Funding opportunities directory

Browse a curated directory of grants, scholarships, and benefits organized by funding type.

587 opportunities documented Updated Oct 30, 2025
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Child and Adult Care Food Program

USDA reimbursements that help child care centers, family day homes, and adult day care programs serve nutritious meals.

Type: Grant Amount: Reimbursement rates vary by meal type, participant category, and location Deadline: Rolling enrollment via state agencies Location: United States

Child and Dependent Care Credit (2024 Tax Year)

Federal income tax credit for a percentage of work-related childcare or dependent care expenses.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 35% of $3,000 in expenses for one qualifying person or $6,000 for two or more (maximum credit $2,100) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

DoD MyCAA Scholarship

Department of Defense tuition assistance providing up to $4,000 for eligible military spouses pursuing licenses, certificates, or associate degrees.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $4,000 lifetime cap with $2,000 annual limit Deadline: Rolling Location: United States and Overseas Military Installations

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

Campus-based federal grant that helps undergraduates with exceptional financial need pay for college expenses.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $4,000 per year depending on financial need and institutional funding Deadline: Institution-specific (apply via FAFSA each year) Location: United States

FHA Basic Home Mortgage (Section 203(b))

Federal Housing Administration mortgage insurance for buyers of one- to four-unit homes with low down payments.

Type: Loan Amount: Mortgage amounts follow FHA county loan limits; down payments as low as 3.5% Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Head Start and Early Head Start

Comprehensive early childhood programs that provide education, health, nutrition, and family support services for low-income pregnant people, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Type: Benefit Amount: No-cost comprehensive early childhood education and wraparound family services Deadline: Rolling enrollment; selection prioritized based on need Location: United States

HRSA Nurse Corps Scholarship Program

Scholarship covering nursing school tuition, fees, and a monthly stipend in exchange for service at a critical shortage facility.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition, required fees, and monthly stipend (approximately $1,600+) plus books and supplies Deadline: Typically May each year; check HRSA for current cycle Location: United States

HUD Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program

Savings and coaching program that helps Housing Choice Voucher, public housing, and project-based voucher families build assets and increase income.

Type: Benefit Amount: Escrow savings based on rent increases plus access to supportive services Deadline: Open enrollment where local public housing agencies offer FSS Location: United States

Lifetime Learning Credit (2024 Tax Year)

Federal income tax credit for qualified tuition and related expenses for undergraduate, graduate, and professional development courses.

Type: Benefit Amount: 20% of up to $10,000 in qualified expenses per return (maximum $2,000 credit) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

National School Lunch Program (Free and Reduced-Price Meals)

USDA nutrition assistance that provides free or reduced-price school meals to eligible K-12 students.

Type: Benefit Amount: Free or reduced-price lunches (and often breakfasts) during the academic year Deadline: Varies by school district; applications typically accepted year-round Location: United States

New Clean Vehicle Tax Credit

Federal tax credit for eligible purchases of new plug-in electric or fuel cell vehicles placed in service in 2024 or later.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $7,500, split between battery capacity and critical mineral components Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

SBA Community Advantage Small Business Loan

Mission-driven SBA 7(a) loan program offering affordable financing to underserved small businesses through community lenders.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to $350,000 with SBA guaranty up to 85% Deadline: Rolling applications through participating Community Advantage lenders Location: United States

Section 184 Indian Home Loan Guarantee

HUD-guaranteed mortgages designed for American Indian and Alaska Native borrowers to purchase, build, or rehabilitate homes.

Type: Loan Amount: Loan amounts follow FHA limits with 2.25% upfront guarantee fee and low down payment requirements Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

HUD capital advances and rental assistance for nonprofits building and operating affordable housing with services for very low-income older adults.

Type: Benefit Amount: Capital advances cover development costs; residents pay 30% of income for rent Deadline: Annual NOFO release Location: United States

Social Security Retirement Insurance Benefits

Monthly Social Security retirement payments based on your lifetime earnings record once you claim at or after age 62.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average $1,916 per month in 2024; maximum up to $4,873 for someone claiming at age 70 Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Social Security Spousal Benefits

Monthly Social Security payments for a current or former spouse based on a worker’s retirement record.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 50% of the worker's primary insurance amount at the spouse's full retirement age Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Social Security Survivor Benefits

Monthly Social Security payments for eligible widows, widowers, children, and dependent parents of a deceased worker.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 100% of the deceased worker's primary insurance amount, subject to family maximums Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Student Loan Interest Deduction (2024 Tax Year)

Above-the-line federal tax deduction for up to $2,500 of qualified student loan interest paid during the year.

Type: Benefit Amount: Deduct up to $2,500 of interest, reducing taxable income Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

Summer EBT (SUN Bucks)

Summer grocery benefit providing $120 per eligible child to help families replace school meals during vacation months.

Type: Benefit Amount: $120 per eligible child for Summer 2025 (via EBT card or existing SNAP card) Deadline: State-specific enrollment periods; many use automatic certification Location: United States

USDA FSA Direct Farm Operating Loan

Low-interest financing from USDA Farm Service Agency to cover operating expenses, equipment, and livestock purchases for family farms.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to $400,000 per borrower with rates tied to the government cost of funds Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

USDA FSA Microloan

Streamlined Farm Service Agency financing up to $50,000 for small, beginning, and niche farm enterprises.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to $50,000 with simplified paperwork Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

USDA FSA Youth Loan

Financing up to $5,000 for youth ages 10–20 to start or expand agricultural projects with guidance from advisors.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to $5,000 per eligible youth project Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

USDA Rural Business Development Grant

Competitive USDA Rural Development grant supporting technical assistance, training, and infrastructure for small rural businesses.

Type: Grant Amount: Varies by state; opportunity grants often $10,000–$500,000, enterprise grants up to $2,000,000 Deadline: Varies by state office Location: United States

Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit

Nonrefundable federal tax credit for qualified purchases of previously owned plug-in electric or fuel cell vehicles.

Type: Benefit Amount: 30% of sale price up to $4,000 Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

VA Veterans Pension and Aid & Attendance

Needs-based monthly payment for wartime veterans and survivors with limited income, including Aid & Attendance and Housebound supplements.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to the Maximum Annual Pension Rate (MAPR); Aid & Attendance boosts MAPR by $5,000+ depending on household Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

ACLS Fellowship Program

Flagship ACLS program that funds six to twelve months of full-time research and writing for humanities and interpretive social science scholars.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $60,000 (prorated $5,000/month; minimum $30,000) Deadline: Sep 25, 2025 Location: United States

ADB Technology Innovation Challenge 2025

Invites startups and scale-ups to pilot frontier technologies that solve development challenges in Asia and the Pacific.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $500,000 per challenge track Deadline: May 31, 2025 Location: Asia-Pacific

Adoption Tax Credit

Nonrefundable federal credit that reimburses qualified adoption expenses and certain adoption fees.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $16,810 per eligible child for tax year 2024 Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

AfDB Youth Agripreneurship Investment Program

Provides blended finance and technical assistance for African agrifood ventures led by youth.

Type: Loan Amount: USD $1,000,000 blended facility Deadline: Nov 14, 2025 Location: Africa

Affordable Connectivity Program

Federal broadband subsidy that discounts internet service and devices for eligible low-income households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $30 monthly internet discount ($75 on Tribal lands) plus one-time device stipend up to $100 Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

African Development Fund Climate Resilience Window

Delivers concessional resources to low-income African countries for climate adaptation infrastructure and livelihoods.

Type: Grant Amount: Project envelopes USD $5 million–$30 million Deadline: Apr 30, 2025 Location: Africa

African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence

Honours outstanding African scientists and researchers with continental and regional prizes that advance science, technology, and innovation.

Type: Award Amount: Up to USD $100,000 for continental laureates and USD $20,000 for regional laureates Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Africa

Aga Khan Foundation Civil Society Strengthening

Supports locally led organizations delivering resilient livelihoods, education, and health outcomes across AKDN geographies.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $100,000–$1,500,000 Deadline: May 2, 2025 Location: East Africa, Central Asia, South Asia and Middle East

Alabama CollegeCounts Scholarship

Need-based scholarship for Alabama high school seniors with tactics to maximize awards and stack with other aid.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $4,000 over four years for four-year colleges; $2,000 over two years for two-year colleges Location: United States - Alabama

Alabama Homestead Exemption and Property Tax Relief

Reduces ad valorem property taxes on a primary residence in Alabama, with enhanced exemptions for seniors, people with disabilities, and veterans.

Type: Benefit Amount: Basic exemption removes up to $4,000 in assessed value from state tax; special exemptions can eliminate all taxes on the homestead Deadline: File at the county tax assessor’s office by December 31 Location: Alabama

Alabama Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Provides seasonal heating and cooling assistance, crisis aid, and weatherization referrals for low-income households across Alabama.

Type: Benefit Amount: Benefit amounts $200-$1,000 based on income, fuel type, and emergency status Deadline: Winter intake opens Dec 1; summer cooling opens June 1; applications accepted while funds last Location: Alabama

Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend

Annual dividend from Alaska's oil wealth fund for residents who meet the physical presence and eligibility rules.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies annually; $1,312 in 2023 with future payouts tied to fund performance Deadline: March 31 application window with mid-October payment Location: United States - Alaska

Alaska Senior Benefits Program

Provides monthly cash assistance to low-income Alaska seniors age 65 and older to help with food, heating, and medical costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: $76 to $250 per month depending on income tier Deadline: Rolling; apply any time, benefits begin the month after the Division of Public Assistance receives a complete application Location: Alaska

Alaska Senior Citizen and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Mandatory municipal property tax exemption on the first $150,000 of assessed value for qualifying seniors and disabled veterans in Alaska.

Type: Benefit Amount: Exempts up to $150,000 of assessed value; local governments may expand Deadline: Applications due to the local assessor by March 31 each year Location: Alaska

Amber Grant from WomensNet

Monthly grant program awarding capital to women-owned businesses, culminating in annual prizes for top recipients.

Type: Grant Amount: $10,000 monthly grant + $25,000 annual grant Deadline: Jan 31, 2025 Location: United States

American Indian Graduate Center Scholarship

Provides scholarships to Native American and Alaska Native graduate and undergraduate students.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $500 - $5,000 Deadline: Jun 1, 2026 Location: United States

American Opportunity Tax Credit

Partially refundable credit that helps cover qualified higher-education expenses for the first four years of postsecondary study.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $2,500 per eligible student (40% refundable, up to $1,000) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

AmeriCorps Segal Education Award

Education award and living stipend for completing an AmeriCorps service term, usable for tuition or student loans.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $7,395 per full-time term plus living stipend and benefits Deadline: varies by program Location: United States

APIA Scholarship

Supports Asian American and Pacific Islander students with financial need pursuing higher education.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $2,500 - $20,000 Deadline: Jan 15, 2026 Location: United States

ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher Award

Funds Australian early-career researchers to build independent research programs.

Type: Grant Amount: AUD $425,000 over 3 years Deadline: Mar 18, 2025 Location: Australia

Argentina FONARSEC Technological Innovation Grant

support Argentine R&D consortia advancing strategic technologies

Type: Grant Amount: Up to ARS 120,000,000 Deadline: Dec 15, 2025 Location: Argentina

Arizona Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Utility assistance grants for Arizona households to reduce energy bills, prevent shutoffs, and address cooling emergencies.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $3,000 per year including crisis benefits Deadline: Year-round; subject to funding availability Location: United States - Arizona

Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option

Freezes the full cash value of an Arizona primary residence for qualifying seniors so property taxes stay stable despite rising home values.

Type: Benefit Amount: Locks full cash value for three-year periods; savings depend on local tax rates Deadline: Apply to your county assessor between January 1 and September 1 for the following tax year Location: Arizona

Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship

Lottery-funded scholarship providing renewable awards to Arkansas residents pursuing college degrees in-state.

Type: Grant Amount: $1,000-$5,000 annually depending on class standing Deadline: July 1 application deadline for upcoming academic year Location: United States - Arkansas

Arkansas Homestead Property Tax Credit

State-funded property tax credit that reduces school district taxes on Arkansas homeowners’ primary residences.

Type: Benefit Amount: $425 annual credit applied to the school property tax portion of a homestead Deadline: Apply with your county assessor by October 15 to receive the credit on the next tax bill Location: Arkansas

Arkansas Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Helps low-income Arkansas households pay heating and cooling bills through seasonal grants, crisis aid, and weatherization support.

Type: Benefit Amount: $150–$1,500 per season depending on fuel type, household size, income, and crisis status Deadline: Regular assistance: typically January–April and July–September; crisis assistance available year-round while funds last Location: Arkansas

Armenia Renewable Energy Catalyst Fund

Blended finance package supporting Armenia's grid modernization and distributed renewables.

Type: Grant Amount: $2,500,000 Deadline: Dec 15, 2025 Location: Armenia

Artadia Award

Unrestricted cash awards and career support for visual artists in select U.S. cities.

Type: Grant Amount: $15,000 unrestricted grant plus ongoing professional development and network access Deadline: Mar 1, 2025 Location: United States

Austin Energy Customer Assistance Program (CAP)

Provides monthly utility bill discounts, fee waivers, and energy efficiency upgrades for income-eligible Austin residents.

Type: Benefit Amount: $25-$120 monthly electric discount plus water, wastewater, drainage, and solid waste fee reductions Deadline: Apply anytime; annual recertification Location: Texas and Austin

Australia CSIRO Kick-Start and SME Connect

co-fund Australian start-ups engaging CSIRO researchers

Type: Grant Amount: AUD 50,000 to AUD 100,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Australia

Australia Export Market Development Grant

Cost-sharing assistance that reimburses Australian exporters for eligible marketing and promotional expenses in new overseas markets.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to AUD $150,000 per tier across three funding tiers Deadline: Aug 30, 2025 Location: Australia

Austria AWS Creative Industries Impulse

finance Austrian creative industry labs and digital pilots

Type: Grant Amount: Up to EUR 50,000 Deadline: Nov 4, 2025 Location: Austria

Austria FFG BRIDGE Program

Supports collaborative research between companies and academic partners in Austria.

Type: Grant Amount: EUR €1,000,000 project grant Deadline: Sep 29, 2025 Location: Austria

AWS Educate Cloud Career Pathways

Free AWS Educate membership that provides self-paced cloud and AI training, hands-on labs, digital badges, and a job board connecting learners to entry-level tech roles.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Free training and career resources Deadline: Ongoing Location: Global

Bangladesh iDEA Project Innovation Grant

provide pre-seed capital to Bangladeshi tech start-ups

Type: Grant Amount: BDT 10,000,000 Deadline: Sep 30, 2025 Location: Bangladesh

Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships

Prestigious Canadian postdoctoral fellowships supporting top-tier researchers in health, natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, and humanities.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $70,000 per year for two years Deadline: Sep 17, 2024 Location: Canada

Barbados Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Facility

Infrastructure grants blending technical assistance and capital for resilient transport, water, and energy systems in Barbados.

Type: Grant Amount: $10,000,000 Deadline: Sep 1, 2025 Location: Barbados and Caribbean

Barry Goldwater Scholarship

Federal scholarship providing up to $7,500 per year to U.S. sophomores and juniors preparing for research careers in the natural sciences, engineering, or mathematics.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Up to $7,500 per year Deadline: Jan 26, 2025 Location: United States

Belgium VLAIO ICON Collaborative R&D

fund Flemish industry-academia consortia for applied research

Type: Grant Amount: EUR 2,000,000+ Deadline: Oct 1, 2025 Location: Belgium

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

U.S. Department of State program offering up to $5,000 in study abroad funding—with an extra $3,000 for critical languages—for Pell Grant undergraduates pursuing international programs in eligible destinations.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Up to $5,000 (plus $3,000 critical language supplement) Deadline: Mar 4, 2025 Location: Global

Bhutan RAPID Entrepreneurship Support

catalyze Bhutanese MSMEs with blended finance and advisory

Type: Grant Amount: BTN 5,000,000 Deadline: Aug 29, 2025 Location: Bhutan

BIRD Foundation Bilateral R&D Grants

Funds joint industrial R&D projects between U.S. and Israeli companies developing innovative products for global markets.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $1,500,000 per project Deadline: Sep 9, 2025 Location: Israel and United States

Black Girl Ventures Pitch Competition

Community-driven pitch competitions providing capital, coaching, and visibility for Black and Brown women founders.

Type: Grant Amount: $10,000 average crowdfunded capital + in-kind support Deadline: Mar 15, 2025 Location: United States

Bolivia Fundación Emprender Innovation Accelerator

support Bolivian ventures with acceleration and seed capital

Type: Accelerator Amount: USD 40,000 in seed support Deadline: Jul 15, 2025 Location: Bolivia

Botswana LEA Enterprise Accelerator Grant

support Botswana entrepreneurs scaling manufacturing and agri-processing

Type: Grant Amount: BWP 750,000 Deadline: Sep 19, 2025 Location: Botswana

Bpifrance Aide pour l'Innovation

Finances feasibility and development studies for French SMEs pursuing innovation.

Type: Grant Amount: €50,000 - €3 million Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: France

Brazil FINEP Startup Grant

Offers non-dilutive funding for Brazilian technology startups advancing national innovation priorities.

Type: Grant Amount: BRL R$1,500,000 matching grant Deadline: Oct 17, 2025 Location: Brazil

Bulgaria Fund of Funds Innovation Support

deliver EU-backed financing for Bulgarian innovators and SMEs

Type: Grant Amount: EUR 200,000 to EUR 500,000 Deadline: Oct 31, 2025 Location: Bulgaria

Business Finland Smart Energy Grant

Funds Finnish companies developing smart energy solutions with global scaling potential.

Type: Grant Amount: EUR €2,000,000 project grant Deadline: Oct 31, 2025 Location: Finland

Business Finland Young Innovative Company Funding

Growth financing combining grants and loans to help Finnish startups scale internationally within 3-5 years of founding.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to EUR €1.25 million in phased grants and loans Deadline: Dec 15, 2025 Location: Finland

Cal Grant Program

California's financial aid program helps students pay for college. Cal Grants do not have to be paid back. Multiple grant types available.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $12,630 Deadline: Mar 2, 2026 Location: United States - California

CalFresh (California SNAP)

Monthly food assistance for low-income Californians with emphasis on work supports and nutrition education.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average $291 per person/month in FY 2024 Location: United States - California

California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Discount

Reduces electric and natural gas bills for eligible households served by investor-owned utilities in California.

Type: Benefit Amount: At least 30% off electricity and 20% off natural gas usage charges; higher discounts for high-energy-burden households Deadline: Apply anytime; recertify every 2 years (4 years for seniors and permanently disabled customers) Location: California

California CalWORKs

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) provides cash aid and services to eligible families with children.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,000+ monthly depending on family size Deadline: Rolling Location: United States - California

California Earned Income Tax Credit and Young Child Tax Credit

Refundable state tax credits that boost refunds for low-income California workers and families with young children.

Type: Benefit Amount: CalEITC up to $3,529; Young Child Tax Credit up to $1,117 Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: California

California Home Energy Rebates

State-administered Inflation Reduction Act rebates that help California households cut energy use through efficiency and electrification upgrades.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $14,000 combined between HOMES performance rebates and High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebates Deadline: Applications expected to open statewide in 2025 with reservations available as funding is released Location: California

California LifeLine Telephone Service Program

Statewide discount on home and mobile phone service for eligible low-income households in California.

Type: Benefit Amount: $7.25 monthly federal Lifeline discount plus $14.85 state supplement; additional connection and service discounts Deadline: Apply within 30 days of receiving your California LifeLine application form Location: California

California Middle Class Scholarship

State-funded tuition relief for middle-income undergraduates at the University of California and California State University systems.

Type: Grant Amount: Covers up to 40% of systemwide tuition and mandatory fees after other aid Deadline: March 2 FAFSA/CADAA priority; rolling updates through summer Location: United States - California

California Paid Family Leave

Provides partial wage replacement so California workers can take time off to bond, care, or respond to military events.

Type: Benefit Amount: 60–70% wage replacement up to $1,620 weekly for 8 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file within 41 days of starting leave Location: California

California Property Tax Postponement Program

Allows eligible seniors, blind, and disabled homeowners to defer current-year property taxes, with the state paying taxes in exchange for a low-interest lien.

Type: Benefit Amount: Defers up to 100% of current-year property taxes on a principal residence Deadline: Applications accepted October 1 to February 10 each tax year Location: California

California State Disability Insurance

Provides partial wage replacement to California workers unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy.

Type: Benefit Amount: 60–70% wage replacement up to $1,620 weekly for up to 52 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file within 49 days of disability start Location: California

Cambodia Khmer Enterprise Catalyst Grant

accelerate Cambodian MSMEs through grants and export coaching

Type: Grant Amount: USD 80,000 Deadline: Aug 9, 2025 Location: Cambodia

Canada Child Benefit

Tax-free monthly payment from the Government of Canada to help eligible families cover the cost of raising children under age 18.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to CAD $7,437 per child under 6 and $6,275 per child aged 6–17 (2024-25 rates) Deadline: Apply anytime Location: Canada

Canada GST/HST Credit

Quarterly tax-free payments to help low- and modest-income Canadians offset the goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax they pay.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to CAD $519 for singles, $680 for married/common-law couples, plus $179 per child (2024-25) Deadline: File annual tax return Location: Canada

Canada NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)

Advisory services and non-repayable contributions helping Canadian SMEs develop and commercialize innovative technologies.

Type: Grant Amount: Typically $50K–$500K+ in non-repayable funding depending on project scope Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Canada

Canada SR&ED Tax Incentive Program

Federal tax credits supporting Canadian businesses that conduct scientific research and experimental development.

Type: Grant Amount: Refundable and non-refundable tax credits up to 35% of eligible expenditures for Canadian-controlled private corporations Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Canada

Canada Strategic Innovation Fund Stream 1

Funds large-scale R&D and commercialization projects that strengthen Canada's innovation ecosystems.

Type: Grant Amount: CAD $10,000,000+ repayable and non-repayable Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 Location: Canada

Caribbean Digital Health Sandboxes

Regulatory sandbox and grant program advancing privacy-first digital health solutions for Caribbean nations.

Type: Accelerator Amount: USD $500,000 per venture in grants and sandbox services Deadline: Jun 30, 2025 Location: Caribbean

Cartier Women's Initiative Awards

Provides financial and human capital support to women impact entrepreneurs across the globe.

Type: Grant Amount: $60,000 - $100,000 Deadline: Oct 2, 2025 Location: Global

CBE JU Innovation Action

Supports flagship biorefineries and innovation actions advancing sustainable bio-based industries in Europe.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €20,000,000 Deadline: Sep 18, 2025 Location: Europe

CDTI NEOTEC Technology Startup Grant

Supports Spanish deep-tech startups commercializing intensive R&D outcomes.

Type: Grant Amount: €325,000 - €400,000 Deadline: Jul 8, 2025 Location: Spain

Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood

Provides states with funding to help current and former foster youth achieve self-sufficiency through education, employment, financial literacy, housing assistance, and support services.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by state; up to $5,000 per year for Education and Training Vouchers Deadline: Jul 1, 2025 Location: United States

Chevening Scholarship

UK government global scholarship program offering future leaders the opportunity to pursue one-year master's degrees in the UK.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition, monthly stipend, travel, arrival allowance Deadline: Nov 4, 2025 Location: Global

Chicago Utility Billing Relief (UBR) Program

Provides debt forgiveness and ongoing water, sewer, and garbage bill discounts for eligible Chicago households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Forgives 100% of past-due water/sewer/garbage debt after 12 on-time payments; current bills reduced by up to 50% Deadline: Apply anytime; re-evaluation annually Location: Illinois and Chicago

Child and Dependent Care Credit

Nonrefundable tax credit that offsets work-related child or dependent care expenses for eligible households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $3,000 of expenses for one qualifying person or $6,000 for two or more, multiplied by a 20%–35% credit rate Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS)

Federal program that supports campus-based child care services for low-income student parents in higher education.

Type: Grant Amount: Varies by institution; grants fund subsidized child care slots and support services Deadline: varies Location: United States

Child Care and Development Fund Subsidy

Helps low- and moderate-income families pay for child care so parents can work, train, or attend school.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies; typically covers 50%–100% of approved child care costs with sliding co-pays Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Child Tax Credit

The Child Tax Credit (CTC) reduces federal income tax for eligible families and can provide a refundable Additional Child Tax Credit.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $2,000 per qualifying child under age 17 (up to $1,600 refundable for 2024 returns) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

Provides low-cost or free health coverage to eligible children and pregnant women whose families earn too much to qualify for Medicaid but cannot afford private insurance.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by state; covers comprehensive health benefits Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Chile Copper Circularity Challenge

Innovation grants for Chilean mining regions to deploy circular economy solutions across the copper value chain.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to CLP $1,800,000,000 per consortium Deadline: Aug 11, 2025 Location: Chile

Chile Start-Up Chile Seed Grant

offer equity-free funding and visa support for global founders in Chile

Type: Grant Amount: CLP 40,000,000 Deadline: Jul 31, 2025 Location: Chile

China Torch High-Tech Industrial Development Program

Supports commercialization of high-tech innovations within China's national Torch Program zones.

Type: Grant Amount: CNY ¥5,000,000 matching support Deadline: Sep 15, 2025 Location: China

Clean Development Mechanism Transition Support

Helps project developers convert CDM assets into Article 6 compliant carbon crediting systems.

Type: Grant Amount: Technical assistance packages valued at USD $150,000–$500,000 Deadline: May 15, 2025 Location: Global South

Clinical Trials Incentive Program

Helps Israeli life sciences companies finance clinical trial activities for innovative medical technologies and therapeutics.

Type: Grant Amount: 30% - 50% of approved clinical trial costs Deadline: Mar 24, 2025 Location: Israel

Cobell Scholarship

Merit-based scholarship supporting Native American and Alaska Native students with demonstrated academic achievement and community commitment.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $5,000 to $12,500 per academic year Deadline: Mar 31, 2025 Location: United States

COBRA Continuation Coverage

Allows eligible employees and their dependents to continue employer-sponsored health coverage after qualifying life events.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies; participants pay full premium plus up to 2% administrative fee Deadline: Generally 60 days to elect coverage after notice Location: United States

Coca-Cola Scholars Program

National merit scholarship recognizing 150 graduating U.S. high school seniors each year with $20,000 awards and a lifelong leadership development community.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $20,000 Deadline: Sep 30, 2025 Location: United States

Colombia Minciencias Frontier Research Fund

invest in Colombian frontier science consortia

Type: Grant Amount: COP 6,000,000,000 Deadline: Nov 12, 2025 Location: Colombia

Colorado CHFA Down Payment Assistance

Forgivable second mortgage and grant options from the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority to help first-time and repeat buyers cover down payments and closing costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 3% grant or 4% second mortgage ($25,000 maximum) Deadline: Rolling; tied to first mortgage reservation Location: United States - Colorado

Colorado Earned Income and Child Tax Credits

Refundable state credits that mirror and enhance the federal EITC and Child Tax Credit for Colorado families.

Type: Benefit Amount: CO EITC up to 50% of federal credit; CO Child Tax Credit up to $1,200 per child Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: Colorado

Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI)

Provides paid family and medical leave benefits with wage replacement for Colorado workers.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 90% of pay capped at $1,280 for 12 weeks Deadline: Rolling; apply 30 days before leave when foreseeable Location: Colorado

Colorado Home Energy Rebates

Colorado Energy Office rebates funded by the Inflation Reduction Act to support efficiency and electrification upgrades.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $14,000 per home with bonus incentives for high savings Deadline: Statewide launch expected in 2025 with reservations required before installation Location: Colorado

Colorado Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)

Seasonal program that helps qualifying Colorado households pay winter heating costs and access emergency furnace repairs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average benefit $400–$1,000 per season plus emergency repair grants Deadline: November 1 through April 30 each heating season Location: United States - Colorado

Colorado Property Tax, Rent, and Heat Rebate (PTC)

Refund program that reimburses a portion of property tax, rent, and heating expenses for low-income Colorado residents.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,044 annually plus up to $344 for heat, with possible one-time boosts Deadline: Applications due June 10 each year (claims accepted retroactively for four years) Location: Colorado

Commonwealth Shared Scholarships

Supports students from eligible Commonwealth countries to pursue full-time master's study on selected courses at UK universities.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition, stipend, travel, warm clothing allowance Deadline: Dec 13, 2025 Location: Global

CONACYT Frontiers of Science Grant

Advances Mexican fundamental research across science, technology, and humanities.

Type: Grant Amount: MXN $5,000,000 Deadline: Sep 5, 2025 Location: Mexico

Connecticut Elderly and Totally Disabled Homeowners Tax Relief Program

State circuit breaker credit that reduces property taxes for eligible Connecticut homeowners who are elderly or totally disabled.

Type: Benefit Amount: Income-based property tax credit up to $1,250 for married couples or $1,000 for single applicants Deadline: May 15 annual filing deadline with the local assessor Location: Connecticut

Connecticut HUSKY Health

Comprehensive Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance coverage for Connecticut residents across HUSKY A, B, C, and D programs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Covers full medical, behavioral health, dental, and pharmacy benefits with minimal or no premiums Deadline: Year-round enrollment; renewals tied to annual eligibility reviews Location: United States - Connecticut

Connecticut Paid Leave

Offers wage replacement benefits for Connecticut workers who need time off for medical or family reasons.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 95% of weekly earnings capped at 60x minimum wage Deadline: Rolling; apply 30 days in advance when possible Location: Connecticut

CORFO Semilla Inicia Seed Grant

Accelerates Chilean startups with non-repayable seed funding and acceleration services.

Type: Grant Amount: CLP $25,000,000 Deadline: Aug 30, 2025 Location: Chile

Costa Rica PROCOMER Innovation Fund

help Costa Rican exporters adopt innovation and sustainability

Type: Grant Amount: USD 120,000 Deadline: Sep 5, 2025 Location: Costa Rica

Creative Capital Award

National arts award providing up to $50,000 in project funding and $50,000 in career development services for groundbreaking artists.

Type: Grant Amount: $50,000 project grant plus $50,000 in career services Deadline: Mar 4, 2025 Location: United States

Creative Europe MEDIA Slate Development

Supports European audiovisual production companies in developing a slate of feature films, animations, or creative documentaries.

Type: Grant Amount: €70,000 - €200,000 Deadline: Nov 5, 2025 Location: Europe

Creative Export Canada

Supports Canadian creative industries to export intellectual property through project funding and market expansion partnerships.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to CAD $2.5 million covering 75% of eligible project costs Deadline: Jun 26, 2025 Location: Canada

Croatia HAMAG-BICRO Proof of Concept

bridge Croatian lab innovations to market prototypes

Type: Grant Amount: EUR 200,000 Deadline: Oct 18, 2025 Location: Croatia

Czech TA CR GAMA Commercialization Grant

fund Czech research organizations to commercialize R&D

Type: Grant Amount: CZK 5,000,000 Deadline: Nov 20, 2025 Location: Czech Republic

DAAD Helmholtz Visiting Researcher Grant

Finances international researchers to collaborate with Helmholtz Centres in Germany.

Type: Grant Amount: €2,670 monthly stipend plus travel Deadline: Oct 31, 2025 Location: Germany and International

Davidson Fellows Scholarship

Awards $50,000, $25,000, and $10,000 scholarships to students 18 or younger who have completed significant projects.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $10,000 - $50,000 Deadline: Feb 12, 2025 Location: United States

Delaware Senior School Property Tax Relief

State subsidy that reimburses part of Delaware school property taxes for eligible seniors and disabled residents.

Type: Benefit Amount: Credits up to 50% of school property taxes, capped at $500 per year Deadline: Apply through your county assessment office by April 30 for relief on the upcoming tax bill Location: Delaware

Dell Scholars Program

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation program that combines a $20,000 last-dollar scholarship with intensive advising, career coaching, technology, and wellness support for 500 Pell-eligible seniors every year.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $20,000 plus technology, credits, and wraparound services Deadline: Feb 15, 2026 Location: United States

Denmark Innovation Fund InnoBooster

help Danish SMEs and startups turn ideas into solutions

Type: Grant Amount: DKK 5,000,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Denmark

Digital Europe Programme Cloud, Data and AI

Funds large-scale deployment of cloud-to-edge infrastructure, data spaces, and AI testing facilities across Europe.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €30,000,000 Deadline: Dec 14, 2025 Location: Europe

District of Columbia Paid Family Leave

Provides paid parental, family, medical, and prenatal leave benefits for eligible DC workers.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,118 per week for up to 12 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file within 30 days of leave start Location: District of Columbia

District of Columbia Schedule H: Individual Income Tax Credit for Homeowners and Renters

Refundable credit that reimburses a portion of property taxes or rent paid by low- and moderate-income District residents through the individual income tax return.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,250 for homeowners and $1,000 for renters, phased by income Deadline: File Form D-40 with Schedule H by April 15 (automatic six-month extension available) Location: District of Columbia

DoD National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship

Highly competitive Department of Defense fellowship providing full tuition and stipend support for U.S. doctoral students in STEM fields critical to national security.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition & fees + $40,800 annual stipend + $5,000 travel budget for up to 3 years Deadline: Oct 31, 2024 Location: United States

DonorsChoose Classroom Project Grants

Crowdfunding platform that helps K–12 public school teachers secure classroom resources, technology, and field trips.

Type: Grant Amount: Varies; average project $700 funded within 30 days Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: United States

DST Technology Development Fund

Supports Indian startups translating lab innovations into market-ready products.

Type: Grant Amount: ₹10,000,000 matching grant Deadline: Jan 20, 2025 Location: India

Earned Income Tax Credit

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable federal tax credit for low- and moderate-income workers and families.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $7,830 for tax year 2024 (families with three or more qualifying children) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

East Africa Resilient Transport Facility

Concessional loan and grant facility for climate-resilient transport corridors across East Africa.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to USD $40,000,000 per corridor package Deadline: Dec 5, 2025 Location: East Africa

Egypt Desert Ag-Tech Lab

Acceleration lab for agri-tech ventures optimising desert agriculture and water efficiency in Egypt.

Type: Accelerator Amount: EGP £12,000,000 in grants and venture services Deadline: May 19, 2025 Location: Egypt

Egypt ITIDA Technology Innovation Grant

boost Egyptian ICT companies building exportable solutions

Type: Grant Amount: EGP 2,000,000 Deadline: Sep 25, 2025 Location: Egypt

EIB Global Gateway Innovation Financing

Offers blended finance for large-scale innovation infrastructure supporting EU Global Gateway objectives.

Type: Loan Amount: EUR €20 million–€200 million per project Deadline: Oct 10, 2025 Location: Europe, Africa and Indo-Pacific

EIB InnovFin Energy Demonstration Projects

Provides risk-sharing loans for first-of-a-kind energy projects in the EU.

Type: Loan Amount: EUR €75,000,000 project financing Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: European Union

Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship

Awards 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $4,000 to $50,000 to high school seniors based on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $4,000 - $50,000 over 4 years Deadline: Nov 5, 2025 Location: United States

Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit

Federal income tax credit covering a portion of qualified energy-efficiency improvements and residential energy property costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: 30% of eligible expenses up to annual limits ($1,200 general cap plus $2,000 for heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, or biomass stoves/boilers) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

Enterprise Singapore Enterprise Development Grant

Helps Singapore companies upgrade capabilities, innovate, and venture overseas.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to 70% project cost support Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Singapore

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarships

Funding for high-achieving students worldwide to pursue joint master's degrees delivered by international consortia of European universities.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition, travel, monthly stipend Deadline: Jan 15, 2025 Location: Global

Erasmus+ Innovation Alliances 2025

Finances cross-border partnerships between higher education and industry to modernize skills and co-create curricula.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to EUR €1,400,000 for three-year alliances Deadline: Mar 7, 2025 Location: European Union and Erasmus+ Programme Countries

ESA Business Incubation Centre

Offers seed funding, technical support, and facilities for startups leveraging space technologies in ESA member states.

Type: Grant Amount: EUR €60,000 cash + in-kind support Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Europe

ESA Business Incubation Centres

Offers financial support, technical expertise, and business mentoring to startups exploiting space-based technologies or satellite data.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €60,000 Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Europe

Estonia Prototron Fund

fuel Estonian prototyping for early hardware and deep-tech ideas

Type: Grant Amount: EUR 35,000 plus services Deadline: Sep 22, 2025 Location: Estonia

Ethiopia Bluemoon Agritech Accelerator

accelerate Ethiopian agritech startups with seed funding

Type: Accelerator Amount: ETB 1,500,000 seed investment Deadline: Jul 18, 2025 Location: Ethiopia

EU AI for Public Interest Prize

European Union prize recognising AI solutions that advance public interest services and democratic participation.

Type: Prize Amount: €1,000,000 total prize purse across laureates Deadline: Sep 15, 2025 Location: European Union

EU Innovation Fund Small-Scale Projects

Supports small-scale clean tech projects that contribute to greenhouse gas emission reductions in energy-intensive industries.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €40,000,000 per project Deadline: Aug 5, 2025 Location: Europe

EU Regional Development Smart Specialisation Pilot

Supports European regions deploying smart specialisation strategies for green and digital transitions.

Type: Grant Amount: EUR €5,000,000–€15,000,000 per regional investment package Deadline: Feb 28, 2025 Location: European Union

EU4Health Joint Action Grants

Supports collaborative projects addressing EU health priorities, preparedness, and cross-border health threats.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €8,000,000 Deadline: Mar 13, 2025 Location: Europe

European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator

EU blended finance program supporting high-risk, high-impact innovation by startups and SMEs.

Type: Grant Amount: Grants up to €2.5M plus equity investments up to €15M Deadline: Oct 1, 2025 Location: Europe and Global

European Research Council Consolidator Grant

Funds excellent mid-career researchers consolidating their own research teams or programs in Europe.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €2,000,000 Deadline: Feb 12, 2025 Location: Europe

European Research Council Starting Grant

Supports excellent early-career researchers to establish their own independent research team in Europe.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €1,500,000 Deadline: Oct 15, 2025 Location: Europe

Eurostars Innovation Projects

Co-funding for collaborative R&D projects led by innovative SMEs to create marketable products, processes, or services.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €500,000 per project (varies by country) Deadline: Sep 4, 2025 Location: Europe

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Provides eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave (26 weeks for military caregiver leave) Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: United States

FAPESP Young Investigator Awards

Invests in early-career scientists establishing laboratories in São Paulo State, Brazil.

Type: Grant Amount: R$1,600,000+ over 4 years Deadline: Feb 28, 2025 Location: Brazil

Federal Pell Grant

Need-based grant for undergraduate students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree or certain post-baccalaureate programs.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $7,395 for the 2025-2026 award year Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 Location: United States

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

Campus-based federal grant providing additional need-based aid to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need.

Type: Grant Amount: $100 to $4,000 per year (2025-06-30 by school and need) Deadline: Jun 30, 2025 Location: United States

Federal Work-Study Program

Campus-based financial aid that provides part-time jobs for students with financial need.

Type: Benefit Amount: Award amounts vary; students earn at least federal minimum wage for hours worked up to the awarded amount Deadline: Varies by school Location: United States

FEMA Individuals and Households Program

FEMA's Individuals and Households Program provides grants and services that help uninsured or underinsured survivors cover housing, repairs, and other needs after a major disaster.

Type: Benefit Amount: Grant amounts vary by verified disaster losses Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: United States

FHA Home Loan Program

Makes homeownership more accessible for low-to-moderate income borrowers through lower down payment requirements and credit score flexibility.

Type: Benefit Amount: Loan guarantee (3.5% down payment) Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Fiji Climate-Resilient Tourism Fund

Grant fund supporting tourism operators in Fiji to implement climate adaptation, decarbonisation, and community resilience initiatives.

Type: Grant Amount: FJD $1,200,000 per operator or community partnership Deadline: Apr 28, 2025 Location: Fiji

Finland Arctic Circular Innovation Program

Grant program supporting circular economy and clean energy solutions for Arctic and sub-Arctic industries in Finland.

Type: Grant Amount: €3,500,000 per project Deadline: Nov 7, 2025 Location: Finland

Finland Sitra Circular Economy Program

fund Finnish pilots accelerating the circular economy

Type: Grant Amount: EUR 300,000 Deadline: Sep 30, 2025 Location: Finland

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship

Florida's scholarship program rewards students for their academic achievements during high school by providing funding for postsecondary education.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Varies (up to full tuition) Deadline: Aug 31, 2025 Location: United States - Florida

Florida Homestead Exemption

Property tax and assessment limits for Florida homeowners, including Save Our Homes protection and additional relief for seniors, veterans, and first responders.

Type: Benefit Amount: Base exemption up to $50,000; additional exemptions vary by county Deadline: File initial application (Form DR-501) with county property appraiser by March 1 Location: Florida

Florida KidCare Health Coverage

Subsidized health insurance marketplace for Florida children offering Medicaid, MediKids, Florida Healthy Kids, and Children’s Medical Services plans.

Type: Benefit Amount: Low-cost or free comprehensive health coverage for children age 0–18 Deadline: Enrollment open year-round Location: United States - Florida

France French Tech Tremplin Grant

support underrepresented founders entering the French tech ecosystem

Type: Grant Amount: EUR 45,000 plus stipend Deadline: May 12, 2025 Location: France

Free and Reduced-Price School Meals

Provides nutritious breakfasts and lunches at low or no cost for eligible K-12 students through the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Value varies; full-price meals waived or reduced to $0.40 for lunch and $0.30 for breakfast Deadline: annual application (varies by district) Location: United States

Fulbright U.S. Student Program

The Fulbright Program offers grants for individually designed study/research projects or for English Teaching Assistant Programs worldwide.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full funding including airfare, living stipend, health insurance Deadline: Oct 8, 2025 Location: Global

Fund for Teachers Fellowship

National grant enabling preK–12 educators to design self-directed professional learning experiences around the globe.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $5,000 for individuals; up to $10,000 for teams Deadline: Jan 30, 2025 Location: United States

Gates Cambridge Scholarship

Prestigious scholarship for outstanding applicants from outside the UK to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full cost of attendance plus discretionary funding Deadline: Dec 4, 2025 Location: Global

GEF Integrated Impact Program 2025

Finances systemic initiatives tackling biodiversity loss, climate change, and land degradation through integrated landscapes.

Type: Grant Amount: Indicative grants USD $10 million–$60 million Deadline: Sep 12, 2025 Location: Global

GEF Small Grants Programme

Funds community-based projects that conserve and restore the environment while enhancing people's well-being and livelihoods.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $50,000 Deadline: Apr 30, 2025 Location: Global

Georgia GITA Matching Grant Program

co-finance Georgian tech companies entering global markets

Type: Grant Amount: USD 150,000 Deadline: Jun 20, 2025 Location: Georgia

Georgia Homestead Exemptions

Statewide and local property tax exemptions for Georgia homeowners, including enhanced relief for seniors, veterans, and surviving spouses.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by exemption; state homestead exempts $2,000 of assessed value, while local senior exemptions can eliminate school taxes Deadline: File initial application with county tax assessor by April 1 of the tax year Location: Georgia

Georgia HOPE & Zell Miller Scholarships

Georgia lottery-funded scholarships covering tuition for eligible students at public colleges and providing support at eligible private institutions.

Type: Scholarship Amount: HOPE: percentage of standard tuition; Zell Miller: full standard tuition Deadline: Mar 15, 2025 Location: United States

Georgia HOPE Scholarship

Merit-based scholarship funded by the Georgia Lottery that helps Georgia residents pay tuition at eligible colleges within the state.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Covers a percentage of tuition (approx. 90% at public institutions) Deadline: Corresponds with FAFSA/GSFAPP deadlines; recommended by priority deadlines Location: United States - Georgia

Georgia Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Provides heating and cooling bill assistance, crisis support, and efficiency resources for eligible Georgia households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Heating benefit $310-$500; crisis aid up to $1,000 plus equipment repair Deadline: Heating season opens Nov 1 for seniors/disabled, Dec 1 for others; cooling season starts Apr 1 Location: Georgia

Germany High-Tech Gründerfonds

Provides seed financing and support for German high-tech startups across diverse sectors.

Type: Equity Amount: EUR €1,000,000 initial investment Deadline: Nov 30, 2025 Location: Germany

Ghana Technical Education Modernization Grants

Grants for Ghanaian technical universities and TVET centres upgrading advanced manufacturing and digital training facilities.

Type: Grant Amount: GHS ₵9,500,000 per institution Deadline: Jun 16, 2025 Location: Ghana

Global Innovation Fund Grants and Investments

Flexible risk capital for social innovations improving the lives of people living on less than $5 per day.

Type: Grant Amount: Funding from $50,000 grants to $15 million risk capital Deadline: May 15, 2025 Location: Global

Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance Accelerator

Acceleration platform that develops and launches climate finance instruments for emerging markets with tailored mentorship and investor connections.

Type: Accelerator Amount: Access to bespoke technical assistance, investor matchmaking, and endorsement to mobilize millions in climate finance Deadline: Dec 1, 2025 Location: Global and Emerging Markets

Global Open Education Innovation Fund

Global grant fund supporting organisations developing open educational resources, AI tutors, and inclusive digital learning tools.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $3,800,000 per project Deadline: Jun 18, 2025 Location: Global

Global Refugee Entrepreneurship Seed Fund

Seed grants and venture support for refugee-led startups scaling inclusive economic solutions across host communities.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $150,000 per enterprise Deadline: Jul 5, 2025 Location: Global

Google for Startups Black Founders Fund

Equity-free cash awards, Google Cloud credits, and mentorship for Black-led startups in the U.S. and selected regions.

Type: Grant Amount: $150,000 in non-dilutive funding plus $100,000 in Google Cloud credits Deadline: Jun 15, 2025 Location: United States, Canada, Latin America and Europe

Google.org Impact Challenge

Provides funding and Google volunteer support to nonprofits and social enterprises using technology to solve societal challenges.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $2,000,000 Deadline: Jul 10, 2025 Location: Global

Grand Challenges Explorations

Seed funding for bold, early-stage ideas with potential to improve health and development outcomes worldwide.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $100,000 (initial) with potential follow-on up to $1,000,000 Deadline: May 21, 2025 Location: Global

Greece EquiFund Research & Innovation Window

provide VC-backed financing for Greek spin-offs and startups

Type: Investment Amount: EUR 500,000 to EUR 2,000,000 Deadline: Sep 30, 2025 Location: Greece

Green Climate Fund Readiness Accelerator

Strengthens national designated authorities and direct access entities to unlock larger GCF investments.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to USD $3,000,000 per readiness portfolio Deadline: Aug 1, 2025 Location: Developing Countries

Guatemala CONCYT Innovation Stimulus

fund Guatemalan R&D for productive transformation

Type: Grant Amount: GTQ 900,000 Deadline: Aug 22, 2025 Location: Guatemala

Gulf Green Building Retrofit Subsidy Program

Subsidy program for Gulf Cooperation Council property owners undertaking deep energy retrofits and water efficiency upgrades.

Type: Subsidy Amount: Up to SAR ر.س 6,000,000 per building Deadline: Oct 20, 2025 Location: Gulf Cooperation Council

Harry S. Truman Scholarship

Premier graduate scholarship for college juniors planning to pursue careers in public service leadership.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $30,000 Deadline: Feb 4, 2025 Location: United States

Hawaii Temporary Disability Insurance

Provides partial wage replacement to Hawaii workers disabled by non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy.

Type: Benefit Amount: 58% of average weekly wage up to $765 for 26 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file within 90 days of disability Location: Hawaii

Head Start and Early Head Start

Comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support services for low-income children from birth to age five and pregnant women.

Type: Benefit Amount: Free comprehensive services Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: United States

Hertz Fellowship

Elite doctoral fellowship funding innovators in applied physical, biological, and engineering sciences with generous stipend, tuition support, and entrepreneurial mentorship.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $38,000 annual stipend + full tuition for up to 5 years Deadline: Oct 27, 2024 Location: United States

Himalayan Renewable Microgrid Grant

Grants supporting community-owned renewable microgrids across Himalayan border states in India and Nepal.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $3,200,000 per cluster Deadline: May 30, 2025 Location: India and Nepal

Hispanic Scholarship Fund

Nation's largest not-for-profit organization supporting Hispanic American higher education. Multiple scholarship opportunities.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $500 - $5,000 Deadline: Feb 15, 2025 Location: United States

Honolulu Real Property Tax Credit

City and County of Honolulu tax credit that caps property taxes for low-income homeowners relative to household income.

Type: Benefit Amount: Caps property tax at 3% of income for eligible households Deadline: Apply annually by July 1 prior to the tax year Location: Hawaii and Honolulu County

Horatio Alger National Scholarship

Flagship Horatio Alger Association award providing need-based scholarships to high-achieving seniors who overcame adversity.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $25,000 Deadline: Mar 15, 2025 Location: United States

Horizon Europe EIC Pathfinder Open

Funds visionary, high-risk research to develop radically new technologies in early stages of development.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €3,000,000 Deadline: Mar 12, 2025 Location: Europe

Horizon Europe EIC Transition

Supports the maturation and validation of novel technologies and business models developed under Pathfinder or ERC Proof of Concept projects.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €2,500,000 Deadline: Apr 23, 2025 Location: Europe

Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship

Supports postdoctoral researchers pursuing cross-border, interdisciplinary projects within the European Union.

Type: Fellowship Amount: €89,000+ stipend and mobility allowances Deadline: Sep 11, 2025 Location: European Union and International

Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)

Provides rent subsidies to help very low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford safe housing in the private market.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies; generally covers 30-40% of adjusted household income toward rent, paid directly to landlords as a monthly subsidy Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

HUD Good Neighbor Next Door

HUD initiative offering 50% discounts on select home listings for law enforcement officers, teachers, firefighters, and EMTs in revitalization areas.

Type: Benefit Amount: 50% discount on HUD-owned homes plus $100 down payment option Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

HUD Public Housing Program

Provides affordable rental housing in developments owned and managed by local Public Housing Agencies for eligible low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities.

Type: Benefit Amount: Tenant rent generally capped at 30% of adjusted monthly income Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Humanitarian Innovation Fund

Funds organizations developing, testing, and scaling innovative solutions to improve humanitarian assistance.

Type: Grant Amount: £50,000 - £350,000 Deadline: Jun 5, 2025 Location: Global

Iceland Marine Carbon Removal Pilot

Pilot grants for Icelandic companies testing ocean-based carbon removal with rigorous environmental safeguards.

Type: Grant Amount: ISK kr 420,000,000 per pilot Deadline: Aug 4, 2025 Location: Iceland

Iceland Technology Development Fund

support Icelandic tech companies and research projects

Type: Grant Amount: ISK 60,000,000 Deadline: Aug 18, 2025 Location: Iceland

Idaho Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Helps Idaho households afford winter heating and summer cooling through bill credits, crisis aid, and energy education.

Type: Benefit Amount: $100–$1,200 per season for regular benefits; up to $1,500 for crisis or equipment repair assistance Deadline: Heating season intake opens in October; cooling assistance offered May–July where available Location: Idaho

Idaho Opportunity Scholarship

Renewable state scholarship providing up to $3,500 annually to Idaho residents pursuing college degrees in-state.

Type: Grant Amount: $3,500 per year for up to four years Deadline: March 1 FAFSA and scholarship application deadline Location: United States - Idaho

Idaho Property Tax Reduction (Circuit Breaker)

State-funded property tax reduction for Idaho homeowners with limited incomes, including seniors, people with disabilities, and veterans.

Type: Benefit Amount: Reduces property taxes by $150 to $1,500 depending on income bracket and status Deadline: Apply with your county assessor between January 1 and April 15 each year Location: Idaho

IDB Climate-Smart Agriculture Facility

Deploys blended finance and technical assistance for resilient agri-food systems across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $3 million–$12 million per country program Deadline: Jul 4, 2025 Location: Latin America and Caribbean

Illinois Rental Assistance Program

Statewide initiative that offers emergency rental assistance, eviction prevention services, and housing stability coaching for Illinois renters facing financial hardship.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 18 months of rental arrears and future rent payments; housing stability services Deadline: Application windows open periodically; check portal for current round Location: United States - Illinois

Illinois Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption

Freezes the equalized assessed value of a qualifying senior's primary residence to protect against property tax increases from rising assessments.

Type: Benefit Amount: Freezes EAV at base year; savings vary with tax rates and assessment changes Deadline: File annually with county assessment office (typically July deadline; varies by county) Location: Illinois

Illinois Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral

State-sponsored property tax deferral loan that lets eligible seniors defer payment of property taxes until the home is sold.

Type: Benefit Amount: Defers up to $7,500 per year in property taxes with 6% simple interest Deadline: March 1 application deadline for deferring the upcoming tax year Location: Illinois

India BIRAC Biotechnology Ignition Grant

Provides seed funding and mentorship for Indian biotech and healthcare startups.

Type: Grant Amount: INR ₹5,000,000 grant Deadline: Feb 15, 2025 Location: India

India Heritage Craft Digital Accelerator

Accelerator for Indian craft cooperatives digitising operations, e-commerce, and design innovation while preserving heritage skills.

Type: Accelerator Amount: INR ₹18,000,000 in grants and digital services Deadline: Jun 9, 2025 Location: India

India NIDHI PRAYAS Grant

fund prototype support for Indian student innovators and startups

Type: Grant Amount: INR 1,000,000 Deadline: Mar 20, 2025 Location: India

Indian Health Service Loan Repayment Program

Federal program that repays qualifying health professionals' student loans in exchange for service at IHS and tribal facilities.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $25,000 per year in loan repayment with two-year initial service commitment Deadline: Applications accepted year-round with priority deadlines in February Location: United States

Indiana 21st Century Scholars

Early college promise program covering up to 100% of tuition at Indiana public colleges for income-eligible students.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Covers up to full tuition at Indiana public institutions; partial at private colleges Deadline: June 30 of 8th grade year for enrollment; annual requirements through college Location: United States - Indiana

Indiana Energy Assistance Program

Helps Indiana households pay heating and cooling bills, resolve energy crises, and access weatherization upgrades through community action agencies.

Type: Benefit Amount: Winter benefit $150-$1,000 depending on fuel; crisis aid for shutoffs and furnace repair Deadline: Program year begins Oct 2; winter benefits close May 20 or until funds exhausted Location: Indiana

Indiana Over-65 Homestead Deduction and Credit

Reduces assessed value and property tax bills for Indiana homeowners aged 65+ through combined deductions and credits.

Type: Benefit Amount: Deduction up to $14,000 or half of assessed value plus additional credit capped at property tax ceiling Deadline: File by December 31 for the following year Location: Indiana

Indonesia Blue Carbon Community Grant

Community grants supporting mangrove restoration, blue carbon enterprises, and coastal resilience in Indonesia.

Type: Grant Amount: IDR Rp 9,000,000,000 per community coalition Deadline: Jul 28, 2025 Location: Indonesia

Indonesia LPDP Research Collaboration Grant

Funds collaborative research addressing national priorities in Indonesia through LPDP.

Type: Grant Amount: IDR Rp5,000,000,000 grant Deadline: Jun 30, 2025 Location: Indonesia

Indonesia Startup Studio Program

deliver scale-up assistance for Indonesian digital startups

Type: Accelerator Amount: IDR 500,000,000 in support services Deadline: Apr 5, 2025 Location: Indonesia

Innovate UK Smart Grant

Backs ambitious UK projects with disruptive R&D and commercialization plans.

Type: Grant Amount: £25,000 - £2 million Deadline: Sep 17, 2025 Location: United Kingdom

Innovation Norway Environmental Technology Scheme

Funds Norwegian companies piloting and commercializing environmental technologies.

Type: Grant Amount: NOK kr15,000,000 grant Deadline: Sep 9, 2025 Location: Norway

International Science Council Global Science Fund

Supports collaborative scientific initiatives that advance science as a global public good and address urgent sustainability challenges.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $100,000 Deadline: May 30, 2025 Location: Global

Interreg Europe Cooperation Projects

Funds public authorities and organizations to share solutions for regional development through interregional cooperation projects.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to €2,000,000 Deadline: May 30, 2025 Location: Europe

InvestEU Innovation and Digitalization Window

Blends EU budget guarantees with national promotional banks to provide financial support for innovative projects across Europe.

Type: Grant Amount: Blended finance with ticket sizes up to €50,000,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Europe

Iowa Rent Reimbursement and Property Tax Credit

Refund program that returns a portion of property tax or rent equivalents to low-income Iowa seniors and people with disabilities.

Type: Benefit Amount: Refund up to $1,000 based on property tax or rent paid and income Deadline: Submit online or paper claim by June 1 following the year rent or taxes were paid Location: Iowa

Ireland Agritech Export Boost

Export development grants for Irish agritech companies expanding into North American and Asia-Pacific markets.

Type: Grant Amount: €1,200,000 per company Deadline: May 26, 2025 Location: Ireland

Ireland Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund

Supports collaborative projects developing disruptive technologies in Ireland.

Type: Grant Amount: EUR €20,000,000 co-funded grant Deadline: Apr 30, 2025 Location: Ireland

IsDB Transform Fund 2025

Invests in science, technology, and innovation ventures addressing SDG challenges in IsDB member countries.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $300,000–$1,000,000 blended finance Deadline: Jun 5, 2025 Location: IsDB Member Countries

Israel Innovation Authority Early-Stage Incentive Program

Provides support for early-stage startups developing innovative technologies with significant market potential.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to 50% of approved R&D expenses Deadline: Rolling Location: Israel

Israel Innovation Authority R&D Grant

Supports Israeli companies conducting innovative R&D with global commercialization potential.

Type: Grant Amount: ILS ₪5,000,000 matching grant Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Israel

Israel Quantum Startup Boost

Non-dilutive grants and lab access for Israeli startups developing quantum computing, sensing, and communications technologies.

Type: Grant Amount: ₪2,500,000 per startup Deadline: Nov 18, 2025 Location: Israel

Israel Space Agency Applied Research Grants

Supports applied space research and technology development projects that contribute to Israel's civil space capabilities.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to ₪1,500,000 Deadline: May 1, 2025 Location: Israel

Italy Cultural Landscapes Conservation Fund

Grants for Italian municipalities and heritage trusts restoring cultural landscapes through sustainable tourism and community stewardship.

Type: Grant Amount: €5,800,000 per landscape consortium Deadline: Sep 8, 2025 Location: Italy

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship

Up to $55,000 per year for high-achieving high school seniors with financial need transitioning to selective four-year colleges.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Up to $55,000 annually for up to four years Deadline: Nov 13, 2025 Location: United States

Jamaica DBJ Innovation Grant for New Ideas

fuel Jamaican SMEs implementing innovative projects

Type: Grant Amount: JMD 4,000,000 Deadline: Jul 24, 2025 Location: Jamaica

Japan Aging-Tech Living Labs

Living lab accelerator for Japanese municipalities piloting aging-tech solutions that improve eldercare, independence, and workforce sustainability.

Type: Accelerator Amount: ¥320,000,000 in grants and lab services per municipality Deadline: Jul 1, 2025 Location: Japan

Japan NEDO Green Innovation Fund

Backs large-scale decarbonization projects under Japan's Green Growth Strategy.

Type: Grant Amount: JPY ¥10,000,000,000 multi-year support Deadline: Nov 28, 2025 Location: Japan

JICA Inclusive Growth Partnership Facility

Co-finances public-private initiatives that advance inclusive economic growth and quality infrastructure in partner countries.

Type: Grant Amount: JPY ¥500 million–¥2.5 billion Deadline: Jun 14, 2025 Location: Asia, Africa and Latin America

JICA Innovative Leaders Scholarship

Funds graduate leaders from developing countries to study priority fields in Japan.

Type: Scholarship Amount: ¥2,000,000+ annual scholarship Deadline: Nov 30, 2025 Location: Japan and International

Job Corps

Tuition-free residential education and career training program for eligible young people ages 16–24, operated by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Type: Program Amount: Free training, housing, meals, health care, stipend, and transition bonuses Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program

Provides scholarships to mid-career professionals from developing countries to pursue graduate studies in development-related fields.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition, monthly living stipend, travel allowance Deadline: Feb 27, 2026 Location: Global

Jordan Innovate Venture Fund

offer blended finance for Jordanian startups with regional ambitions

Type: Investment Amount: USD 250,000 to USD 1,000,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Jordan

Jordan Water Efficiency Scale Loan

Concessional loan and technical assistance for Jordanian utilities scaling water efficiency, non-revenue water reduction, and reuse projects.

Type: Loan Amount: USD $25,000,000 per utility package Deadline: Aug 29, 2025 Location: Jordan

JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship for Overseas Researchers

Supports early-career international researchers to conduct collaborative projects at Japanese host institutions under senior advisors.

Type: Fellowship Amount: Monthly stipend of JPY ¥362,000 plus settling-in, travel, and research support allowances Deadline: Sep 1, 2025 Location: Japan

Kamin Applied Research Program

Bridges academic research and industry by supporting applied research projects with high commercialization potential.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to 90% of approved budget Deadline: Mar 31, 2025 Location: Israel

Kansas Homestead Refund Program

Refundable Kansas income tax credit that returns a portion of property taxes or rent equivalents to low- and moderate-income homeowners and renters.

Type: Benefit Amount: Refund up to $700 for standard Homestead, up to $1,000 for SAFESR senior freeze refunds Deadline: File claim Form K-40H (or K-40PT for SAFESR) by April 15 following the tax year Location: Kansas

Kansas Promise Scholarship

Last-dollar scholarship covering tuition, fees, and books for high-demand programs at Kansas community and technical colleges.

Type: Grant Amount: Covers remaining tuition, fees, and required books up to $20,000 lifetime Deadline: Priority deadline each semester varies by campus; applications accepted until funds are expended Location: United States - Kansas

Kazakhstan Astana Hub Tech Garden Grant

support Kazakh startups building global technology products

Type: Grant Amount: KZT 20,000,000 Deadline: Aug 29, 2025 Location: Kazakhstan

Kentucky Homestead Exemption for Seniors and Disabled Homeowners

Reduces the taxable value of a Kentucky homeowner's residence for seniors aged 65+ and individuals certified as totally disabled.

Type: Benefit Amount: Exempts $48,960 of assessed value for 2025 (adjusts biennially) Deadline: Apply with county property valuation administrator by December 31 Location: Kentucky

Kentucky Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Offers subsidy and crisis benefits to help Kentucky households afford heating and cooling, along with referrals to weatherization and community supports.

Type: Benefit Amount: Subsidy benefit $50-$250 per month during season; crisis aid up to $600 per event Deadline: Subsidy program runs Nov–Mar; crisis intake Nov–Mar and spring cooling; applications accepted until funds exhausted Location: Kentucky

Kentucky Work Ready Scholarship

Last-dollar tuition aid for high-demand technical programs, with strategies for pacing coursework and layering supports.

Type: Grant Amount: Covers tuition for up to 60 credit hours in eligible certificate and associate programs Location: United States - Kentucky

Kenya Climate Innovation Center Acceleration Grant

Strengthens Kenyan climate tech enterprises with blended financing and advisory.

Type: Grant Amount: KES 5,000,000 blended support Deadline: Aug 22, 2025 Location: Kenya

Kenya Creative Cities Network Grant

Grants for Kenyan cities developing creative economy districts that integrate cultural infrastructure, inclusive entrepreneurship, and public space revitalisation.

Type: Grant Amount: KES Sh 180,000,000 per city Deadline: Jun 2, 2025 Location: Kenya

Kenya KEPSA MSME Accelerator

deliver business acceleration for Kenyan MSMEs scaling nationally

Type: Accelerator Amount: KES 5,000,000 in blended support Deadline: Sep 5, 2025 Location: Kenya

KISED Tech Incubator Program for Startups

Invests in South Korean tech startups with grants, office space, and mentorship.

Type: Grant Amount: ₩100,000,000 support package Deadline: Jul 31, 2025 Location: South Korea

Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program

Fully funded graduate leadership program at Stanford University for global innovators pursuing any degree.

Type: Fellowship Amount: Full tuition and fees plus stipend for up to three years Deadline: Oct 9, 2025 Location: Global and United States

KOICA Digital Solidarity Grants 2025

Funds civil society and social enterprises bridging digital divides and promoting inclusive connectivity in partner countries.

Type: Grant Amount: KRW ₩1,200,000,000 per project Deadline: Apr 18, 2025 Location: Africa, Asia and Latin America

Korea KIAT Global Innovation Support

help Korean SMEs co-develop technology with overseas partners

Type: Grant Amount: KRW 800,000,000 Deadline: Sep 16, 2025 Location: South Korea

Korea Semiconductor Workforce Program

Grants for Korean universities and training centres expanding semiconductor talent pipelines with industry-grade facilities and curricula.

Type: Grant Amount: ₩28,000,000,000 per consortium Deadline: May 23, 2025 Location: South Korea

Kyrgyz Mountain Resilience Innovation Challenge

Grants for climate adaptation, glacial lake risk reduction, and livelihood diversification in Kyrgyzstan's mountain communities.

Type: Grant Amount: $1,200,000 Deadline: Jul 20, 2025 Location: Kyrgyz Republic and Central Asia

LADWP Low-Income Discount and Lifeline Rates

Provides electric, water, and sewer bill discounts for low-income Los Angeles Department of Water and Power customers.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $39 monthly electric discount, 25-30% water/sewer reduction, free efficient appliances, and debt relief options Deadline: Apply anytime; renew every 2 years or when requested Location: California and Los Angeles

Lao PDR Sustainable Agriculture Innovation Challenge

Innovation grants to modernize climate-smart agriculture and agroforestry value chains in Lao PDR.

Type: Grant Amount: $750,000 Deadline: Nov 30, 2025 Location: Lao PDR

Latin America Green Fintech Challenge

Regional accelerator for Latin American fintech startups delivering climate-aligned financial products and inclusive green investments.

Type: Accelerator Amount: USD $350,000 per startup in grants and venture services Deadline: Apr 14, 2025 Location: Latin America

Latina Foundation Scholarship Program

California-based scholarship empowering Latina students with financial support, leadership coaching, and mentorship.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $1,500 Deadline: Mar 1, 2025 Location: United States and California

LIFE Clean Energy Transition

European Union funding stream supporting market uptake of energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions across Member States.

Type: Grant Amount: Typical EU contribution between EUR €1 million and €3 million covering up to 95% of eligible costs Deadline: Sep 18, 2025 Location: European Union

LIFE Programme Nature and Biodiversity

Funds best practice, pilot, and demonstration projects that support EU nature and biodiversity policy objectives.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to 60% of eligible project costs Deadline: Oct 2, 2025 Location: Europe

Lifeline Program for Low-Income Consumers

Federal Communications Commission program that provides a monthly discount on broadband or phone service for eligible low-income households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $9.25 monthly discount on qualifying phone or internet service (up to $34.25 on Tribal lands) Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Lifetime Learning Credit

Nonrefundable credit that offsets qualified tuition and related expenses for postsecondary education and skills training.

Type: Benefit Amount: 20% of up to $10,000 in qualified expenses (maximum $2,000 per return) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

Louisiana Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)

State subsidy that lowers the cost of child care for eligible Louisiana families working, in school, or in job training.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by parish, provider type, and child age; covers most or all tuition Deadline: Rolling; applications processed year-round Location: United States - Louisiana

Louisiana Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Provides regular and crisis bill payment help, weatherization referrals, and energy education for qualifying Louisiana households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $100–$1,800 per year through regular and crisis awards based on income, energy burden, and parish policies Deadline: Parishes accept applications on rotating schedules; crisis assistance year-round while funds last Location: Louisiana

Louisiana Special Assessment Level for Senior and Disabled Homeowners

Freezes assessed value of a Louisiana homestead for qualifying seniors, disabled residents, and surviving spouses so property taxes do not rise with market value.

Type: Benefit Amount: Freezes assessed value at the year of qualification, preventing tax increases from reassessment Deadline: Apply with parish assessor annually between January 1 and December 31 Location: Louisiana

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Federal block grant that helps low-income households cover home energy bills, manage energy crises, and fund weatherization or minor energy-related repairs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by state; may cover part of heating, cooling, crisis, or weatherization costs Deadline: Varies by state (seasonal or rolling) Location: United States

Low Income Household Water Assistance Program

Emergency funding that helps low-income households pay overdue water and wastewater bills and avoid shutoffs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by state; typically $200-$2,500 in arrearage or reconnection assistance Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

MacDowell Fellowship Residency

Prestigious U.S. artist residency providing uninterrupted time, studio space, and stipends for creative professionals.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to 8-week fully funded residency with housing, studio, meals, and need-based travel or fellowship stipends Deadline: Feb 10, 2025 Location: United States and Global

MAGNET Consortium Program

Encourages collaboration between companies and academic institutions to develop pre-competitive technologies.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to 66% of approved budget for industrial partners Deadline: Feb 18, 2025 Location: Israel

Maine Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Pays a portion of Maine households’ heating costs, delivers crisis fuel, and connects families to weatherization and energy counseling.

Type: Benefit Amount: $200–$3,000+ annually depending on income, fuel usage, and vulnerability; additional crisis deliveries available Deadline: Intake opens July 1 for the upcoming heating season; crisis assistance available year-round while funding is available Location: Maine

Maine Opportunity Tax Credit

State income tax credit reimbursing recent graduates who live and work in Maine for their student loan payments.

Type: Benefit Amount: Refundable credit up to the amount of annual eligible student loan payments; cap varies by tax year Deadline: File Maine Form 1040ME and Schedule PTFC/STC with April tax filing deadline Location: United States - Maine

Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit

Refundable Maine income tax credit that reimburses a portion of property tax or rent for eligible households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $2,500 depending on age, disability status, property tax or rent paid, and income Deadline: Aligns with Maine income tax filing deadline (generally April 15) Location: Maine

Malawi Nutrition Innovation Grant

Grants for Malawian enterprises and NGOs delivering nutrition-sensitive agriculture, fortified foods, and behaviour change programs.

Type: Grant Amount: MWK K1,800,000,000 per consortium Deadline: Jul 7, 2025 Location: Malawi

Malaysia Cradle CIP Sprint

provide equity-free funding for Malaysian tech scale-ups

Type: Grant Amount: MYR 600,000 Deadline: Aug 4, 2025 Location: Malaysia

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships

Provides fellowships for excellent researchers seeking to enhance their creative and innovative potential through advanced training and international mobility.

Type: Grant Amount: Living allowance plus institutional unit costs Deadline: Sep 10, 2025 Location: Europe

Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship

Provides Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to children and surviving spouses of service members who died in the line of duty after September 10, 2001.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Covers up to full tuition and fees, monthly housing allowance, and book stipend Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

Marshall Scholarship

Prestigious scholarship financing young Americans to study for a degree in the United Kingdom. Up to 50 scholars selected annually.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition + living expenses + travel Deadline: Sep 26, 2025 Location: Global

Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program

State subsidy that helps eligible Maryland families pay for licensed child care while parents work, attend school, or participate in training.

Type: Benefit Amount: Covers a portion of child care tuition based on income and provider type Deadline: Applications accepted year-round Location: United States - Maryland

Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP)

Helps low-income Maryland households pay home heating bills through direct grants, budget counseling, and crisis intervention.

Type: Benefit Amount: Annual heating grants $150–$2,400 depending on fuel type and income Deadline: Applications accepted year-round; funding prioritized October–May Location: Maryland

Maryland Homeowners' Property Tax Credit

State credit that limits property taxes for eligible Maryland homeowners by capping the tax bill relative to income.

Type: Benefit Amount: Credits vary but often reduce tax bills by $1,000+ for low- to moderate-income homeowners Deadline: October 1 annually Location: Maryland

Maryland Renters' Tax Credit

Provides annual payments to eligible Maryland renters by treating a portion of rent as property tax.

Type: Benefit Amount: Maximum standard payment of $1,000, with typical awards between $400 and $700 Deadline: October 1 annually Location: Maryland

Massachusetts Fuel Assistance (LIHEAP)

State-administered Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program providing fuel assistance, arrearage management, and weatherization referrals to Massachusetts households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Benefit amounts vary $400–$1,600 plus arrearage forgiveness Deadline: November 1 through April 30 each season Location: United States - Massachusetts

Massachusetts Home Energy Rebates

Massachusetts Clean Energy Center and Mass Save-administered Inflation Reduction Act rebates for whole-home efficiency and electrification projects.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $14,000 per home with enhanced incentives for income-eligible households Deadline: Phased applications expected starting late 2024 with funds available through 2031 Location: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave

Provides paid time off with job protection for eligible Massachusetts workers needing medical or family leave.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,259.09 per week for up to 26 weeks Deadline: Rolling; apply within 90 days of leave start Location: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT)

Emergency rental and utility assistance for low-income Massachusetts households facing housing instability.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $10,000 per household per 12-month period Deadline: Rolling; assistance provided until funding exhausted Location: United States - Massachusetts

Massachusetts Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Credit

Refundable state income tax credit that reimburses eligible seniors for property taxes or rent that exceed a set share of their income.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $2,700 (2024 tax year) refundable credit indexed annually for inflation Deadline: File with Massachusetts state income tax return by April deadline or extension Location: Massachusetts

MassChallenge Early-Stage Accelerator

Equity-free accelerator for high-impact startups across sectors with global cohort programming.

Type: Accelerator Amount: Equity-free prizes up to $1M and tailored founder support Deadline: Mar 26, 2025 Location: Global, United States, Europe and Middle East

Mauritius Ocean Energy Demonstrator

Demonstration grants for Mauritius-based consortia deploying tidal, wave, or ocean thermal energy conversion technologies.

Type: Grant Amount: MUR ₨420,000,000 per demonstrator Deadline: Sep 1, 2025 Location: Mauritius

MBRIF Innovation Accelerator Program

Supports UAE-based innovators with funding facilitation, mentorship, and market access.

Type: Grant Amount: AED 1,000,000 financing facilitation Deadline: Sep 30, 2025 Location: United Arab Emirates

Medicaid Health Coverage

Comprehensive health insurance for eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant individuals, seniors, and people with disabilities.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by state and medical services Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

Medicare Part D Extra Help

Social Security Administration subsidy that lowers Medicare Part D prescription drug premiums, deductibles, and copays for people with limited income and resources.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $5,300+ annual savings through reduced Part D premiums, deductibles, and copayments Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Medicare Savings Programs

State-run programs that pay Medicare premiums and, in some cases, deductibles and coinsurance for low-income beneficiaries.

Type: Benefit Amount: Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($2,000+ annually) and may cover Part A premiums and cost-sharing Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Mexico CONACYT Innovation Stimulus Program

support Mexican companies investing in R&D and innovation

Type: Grant Amount: MXN 20,000,000 Deadline: Oct 29, 2025 Location: Mexico

Mexico Urban Resilience Social Housing Program

Grants for Mexican municipalities and housing developers to retrofit social housing with climate resilience, energy efficiency, and community services.

Type: Grant Amount: MXN $65,000,000 per housing cluster Deadline: Jun 27, 2025 Location: Mexico

Michigan Home Heating Credit

Refundable credit that assists low-income Michigan households with winter heating costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average credit $200-$500; may exceed $1,000 for large households in high-cost zones Deadline: September 30 each year (Form MI-1040CR-7) Location: Michigan

Michigan MI Home Loan Down Payment Assistance

State-backed mortgage with forgivable down payment assistance for eligible first-time and repeat homebuyers.

Type: Loan Amount: $7,500 statewide; $10,000 in target cities Deadline: Rolling; aligns with lender closing schedules Location: United States - Michigan

Ministry of Science International Collaboration Grants

Finances joint scientific research projects between Israeli researchers and international partners in priority fields.

Type: Grant Amount: ₪400,000 - ₪1,000,000 Deadline: Apr 10, 2025 Location: Israel

Minnesota Child Tax Credit

Refundable credit that provides up to $1,750 per qualifying child to Minnesota families, regardless of tax liability.

Type: Benefit Amount: $1,750 per qualifying child, with maximums phased out at higher incomes Deadline: April 15 each year (claims allowed up to 3.5 years later) Location: Minnesota

Minnesota Energy Assistance Program

Grants that help income-eligible Minnesota households pay energy bills, prevent shutoffs, and improve home energy efficiency.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $3,200 per year plus emergency crisis benefits Deadline: May 31 annually; emergency requests accepted year-round Location: United States - Minnesota

Minnesota Renter's Property Tax Refund

Annual refund that pays back part of the property taxes embedded in rent for Minnesota households with qualifying income.

Type: Benefit Amount: Refunds average $700 and can exceed $2,500 depending on rent paid and household income Deadline: August 15 filing deadline (late claims accepted through August 15 of the following year) Location: Minnesota

Mississippi Homestead Exemption and Special Assessment Credit

Reduces ad valorem property taxes on a Mississippi primary residence, with additional credits for seniors and people with disabilities.

Type: Benefit Amount: Basic exemption up to $300 in county taxes; special credit eliminates taxes on first $7,500 of assessed value for eligible seniors or disabled owners Deadline: Apply at the county tax assessor’s office between January 1 and April 1 Location: Mississippi

Missouri A+ Scholarship Program

Tuition reimbursement for Missouri high school graduates attending participating community colleges or career/technical schools.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to full tuition and fees at eligible Missouri public two-year institutions Deadline: Enroll within 48 months of high school graduation; FAFSA priority April 1 Location: United States - Missouri

Missouri Property Tax Credit

Refundable state income tax credit that reimburses eligible seniors and disabled residents for a portion of property taxes or rent.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,100 for homeowners and $750 for renters Deadline: File Form MO-PTC with the Missouri state income tax return by April 15 Location: Missouri

MIT Solve Global Challenges

Annual open innovation challenge awarding funding and support to tech-based social entrepreneurs tackling pressing global issues.

Type: Grant Amount: At least $20,000 per selected Solver team Deadline: May 8, 2025 Location: Global

Mitacs Elevate Postdoctoral Fellowship

Canada-wide program funding postdoctoral researchers to collaborate with industry partners.

Type: Fellowship Amount: CAD $60,000 per year Deadline: Oct 8, 2025 Location: Canada

Mongolia Steppe Microgrid Acceleration Program

Grants and technical support to deploy resilient renewable microgrids across Mongolia's off-grid soums and nomadic service hubs.

Type: Grant Amount: $2,800,000 Deadline: Nov 10, 2025 Location: Mongolia and East Asia

Montana Elderly Homeowner/Renter Credit

Refundable state income tax credit reimbursing part of property tax or rent for low-income Montanans age 62 and older.

Type: Benefit Amount: Refund up to $1,150 based on income and property tax or rent paid Deadline: File Form 2EC by April 15 Location: Montana

Montana Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Helps low-income Montana households pay winter heating bills and improve energy efficiency.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average $800-$1,200 per season plus weatherization services Deadline: Applications accepted October 1–April 30 each year Location: United States - Montana

Montana Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Pays part of home heating bills, delivers emergency fuel, and funds furnace repairs for eligible Montana households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $200–$2,500 per season depending on fuel type, consumption, and income; emergency grants available Deadline: Apply October 1–April 30 for regular benefits; crisis help offered year-round Location: Montana

Morocco Desert Green Hydrogen Consortium

Grants and risk-sharing instruments for Moroccan consortia developing green hydrogen hubs in desert regions.

Type: Grant Amount: MAD د.م 420,000,000 per consortium Deadline: Sep 22, 2025 Location: Morocco

National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program

Offers up to $100,000 in tax-free loan repayment for clinicians serving in Health Professional Shortage Areas.

Type: Benefit Amount: $50,000 for two years full-time service (up to $100,000 for extended commitments); part-time awards up to $50,000 Deadline: Annual application cycle (usually opening in winter) Location: National

NEA Grants for Arts Projects

Federal funding for arts organizations to deliver public-facing projects across disciplines.

Type: Grant Amount: $10,000 to $100,000 matching grants Deadline: Feb 13, 2025 Location: United States

Nebraska Homestead Exemption

Income-based property tax relief that exempts part or all of a Nebraska homeowner’s property value from taxation.

Type: Benefit Amount: Exempts between 10% and 100% of up to $95,000 of homestead value depending on income and homeowner category Deadline: File Form 458 with your county assessor between February 1 and June 30 each year Location: Nebraska

NED Democracy Support Grants 2025

Backs civil society organizations advancing democratic resilience, human rights, and independent media worldwide.

Type: Grant Amount: Typical awards USD $50,000–$600,000 Deadline: Jan 15, 2025 Location: Global

NEH Fellowships

Individual fellowships from the National Endowment for the Humanities supporting advanced research in the humanities.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $5,000 per month for 6 to 12 months Deadline: Apr 9, 2025 Location: United States

Nepal Mountain Education Resilience Fund

Grants for Nepalese municipalities and NGOs enhancing education resilience in mountain regions through infrastructure, digital access, and disaster preparedness.

Type: Grant Amount: NPR रु 260,000,000 per municipality Deadline: May 5, 2025 Location: Nepal

Nevada Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Provides annual credits and crisis help to offset electric, gas, and propane costs for low-income Nevada households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $180–$1,800 per year depending on income, household energy burden, and utility costs Deadline: Applications accepted July 1–June 30 each program year; apply early for full benefits Location: Nevada

Nevada Promise Scholarship

Last-dollar scholarship covering community college tuition for Nevada high school graduates who complete service, mentoring, and FAFSA requirements.

Type: Grant Amount: Covers registration fees at participating Nevada community colleges Deadline: Application October 31; FAFSA and service deadlines through April Location: United States - Nevada

Nevada Senior Citizens Property Tax Assistance and Rent Rebate

Provides annual rebates to low-income Nevada seniors who paid property tax directly or indirectly through rent on their primary residence.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,200 annually depending on income and tax/rent paid Deadline: Apply with the county treasurer or assessor typically between January 1 and April 30 Location: Nevada

New Hampshire Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief

State-funded refund that reimburses a portion of the state education property tax paid by qualifying low- and moderate-income homeowners.

Type: Benefit Amount: Refunds vary; up to $1,700 based on property tax and income Deadline: Apply annually by June 30 for the prior tax year Location: New Hampshire

New Jersey ANCHOR Property Tax Relief Program

Delivers direct refunds to New Jersey homeowners and renters to offset property taxes through the Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters (ANCHOR) program.

Type: Benefit Amount: $450 to $1,750 for homeowners and $450 for renters depending on income Deadline: Apply online, by phone, or via paper form by December 31 (dates vary by year) Location: New Jersey

New Jersey Family Leave Insurance

Provides paid time off for New Jersey workers to bond or care for loved ones with partial wage replacement.

Type: Benefit Amount: 85% of average weekly wage up to $1,055 for 12 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file online after leave begins Location: New Jersey

New Jersey Temporary Disability Insurance

Pays partial wages to New Jersey workers unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy.

Type: Benefit Amount: 85% of average weekly wage up to $1,055 for 26 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file within 30 days of disability Location: New Jersey

New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant

Need-based grant covering tuition at New Jersey public and private non-profit colleges for low- and moderate-income students.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to full in-state tuition at public institutions; tiered awards at privates Deadline: April 15 for returning students; September 15 for new fall enrollees Location: United States - New Jersey

New Mexico Low-Income Comprehensive Tax Rebate

Refundable rebate that returns a portion of state gross receipts tax to eligible low-income New Mexico residents.

Type: Benefit Amount: $10 to $450 depending on income, family size, and location Deadline: New Mexico income tax filing deadline (April 15) Location: New Mexico

New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship

Last-dollar tuition-free scholarship for New Mexico residents pursuing certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degrees.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Covers full tuition and fees at public colleges and select tribal institutions Deadline: Rolling; FAFSA and state aid applications recommended by priority dates Location: United States - New Mexico

New York Disability Benefits Law (DBL)

Provides temporary cash benefits to New York workers disabled by off-the-job illness or injury, including pregnancy.

Type: Benefit Amount: $170 per week maximum for up to 26 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file within 30 days after disability begins Location: New York

New York Excelsior Scholarship

New York State program covering tuition at SUNY and CUNY colleges for eligible residents who commit to living and working in-state after graduation.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Covers tuition up to SUNY/CUNY rate Deadline: Aug 1, 2025 Location: United States

New York Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Provides grants to help low-income New Yorkers pay heating and cooling costs, avoid shutoffs, and make emergency repairs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Regular benefits $21–$976; emergency and equipment repair benefits up to $4,000 Deadline: Applications accepted seasonally; emergency assistance year-round Location: New York

New York Home Energy Rebates

Upcoming Inflation Reduction Act rebates administered by NYSERDA to support whole-home efficiency and electrification projects.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $14,000 in combined rebates for eligible households Deadline: Program rollout expected to begin in 2025 with phased applications Location: New York

New York Paid Family Leave

Offers job-protected paid time off for bonding, caregiving, or military family needs for most New York employees.

Type: Benefit Amount: 67% of average weekly wage up to $1,151.16 for 12 weeks Deadline: Rolling; submit within 30 days of leave when foreseeable Location: New York

New York School Tax Relief (STAR) Credit

State program that reimburses eligible homeowners for a portion of school property taxes via an income-based credit.

Type: Benefit Amount: Basic STAR up to $348 in NYC and higher elsewhere; Enhanced STAR can exceed $1,700 depending on district Deadline: Register by March 1 (or the local taxable status date) for the upcoming school tax year Location: New York

New York SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

Nutrition assistance for New Yorkers with tools for expedited service, recertification, and maximizing deductions.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $973/month for a family of four in FY 2024 Location: United States - New York

New York Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

State grant that covers tuition at eligible New York colleges for qualifying residents with demonstrated financial need.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $5,665 per academic year Deadline: Varies by term; aligns with FAFSA deadlines Location: United States - New York

New Zealand Callaghan Innovation R&D Grants

Provides co-funding and support for New Zealand firms undertaking research and development.

Type: Grant Amount: NZD $5,000,000 co-funding Deadline: Aug 29, 2025 Location: New Zealand

New Zealand Māori Agrifood Value Grant

Grants for Māori agrifood enterprises adding value to primary products through branding, processing, and regenerative practices.

Type: Grant Amount: NZD $4,800,000 per enterprise Deadline: Aug 8, 2025 Location: New Zealand

Nigeria Creative Industry Financing Initiative

deliver low-interest financing for Nigeria's creative and IT sectors

Type: Loan Amount: NGN 500,000 to NGN 500,000,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Nigeria

Nigeria Health Supply Chain Modernization Fund

Grants and technical assistance for Nigerian states modernising health supply chains through digital systems, cold chain, and private sector partnerships.

Type: Grant Amount: NGN ₦6,500,000,000 per state consortium Deadline: Oct 10, 2025 Location: Nigeria

NIH K08 Mentored Clinical Scientist Research Career Development Award

Career development award supporting clinically trained scientists pursuing mentored research training and transition to independence.

Type: Research-Grant Amount: Salary support plus research development funds (varies by institute) Deadline: Feb 12, 2025 Location: United States

NIH K23 Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award

Career development award supporting early-career clinician-scientists conducting patient-oriented research.

Type: Grant Amount: $125K–$150K annual salary support plus $25K–$50K research development costs for up to 5 years Deadline: Feb 12, 2025 Location: United States

NIH NRSA Individual Predoctoral Fellowship (F31)

National Research Service Award supporting outstanding predoctoral students in health-related research with stipend, tuition, and training support.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Stipend aligned with NIH NRSA levels + tuition/fees up to $16,000 annually Deadline: Apr 8, 2025 Location: United States

NIH R01 Research Project Grant

Flagship NIH investigator-initiated grant supporting health-related research projects with multi-year modular or detailed budgets.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $500,000 in direct costs annually (modular) or higher with justification Deadline: Feb 5, 2025 Location: United States

NIH R21 Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant

NIH mechanism supporting high-risk, high-reward exploratory projects with limited preliminary data across biomedical and behavioral sciences.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $275,000 in direct costs over 2 years (no more than $200,000 in any year) Deadline: Feb 16, 2025 Location: United States

NoFAR Life Sciences Bridging Program

Supports applied biomedical research in academic institutions to advance technologies toward industry collaboration.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to 90% of approved project costs Deadline: Feb 17, 2025 Location: Israel

Nordic Carbon-Neutral Ports Program

Grant and technical assistance program enabling Nordic ports to achieve carbon neutrality through shore power, alternative fuels, and digital optimisation.

Type: Grant Amount: €9,800,000 per port authority Deadline: Jul 31, 2025 Location: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden

North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship

Need-based grant funded by the NC Education Lottery to reduce tuition and fees for eligible public college students.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $3,456 annually depending on need and enrollment Deadline: FAFSA priority date of May 1; awards continue until funds depleted Location: United States - North Carolina

North Carolina Homestead Circuit Breaker Tax Deferment

Limits property tax bills for qualifying North Carolina homeowners by deferring amounts that exceed an income-based percentage of value.

Type: Benefit Amount: Defers property tax above 4%, 5%, or 6% of income depending on household level Deadline: Apply annually with county assessor by June 1 Location: North Carolina

North Carolina Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Provides annual heating bill credits and crisis assistance to eligible North Carolina households, with referrals to weatherization and utility protections.

Type: Benefit Amount: One-time heating payment $300-$500; crisis aid for disconnections and fuel delivery Deadline: Priority enrollment opens Dec 1 for seniors/disabled; general applications accepted Jan 1–Mar 31 Location: North Carolina

North Dakota Career Builder Scholarship

Public-private scholarship that funds tuition and fees for students training in high-demand North Dakota occupations.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Up to $17,000 over two years for high-need workforce programs Location: United States - North Dakota

North Dakota Homestead Property Tax Credit

Reduces property taxes for low-income North Dakota homeowners and renters who are elderly or disabled.

Type: Benefit Amount: Credit up to $9,000 of taxable value for homeowners or up to $400 rent refund Deadline: Apply with county social service or tax office by March 31 Location: North Dakota

NRF Thuthuka Grant

Advances emerging South African researchers through targeted project funding and mentorship.

Type: Grant Amount: R350,000 per year Deadline: Sep 16, 2025 Location: South Africa

NSF Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program

Prestigious NSF award supporting early-career faculty who integrate research and education with transformative impact.

Type: Grant Amount: $400,000–$1,000,000 over five years depending on NSF directorate Deadline: Jul 23, 2025 Location: United States

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program

Prestigious fellowship supporting outstanding U.S. graduate students in NSF-supported STEM disciplines with stipend and cost-of-education funding.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $37,000 annual stipend + $16,000 cost-of-education allowance for 3 years Deadline: Oct 18, 2024 Location: United States

NSF Seed Fund Phase I 2025

Supports US deep-tech startups translating NSF-funded research into commercial products.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to USD $275,000 non-dilutive award Deadline: Mar 12, 2025 Location: United States

Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program

Pays up to 85% of nursing education debt for registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and nurse faculty serving in critical shortage areas.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 60% of unpaid nursing loans for a two-year service commitment, plus an additional 25% for a third year Deadline: Annual application cycle (typically February–April) Location: National

NYC Fair Fares Reduced-Fare Transit Program

Provides half-price subway, bus, and Access-A-Ride fares for eligible low-income New York City residents.

Type: Benefit Amount: 50% discount on NYC Transit subway and local bus fares, 50% off paratransit trips, and reduced-cost 7-day/30-day passes Deadline: Apply anytime; annual renewal required Location: New York and New York City

NYC Rent Freeze Program (SCRIE/DRIE)

Freezes rent for eligible low-income seniors and disabled renters in New York City by providing tax abatements to landlords.

Type: Benefit Amount: Freezes rent at current level; city pays landlord tax abatements equal to future increases Deadline: Apply any time; benefits effective the first rent cycle after approval Location: New York and New York City

Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG)

State grant that closes tuition gaps for low- and moderate-income Ohio residents attending eligible colleges.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $4,600 per year depending on institution type Deadline: October 1 priority deadline (FAFSA); final by end of academic year Location: United States - Ohio

Ohio Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Provides heating and cooling bill assistance, crisis grants, and weatherization referrals for Ohio households facing high energy costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Winter heating benefit $100-$900; crisis or PIPP Plus assistance as needed Deadline: Subsidy season Nov 1–Mar 31; crisis year-round while funds last Location: Ohio

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Property tax reduction for qualifying senior and disabled homeowners in Ohio.

Type: Benefit Amount: Reduces taxable value of a home by up to $25,000 (or $50,000 for disabled veterans) Deadline: Applications due to county auditor by December 31 for the current tax year Location: Ohio

Oklahoma Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Provides winter heating, summer cooling, and crisis aid to help Oklahoma households manage utility costs and avoid disconnections.

Type: Benefit Amount: Seasonal benefit $75-$750; crisis aid covers arrears, deposits, and emergency fuel Deadline: Winter applications open Dec; summer cooling May; Energy Crisis Assistance available year-round while funds last Location: Oklahoma

Oklahoma Property Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker)

Refundable state income tax credit reimbursing a portion of property taxes or rent for low-income Oklahoma households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Refund up to $200 or the actual amount over 1% of income Deadline: File annually with Oklahoma income tax return by April 15 Location: Oklahoma

Oklahoma's Promise Scholarship

A tuition guarantee for middle- and high-school students with family income caps, offering planning tips through college.

Type: Grant Amount: Covers tuition at Oklahoma public colleges and a portion at approved private institutions Location: United States - Oklahoma

Oman Blue Economy Accelerator Grant

Co-investment capital to fast-track sustainable aquaculture, coastal resilience, and marine biotech ventures in Oman.

Type: Grant Amount: $3,200,000 Deadline: Sep 15, 2025 Location: Oman and Gulf Cooperation Council

Oregon Health Plan (OHP)

Comprehensive Medicaid coverage for low- and moderate-income Oregonians with expanded eligibility through 2025.

Type: Benefit Amount: Full medical, dental, behavioral health, and vision coverage Deadline: Rolling enrollment Location: United States - Oregon

Oregon Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Provides bill payment support, crisis assistance, and weatherization referrals for income-eligible Oregon households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $250–$1,200 per season; additional crisis deliveries or repairs available up to program limits Deadline: Applications accepted November–June or until funds are depleted; crisis aid available year-round Location: Oregon

Oregon Opportunity Grant

Need-based state grant supporting Oregon residents at eligible community colleges and universities.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $4,692 for full-time students; prorated for part-time Deadline: FAFSA/ORSAA priority deadline March 1; applications accepted until funds depleted Location: United States - Oregon

Oregon Senior and Disabled Property Tax Deferral

State-run program that pays property taxes on behalf of eligible Oregon seniors and disabled homeowners, creating a lien repaid later.

Type: Benefit Amount: State pays full property tax bill (excluding special assessments) each year for qualified applicants Deadline: File Form 6151 between January 1 and April 15 for the upcoming tax year Location: Oregon

Oregon Working Family Household and Dependent Care Credit

Refundable tax credit that reimburses a percentage of employment-related dependent care expenses for eligible Oregon households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 60% of qualifying care expenses with a maximum credit of $3,000 per qualifying individual Deadline: Oregon income tax filing deadline (typically April 15) Location: Oregon

Original Medicare (Parts A & B) Enrollment

Hospital and medical insurance coverage for seniors and certain disabled individuals through Medicare Parts A and B.

Type: Benefit Amount: Part A premium-free with sufficient work history; Part B premium $174.70/month in 2024 Deadline: Initial, General, and Special Enrollment Periods Location: United States

Pakistan Ignite NGIRI Grant

fund final-year student projects in Pakistani universities

Type: Grant Amount: PKR 400,000 Deadline: Aug 29, 2025 Location: Pakistan

Pakistan Women in STEM Research Fellowship

Fellowships supporting Pakistani women researchers pursuing STEM doctoral or postdoctoral projects addressing national development priorities.

Type: Fellowship Amount: PKR ₨18,000,000 per fellow over three years Deadline: Mar 24, 2025 Location: Pakistan

Pan African University Scholarships

Offers full scholarships for African students to pursue master's and PhD studies across Pan African University institutes in science, technology, governance, and social sciences.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition, monthly stipend, travel support Deadline: Sep 19, 2025 Location: Global

Paraguay Green Logistics Modernization Grant

Grants to decarbonize riverine transport, warehouse operations, and agri-export corridors in Paraguay.

Type: Grant Amount: $4,000,000 Deadline: Oct 20, 2025 Location: Paraguay and South America

Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship

Leadership development and academic funding for U.S. service members, veterans, and military spouses pursuing higher education.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Average $10,000 per academic year plus leadership programming Deadline: Feb 28, 2025 Location: United States

Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

Graduate school funding and leadership development for immigrants and children of immigrants in the United States.

Type: Fellowship Amount: $90,000 over two years (tuition support plus stipend) Deadline: Oct 31, 2025 Location: United States

Pennsylvania Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Provides cash, crisis, and weatherization grants to help Pennsylvania households afford heating costs and resolve energy emergencies.

Type: Benefit Amount: Cash grants $300–$1,000; crisis benefits up to $1,000 per season Deadline: Season typically runs November–April; crisis assistance available until funds are exhausted Location: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Refundable rebate that returns a portion of property taxes or rent paid by eligible older adults and people with disabilities in Pennsylvania.

Type: Benefit Amount: Standard rebates up to $1,000, with supplemental bonuses that can raise payments to $1,500 for qualifying households Deadline: June 30 each year (extended to Dec 31 for late filers) Location: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania State Grant Program

Need-based tuition grant for Pennsylvania residents attending eligible postsecondary institutions.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $5,750 per academic year (2024-25) Deadline: May 1 for renewals; Aug 1 for first-time community college applicants Location: United States - Pennsylvania

Peru Andean Biodiversity Enterprise Fund

Grant fund for Peruvian enterprises commercialising biodiversity-friendly products and ecosystem services in Andean regions.

Type: Grant Amount: PEN S/6,800,000 per enterprise Deadline: May 2, 2025 Location: Peru

Peru StartUp Perú Seed

provide seed capital for high-impact Peruvian startups

Type: Grant Amount: PEN 180,000 Deadline: Oct 7, 2025 Location: Peru

Philadelphia Water Tiered Assistance Program (TAP)

Income-based water, sewer, and stormwater bill discounts for Philadelphia Water Department customers.

Type: Benefit Amount: Bills capped at 2-4% of household income; debt forgiveness after 24 months of on-time payments Deadline: Apply anytime; annual recertification required Location: Pennsylvania and Philadelphia

Philippines DOST CRADLE Program

link Filipino companies with researchers for product development

Type: Grant Amount: PHP 5,000,000 Deadline: Sep 16, 2024 Location: Philippines

Philippines Inclusive Fintech Regulatory Sandbox

Regulatory sandbox for Filipino fintech firms testing inclusive financial solutions with pro-poor safeguards and climate resilience features.

Type: Sandbox Amount: PHP ₱45,000,000 in grant credits and regulatory support Deadline: Apr 7, 2025 Location: Philippines

Point Foundation LGBTQ+ Scholarship

Comprehensive scholarship program supporting high-achieving LGBTQ+ students with financial aid, mentorship, and leadership development.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $2,000 to $10,000 per year + coaching and mentorship Deadline: Jan 28, 2025 Location: United States

Poland Deep Tech Commercialization Grant

Grants supporting Polish deep tech ventures transitioning from research to market with pilot deployments and IP strategy support.

Type: Grant Amount: PLN zł5,500,000 per venture Deadline: Sep 19, 2025 Location: Poland

Portland Water Bureau Financial Assistance Program

Reduces water, sewer, and stormwater bills for income-eligible Portland households and provides crisis grants.

Type: Benefit Amount: 25-40% monthly bill discount plus crisis grants up to $500 and plumbing repair vouchers Deadline: Apply anytime; recertify annually Location: Oregon and Portland

Portugal Azores Blue Innovation Grant

Grants for blue economy ventures in the Azores developing sustainable fisheries, marine biotech, and ocean observation technologies.

Type: Grant Amount: €2,700,000 per venture Deadline: Jun 23, 2025 Location: Portugal

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Education benefit covering tuition, housing, and books for eligible veterans, service members, and their families.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 36 months of tuition and fees, monthly housing allowance, and annual book stipend Deadline: rolling; apply before program start Location: United States

Premium Tax Credit (Marketplace Health Coverage)

Refundable tax credit that lowers the cost of ACA Marketplace health insurance premiums for eligible households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Value varies; caps benchmark premium between 0% and 8.5% of household income Deadline: annual Open Enrollment (Nov–Jan) or qualifying life event Location: United States

Prime Minister's Prizes for Science

Australia's premier science prizes recognizing research, innovation, and science teaching excellence with national visibility.

Type: Award Amount: Up to AUD $250,000 for the Prime Minister's Prize for Science; various amounts across six prize categories Deadline: Mar 14, 2025 Location: Australia

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Federal student loan forgiveness program for borrowers who work full time in qualifying public service jobs and make 120 qualifying payments.

Type: Benefit Amount: Forgives remaining Direct Loan balance after 120 qualifying payments Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

Puerto Rico Non-Occupational Temporary Disability Insurance (SINOT)

Provides wage replacement to Puerto Rico workers who cannot work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $113 per week for 26 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file within 30 days of disability Location: Puerto Rico

Qatar QRDI Innovation Grant

Supports R&D projects aligned with Qatar's national research priorities.

Type: Grant Amount: QAR ر.ق4,000,000 grant Deadline: Oct 12, 2024 Location: Qatar

QuestBridge National College Match

Full-ride scholarships connecting high-achieving, low-income high school seniors with elite U.S. partner colleges.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full four-year scholarships covering tuition, room, board, and fees Deadline: Sep 26, 2025 Location: United States

RAISE Discretionary Grant

USDOT discretionary funding for transformative transportation and infrastructure projects with significant community benefits.

Type: Grant Amount: Awards typically range from $1M to $25M for planning and capital projects Deadline: Feb 28, 2025 Location: United States

Residential Clean Energy Credit (Tax Year 2025)

30% federal tax credit for qualified solar, battery, geothermal, and other renewable energy upgrades.

Type: Benefit Amount: 30% of eligible project costs with no annual dollar cap Deadline: tax filing deadline Location: United States

Retirement Savings Contributions Credit (Saver’s Credit)

Federal income tax credit that rewards low- and moderate-income taxpayers for contributing to retirement accounts.

Type: Benefit Amount: Nonrefundable tax credit worth 10%, 20%, or 50% of up to $2,000 in contributions per taxpayer Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

Rhode Island Child Care Assistance Program

Helps working families afford child care with guidance on eligibility, provider selection, and retention strategies.

Type: Benefit Amount: Subsidizes licensed child care with sliding co-pays for families up to 200% FPL (expanded to 300% for exit) Location: United States - Rhode Island

Rhode Island Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI)

Provides wage replacement to Rhode Island workers unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,043 per week plus dependents allowance Deadline: Rolling; file within 90 days of disability Location: Rhode Island

Rhodes Scholarship

World's most prestigious international scholarship program. Fully funds study at Oxford University for 2-3 years.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition + stipend + travel Deadline: Oct 2, 2024 Location: Global

Ron Brown Scholars Program

Prestigious leadership scholarship supporting college-bound Black high school seniors with up to $40,000 and wraparound mentorship.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $40,000 over four years Deadline: Jan 9, 2025 Location: United States

Rotary Global Grant Scholarships

Supports graduate-level coursework or research lasting 1-4 academic years in one of Rotary's areas of focus.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Minimum $30,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Global

Rwanda Hanga Pitchfest Fund

award Rwandan innovators with grants and corporate partnerships

Type: Grant Amount: USD 50,000 Deadline: Sep 7, 2024 Location: Rwanda

Rwanda Sustainable Housing Finance Facility

Blended finance facility enabling Rwandan banks and cooperatives to offer affordable green mortgages and housing microfinance.

Type: Loan Amount: USD $35,000,000 credit line with technical assistance Deadline: Nov 3, 2025 Location: Rwanda

Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant

Federal funding for regional, local, and tribal strategies that eliminate roadway fatalities and serious injuries.

Type: Grant Amount: Planning and demonstration grants up to $10M; implementation grants up to $25M Deadline: May 15, 2025 Location: United States

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Community Assistance Program

Provides water, wastewater, and Hetch Hetchy Power bill discounts plus emergency grants for low-income San Francisco residents.

Type: Benefit Amount: 25% off water charges, 20% off wastewater, 30% off Hetch Hetchy Power base charges, plus emergency grants up to $500 Deadline: Apply anytime; recertify every 2 years Location: California and San Francisco

Saudi Arabia Green Data Center Incentive Program

Incentive program offering grants and tariff reductions for hyperscale and colocation data centers adopting renewable energy and advanced cooling in Saudi Arabia.

Type: Incentive Amount: Up to SAR ر.س 45,000,000 per facility in grants and tariff relief Deadline: Dec 1, 2025 Location: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia KAUST Innovation Fund

deliver venture funding for deep-tech startups linked to KAUST

Type: Investment Amount: USD 200,000 to USD 5,000,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Vision 2030 Entrepreneurship Catalyst Grant

Empowers Saudi founders scaling ventures aligned with Vision 2030 strategic sectors.

Type: Grant Amount: SAR 2,000,000 milestone-based grant Deadline: Feb 10, 2025 Location: Saudi Arabia

SAVE Plan Income-Driven Repayment

Income-driven repayment plan for federal student loans that lowers monthly payments and offers faster forgiveness for low balances.

Type: Benefit Amount: Monthly payments set at 5%–10% of discretionary income with forgiveness after 10–25 years Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

SBA 504 Loan Program

Long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets through a partnership between Certified Development Companies and private lenders.

Type: Loan Amount: Typically up to $5 million ($5.5 million for select projects) Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

SBA 7(a) Loan Program

Flagship U.S. Small Business Administration loan guarantee that helps main street businesses access long-term financing for working capital, equipment, or acquisition.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to $5 million with SBA guaranty up to 85% Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

SBA Disaster Assistance Loans

Low-interest federal disaster loans for homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofits recovering from declared disasters.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to $500,000 for homeowners (real estate), $100,000 for renters (personal property), $2 million for businesses Deadline: Varies by declaration Location: United States

SBA Microloan Program

Microloans up to $50,000 for small businesses and startups via nonprofit intermediary lenders, plus technical assistance.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to $50,000; average $14,000 Deadline: rolling application Location: United States

Schwarzman Scholars Program

Fully-funded one-year master's program at Tsinghua University in Beijing focused on global leadership and public policy.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition, room and board, in-country travel, stipend Deadline: Sep 12, 2024 Location: Global

Seattle Utility Discount Program (UDP)

Offers electric, water, sewer, and garbage bill discounts to low-income Seattle residents served by Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities.

Type: Benefit Amount: 60% off electric bills; 50% off water, sewer, and garbage charges; emergency credits for past-due balances Deadline: Apply anytime; recertify every 18 months Location: Washington and Seattle

Senegal Creative Economy Export Grant

Export acceleration grants for Senegalese creative enterprises expanding fashion, music, film, and digital media globally.

Type: Grant Amount: XOF CFA 780,000,000 per enterprise Deadline: Jun 13, 2025 Location: Senegal

Singapore Quantum Communications Testbed

Grant program supporting pilots on Singapore's national quantum communications testbed for secure networks and satellite links.

Type: Grant Amount: SGD $6,200,000 per consortium Deadline: May 30, 2025 Location: Singapore

Singapore SEEDS Capital Deep Tech Fund

offer co-investment for Singapore deep-tech startups

Type: Investment Amount: SGD 2,000,000 to SGD 8,000,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Singapore

Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship

Supports transformative social entrepreneurs driving large-scale change through innovative solutions.

Type: Grant Amount: $2,000,000 over four years Deadline: Dec 1, 2024 Location: Global

Slovenia Circular Tourism Innovation Program

Support package for circular economy pilots in Slovenia's tourism clusters and UNESCO destinations.

Type: Grant Amount: €500,000 Deadline: Oct 1, 2025 Location: Slovenia and European Union

Smart Mobility and Fuel Choices R&D Program

Funds R&D collaborations that accelerate smart mobility, autonomous transportation, and alternative fuels technologies.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to 66% of approved R&D costs Deadline: Apr 7, 2025 Location: Israel

Social Security Disability Insurance

Monthly cash benefits and Medicare eligibility for workers who become disabled before retirement age.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average $1,500 per month; based on lifetime earnings Deadline: rolling application Location: United States

Social Security Retirement Benefits

Monthly income, survivor protection, and Medicare eligibility for retirees who have paid into Social Security.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average $1,907 per month in 2024; up to $4,873 with maximum earnings and delayed credits Deadline: rolling application Location: United States

Solomon Islands Blue Carbon Innovation Challenge

Grants supporting community-led mangrove, seagrass, and coral restoration enterprises across the Solomon Islands archipelago.

Type: Grant Amount: $1,500,000 Deadline: Sep 25, 2025 Location: Solomon Islands and Pacific Islands

South Africa TIA Seed Fund

fund South African tech start-ups through partner universities

Type: Grant Amount: ZAR 650,000 Deadline: Sep 11, 2024 Location: South Africa

South Africa Township Digital Services Grant

Grants empowering township-based enterprises to deliver digital services including connectivity, e-commerce, and public service platforms.

Type: Grant Amount: ZAR R18,500,000 per enterprise consortium Deadline: Jul 15, 2025 Location: South Africa

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Property tax exemption that shields up to $50,000 of a primary residence's fair market value for eligible South Carolina seniors and residents with disabilities.

Type: Benefit Amount: $50,000 reduction in taxable value on a primary legal residence Deadline: Apply with your county auditor or assessor between January 1 and July 15 for the current tax year Location: South Carolina

South Carolina Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Delivers heating and cooling bill assistance, crisis relief, and weatherization referrals to eligible South Carolina households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Heating benefit $300-$750; crisis aid covers arrears, deposits, and equipment repairs Deadline: Applications accepted year-round while funds last; peak heating season Oct–Mar Location: South Carolina

South Carolina Tuition Grants

Need-based grants helping South Carolina residents afford tuition at independent colleges and universities within the state.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $4,200 per year for 2025-26 Deadline: FAFSA priority June 30; document deadline September 1 Location: United States - South Carolina

South Dakota Assessment Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled

Freezes the assessed value of a principal residence for qualifying South Dakota seniors and disabled homeowners.

Type: Benefit Amount: Locks assessed value at the year of approval, limiting property tax increases Deadline: File application with county treasurer by April 1 Location: South Dakota

Spain Agrovoltaic Scale-Up Fund

Grant fund enabling Spanish cooperatives and SMEs to deploy agrovoltaic systems that integrate solar energy with regenerative agriculture.

Type: Grant Amount: €6,400,000 per project Deadline: Aug 1, 2025 Location: Spain

Spain ENISA Entrepreneurship Line

deliver participative loans for Spanish innovative SMEs

Type: Loan Amount: EUR 25,000 to EUR 1,500,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Spain

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Provides healthy foods, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and referrals for low-income pregnant and postpartum individuals and young children.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by state and participant category Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

State Unemployment Insurance

Weekly cash benefits for eligible workers who lose jobs through no fault of their own.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by state; typically 40-60% of prior wages up to state maximum (often $300-$900 weekly) Deadline: Varies by state Location: United States

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Monthly food benefits that help low-income households buy healthy groceries in authorized retail stores.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by household size and income Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Provides monthly cash assistance to low-income seniors, blind individuals, and people with disabilities to meet basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $943 per month for individuals in 2024 (higher in some states) Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

Sweden Almi Innovation Loan

offer flexible financing for Swedish innovators taking market risk

Type: Loan Amount: SEK 1,000,000 to SEK 10,000,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Sweden

Sweden Net-Zero Industrial Demonstrator

Grants for Swedish industrial clusters piloting net-zero technologies such as hydrogen, electrification, and carbon capture.

Type: Grant Amount: SEK kr150,000,000 per demonstrator Deadline: Sep 26, 2025 Location: Sweden

Switzerland Innosuisse Startup Coaching

Provides personalized coaching, vouchers, and networks for Swiss startups ready to scale.

Type: Coaching Amount: CHF ₣150,000 coaching vouchers Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Switzerland

Switzerland Venture Kick Seed Grant

provide staged financing for Swiss university spin-offs

Type: Grant Amount: CHF 150,000 Deadline: Aug 21, 2024 Location: Switzerland

Taiwan Asia Silicon Valley Accelerator

accelerate Taiwanese IoT and smart mobility startups

Type: Accelerator Amount: TWD 3,000,000 in services and grants Deadline: Aug 12, 2024 Location: Taiwan

TEACH Grant

Up to $4,000 per year for education students who commit to teaching high-need subjects in low-income schools.

Type: Grant Amount: $4,000 per year (prorated after sequestration) Deadline: FAFSA priority deadlines Location: United States

Teacher Loan Forgiveness

Federal program that forgives up to $17,500 in Direct or FFEL loans for qualifying teachers serving in low-income schools.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $17,500 in loan principal forgiven after five consecutive academic years Deadline: Apply after completing five years; submit before loans are consolidated or paid off Location: National

Techstars Accelerator Network

Global accelerator platform offering seed funding, mentorship, and investor access for early-stage startups across industries.

Type: Accelerator Amount: $120,000 investment for 6% equity plus optional $100,000 convertible note Deadline: Apr 10, 2025 Location: Global

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Provides time-limited cash assistance and supportive services to help low-income families with children achieve self-sufficiency.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by state and family size Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

Tennessee Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Helps Tennessee households afford heating and cooling through regular, crisis, and weatherization-linked benefits administered by local agencies.

Type: Benefit Amount: Regular benefit $350-$1,500 depending on fuel and income; crisis aid covers past-due balances and deposits Deadline: Applications accepted year-round while funds last; peak heating season Oct–Mar Location: Tennessee

Tennessee Promise Scholarship

Last-dollar scholarship and mentoring program covering tuition and mandatory fees at Tennessee community and technical colleges for recent high school graduates.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Covers last-dollar tuition and mandatory fees at eligible colleges Deadline: Key deadlines: November 1 application, December 31 FAFSA Location: United States - Tennessee

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

State-funded reimbursements that cover part of the property taxes on a primary residence for qualifying Tennessee homeowners.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by county; up to $500 on county taxes for elderly and disabled homeowners and up to $1,500 for disabled veterans Deadline: Apply through your county trustee by 35 days after the April tax delinquency date (typically early April or mid-May depending on county) Location: Tennessee

Tennessee Reconnect Scholarship

Last-dollar scholarship covering tuition and mandatory fees for eligible adults returning to Tennessee community or technical colleges.

Type: Benefit Amount: Covers remaining tuition and mandatory fees after other gift aid Deadline: FAFSA priority March 1; scholarship application deadlines vary by college Location: United States - Tennessee

Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Provides utility payment assistance, crisis support, and energy education to low-income Texas households facing high energy burdens.

Type: Benefit Amount: Utility assistance up to $1,600 per component annually; crisis payments vary by situation Deadline: Applications accepted year-round through local Community Action Agencies Location: Texas

TEXAS Grant (Toward Excellence, Access, and Success)

Need-based Texas state grant that covers tuition and fees for eligible students pursuing a first bachelor’s degree at public universities.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to the full amount of tuition and mandatory fees at eligible institutions Deadline: Priority deadline: January 15 FAFSA/TASFA Location: United States - Texas

Texas Homestead Exemption

Property tax exemptions and appraisal caps for Texas homeowners, including expanded school tax relief and additional benefits for seniors, disabled persons, and veterans.

Type: Benefit Amount: General residence homestead exempts $100,000 of school district value plus local optional amounts Deadline: File Form 50-114 with county appraisal district between January 1 and April 30 Location: Texas

Texas SNAP Food Benefits

Texas SNAP provides Lone Star Card food assistance with specialized strategies for rural, urban, and immigrant households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $973/month for a household of four Location: United States - Texas

Thailand Community Forest Restoration Fund

Grants for Thai community forest networks restoring degraded forests, enhancing livelihoods, and generating carbon credits.

Type: Grant Amount: THB ฿24,000,000 per community network Deadline: May 27, 2025 Location: Thailand

Thailand NIA DeepTech Accelerator

Provides funding, mentorship, and market access for Thai deep technology startups.

Type: Accelerator Amount: THB ฿5,000,000 support package Deadline: Aug 22, 2024 Location: Thailand

The Gates Scholarship

Last-dollar scholarship covering full cost of attendance for exceptional, Pell-eligible minority high school seniors.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full cost of attendance not covered by other aid Deadline: Sep 15, 2025 Location: United States

THI Summer Research Fellowships 2025

Small research grants that support UC Santa Cruz humanities PhD students' summer research and travel needs.

Type: Grant Amount: $500 – $2,500 Deadline: Mar 12, 2025 Location: United States

Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarship Program

Need-based and merit awards that help students at publicly supported HBCUs cover tuition, housing, and academic enrichment costs.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Varies; typically $3,000–$10,000 per academic year Deadline: May 1, 2025 Location: United States

Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme

Provides seed capital, training, and mentorship to African entrepreneurs across sectors.

Type: Grant Amount: $5,000 seed capital plus support Deadline: Mar 1, 2025 Location: Nigeria and Africa

Tory Burch Foundation Fellowship

Yearlong program providing $5,000 grant, education, and community to women entrepreneurs scaling early-stage businesses.

Type: Grant Amount: $5,000 grant + one-year fellowship programming Deadline: Nov 1, 2024 Location: United States

Turkey Earthquake-Resilient Infrastructure Bond Program

Program providing credit enhancement and technical assistance for Turkish municipalities issuing bonds to finance earthquake-resilient infrastructure.

Type: Bond Amount: TRY ₺1,200,000,000 bond issuance support per municipality Deadline: Oct 8, 2025 Location: Turkey

Turkey TÜBİTAK 1512 Techno-Entrepreneurship

support Turkish entrepreneurs turning research into startups

Type: Grant Amount: TRY 900,000 Deadline: Sep 19, 2024 Location: Turkey

UAE Dubai Future Accelerators

connect global startups with Dubai government partners

Type: Accelerator Amount: AED 500,000 in pilots and support Deadline: Sep 23, 2024 Location: United Arab Emirates

UAE Space Agritech Challenge

Innovation challenge funding agritech startups developing space-enabled solutions for desert agriculture and food security in the UAE.

Type: Grant Amount: AED د.إ 9,500,000 per startup Deadline: Jun 6, 2025 Location: United Arab Emirates

Uganda Climate-Smart Coffee Credit Facility

Credit facility for Ugandan financial institutions providing climate-smart loans to coffee cooperatives and smallholders.

Type: Loan Amount: USD $22,000,000 blended finance facility Deadline: May 16, 2025 Location: Uganda

UK Arts Council Developing Your Creative Practice

support UK creatives to take forward innovative practice

Type: Grant Amount: GBP 12,000 Deadline: Aug 20, 2024 Location: United Kingdom

UK Child Benefit

Taxable payment from HM Revenue & Customs to help with the cost of raising children, available to most families regardless of employment status.

Type: Benefit Amount: £25.60 per week for the eldest child and £16.95 for each additional child (2024-25) Deadline: Apply within 3 months of becoming responsible for a child Location: United Kingdom

UK Universal Credit

Monthly payment to help with living costs for people on a low income or out of work, replacing six legacy benefits in the United Kingdom.

Type: Benefit Amount: Standard allowance £311.68–£578.82 per month plus elements for children, housing, disability, and caring (2024-25) Deadline: Apply as needed Location: United Kingdom

Ukraine Digital Recovery Innovation Fund

Grant and technical support for Ukrainian digital solutions rebuilding public services, health systems, and MSMEs.

Type: Grant Amount: $5,000,000 Deadline: Aug 31, 2025 Location: Ukraine and Europe

UNCF General Scholarship and Internship Programs

Centralized portal for hundreds of scholarships, fellowships, and internships supporting Black students across majors and degree levels.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Varies; many awards range from $2,500 to $10,000 Deadline: Mar 31, 2025 Location: United States

UNDP Accelerator Labs Finance Window

Provides catalytic funding for public sector partners experimenting with portfolio approaches to the SDGs.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $250,000–$1,000,000 Deadline: Mar 21, 2025 Location: Global South

UNESCO International Fund for Cultural Diversity

Invests in projects that support the emergence of dynamic cultural and creative sectors in developing countries.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $100,000 Deadline: Jul 31, 2024 Location: Global

UNICEF Venture Fund

Equity-free funding and product mentorship for early-stage, open-source technology startups improving the lives of children.

Type: Fund Amount: Up to $100,000 equity-free investment Deadline: May 31, 2025 Location: Global

UNIDO Global Cleantech Innovation Programme

Provides technical assistance, mentorship, and seed funding to cleantech startups and SMEs addressing climate and energy challenges.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $100,000 in grants and services Deadline: Sep 30, 2024 Location: Global

UNU-IAS PhD in Sustainability Science Scholarships

United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability provides scholarships for outstanding applicants to its PhD program in Tokyo.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Tuition waiver and monthly allowance Deadline: Mar 15, 2025 Location: Global

Uruguay ANII Innovative Projects Fund

finance Uruguayan companies developing innovative solutions

Type: Grant Amount: UYU 6,500,000 Deadline: Oct 11, 2024 Location: Uruguay

US DOE Solar SBIR/STTR Topics 2025

Funds early-stage solar hardware and software innovations led by small businesses in collaboration with research partners.

Type: Grant Amount: Phase I up to USD $200,000; potential Phase II up to USD $1,100,000 Deadline: Feb 21, 2025 Location: United States

US Municipal Heat Resilience Grant

Grants for US municipalities implementing extreme heat resilience strategies including cooling infrastructure, urban greening, and community outreach.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $8,500,000 per city Deadline: Apr 30, 2025 Location: United States

US SBIR Phase II Expansion 2025

Supports scaling SBIR-backed technologies toward commercialization and government procurement readiness.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to USD $750,000 Phase II supplemental funding Deadline: Jun 30, 2025 Location: United States

USA EDA Build to Scale Venture Challenge

Funds organizations expanding regional innovation and capital access for high-growth startups in the United States.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $2,000,000 grant Deadline: Jul 24, 2024 Location: United States

USAID Development Innovation Ventures

Tiered funding to test and scale creative solutions that address global development challenges across sectors.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $15,000,000 Deadline: Rolling Location: Global

USDA ReConnect Loan and Grant Program

USDA financing for broadband deployment in rural and tribal communities lacking high-speed internet access.

Type: Grant Amount: Grants up to $35M, loans up to $50M, and 50/50 loan-grant combinations Deadline: Mar 31, 2025 Location: United States

USDA Section 502 Direct Home Loan

Zero-down payment mortgage for very low- and low-income rural homebuyers financed directly by USDA Rural Development.

Type: Loan Amount: Loan limit varies by county; payment assistance can reduce effective interest rate to 1% Deadline: Rolling Location: United States - Rural

USDA Section 502 Guaranteed Home Loan

Zero-down mortgage from approved lenders backed by USDA guarantees, helping moderate-income rural households become homeowners.

Type: Loan Amount: Loan limits set by lender underwriting within USDA guarantee cap Deadline: Rolling Location: United States - Rural

USDA Section 504 Home Repair Loans and Grants

Provides low-interest loans and grants to very low-income rural homeowners to repair, improve, or modernize dwellings.

Type: Benefit Amount: Loans up to $40,000 at 1% interest; grants up to $10,000 for seniors Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

USDA Value-Added Producer Grant

Helps U.S. agricultural producers and cooperatives develop value-added products, marketing plans, and working capital for rural business growth.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to USD $500,000 for working capital or USD $250,000 for planning projects Deadline: Apr 29, 2025 Location: United States

Utah Circuit Breaker and Indigent Abatement Programs

Property tax relief options that reduce or defer county property taxes for low-income Utah homeowners and renters.

Type: Benefit Amount: Circuit breaker provides up to $1,185 credit; indigent abatement can reduce taxes by 50% or up to $1,011 per year Deadline: Apply with the county treasurer or auditor by September 1 each year Location: Utah

Utah Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Provides seasonal bill credits, crisis help, and energy education for income-qualified Utah households facing high utility costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: $100–$1,000 per season; up to $1,500 for crisis or equipment repair assistance Deadline: Applications accepted November 1–April 30 for standard benefits; year-round for crisis cases Location: Utah

Utah Promise Scholarship

Last-dollar scholarship covering tuition and fees for Pell-eligible students at Utah's public colleges and universities.

Type: Grant Amount: Covers remaining tuition and fees after Pell and other grants Deadline: FAFSA priority deadlines vary by institution; typically March 1 Location: United States - Utah

VA Disability Compensation

Tax-free monthly payments for veterans with service-connected disabilities, plus added allowances for dependents.

Type: Benefit Amount: $171–$4,433+ per month in 2024, based on disability rating and dependents Deadline: rolling application Location: United States

VA Health Care Enrollment

Comprehensive medical, mental health, and pharmacy services for eligible veterans through the VA health care system.

Type: Benefit Amount: Value varies; many services have no premiums with limited copays based on priority group Deadline: rolling application Location: United States

VA Home Loan Guaranty

Zero-down, government-backed mortgages for eligible veterans, service members, and surviving spouses.

Type: Benefit Amount: Loan amounts up to conforming limits with zero down; funding fee varies 0.5%–3.3% Deadline: rolling application Location: United States

Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships

Canada’s premier doctoral scholarship recognizing world-class students in health, natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, and humanities.

Type: Scholarship Amount: $50,000 per year for three years Deadline: Nov 1, 2024 Location: Canada

Vermont Homestead Declaration and Property Tax Credit

Reduces school and municipal property taxes for Vermont resident homeowners through income-based credits linked to the annual homestead declaration.

Type: Benefit Amount: Credits vary; up to $8,000 or more depending on income and property tax Deadline: File Homestead Declaration Form HS-122 and Property Tax Credit Claim Form HI-144 by April 15 (automatic extension to October 15 for income tax filers) Location: Vermont

Vermont Renter Credit

Refundable Vermont income tax credit that returns a portion of rent paid by income-eligible households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $3,500 based on rent constituting more than 30% of household income Deadline: April filing deadline for Vermont income tax returns (usually April 15) Location: Vermont

Vermont Seasonal Fuel Assistance

Helps Vermont households pay winter heating costs with step-by-step guidance for applying and managing deliveries.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average household benefit ranges from $900-$2,500 depending on fuel type and need Location: United States - Vermont

Viet Nam Precision Fisheries Modernization Grant

Grants for Vietnamese fisheries cooperatives adopting precision technologies for sustainable, traceable seafood supply chains.

Type: Grant Amount: VND ₫140,000,000,000 per cooperative Deadline: Jul 9, 2025 Location: Viet Nam

Vietnam NIC Innovation Launchpad

accelerate Vietnamese startups through the National Innovation Center

Type: Accelerator Amount: VND 2,500,000,000 in services Deadline: Sep 28, 2024 Location: Vietnam

Vinnova Innovation Project Grant

Funds Swedish organizations developing solutions with strong sustainability impact.

Type: Grant Amount: SEK 2,500,000 Deadline: Oct 18, 2024 Location: Sweden

Virginia Energy Assistance Program

Provides fuel, crisis, and cooling assistance along with weatherization referrals to help Virginia households manage energy costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Fuel assistance $300-$1,500; crisis aid covers disconnections, deposits, heating repairs Deadline: Fuel assistance applications accepted mid-Oct to mid-Nov; crisis aid available Nov–mid-Mar and year-round for equipment emergencies Location: Virginia

Virginia G3 Tuition Assistance Program

Last-dollar tuition assistance for low- and middle-income Virginians pursuing in-demand degrees at community colleges.

Type: Benefit Amount: Covers tuition, fees, and textbooks; living stipend for eligible students Deadline: Rolling with priority for early FAFSA filers Location: United States - Virginia

Virginia Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Allows Virginia homeowners with limited income who are elderly or permanently disabled to reduce or fully exempt local real estate taxes.

Type: Benefit Amount: Localities may exempt 100% or provide partial relief based on income and net worth limits Deadline: Varies by locality; often March 1 to April 1 Location: Virginia

Visa She’s Next Grant Program

Visa’s grant and coaching program supporting Black women-owned small businesses with capital and mentorship.

Type: Grant Amount: $10,000 grant + coaching through IFundWomen Deadline: Feb 7, 2025 Location: United States

Washington Apple Health (Medicaid)

Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage with guidance on enrollment, managed care, and renewals.

Type: Benefit Amount: Comprehensive no-cost or low-cost health coverage for eligible Washington residents Location: United States - Washington

Washington Basic Food (SNAP)

Washington State’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program providing monthly food benefits and employment support to eligible households.

Type: Benefit Amount: Monthly EBT benefits based on household size and income Deadline: Applications accepted year-round Location: United States - Washington

Washington College Grant

State entitlement grant covering tuition and fees at eligible Washington colleges for low- and middle-income residents.

Type: Grant Amount: Covers up to full tuition at public institutions; prorated awards for private and apprenticeship programs Deadline: Priority FAFSA/WASFA deadlines set by individual campuses; awards available year-round until funds exhausted Location: United States - Washington

Washington Home Energy Rebates

Washington State Department of Commerce rebates that leverage Inflation Reduction Act funds for home efficiency and electrification.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $14,000 per household plus potential community adders Deadline: Program expected to launch in 2025 following DOE approval Location: Washington

Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave

Provides paid time off with wage replacement for Washington workers who need family or medical leave.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 90% of weekly pay, max $1,544 for 12 weeks Deadline: Rolling; file weekly claims within 30 days Location: Washington

Washington Working Families Tax Credit

Refundable state tax credit that boosts income for Washington workers and families, modeled on the federal EITC.

Type: Benefit Amount: $300 to $1,255 depending on income, filing status, and number of qualifying children Deadline: April 15 each year (claims accepted up to three years later) Location: Washington

Weatherization Assistance Program

Federal grant program that funds energy efficiency upgrades for low-income households to reduce utility costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average $8,000-$14,000 in home energy upgrades, depending on state and dwelling assessment Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme

Combines full graduate scholarships at the University of Oxford with a comprehensive leadership development program.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Full tuition and college fees, living costs Deadline: Dec 20, 2024 Location: Global

West Virginia Homestead Exemption

Reduces county property taxes for eligible West Virginia homeowners who are seniors or totally and permanently disabled by exempting the first $20,000 of assessed value.

Type: Benefit Amount: Exempts up to $20,000 of assessed value (equal to $100,000 of market value) Deadline: File application with the county assessor between July 1 and December 1 for the following tax year Location: West Virginia

WFP Innovation Accelerator Sprint Program

Supports teams developing disruptive solutions to end hunger through bootcamps, mentorship, and equity-free funding.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $100,000 Deadline: Sep 15, 2024 Location: Global

WFP Innovation Scale-Up Support 2025

Accelerates proven solutions combating hunger and malnutrition through de-risking capital and field support.

Type: Grant Amount: USD $500,000–$2,000,000 plus operational support Deadline: Mar 30, 2025 Location: Global

WIPO Global Awards 2025

Recognizes SMEs leveraging intellectual property to deliver inclusive economic and social impact.

Type: Prize Amount: USD $25,000 cash prize plus tailored IP mentorship Deadline: Feb 5, 2025 Location: Global

Wisconsin FoodShare

Monthly Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) assistance to help low-income Wisconsin households buy groceries.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to USDA Thrifty Food Plan allotments (e.g., $291/month for a single adult in 2025) Deadline: Year-round application; six-month or 12-month renewals Location: United States - Wisconsin

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Provides heating and electric bill assistance, crisis aid, and furnace services for income-qualified Wisconsin households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $200–$1,500 per heating season; crisis and furnace grants may add $1,200+ Deadline: Heating assistance available October 1–May 15; crisis assistance year-round Location: Wisconsin

Wisconsin Homestead Credit

Refundable credit that offsets property tax or rent for low-income Wisconsin residents.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $1,168 depending on household income and property tax/rent Deadline: Wisconsin income tax filing deadline (April 15); late claims accepted for four years Location: Wisconsin

Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative (We-Fi)

Mobilizes funding and capacity building for women-owned SMEs in developing countries through financial intermediaries and development partners.

Type: Grant Amount: Varies by implementing partner (multi-million allocations) Deadline: Nov 22, 2024 Location: Global

Women in Innovation Awards

Innovate UK awards for female entrepreneurs delivering commercially viable innovations with strong societal impact across the United Kingdom.

Type: Grant Amount: GBP £50,000 equity-free grant plus tailored business support Deadline: Oct 1, 2025 Location: United Kingdom

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Training Grants

Tuition, supportive services, and career coaching for jobseekers through WIOA Individual Training Accounts and programs.

Type: Grant Amount: Typically $2,000–$8,000 per participant plus supportive services Deadline: rolling intake Location: United States

World Bank Development Marketplace

Competitive grant program that funds innovative, scalable solutions addressing pressing development challenges.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $300,000 Deadline: Nov 8, 2024 Location: Global

Wyoming Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Helps Wyoming households pay winter heating bills, delivers crisis fuel, and funds energy efficiency upgrades.

Type: Benefit Amount: $200–$2,000 per season based on income, energy burden, and fuel usage; crisis grants cover additional costs Deadline: Applications accepted September 1–February 28 for regular benefits; crisis aid available through May Location: Wyoming

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program

Provides refunds of a portion of property taxes for eligible Wyoming homeowners based on income and asset limits.

Type: Benefit Amount: Refund up to 75% of the prior year's property tax, capped at one-half median residential tax Deadline: Apply online or by mail by the first Monday in June Location: Wyoming

Y Combinator Accelerator

Flagship Silicon Valley accelerator investing $500K in early-stage startups through an intensive three-month program.

Type: Accelerator Amount: $500K total: $125K for 7% equity plus $375K on an uncapped SAFE with MFN Deadline: Apr 22, 2025 Location: United States and Global

Zambia Critical Minerals ESG Program

Grant program supporting Zambian critical mineral producers to implement ESG best practices, traceability, and community development.

Type: Grant Amount: ZMW K120,000,000 per mining company Deadline: Aug 15, 2025 Location: Zambia

FEMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Program

Competitive FEMA grants that help states, localities, tribes, and territories fund projects that reduce or eliminate flood risk to NFIP-insured structures.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $50 million per community flood mitigation project; 75%–100% federal cost share depending on applicant type Deadline: Annual FEMA application cycle (typically opens in fall and closes in winter) Location: United States and U.S. Territories

HUD Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA)

Grants that fund housing, utility, and supportive services for low-income people living with HIV/AIDS and their families.

Type: Housing Amount: Varies by locality; assistance can cover full rent, short-term rent/mortgage/utility help up to 21 weeks, and supportive services Deadline: Applications accepted year-round through local project sponsors Location: United States and U.S. Territories

HUD Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities

Rental assistance and supportive services funding that enables adults with disabilities to live independently in integrated, affordable housing.

Type: Housing Amount: Rental subsidies tied to HUD Fair Market Rent; residents typically pay 30% of adjusted income Deadline: Waiting lists open periodically through local housing agencies Location: United States

IRS Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit (2024-2025)

A federal income tax credit that offsets the cost of installing electric vehicle chargers and other alternative fuel refueling equipment.

Type: Tax Credit Amount: 30% of eligible costs up to $100,000 per item for commercial projects; 30% up to $1,000 for residential chargers in eligible census tracts Deadline: Claim on federal tax return for the year equipment is placed in service Location: United States

SSA Plan to Achieve Self-Support (PASS)

A customized savings and expense plan that lets SSI recipients set aside income and resources for work goals without reducing their monthly cash benefit.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies: protects hundreds to thousands of dollars per month when approved work expenses are set aside Deadline: Open year-round Location: United States

SSA Ticket to Work Program

Free employment support services that help Social Security disability beneficiaries prepare for, find, and keep competitive jobs without immediately losing their cash or health benefits.

Type: Benefit Amount: Value varies: up to full vocational rehabilitation services, job coaching, benefits counseling, and protection of SSDI/SSI and Medicare/Medicaid while testing work Deadline: Open year-round Location: United States

State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI)

Treasury-backed capital programs that help states, territories, and tribes expand lending and investment for small businesses and startups.

Type: Funding Amount: Nationwide pool of $10 billion; individual businesses can access loans, guarantees, or equity investments ranging from $50,000 to $5 million Deadline: Program windows vary by state; many open now through 2026 Location: United States and U.S. Territories

USDA Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program

Low-interest loans and grants that help rural communities build and improve essential facilities such as clinics, public safety buildings, and childcare centers.

Type: Loan Amount: Loans up to 100% of project cost; grants typically cover 15%–75% depending on community need Deadline: Applications accepted year-round at local USDA Rural Development offices Location: United States

USDA School Breakfast Program

Federal reimbursements that help schools and childcare centers provide nutritious breakfasts to students at little or no cost.

Type: Benefit Amount: Free meals for students up to 185% of federal poverty guidelines; reimbursement rates range from $2.28 to $2.68 per meal in SY 2024-2025 Deadline: Household applications typically due at the start of each school year; direct certification runs automatically Location: United States

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Federal relief that helps renters and landlords cover past-due rent, future rent, and utilities when COVID-19 hardships caused arrears.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to 18 months of combined rental and utility support; local caps often range from $15,000 to $30,000 per household Deadline: Varies by local program (many open until funds are exhausted through 2025) Location: United States

Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan

Federal student loan that lets parents of dependent undergraduates borrow up to the full cost of attendance after other aid.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to the school-certified cost of attendance minus other financial aid Deadline: Apply anytime during the academic year before classes end Location: United States

FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program

Provides funding to states, tribes, and localities to reduce future disaster risk through projects like buyouts, floodproofing, and infrastructure upgrades.

Type: Grant Amount: Cost-share grants covering up to 75% of eligible project costs (up to 100% for small impoverished communities) Deadline: Deadlines set by state hazard mitigation offices following federal disaster declarations Location: United States

Homeowner Assistance Fund

Federal relief dollars that states use to help homeowners catch up on mortgages, property charges, and utilities after COVID-19 hardships.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $75,000 depending on the state program; average awards range from $10,000 to $40,000 Deadline: Varies by state (many programs accepting applications until funds are exhausted in 2025) Location: United States

HUD Emergency Housing Voucher

A Housing Choice Voucher expansion that helps people experiencing homelessness or fleeing violence secure stable housing with supportive services.

Type: Benefit Amount: Covers ongoing rent and security deposits; voucher value equals local payment standards minus 30% of household income Deadline: Rolling while vouchers remain available (allocations currently extend through 2030) Location: United States

Residential Clean Energy Credit

A federal income tax credit equal to 30% of qualified residential clean energy improvements such as solar panels, battery storage, geothermal heat pumps, and wind systems.

Type: Benefit Amount: 30% of eligible project costs through 2032 (no annual dollar cap) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

Provides low-income seniors with coupons or electronic benefits to buy fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs directly from local farmers.

Type: Benefit Amount: Most states offer $50–$80 per season, distributed as vouchers, coupons, or electronic cards Deadline: Application windows vary by state, typically opening in spring Location: United States

VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers

Provides monthly stipends, training, respite care, and support services to eligible family caregivers of seriously injured or ill Veterans.

Type: Benefit Amount: Monthly stipend varies by local pay rates and Veteran care level; primary caregivers also receive health insurance and respite Deadline: Apply anytime Location: United States

CDFI Fund Financial Assistance Awards

Flexible capital grants that help certified Community Development Financial Institutions expand lending and financial services in underserved markets.

Type: Grant Amount: $200,000 to $1 million per institution Deadline: Annual NOFA, typically early summer Location: United States

DOE Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships Program

Major Department of Energy grants that fund transmission upgrades, microgrids, storage, and grid modernization to enhance resilience and integrate clean energy.

Type: Grant Amount: $10 million to $250 million per project Deadline: Annual FOAs; concept papers typically due early summer Location: United States

EDA Recompete Pilot Program

Economic Development Administration grants that target persistently distressed labor markets with place-based investments in workforce, infrastructure, and entrepreneurship.

Type: Grant Amount: Strategy Development Grants up to $500,000; Implementation Grants up to $50 million Deadline: Periodic NOFOs; next round expected late 2025 Location: United States

EDA Tech Hubs Implementation Grant

Large competitive grants that help designated Tech Hubs scale regional innovation ecosystems, manufacturing capacity, and workforce pipelines for critical technologies.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $75 million Deadline: Annual NOFO following Tech Hub designations Location: United States

EPA Clean School Bus Program

EPA rebates and grants that help school districts and fleet operators replace diesel school buses with zero-emission or low-emission models and charging infrastructure.

Type: Grant Amount: Rebates up to $345,000 per bus; grants vary Deadline: Annual rebate application and periodic grant NOFOs Location: United States

HUD Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant

Large-scale grants for local partnerships to redevelop distressed public or assisted housing into mixed-income communities with comprehensive neighborhood revitalization.

Type: Grant Amount: Up to $50 million Deadline: Annual NOFO, typically late spring Location: United States

NIH SBIR/STTR Omnibus Solicitation

Seed funding from the National Institutes of Health for small businesses and research institutions to develop biomedical innovations through SBIR and STTR awards.

Type: Grant Amount: Phase I up to $300,000; Phase II up to $2 million (budget waivers available) Deadline: Three standard deadlines per year (January, April, September) Location: United States

SBA State Trade Expansion Program

Pass-through export grants that help small businesses cover trade missions, e-commerce localization, and international marketing costs.

Type: Grant Amount: Typical awards $2,000-$25,000 depending on state Deadline: Varies by state; most reopen annually Location: United States

USDA Rural Energy for America Program

Grants and loan guarantees that help agricultural producers and rural small businesses finance renewable energy systems and energy efficiency upgrades.

Type: Grant Amount: Grants up to $1 million, loan guarantees up to $25 million Deadline: Quarterly windows through 2025 Location: United States

USDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All Grants

Vision Zero planning and implementation grants that help local governments fund roadway safety improvements and traffic death prevention.

Type: Grant Amount: Planning grants up to $10 million; implementation grants up to $25 million Deadline: Annual NOFO, typically in late spring Location: United States

DOE Title 17 Clean Energy Financing Program

Offers loan guarantees for innovative clean energy, advanced transportation, and decarbonization projects that avoid, reduce, or sequester greenhouse gas emissions.

Type: Loan Amount: Loan guarantees up to 80% of eligible project costs; portfolio capacity over $300 billion Deadline: Rolling solicitations with Part I and Part II applications accepted year-round Location: United States

HUD FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage

Combines home purchase or refinance with renovation financing under one FHA-insured mortgage, enabling buyers to rehab or modernize properties.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to FHA county loan limits; rehabilitation portion ranges from $5,000 to structural caps depending on Standard or Limited 203(k) Deadline: Rolling (apply through FHA-approved lenders) Location: United States

HUD Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Option

Lets eligible Housing Choice Voucher households convert rental vouchers into monthly homeownership assistance for mortgage payments and housing costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Varies by PHA; monthly assistance equal to applicable voucher payment standard applied to homeownership expenses Deadline: Rolling (based on local Public Housing Authority intake cycles) Location: United States

HUD Project-Based Voucher Program

Provides long-term rental subsidies attached to specific housing units, enabling developers and nonprofits to preserve and create affordable housing.

Type: Benefit Amount: Subsidy equals the difference between tenant payment (typically 30% of income) and the contract rent up to HUD limits Deadline: Rolling (PHA Requests for Proposals or owner-initiated proposals on published schedules) Location: United States

IRS Small Business Health Care Tax Credit

Helps eligible small employers offset the cost of providing health insurance through the SHOP Marketplace.

Type: Tax Credit Amount: Up to 50% of employer-paid premiums (35% for tax-exempt employers) for two consecutive tax years Deadline: Claimed on annual tax filings; employers must purchase coverage through SHOP to qualify Location: United States

IRS Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

Federal tax credit for employers that hire individuals from targeted groups facing barriers to employment.

Type: Tax Credit Amount: Up to $9,600 per eligible new hire depending on target group, wages, and hours worked Deadline: IRS Form 8850 must be submitted within 28 days of hire date to state workforce agency Location: United States

Treasury New Markets Tax Credit Program

Delivers federal tax credits to investors who provide equity to Community Development Entities financing projects in low-income communities.

Type: Tax Credit Amount: 39% federal tax credit claimed over seven years on qualified equity investments Deadline: Annual CDFI Fund allocation application window (varies each year) Location: United States

USDA Section 515 Rural Rental Housing Direct Loan

Provides long-term direct loans to develop affordable rental housing for low- and moderate-income residents in rural areas.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to 100% of development costs (or appraised value) with 1% effective interest rate and up to 50-year term Deadline: Annual Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and rolling applications through USDA Rural Development state offices Location: United States