Grants starting at $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofits and government entities for collaborative projects that integrate arts, design, and culture into community development initiatives. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that promote systemic changes t...

Grant to a USA tribal government, tribal consortia, or state government to plan and implement a model foster family support center. Required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support the development of a program to provide support services in four to six local sites. The Center fo...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, public and private agencies, and IHEs for research related to reading and math outcomes for schools in the country's education system. Applicants must leave several weeks to complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to suppor...

Grants to USA and territories state education agencies for research studies that analyze and improve education. Applicants must leave several weeks to complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects in one of three data-use priority areas: infrastructure, education choice, or equity. Pro...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maine business owners ages 18 to 29 for commercialization and business development projects that will contribute to the State's economic growth. Funded projects are typically entrepreneurial, but research and economic development projects are also acceptable. Examples of projects include, but ...

Grants to Maine government agencies, special purpose districts, Tribal governments, and other organizations, such as private marinas and fish and game clubs, to enhance access to public recreational boating. A pre-application site inspection by Bureau staff must be completed before an application is submitted. The purp...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, city and county departments and agencies, and state and federal agencies that are working locally on projects related to active transportation, bicycling, and community development. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application Important chan...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for technology purchases. Funds may be used to purchase software, hardware, or services. Consideration will be given to proposals that will address specific issues, make improvements, and strengthen organizations. Given national IT needs of non-profit...

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 and in-kind grants of books to USA and territories PreK-12 teachers to help build their classroom libraries. Funding is intended to increase the accessibility of quality books to as many children as possible by bringing books into classroom libraries. These funds are provided to the individual teacher and not the...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International governmental units, agencies, organizations, fire departments, and fire brigades for a wide range of fire preparedness, prevention, and control efforts, including arson prevention, fire investigation, training and education programs related to fire prevention, and pre-fire planning....

Grants to Maine government agencies and school districts to acquire or develop public outdoor recreation facilities. Applicants must request a site visit before applying. Funding is intended to foster and maintain a legacy of high-quality recreation areas and facilities and to stimulate non-federal investments in the prote...

Grants to Greater Portland area, Maine nonprofits, public agencies, Indian tribal governments, and public schools for programs and projects in the areas of education, youth, arts and culture, health care, and alcohol and substance abuse rehabilitation. The fund supports specific projects and programs (rather than operating...

Grants ranging from $15,000 to $40,000 per year to USA, Canada, and International individuals for humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences research on aggression and violence. Funding is intended for projects with the potential to improve understanding of the manifestations, causes, and control of aggression and v...

Grants to Maine non-governmental organizations to promote the conservation of open spaces and wildlife. Applicants must both contact the appropriate sponsoring agency and submit an application summary prior to applying. Program categories include the conservation of fish and wildlife habitat, endangered species, conservati...

Grants ranging from $100 to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for programs that provide music education to children and youth. Organizations that take innovative approaches, operate with a low overhead, and demonstrate collaborative elements in their work are of particular interest. The Mockingbird Fou...

Grants of up to $60,000 and grants of up to $35,000 to USA nonprofits for oral health programs and the provision of assistance dogs. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submission of a full application. Funding is intended for programs that provide access to emergency and restorative dental care for individ...

Grants and in-kind grants to Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions for programs and projects that aim to increase access to, and the quality of, oral health care. The funding source most often awards grants to oral health programs that are established. If ...

Contracts for services to USA, Canada, and International marketing companies for programs that attract tourists from China to visit the State of Hawaii. Funding is intended for the creation and implementation of a comprehensive marketing approach and brand-management plan that will increase the number of Chinese visitors t...

Contracts for services to USA, Canada, and International marketing companies for programs that attract tourists from Korea to visit the State of Hawaii. Funding is intended for the creation and implementation of a comprehensive marketing approach and brand-management plan that will increase the number of Korean visitors to...

Contracts for services to USA, Canada, and International marketing companies for programs that attract tourists from Southeast Asia to visit the State of Hawaii. Funding is intended for the creation and implementation of a comprehensive marketing approach and brand-management plan that will increase the number of visitors ...

Contracts for services to USA, Canada, and International marketing companies for programs that attract tourists from Taiwan to visit the State of Hawaii. Funding is intended for the creation and implementation of a comprehensive marketing approach and brand-management plan that will increase the number of Taiwanese visitor...

Grants ranging from $15,000 to $25,000 to USA and Puerto Rico EMS agencies, law enforcement agencies, public safety organizations, and nonprofits in eligible areas to improve emergency response capacity. Funding may be used for the purchase of life-saving equipment, support of military, disaster relief, scholarships and co...

Grants starting at $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and consumer cooperatives to provide capital funding and rental subsidies to develop and operate supportive housing for low-income elderly populations (ages 62 and older). Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The...

Grants totaling up to $20,000 to USA and Canada animal rescue and shelter organizations for educational programs, capital projects, and operational support. The grant program supports animals that benefit from the Funding Source's product line, including the following species: rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, ferrets, de...

Grants to Maine nonprofits, agencies, tribal governments, and faith-based organizations for basic human needs, animal welfare, healthcare, and public media. Occasional support will be provided to colleges, universities, and environmental organizations. Priority will be given to organizations located in, or serving resident...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to ensure the future of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riding. Funding is available to local, state, and national organizations working to preserve trail access and promote safe and responsible riding. Organizations can apply for either monetary gran...

Grants ranging from $500 to $3,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, public schools, and libraries to purchase books for a mobile lending library serving underserved children and youth. Funding may be used to purchase books that were published for youth, ages preschool through 8th grade. The bookmobile gr...

Grant of $1,000 to a USA K-12 teacher for curriculum development, classroom supplies, or educational projects. Funding is intended for projects and supplies that will positively impact student learning. The winning teacher will also receive access to online classroom materials and teacher resources.

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 to USA nonprofits, schools, and public agencies to design and construct public skateparks in low-income areas. Funding is intended to promote active, healthy lifestyles by establishing free, public skateparks in areas that do not already have skateboarding facilities. Applicants that d...

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 of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects or programs for the equipment needs, education, and training of first responders. Funding is intended for direct program expenses. Each organization may apply for funding once per calendar year.

Grants typically ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 to Maine nonprofit theaters and theater groups to enhance theater presentation throughout the State. Funding is intended to support both community and professional theater organizations with live theater production and presentation. Funds will be awarded for programmatic, cap...

Grants of $500 to USA K-12 teachers and principals for classroom technology supplies, software, or hardware. Eligible purchases may include, but are not limited, to: tablets, computers, software, green screens, 3D printers, and hi-tech biology supplies. Proposals must address this quarter's theme of media usage in the clas...

Grants of $15,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, municipal agencies, and schools to purchase playground equipment to be used for the construction or renovation of a playground. Funding is intended to serve children from low-income families by creating safe play spaces for local communities, including the replacement of un...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and tribal organizations for programs to assist individuals with paralysis, their caregivers, and families. Funding is intended for services and projects that include transportation, disaster response, employment, nursing home transition, respite, and caregiving. Th...

In-kind grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, agencies, schools, and churches to build soccer fields in underserved communities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to help cover the costs associated with lighting, irrigation, construction,...

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 prior to applying. Funding is intended to improve access to music instruction and to give children gre...

In-kind donations of up to 20 computers to USA nonprofit organizations to expand their capacity to address the needs of underserved populations. Donations are intended to help organizations improve their ability to provide services such as education, job training, technology training, and health care. An InterConnectio...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to meet the needs of communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for community development, human services, education, cultural affairs and diversity, and health. The funding source currently operates or has a business interest i...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 to Maine nonprofits, local governments, and state agencies to promote the preservation of and access to significant historical records. Funding is intended to support works related to extraordinary collections of statewide significance, as well as projects demonstrating strong collabora...

Grants ranging from $2,000 to $5,000, and grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000, to Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire nonprofit organizations to promote economic development in the funding source's service area. In addition, creative programs in the areas of education, arts and culture, health and wellness, ...

Grants of up to $7,500 to Greater Portland Area, Maine nonprofit organizations, public schools, government agencies, and tribal governments to promote the positive development of children and youth. Programs must support young children (ages birth to 8) or provide opportunities for youth leadership. The directors recog...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations providing emergency shelter to domestic violence victims to offer on-premise pet housing. Funding is intended to support building and supply purchases for co-sheltering projects throughout the country, with priority given to applicants from Maine, Hawaii, Mississi...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit domestic violence shelters to collaborate with local animal welfare organizations to build housing for pets belonging to shelter beneficiaries. Funding is available to build housing at the animal shelter facility which can be specifically reserved for animals whose owners are stayin...

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International teachers to enhance classroom excellence, innovation, and activities related to STEAM fields. Funding is intended for materials, supplies, field trips, and resources to enhance the delivery of STEAM courses. NSHSS strives to provide resources to assist teachers in thei...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, individuals, groups, and organizations for activities that support women’s barbershop vocal music education and performances. Funding is intended for programs such as education workshops or seminars, music festivals, or other music education events. While young women a...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations to enhance the quality of life in communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Applicants must submit an initial inquiry prior to submitting a full proposal. Funds may be requested for general operating support, projects and programs, and capital su...

In-kind grants valued up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and public agencies for capital improvements that will enhance the public health of local communities. The primary goal is to provide funding and volunteer opportunities to support the renovation, retrofitting, refurbishment, accessibility modifications, and...

In-kind donations to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and local government agencies that are interested in receiving surplus property no longer needed by the federal government. This program distributes property of all types, with the exception of federal government records, certain naval vessels, and land and o...