and protection programs, projects, and activities of national interest. Funding is intended to support comprehensive, creative, solution-based models that lead to systemic change, that help to reduce suffering, and that promote a more compassionate society. T...

Grants to USA and Pacific territories government agencies in eligible states to improve the capacity to respond to wildfires. Funding is intended to mitigate the risk from wildland fire, with an emphasis on education and information, hazard fuel reduction, planning and assessment, and monitoring through community and lando...

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations and school districts in eligible communities for mentor-based robotics programs and competitions. Pre-authorization is required before applying. Priority is given to teams that demonstrate diversity, such as female-led teams, economically diverse teams, or racially or g...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofits, such as community organizations, conservation groups, colleges, universities, and tribal groups, for projects addressing conservation issues in forest management. Funding is intended to support collaborative projects involving nonprofits, SFI Program Participants, and other stakeholders...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to use artificial intelligence to address current environmental issues. Funding is intended to support projects that develop and deploy open source machine learning models, algorithms, and data sets that directly tackle environmental...

Grants to USA non-land grant agricultural colleges and universities to improve institutional capacity for research, education, extension, and outreach activities related to agriculture, natural resources, food, and human sciences. Required registrations may take up to two weeks to complete. Applications that address the na...

Grants to South Dakota conservation districts for projects that protect environmental resources throughout the State. Funding is intended for a broad range of projects that protect and conserve natural resources, including watersheds, forests, and agricultural land. The following projects have received funding under th...

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 of up to $2,500 to Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in eligible areas to enhance environmental education and promote environmental stewardship. Applications are invited for projects in communities within the funding source’s service area. Env...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs for projects that promote public engagement with historical resources. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Emphasis is placed on projects that develop new tools to help people engage online.

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career individuals for projects in the fields of conservation, research, storytelling, education, and technology. This program offers less experienced individuals an opportunity to lead a project. National Geographic Society funded projects shoul...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International experienced project leaders for projects in the areas of education, conservation, storytelling, research, or technology. Proposals are expected to demonstrate successful completion of similar projects with tangible and measurable results. National Geo...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA teams of scientists, educators institutions, farmers, ranchers, and organizations in multiple North Central states for agricultural research and education projects that lead to sustainable and profitable food and fiber systems. Eligible states include Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michi...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and institutions for projects and activities that promote the protection of endangered species and their habitats. Funding is intended for species preservation activities, scientific research projects, and conservation education programs.

Grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to USA Indigenous-based nonprofit organizations to protect Native lands and water resources against threats to the environment and their cultural vitality. Funding is intended for Native-led actions against unwanted development, incursions, and extractive industries as well as threats to...

Prizes of $10,000, $15,000, and $30,000 to USA teams of students in grades 6 through 12 for winning projects that offer creative solutions to environmental concerns in the areas of land and water, and air and climate. Topics can address the issues of pollution, deforestation, biodiversity, global warming, or water conserva...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for a broad range of charitable initiatives, as well as projects that advance education, culture, and science. Applicants must submit an application 4 to 6 weeks in advance of the deadline. Examples of previously supported organizations include theaters, medical centers, hospitals and ...

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International conservationists to research any threatened or poorly known plant, animal, and fungus species. Priority will be given to species facing a high risk of extinction, especially endangered and critically endangered species, as well as species with limited information av...

Grants to USA federally recognized tribes in the contiguous states and Alaska for protected anadromous and marine species conservation and protection efforts. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support programs for protected species listed under the...

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 averaging just over $4,500 to South Dakota nonprofit organizations and government entities including public schools, colleges, and law enforcement agencies for projects that promote and encourage shooting range activities, hunting safety, and responsible firearms use. Funding is also available for capital improvemen...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support schools; museums, performing arts and cultural programs; hospitals; skills training; educational programs; programming for youth, seniors, and people who are handicapped; environmental and wildlife protection activities; and other programs that...

Grants of up to $4,000 to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin educators to teach youth about sustainable agriculture. Consideration will be given to projects that encourage youth and their parents to engage with sustainable practices and ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, cultural institutions, and individuals for scholarly and historical research, archiving, and preservation of information about genres of Latin music. Funding is also intended to support anthropology and documentation of music traditions and L...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for hands-on educational programs that teach young people about vehicle and boat restoration. Priority will be given to programs that focus on high school and college-age students. Funding is intended to teach the specialized skills and knowledge needed to maintain vintage cars, trucks...

Grants of up to $10,000 to South Dakota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and individual property owners for the interpretation and preservation of the City of Deadwood's historical sites. Funding may be used for planning, preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration activities. Please note that this funding c...