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.
Grants of $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create and perform presentations depicting various elements of democracy. Eligible performances must be new works and may be multi-disciplinary or in the fields of opera, music, dance, and theater. The...
Opportunity for USA students to join a competition to improve the world. Students from grades five to eight are invited to submit original innovative proposals. Entry topics include robotics, home improvement, automotive, safety, AR/VR, and climate tech. Finalists...
Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta-registered nonprofit charities, community groups, individuals, and societies in eligible locations for activities to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding areas of interest include the environment, community su...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International early-career PhD researchers for research studies in the life sciences. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Fellows must complete their research fellowship in a country other than their own nat...
Grants to USA and Canada scientists and doctors working in nonprofit academic institutions for cancer research projects. Applicants must register and submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support innovative and impac...
Grants of $1,500 and grants of $3,000 to Canada employees of nonprofit and grassroots organizations that focus on food insecurity for professional development activities. Funding is available for workshops, courses, certification, coaching, mentoring, and knowledg...
Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers and PhD students affiliated with IHEs, nonprofit organizations, research institutions, and government agencies for studies related to the impact fishing practices hav...
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...
Grants to Canada arts organizations, groups, First Nations groups, and presenting organizations for projects that foster public enjoyment and appreciation of the arts. Grants fund a wide range of live events, publications, and other initiatives that build connecti...
Grants of up to $50,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International artists and artist collectives for innovative art projects involving new and developing technology. Along with funding, recipients may have access to coaching and mentoring and be expose...
Grants to Alberta individuals, Indigenous individuals, and arts collectives in eligible locations to increase equity and diversity in the arts. Grant funds may be used for a broad range of activities that support major artistic projects, the creation of individual...
Grants of up to $22,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career psychologists to support research addressing children with serious emotional disturbance. Funding is intended for research in the areas of early intervention and treatment. The goal of the prog...
Residency to a Canada professional playwright to focus on their work while contributing to the education of emerging playwrights at an eligible university. The playwright is expected to divide their time equally between their own work and assisting the university ...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students at institutions of higher education to participate in workshops and conferences related to design and engineering. Funding is intended to support registration fees and help with travel an...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer scientists and practitioners to participate in a conference about design and engineering. Funding is intended for travel expenses and conference registration for individuals who face financial barriers to attending...
Grants of up to $20,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations and individuals for heritage and culture activities to promote eligible regions. Eligible projects include creating documentaries, preparing exhibitions, and hosting speakers. Funding is intended for appli...
Grants to Alberta youth, youth groups, and youth collaborations with nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for youth between the ages of 12 and 18 to organize and run events, activities, and schoo...
Grants to Alberta artists and collectives for artistic projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in all artistic disciplines. Eligible activities include marketing and promotion; research, creation of new work, professional development, and ...
Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, cycling clubs, individuals, and trail associations for projects to benefit cyclists. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives, including but not limited to developing new miles of trails, attracting ne...
Fellowships to Canada scholars, professors, and researchers to pursue original, independent research projects. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to a full grant application. This opportunity is intended for research in the fields of...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for studies to ensure the health of assistance dogs. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal and receive approval prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to safeguard the emotio...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International universities and research institutes, and scholarships to PhD scholars for research projects related to forced migration. Funding is intended to support internationally-oriented projects that address questions that have not...
Grants of $35,000 per year to Canada doctoral students for cancer-related research. Research must be conducted in a Canadian university or a qualifying research institute. Eligible topics for research include preclinical research, environmental causes of cancer, a...
Grants of up to $200 and in-kind grants of pet store discounts to USA and Canada PreK-9 educators to purchase and care for animals in the classroom setting. Funding is intended to offset the costs of acquiring guinea pigs, lizards, hamsters, fish, and other small ...
Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations and groups, band and tribal councils, and Aboriginal government agencies and organizations to support festivals that present heritage performers, artists, and artisans. Funding is intended for recurring festivals, including...
Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact famil...
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, ...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for research related to brain tumors. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for basic and translational medical research projects that will improve the...
Grants of up to $400 to Alberta individuals and community groups for publicly accessible events to benefit residents of eligible communities. The purpose of the program is to support events that create connections among local residents and provide social opportuni...
Grants of up to $2,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, community groups, and individuals for activities that positively impact eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs that improve the well-being of local residents and foster positive social chan...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators at nonprofit organizations and government agencies for research to benefit patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is inten...
Grants to Alberta businesses in eligible locations for extensive repairs and enhancements to commercial buildings. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to assist businesses in beautifying exteriors and attracting consumers. Bu...
Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $3,000 to Alberta female coaches, sports officials, administrators, and nonprofit organizations to promote leadership skills among women and girls in the sports and recreation sectors. Funding is intended to support girls...
Grants of up to $25,000 USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, agencies, and individuals for environmental conservation projects. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of stewardship, conservation, and education. Projects may be ...
Opportunity for Canada and International children and youth in eligible regions to participate in an essay-writing contest. Applicants are required to address the similarities among people from diverse backgrounds and locations. Winning entrants will be awarded a ...
Grants of up to $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations for evidence-based initiatives to meet urgent community needs. Funding is intended to support innovative projects and interventions to address intolerance, bias, prejudice, and...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals to submit sketches as political commentary, historical reflections, or cultural happenings. Winning individuals will receive $500 towards project-related expenses. Entries will be judged based on alignment...
Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International funding source member to recognize outstanding volunteerism. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge and honor a service volunteer who demonstrates commitment and dedication to supporting, promoting, and growing ...
Grants of $20,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International science journalists for impactful reporting projects. Eligible applicants are mid-career journalists with significant experience who have an idea for a novel and viable research article. Appli...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals to participate in a fellowship or receive a grant to further their innovative ideas. Eligible applicants are pursuing projects in any area, including technology, filmmaking, engineering, languages, biology...
Commission to a Canada artist or team of artists to design and install an outdoor art project in a public park in Ontario. All project expenses will be covered by the budget, including materials, fabrication, artist fees, transportation, installation, designs, per...
Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students and those with a Master's or doctoral degree to offset the cost of travel to conduct research at a library in the US. The purpose of the grant is to undertake research related to children's...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International artists to participate in an art exhibition. Eligible creative works must be original and respond to the exhibition themes. Eligible art pieces must be in craft media including but not limited to: wood, metal, fiber, ...
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...
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 sampl...
Awards to Canada authors, translators, and illustrators, and grants to Canada publishers for outstanding works of literature in a variety of genres. First-time applicants must confirm eligibility before applying. The purpose of this program is to recognize exempla...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and individual scholars for research, projects, and other activities that promote animal welfare. Previously funded projects include adoption programs, animal rescue training, public awareness campai...
Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations, post-secondary institutions, and individuals for programs and projects that focus on humanities and social science research topics. Nonprofit applicants must contact staff in advance of the deadline to begin the applicatio...
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals with a Ph.D. for anthropology research projects. Grant funds must be used for research expenses. Funding is intended to advance the field of anthropology and make a significant impact on anthrop...
Fellowships of $10,000 to Canada full-time graduate students to pursue studies in wildlife and fish conservation at a British Columbia university. The purpose of the fellowship is to provide early-career experience in the field and support work that advances conse...