Grants to USA national nonprofit organizations to provide high-quality arts education services and projects for youth and children. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline date. This program places a strong emphasis on benefitting students with disabilities and ...

Grant of $7,500 to a USA female film director over the age of 40 to support the production of a dramatic feature-length film. To qualify, the applicant must have previously directed one other film project. Funding may be used for any stage of production, including, pre-production, production, and post-production.

Grants of $2,500 and art supplies valued at $1,000 to USA and Canada PreK-8 schools whose principal is a funding source member for art-infused professional development programs that utilize creative capacity-building. Funding is intended to create a school-wide commitment to art-infused education for the long-term and to h...

Grant of $7,500 and additional support to a USA female filmmaker for the completion of a film that addresses physical or developmental disability issues. Films may be of any genre or length, but must currently be a work-in-progress. Applications may be submitted by both directors and producers. Women of Her Word Grant:...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for programs focusing on conservation of the world's oceans. LOIs are due January 8, 2018. Funding is also available to Delaware, Illinois, Ohio, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. nonprofits in eligible areas for performing arts programs and to Chicago, Illinois organizatio...

Grants of up to $30,000 and grants of up to $70,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for applied research projects on interior design. Funding may be used for start-up projects, seed funds, or full research projects. The research topic for this year's funding is the impact of interior design on enhancing the h...

Grants starting at $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofit and university-based art or design service organizations for the development and dissemination of creative placemaking knowledge through collaborative projects. Applicants are advised to create or verify the necessary registrations by July 19, and a required form ...

Grants starting at $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and government agencies for collaborative arts engagement and cultural planning projects that enhance the quality of life in local communities. Applicants are advised to verify or create the required registrations by July 19. Initial application comp...

Grants to Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota nonprofit organizations working in the areas of wildlife, conservation, arts, public broadcasting, or disaster relief to build organizational endowments. The Foundation has a preference for organizations in the Sioux City area. Applicants must request an invitation to apply prior ...

Grants to Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota nonprofit organizations working in the areas of wildlife, conservation, arts, public broadcasting, or disaster relief to support capital projects. Applicants must request an invitation to apply prior to submitting a full application. The Foundation has a preference for organizati...

Grants to Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota nonprofit organizations for projects in the areas of wildlife, conservation, arts, public broadcasting, or disaster relief. Applicants must request an invitation to apply prior to submitting a full application. The Foundation has a preference for organizations in the Sioux City a...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to promote social progress and economic mobility in communities within the funding source’s market area. Eligible states include Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massac...

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico individuals aged 35 or under, to support and encourage creativity in the art or science of illumination. Consideration will be given to candidates producing works using light in art, architecture, education, health, environmental design, software design, fixture design, and theater. B...

Grants and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International filmmakers to support unique film projects that contribute to society. This program seeks to support films that may not otherwise be completed without the help of the grant. Eligible projects include feature-length films, short films, web or television series, a...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit professional performing ensembles and presenting organizations to improve public knowledge and appreciation of contemporary American music. The two categories that are eligible for funding are general operating support and project support, a...

Grants to USA nonprofits and K-12 schools to equip music programs with stringed instruments. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds. Funding is intended to give children nationwide the opportunity to play high-quality stringed instruments so as to provide them with ...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA and territories middle schools and nonprofit organizations for the enrichment of existing music education programs. The purpose of the program is to offer string students in grades 5 to 8 direct engagement with professional classical musicians. Eligible activities include high-level concert e...

Grants averaging $250 to USA individual artists to support the artistic process and the creation of new work. Examples of eligible uses of funds include recording studio time, art supplies, performances, exhibits, and project-related expenses. This program seeks to support the growth of qualifying artists. IACA believe...

Grants averaging $350 to USA nonprofits, schools, and churches for arts education, services, and programming. Eligible proposals are those that provide services for artists; artistic programs that engage the community; leadership training that will increase an arts organization's strength and capacity for the long term; a...

In-kind grants valued at up to $2,400 to USA nonprofits that bring benefit to society for one year of professional news distribution services to online, print, and social media. This in-kind services grant is intended to assist small local and national charities that are “doing good” and helping those in need of help i...

Grants and in-kind donations to USA nonprofits for programs that will enhance the lives of children and families. Funding may be awarded to programs in the areas of hunger, housing, healthcare, and education. Priority will be given to programs serving women and children. All programs should take place in an area where ...

Grants of up to $25,000 and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible states to positively impact local communities. Applications are accepted from organizations working in the following areas: health and human services, arts, culture, employment, and education. The purpose of this grants program is to...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career individuals for exploratory and broad-interest projects in the fields of conservation, research, storytelling, education, and technology. Funding is intended for the following areas of focus: wildlife, the human journey, or the changing pl...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and schools to benefit youth in communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include arts education programs and academic programs, including tutoring. Qualifying programs must serve youth in grades K-12. This gr...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals 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/or measurable results.

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International arts organizations to support travel related to the international promotion of Canadian artistic works and artists. Applicants must be registered in the application portal at least 30 days prior to applying. Grants are available for registered or incorporated C...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs to provide foreign language instruction programs for US graduate and undergraduate students. Programs will provide students the opportunity to learn eligible foreign languages in an immersion setting. Students will gain and improve language proficiency and related cultural com...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, museums, and historical societies for programs, projects, and activities that promote increased understanding and awareness of Jewish history in the Southern United States. There are three different grant funding opportunities available: 1) The Pr...

Fellowships of up to $4,200 per month to USA, Canada, and International researchers with a Ph.D. or other terminal degree to conduct research at a major library in the U.S. Areas of interest for this fellowship are the humanities and social sciences, especially research that is interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, or multili...

Grants to USA and Japan nonprofit organizations for educational projects that enable K-12 youth to learn about each other’s culture, country, and society, and to come together on common issues. LOIs are due by July 15, 2018. Funding is intended to meet needs at the pre-college education level, as identified by experts in...

Grants to USA and Japan nonprofit organizations for projects that foster mutual understanding and communication between citizens of the two countries. LOIs are due by July 15, 2018. Applications are invited for public opinion and communication projects that raise awareness about the US in Japan and vice-versa, as well as p...

Grants of $1,500 to USA artists and craftspersons who are engaged in or are planning a new craft or visual art project. Applicants must live and work in the United States and have a developed body of work. A jury of art professionals and/or artists will judge the submissions and make its recommendations to the Board of Dir...

Grants starting at $5,000 to Iowa and Nebraska nonprofit organizations to support youth exposure to the performing and visual arts, natural science, technology, zoology, botany, and history in the Omaha metropolitan service area. Programs offered by cultural institutions will be emphasized more than traditional educational...

Grants to Louisiana, Iowa, and Florida nonprofit organizations in eligible communities for programs in the areas of education, community development, arts and humanities, healthcare, human services, and environment. Consideration will be given to new, creative, and beneficial programs. Funding may also be requested for ope...

Grants to Iowa and Nebraska nonprofits for projects that seek to improve the quality of life in the southwest Iowa and eastern Nebraska region. A Letter of Inquiry must be submitted by November 15, 2017. Funding is primarily focused on the areas of Council Bluffs and Pottawattamie County. Eligible projects are those that p...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that promote an inclusive, just, and vibrant Jewish community. The Foundation is currently focusing its grantmaking efforts on initiatives that are national in scope. Applications are invited for projects meeting the following priority areas: -Foster Jewish arts, cul...

Grants to USA Hispanic-serving IHEs to strengthen the humanities curriculum. Applicants must create or verify the required registrations by June 7 and July 5. Funding will be used to strengthen the study and teaching of the humanities through the development of new humanities resources, courses, or programs, or by enhancin...

Grants to USA nonprofit historically black colleges and universities to enhance the humanities curriculum. Applicants must ensure that they have completed the required registrations by June 7 and July 5. This program seeks to strengthen the study of teaching of the humanities by developing new humanities resources, courses...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, and IHEs for the digital preservation of historical and cultural resources. Applicants must create or verify the required registrations by June 7 and July 5. Funding will support project implementation, as well as planning, assessment, and pilo...

Grants to USA community colleges to strengthen humanities programs and curricula. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations by June 7 and July 5. This program supports faculty and curricular development projects that will strengthen humanities programs or incorporate humanistic approaches in fie...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofits, religious centers, mosques, and schools for efforts to build and strengthen the American Muslim community. Eligible proposals are those that address the areas of civil and human rights, community wellness, understanding, and building strong leadership and institutio...

Grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to Iowa nonprofits and governmental agencies for programs that will improve the quality of life and create a sense of place for residents of Johnson County. Focus areas include education, arts, culture, and humanities, animals and the environment, health and human services, and/or public...

Grants to USA organizations to positively impact the lives of Armenian-American youth. Consideration will be given to both local and national projects. The Foundation supports Armenian education, cultural activities, camping, and athletic programs that foster cultural appreciation and knowledge in youth.

Grants to USA and Turkey dancers, film makers, and other types of artists for Turkish-related arts and cultural projects and residencies. This program provides project grants as well as residencies for both emerging and established artists in an effort to promote cross-cultural dialogue between the United States and Turkey...

Grants averaging $2,500 and in-kind product donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for programs that provide music education in schools and local communities. New applicants must submit a letter of inquiry by July 31, 2018. Funding is intended to improve access to music instruction and to give children nati...

Grants to USA nonprofits in multiple states for activities in the areas of economic development, neighborhood revitalization, arts and culture, and learning through play. Funding is intended for programming, operational expenses, and capital projects that benefit local communities where the Funding Source operates (See Add...

Grant of up to $25,000 to a Story County, Iowa nonprofit organization, government agency, public school, university, library, or volunteer fire department to benefit local communities. Applicants must submit an LOI by July 31. Program areas include arts and culture, education, human services, health, environment, and commu...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies for activities that benefit communities across a broad range of areas, with an emphasis on geographic locations where famiy members reside. Request summaries are due July 31. Priority areas include arts, culture, humanities, education, health and medical, human ...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 to USA (excluding New Mexico) organizations for publications that promote appreciation and awareness of the contemporary visual arts. LOIs are due March 1. Funding is primarily provided in support of publications and catalogues that showcase exhibitions by under-recognized or emerging ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for arts exhibitions that increase the appreciation and understanding of historical American art (circa 1500–1980). Letters of inquiry are due August 1, 2018. Particular interest is given to exhibitions that will travel outside the United States or Chicago,...