Grants for Nonprofits

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · $50K–$2M

Nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments can apply to this San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy program (Proposition 4) for multi-benefit projects like open space creation, habitat restoration, green space in disadvantaged communities, watershed protection, and wildfire resilience, with awards ranging from $50,000 to $2,000,000. The RMC especially encourages projects that leverage multiple funding sources and include robust community engagement, though no specific deadline is listed here.

Department of Water Resources · Amount varies

Businesses, individuals, nonprofits, other legal entities, public agencies, and tribal governments that own California dams rated below "Satisfactory" condition can apply for state grant funding to repair, retrofit, or rehabilitate dam infrastructure and restore lost water storage capacity. This is a forecasted program with no award amount or deadline specified yet; eligibility is broad but effectively limited to dam owners rather than the general public.

Natural Resources · $10K–$1M

Government agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations can apply for this Illinois Natural Resources State Wildlife Grant, which funds projects benefiting fish, wildlife, and their habitats — with priority given to species of greatest conservation concern. Awards range from $10,000 to $1,000,000.

Natural Resources · $20K–$6M

Open to government agencies, schools, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations for invasive carp management in Illinois waterways under the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. Funds technical and financial assistance to protect, conserve, or restore habitat and species on public or private land in the Great Lakes Basin. Awards range from $20,000 up to $6 million; no deadline listed.

Natural Resources · $1K–$350K

Open to Illinois units of local government, universities, and nonprofit organizations for coastal planning, coastal hazards, habitat protection, and education/outreach projects. Private individuals and for-profit organizations are not eligible, and applicants must be pre-qualified through the State of Illinois GATA grantee portal. This is a reimbursement grant, with awards from $1,000 to $350,000.

Wildlife Conservation Board · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, local/state/federal government agencies through the California Wildlife Conservation Board's Inland Wetland Conservation Program, but limited geographically to the Central Valley floor (roughly Red Bluff to Bakersfield). Funds land/water acquisition, conservation easements, and habitat restoration or enhancement for wetlands and wildlife-friendly agriculture. No specific award amount or deadline is listed.

U.S. Mission to Albania · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Democracy Commission Small Grants opportunity from the U.S. Mission to Albania, which funds civil-society, governance, and democratic-development projects in Albania. These programs are generally open to local nonprofits, NGOs, and civil-society groups, typically with a focus on or presence in Albania. Eligibility details, award amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so consult the full notice before applying.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted FDA opportunity to support an Animal Food Regulatory Program Alliance, which strengthens coordination of animal-food (feed) regulatory programs. Awards of this type typically go to state agencies, regulatory associations, and similar partner organizations rather than to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so review the official notice when available.

U.S. Mission to Italy · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Annual Program Statement from the U.S. Mission to Italy (Public Diplomacy Section), which funds projects that strengthen U.S.-Italy ties through cultural, educational, and exchange programming. These embassy programs are generally open to nonprofits, civil society groups, and educational institutions, often with a connection to Italy or U.S.-Italy collaboration. Eligibility details, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so review the full notice before applying.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This forecasted Administration for Community Living grant supports technical assistance, resource development, and program coordination to strengthen aging services for minority populations. Awards of this type generally go to nonprofits, universities, and similar organizations with relevant national capacity rather than to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet published, so confirm details in the official notice.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted FDA cooperative agreement (U01) to expand public education on the risks of skin-lightening products; clinical trials are not allowed. Awards of this kind generally go to nonprofits, universities, and public-health organizations with relevant outreach capacity rather than to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so review the official notice before applying.

Centers for Disease Control-GHC · Amount varies

This is a forecasted CDC global-health grant to improve global health security in Cote d'Ivoire through collaboration with local partners. Eligibility for these awards typically favors organizations with an in-country presence or established local partnerships in Cote d'Ivoire, making it narrow and geographically focused. Specific eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so review the official notice before applying.

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · $50K–$2M

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments for projects benefiting the Lower Los Angeles River area in California, funded through the Conservancy's Non-Bond Priority Grant Program. Awards range from $50,000 to $2,000,000, and applications follow a two-phase Concept Proposal then Full Application process. Limited to projects within the Lower LA River program area.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This forecasted Administration for Community Living grant ('PNS: Empowering Individuals') supports programs that empower people with disabilities or older adults, consistent with ACL's mission. Awards of this type typically go to nonprofits, state and tribal agencies, and disability/aging-services organizations rather than to individuals. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet published, so check the official notice for full details.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Community Living grant under the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program, focused on research into community living and participation for people with disabilities. DRRP research awards typically go to universities, research institutions, and qualified nonprofits with disability-research capacity rather than to individuals or general businesses. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines are not yet posted, so review the official notice when available.

Natural Resources · $50K–$800K

Open to government agencies, schools, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations for aquatic invasive species work in Great Lakes states. Funds technical and financial assistance to identify, protect, conserve, manage, or restore habitat and species on public or private land within the Great Lakes Basin. Awards range from $50,000 to $800,000; no deadline listed.

Administration for Children and Families - ANA · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Children and Families (ANA) grant for Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance under the Esther Martinez Immersion program, supporting language immersion and nest programs. Eligibility for ANA awards is generally limited to federally and state-recognized tribes, tribal and Native organizations, and similar Native-serving nonprofits, making it narrow. Specific funding amounts and deadlines are not yet posted, so check the official notice before applying.

Department of Fish and Wildlife · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments for river and stream restoration projects specifically within the Klamath-Trinity Watershed in California. Funded under Proposition 68, with priorities including floodplain reconnection, riparian habitat restoration, and upper-watershed forest and meadow protection. Geographically limited to this specific watershed; no award amount or deadline is listed.

Illinois Community College Board · Amount varies

Open to a broad range of eligible providers under WIOA Section 203(5): local educational agencies, community-based organizations, nonprofit agencies, institutions of higher education, libraries, public housing authorities, volunteer literacy organizations, and consortia of these entities. Funds adult education and literacy services, including help earning a secondary diploma, English language instruction, civics education, and career-pathway transitions for adults 16+ who lack basic literacy or English proficiency. No specific award amount is listed; applicants must demonstrate capacity to deliver adult education services.

Department of Fish and Wildlife · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments in California for water quality, river, and watershed protection and restoration projects of statewide significance (outside the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta). Funded through Proposition 1 bond money as part of the state's broader water action plan. No specific award amount or deadline is listed in this posting.