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Grants for Alberta Colleges & Universities

Explore 362 active, human-verified grants for colleges, universities, community colleges, trade schools, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and other Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) across Alberta. These grants support institutions and fund campus infrastructure, research, faculty initiatives, workforce development, technology, academic programs, and other institutional priorities. Discover funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers, updated daily.

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362 grants found

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations in Multiple States and Provinces for Community Benefit ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada organizations in multiple states and provinces for community benefit activities in regions served by the funding source. Focus areas for funding include community vitality, education, and environment. Priority is given to projects and orga...

GrantWatch ID#: 222386

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Schools and IHEs for Security Equipment

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International schools and IHEs to offset the cost of installing and operating security equipment. Funding is intended to be used towards the installation of security cameras, as well as for cybersecure cloud storage of the recorded surve...

GrantWatch ID#: 224821

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Qualifying PhD Students to Participate in a Residency

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International qualifying PhD students to participate in a residency. Funding is intended to support students who want to enhance their research by traveling to an academic institution other than their own. Successful applicants are expec...

GrantWatch ID#: 225678

Grants to Canada Undergraduate Students at Eligible Institutions to Support Research on Specif...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada undergraduate students at eligible institutions to support research on specific topics. Funding is intended to provide work experience and to encourage students to pursue graduate studies in the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, healt...

GrantWatch ID#: 225743

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career PhD Scholars for Historical Humani...

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International early-career PhD scholars to pursue research projects related to historical humanities. Funding will cover a monthly stipend as well as travel and other material expenses. Funding is intended for a wide range of resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 225800

Grants to USA and Canada Law Schools for Initiatives to Encourage Students to Pursue Careers i...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada law schools for initiatives to encourage students to pursue careers in law. Funding is intended for collaborative projects among at least three universities. Eligible activities include workshops, conferences, law fairs, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 225903

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Students for Initiatives Addressing Youth and Child A...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International students for initiatives addressing youth and child abuse. Funding is intended for ideas of how to support survivors of abuse and prevent youth and child abuse. Eligible uses of funds will be judged by the amount of autonom...

GrantWatch ID#: 227423

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Early-Stage Autism Research Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. and M.D. researchers affiliated with IHEs, medical schools, and research institutions for early-stage research projects related to autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Funding is intended for exploratory res...

GrantWatch ID#: 228965

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Write Academic Research Article Reviews

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals to write article reviews focused on academic research. Applicants must submit a pre-proposal before applying. Eligible candidates have a doctorate degree or equivalent experience. Priority is given to expertise ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230403

Grants and Loans to Canada Individuals to Pursue Full-Time Higher Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans and grants to Canada students to assist with full-time higher education. Interest-free loans and non-repayable grants are intended to help individuals who are enrolled in a full-time degree, diploma, or technical program at a designated educational instituti...

GrantWatch ID#: 230616

Grants and Loans to Canada Students to Pursue Part-Time Higher Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $2,520 per year to Canada students to assist with higher education. Interest-free loans and grants are intended to help individuals who are enrolled in a part-time degree, diploma, or technical program at a designated edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 230617

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Institution-Affiliated Scholars for Research Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International scholars affiliated with accredited institutions for research projects. Priority is given to proposals that bridge fields of discipline. Eligible projects result in policy white papers, peer-reviewed publications, or sharea...

GrantWatch ID#: 231824
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How to Find & Apply for College & University Grants in Alberta

Securing institutional grant funding starts with identifying opportunities that match your college or university's facility, research, or program needs. Use the GrantWatch directory filters above to narrow your search by category, funding source, and deadline, covering campus infrastructure, research facilities, faculty support, and academic programs. GrantWatch is a full grant lifecycle platform, supporting every stage from prospecting through post-award reporting, with the Grant Prospecting Dashboard and Grant Funding Pipeline to track opportunities, GrantWatch Intelligence™ to uncover best-fit funders faster, and the AI Grant Writing Tool to accelerate proposal development. Team members within the same GrantWatch ecosystem can be added as seats on the Grant Funding Pipeline at no extra cost, and multiple user licenses are available for large institutions.

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Is there a cost to search or apply for grants on GrantWatch?

A free GrantWatch account includes newsletter updates, access to grant listings, and light use of the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, Claim Your Profile, and AI Grant Writing Tool features. To fully search, filter, and track grants as a serious grant seeker, a MemberPlus+ subscription is required. GrantWatch does not charge a fee to apply for a grant directly with a funding source, and never requires payment in exchange for a guaranteed award.

What types of grants are available for colleges and universities?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, corporate, and private foundation grants for colleges and universities across 61 categories, including research initiatives, faculty support, academic program development, and campus infrastructure.

Are there grants specifically for HBCUs and Hispanic-Serving Institutions?

Yes. GrantWatch lists grants specifically designated for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), alongside grants open to all colleges and universities. Review each grant listing's eligibility criteria to confirm designation requirements.

Do community colleges and trade schools qualify, or only universities?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Many grants are open to community colleges, trade schools, and universities alike, while others are restricted to a specific type of institution. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm eligibility.

Can multiple team members at my institution collaborate on GrantWatch?

Yes. Team members within the same GrantWatch ecosystem can be added as seats on the Grant Funding Pipeline at no extra cost, allowing departments, grant offices, and research teams to collaborate on shared opportunities. GrantWatch also offers multiple user licenses for large institutions with broader collaboration needs.

How often is the GrantWatch grant database updated?

GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.

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