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Grants for Nova Scotia Nonprofits & 501(c)(3) Organizations

Explore 548 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in Nova Scotia. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives spanning 61 grant categories and beyond, updated daily.

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548 grants found

In-Kind Grants of Networking Equipment to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of technology equipment to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to help increase their productivity, cost-efficiency, and scalability. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. The grant is intended to assist or...

GrantWatch ID#: 175303

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Schools and Groups for In-School Educational Music Pe...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to USA, Canada, and International schools and other groups for in-school educational music programs. Although the Foundation appreciates all forms of music, priority is given to proposals that focus on bluegrass music. Live ensemble demonstrat...

GrantWatch ID#: 176897

Grants to Canada Métis, First Nations, and Inuit Artists, Groups, Nonprofits, and For-Profits...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $30,000 to Canada Métis, First Nations, and Inuit artists, arts professionals, artists groups, collectives, nonprofit, and for-profit organizations for travel related to professional development. Funding is intended to support travel costs involve...

GrantWatch ID#: 177874

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, For-Profits, and First Nations Artists for Professional Developme...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Canada nonprofit organizations, for-profits, First Nations artists, and arts and cultural professionals for career development activities. Funding may be used for production materials, career and artistic development activities, and train...

GrantWatch ID#: 177875

In-Kind Donations to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Support Music Programming

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to support music programming. Applicants must take an eligibility quiz and receive approval to submit an application. Funding is intended for applicants providing free or low-cost music in...

GrantWatch ID#: 178253

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, NGOs, Institutions, and Individuals...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, NGOs, institutions, individuals, or collaborations between various entities to develop social impact projects. Finalists are given funding, publicity, and help with other resources in order to...

GrantWatch ID#: 180556

Grants to Nova Scotia Sports Organizations and Nonprofits to Bring Sporting Events to the Prov...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nova Scotia Provincial Sport Organizations and qualifying nonprofit organizations to bring sporting events to the province. The purpose of the program is to promote and enhance the profile of sports in Nova Scotia. Funding may be requested for championsh...

GrantWatch ID#: 182404

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Urgent Disaster Relief Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for urgent disaster relief. Funding is intended to provide effective and efficient support to communities and organizations that have been impacted by disaster. The funding source par...

GrantWatch ID#: 184107

Grants to Canada Qualified Donees for Programs that Address Climate, Reconciliation, and Commu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada qualified donees for programs that benefit the community. Focus areas include strengthening communities, reconciliation, and climate. The purpose of this program is to advance community well-being and environmental sustainability at a generational...

GrantWatch ID#: 184312

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Action Programs to Protect the Environment

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada grassroots nonprofit organizations for environmental preservation programs. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of climate solutions, agricultural transformation, thriving communities, and healthy land and waters. The goal ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185169

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Institutions for Fragile X Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research institutions for clinical research projects related to Fragile X syndrome. Funding is intended for clinical research trials with human subjects. Priority will be given to trials of agents that have been previously ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185635

Grants to Canada Entities to Serve First Nations Students with Learning Disabilities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada nonprofit and for-profit organizations, education institutions, First Nations, and agencies to provide services for First Nations students with learning disabilities. Funding may be used for resource services, assessments, therapies, personnel, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 185710

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations to Develop New Energy-Saving Initiatives in Quebec

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada organizations to develop new energy-efficiency solutions in Quebec. Funding is intended for creative projects that can be used by customers in a range of sectors, including the commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and transp...

GrantWatch ID#: 185958

Grants to Canada First Nations, Band or Tribal Councils, and Indigenous Organizations in Eligi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada First Nations, Band or Tribal councils, and Indigenous organizations in eligible provinces for activities and programs that reduce the spread and intensity of wildfires. Funding is intended to support wildland fire prevention and preparation progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 186833

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual or Group to Recognize Humanitarian Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or group to recognize humanitarian efforts. The award is intended to honor the exceptional impact that the nominees' actions have made on preserving human life and advancing humanitarian causes in the face of adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 189622

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Canadian War Memorial Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and for-profits, and Canadian provinces and municipalities for commemorative memorials that honor Canada's servicemen. Funding is intended to support building new memorials or restor...

GrantWatch ID#: 190275

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Promote I...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and individuals for activities that promote privacy, security, freedom, and accessibility in technology. Funding is intended to support projects and individuals working on accessible an...

GrantWatch ID#: 190638

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Address Societal Issues and Promote Pro...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to address societal issues and to promote prosperity and freedom. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that address individ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190706

Grants to Canada Indigenous Communities, Agencies, Nations, and Organizations for Projects to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada Indigenous communities, governments, Nations, and organizations for projects to address climate change. Applicants are required to contact the Funding Source to receive application information. Funding is intended to support Indigenous-led project...

GrantWatch ID#: 192415

Grants to Canada Nonprofit Museums and Indigenous Groups to Host Exhibits

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Canada nonprofit museums and indigenous groups to host exhibits or to borrow items for display and education purposes. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that will serve to pres...

GrantWatch ID#: 192496

In-Kind Donations of Internet Advertising to International Nonprofits

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of internet advertising to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to raise awareness of their cause. Applicants must complete the required registration process to access the application. The program is intended to help applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 192798

In-Kind Donations of Cardiac Medical Devices to USA, Canada, and International Healthcare Orga...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International healthcare organizations for medical devices for patients in need. Organizations may request donations of specialty cardiac devices manufactured by the Funding Source for patients who lack insurance and have no o...

GrantWatch ID#: 193303

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Artist Collectives, Businesses, and Schools for Projects to Comme...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Canada nonprofit organizations and groups, artist collectives, businesses, and educational institutions for projects to commemorate Ukrainian Canadian military veterans of the two world wars. Funding is intended to support events and serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 193592

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Clinicians for Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International scholars and clinicians affiliated with IHEs, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and medical centers for research and development related to dementia. Applicants must register and submit an LOI prior t...

GrantWatch ID#: 193664

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Groups, Nonprofits, and Individua...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International organizations, nonprofit organizations, and individuals for grassroots community projects. Funding is intended for a broad range of initiatives that improve the quality of life for people w...

GrantWatch ID#: 193801

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Address Climate Change

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations that are addressing the climate emergency. Funding is intended to support activist movements demanding change from governments. Eligible projects must directly address climate change, and organizations may onl...

GrantWatch ID#: 194736

Grants to Canada Registered Charities and Qualified Donees for Charitable Projects and Initiat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada registered charities and qualified donees for charitable projects and initiatives benefiting youth and the environment. Funding is intended to support activities in the following areas of focus: urban environmental sustainability, environmentally ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195676

In-kind Donations of Equipment to USA and Canada Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs for Community S...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of equipment to USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, schools, and institutions of higher education for community support and the promotion of science education. Donations also align with the company's environmental goals by recyc...

GrantWatch ID#: 196987

Grants to Canada Healthcare Associations, IHEs, and Agencies for Healthcare Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada healthcare professional associations, universities, public and governmental organizations, patient advocacy groups, and patient groups for healthcare activities. Funding is intended for identified, clear studies, projects, and other activities. Ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 197144

Grants to Canada Private Educational Institutions, Community Centers, Places of Worship, Shelt...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations, including private educational institutions, community centers, places of worship, shelters, offices, cemeteries, and childcare centers to improve community security. Funding may be used for expenses such as security equipm...

GrantWatch ID#: 197811

Grants to International Nonprofits and Agencies for Emergency Wildlife Conservation

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and NGOs for emergency wildlife conservation efforts. Funding is intended to support applicants during crisis periods that directly impact wildlife. The purpose ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197950

In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Online Capacity-Building Serv...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for online capacity-building services. Funding is intended to help organizations update their capabilities, improve operations and adopt cloud storage, assess their impact, and enhance daily...

GrantWatch ID#: 200017

Grants to Canada Organizations to Offset the Costs of Enrolling Children in Sports Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada organizations to offset the costs of enrolling children in sports programs. Funding is intended to help children in low-income families participate in a wide range of athletic activities. Eligible programs are long-term programs that involve physi...

GrantWatch ID#: 201263

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals for Public Chamber Musi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals to participate in events celebrating music. Funding is intended for participatory events that bring people together to play and listen to chamber music. Events must be open to the...

GrantWatch ID#: 201530

Grants to Canada Charities, Nonprofits, and Qualified Donees for Initiatives Related to Cancer

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada registered charities, nonprofit organizations, and qualified donees for initiatives related to cancer. Funding is intended to address gaps in community cancer programs in the areas of diagnosis, screening, treatment, and research. Grants are focus...

GrantWatch ID#: 202014

Grants to Canada Charities, Nonprofits, and Qualified Donees for Initiatives Addressing Inclus...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada registered charities, nonprofit organizations, and qualified donees for initiatives addressing inclusivity. Eligible programs focus on the following areas of interest: education and employment opportunities for underserved communities, and health ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202015

Grants to Canada Charities, Nonprofits, and Qualified Donees for Educational Initiatives to Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada registered charities, nonprofit organizations, and qualified donees for educational initiatives that promote financial literacy. The purpose of the program is to improve financial education and resources for individuals in the community. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 202016

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals, Agencies, Institutions, and Organizations for Animal Wel...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and Canada individuals, government agencies, institutions, and organizations to promote animal welfare research. Funding is intended to cover the processing and publication expenses for scholarly, open-access, peer-reviewed articles. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203209

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Address Human Rights Violations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International human rights organizations and women-led organizations for activities related to human rights violations in eligible regions. Funding is intended for responses to urgent safety issues and for unanticipated a...

GrantWatch ID#: 203703

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, Agencies, and Businesses in Multiple Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and businesses for business expansion projects. Applicants are required to contact the funding source ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203747

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Indigenous Entities, Educational Institutions, and Agencies in Mu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations, Indigenous entities, municipalities, educational institutions, and industry associations for initiatives that promote economic development. Projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203749

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Community and Environmental Initiative...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to strengthen communities and civil society. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support collective action, organizational capacity, visionary...

GrantWatch ID#: 203975

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations for Events Addressing the Evolution and...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $7,500, grants of up to $15,000, and grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations for events addressing the evolution and use of the Internet. Funding is intended to support initiatives that include open dialogue on issue...

GrantWatch ID#: 204881

In-Kind Mental Health Training to Nova Scotia Individuals, Nonprofits, and Businesses

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind training services to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations, individuals, and businesses to address mental health issues. This opportunity offers training that will be conducted in a single six-hour course. The course presents instruction on mental health and...

GrantWatch ID#: 205441

Grants to Canada Businesses and Nonprofits to Promote Expansion, Collaboration, and Creativity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada businesses and nonprofit organizations to promote expansion, collaboration, and creativity. Applicants are required to contact the funding source and submit a statement of interest prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to bolster ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207029

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Environmental and Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for environmental initiatives and relief efforts. Funding is intended for activities that support sustainability, conservation, and national and international emergency relief work, and address diffi...

GrantWatch ID#: 208108

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Businesses, and Individuals for Projec...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, and individuals for projects related to cybersecurity. Funding is intended to develop cybersecurity capabilities powered by artificial intelligence. Priority will be given to projects that incorpo...

GrantWatch ID#: 209338

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Promote Social Justice and Societal Cha...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for initiatives to promote social justice and societal change. Funding is intended to support investigative journalism and the arts as a means to creating change. Eligible organizations align with on...

GrantWatch ID#: 209682

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations for Projects Related to Water, Healthca...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations for sustainable projects in the areas of healthcare, water, and education. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Previous grantees have conducted projects within the follo...

GrantWatch ID#: 210775

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Enhance Adult Literacy

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations to enhance adult literacy. Funding is intended for the purchase of licenses and subscriptions to programs offering blended- and distance-learning solutions. The goal of the grant program is to improve the capa...

GrantWatch ID#: 210989
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