Grants to USA nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, government agencies, and individuals to enhance the quality of undergraduate STEM education. Unaffiliated individual applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. The goal of this program is to increase diversity and interest in the STEM disciplines, prepare students ...

Prizes of $25,000 and other award benefits to USA and territories local governments, tribes, regions, and nonprofits representing communities that have prioritized health. Initial applications are due prior to the final deadline. Funding is intended to recognize communities that have come together around a commitment to he...

Fellowships of $60,000 to USA physicians for a one-year academic program studying how to improve the health of vulnerable and disadvantaged populations. Fellows will receive a Masters in public health at the end of the program. Participants will transforming health care delivery systems and policy and practice innovations...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, IHEs, agencies, businesses, technical schools, and faith-based institutions for a media mentorship program on disability-related issues. While the activities and outcomes supported by this program will mostly take place in Texas, any organization in the USA can apply. Funding is in...

Fellowships to USA individuals for projects that catalyze change and advance reform on issues related to the criminal justice system. The fellowships are intended to mitigate the harmful impact of current criminal justice policies on communities, families, and individuals in the United States. Fellowships should involve...

Fellowships to USA and territories students to support doctoral or master’s degree research in the STEM fields, as well as STEM education. This program selects students early in their graduate careers according to a demonstrated potential for significant achievements in STEM research of STEM education. Three years of...

Fellowships to USA mid-career professionals working at nonprofits, government agencies, and academic institutions to engage with the federal health policy process in Washington, DC. The fellowship provides exemplary health professionals and social and behavioral scientists the opportunity to learn more about health and hea...

Awards of $20,000 to recognize USA nonprofits, agencies, and IHEs for projects or programs completed in 2017 and/or 2018 that benefited people with Alzheimer's, related dementias, and/or their family or informal caregivers. Awards are given in three distinct categories, including creativity, diversity, and public policy. ...

Fellowships of up to $6,500 to USA journalists to produce stories on healthcare performance. Funding is intended for each fellow to produce a series of stories highlighting a specific topic in the healthcare system, along with its problems and potential improvements, through academic research, interviews, background briefi...

Fellowships of $80,000 and fellowships of $90,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for community projects that bring positive social change. The projects may be in the areas of education, environmental sustainability, economic development, justice and human rights, health, hunger and poverty alleviation, and r...

Grants ranging from $500 to $2,000 to Marion County, Oregon nonprofit organizations for cultural awareness and arts projects. Funding is intended to increase access to cultural resources, strengthen communities, and inspire youth to participate in creative expression activities. Program areas include visual arts, performan...

Grants to USA and territories and Canada nonprofit organizations for efforts to introduce Japanese performing arts to local audiences. Funding may be requested for touring projects that present Japanese art in multiple locations and for collaborative projects between Japanese artists and American or Canadian artists. T...

Award of $5,000 to a USA individual representing any professional setting to recognize outstanding efforts to encourage underrepresented students to pursue careers in the chemical sciences and engineering. In addition to a cash prize, the winner will designate an academic institution to receive a grant of $10,000 to furthe...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $35,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to empower young women by providing healthy reproductive education. Emphasis is placed on programs serving women who lack access to unbiased information regarding reproductive health and their options in life. The Anna Lalor Burdick (ALB) Program supp...

Grants ranging from $15,000 to $50,000 to USA State historic preservation offices, certified local governments, and tribal, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian organizations for activities necessary to qualify and provide nominations of sites for historic place or landmark recognition. Grant projects must support the su...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for environmental education initiatives, access to clean water and energy for underserved areas, and developing sustainable and innovative technologies. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life in communities around the world. Priority wil...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA and Puerto Rico member colleges and universities to support new and existing programs and courses in STEM-related entrepreneurship. Successful proposals will involve the formation of student teams, experiential learning, and creative pedagogical approaches. VentureWell awards faculty gra...

Grants up to $10,000 to Portland Area, Oregon nonprofit organizations to meet the basic human needs of low-income households. Organizations may provide basic support such as food, household items, prescriptions, school supplies, hygiene assistance, and clothing to families in the North, Northeast, and Southeast Portland ar...

Scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $12,000 to USA women who are pursuing degrees and courses of study required for professional advancement or employment opportunities. This program is intended for women who are reentering the workforce, seeking to advance in a current career, or are in the process of making a career chan...

Grants typically ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to Portland, Oregon nonprofits, neighborhood and business associations, and neighborhood groups for projects that improve physical spaces in eligible neighborhoods. The submission of a preliminary application is required. Projects must promote the prosperity of local residen...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon and Washington nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and public organizations for initiatives to reduce economic, health, and educational disparities in disadvantaged communities. Funding is intended to advance racial equality, improve advocacy, and increase the effectiveness of ...

Grants starting at $12,000 to USA IHEs, nonprofit organizations, unaffiliated individuals, and tribal organizations for scholarly research on endangered human languages. Funding is intended to support language recording and documentation; the creation of infrastructures to preserve and increase access to such documentation...

Awards to USA and Canada middle and high schools to recognize innovative science education programs for students in grades 6-12. The purpose of this program is to support outstanding approaches in science lab instruction that utilize limited laboratory and school resources. This program also seeks to raise awareness and ex...

Event sponsorships of up to $500 to Oregon and Washington nonprofit organizations that focus on breaking the cycle of childhood poverty. Applications are invited from organizations serving Clackamas, Washington, and Multnomah Counties, Oregon; and Clark County, Southwest Washington. Criteria: -Alignment with UWCW mis...

Grants to USA researchers for innovative research to address the causes and impacts of the shift in the quality of jobs available for less-skilled and moderately skilled workers. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Proposals are invited for investigator-initiated research that will broaden...

Grants to USA scholars to support high-level research on the economic, political, and social effects of the shifting ethnic and racial composition on the nation. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Applications are invited for proposals addressing immigration, race, and ethnicity in the co...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding will be provided for programs that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, facilitating American Indian education (particularly college, graduate, and post-graduate education), ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in communities where the Funding Source operates. Initiatives should focus on disaster relief, helping children and families, access to medical and health services, services for U.S. troops, pharmacy education, and education for underserved youth. The pro...

Grants to USA researchers to support social sciences research addressing behavioral economics, social inequality, immigration and ethnicity, and the future of the workforce. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. This program supports the use of new data and analysis methods to examine questi...

Grants to USA scholars for innovative research addressing how political and social trends impact immigrants and immigration. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Possible research topics include legal status, naturalization and citizenship, mixed-ancestry, ethnic identity, integration, race...

Grants ranging from $500 to $1,500 to USA nonprofit organizations to support recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. Priority will be given to proposals that benefit economically disadvantaged or low-income individuals. Funding must be used directly to support individuals with disabilities in recreational ...

Grants ranging from $200 to $2,000 to California grassroots groups to enhance the quality of life for local residents and improve the social fabric of communities in Curry, Trinity, Del Norte, and Humboldt Counties. Proposals should involve citizens working together to address a community need or goal. For the purpose ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for the development of new programs or the assessment of existing programs that promote educational success for disadvantaged children. Initial proposals are due by December 1. Applications are invited for the following two types of projects: 1. Program Development Goal: Develo...

Grants to Oregon and Washington nonprofits, tribes, schools, and public entities for sports and physical activity programs as well as community benefit programs in the Metropolitan Portland region. Priority funding is intended for inclusive programs that serve underrepresented populations. Grant applications are accept...

Grants to USA and Canada postdoctoral fellows at IHEs for research addressing the biological mechanisms of preterm birth. Proposals may involve computational or molecular approaches, such as immunology, mathematics, genetics, genomics, evolutionary biology, engineering, and other basic sciences. These approaches hold enorm...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, individuals and institutions of higher education to support the translation and preparation of editions of humanities texts. Applicants are required to create or verify the required registrations well in advance of the deadline date. Schola...

Grants averaging between $550 and $2,500 to USA artists, nonprofits, and IHEs for art projects that educate the public on important contemporary issues. Funding is intended to assist artists and organizations that are often excluded from mainstream opportunities for various reasons. The Foundation is interested in art p...

Grants of $4,500 to a USA, Canada, or International public library to expand or build up its romance fiction collection, as well as to fund romance fiction programs. Funding is intended to purchase romance fiction or for program expenses such as author honorariums, travel expenses, or others. The applying library must d...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs to support volunteer staff members carrying out a broad range of community services. National applicants must consult with state commisions prior to applying. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take at least three to four week...

Grants generally ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA organizations and artists for projects that promote the arts and inform the public about minorities and respecting diversity. Priority is given to finite projects that have a definite end, as opposed to long-term sustainable projects. Eligible projects are those that p...

Awards of $250 and $100 to USA Muslim young adults, ages 18-29, to recognize artistic achievements that reflect on Muslim identity and diversity. The award is intended to change perceptions and build awareness of Muslim societies through direct experiences with artists and their work. This competition provides opportun...

Awards of $1,800 to USA and territories, and Canada K-12 minority science educators in urban areas to participate in a professional development learning opportunity. Funding is intended to increase the talent pool for diverse science teachers in order to be more prepared for future workforce challenges. This award prov...

Grants typically ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to Bay area, California and Greater Portland area, Oregon nonprofit organizations for activities in the areas of environment, health and human services, arts and culture, and education. Funding may be requested for specific projects and general support. The Board selects ...

Grants to USA state, territory, and tribal governments to implement natural hazard mitigation strategies. Applicants are advised to complete the required registrations at least four weeks prior to the deadline. The purpose of this program is to reduce the overall risk to individuals and property from natural hazards, while...

Grants of $3,000 and grants of $5,000 to USA and Canada grassroots groups, tribes, and First Nations organizations for projects that strive to mitigate the negative impacts of mining. Projects that aim to protect the ecosystems, environment, community health, and cultural resources from mining impacts will be given prefere...

Grants to USA Tribal governments and nonprofits and grants to California nonprofits and K-12 schools and school districts in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for community services. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of health, education, special projects, and economic and community development. San Manu...

Grants ranging from $250 to $1,500 to Lane County, Oregon organizations and groups to provide cultural opportunities within the City of Springfield. Activities may include theater, dance, visual art, concerts, and literature. Funding is available for arts-related projects that result in a public exhibit, product, program, ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that support arts, culture, and economic and racial justice. Funding is intended for programs that address the Foundation's focus areas, and that have a regional, national, and global impact. In addition to the eligibility criteria, the Foundation suggests that applic...

Grants to USA, Mexico, and Haiti nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, schools, churches, and hospitals for a broad range of high-quality programs and services that improve the quality of life for underserved children. Funding will specifically be provided for programs focused on children's education, children's...

Grants to USA nonprofits for activities that positively impact people around the world and their communities. Support is primarily given to programs in the areas of architecture and the arts, education, addressing the needs of underserved communities, and scientific research. The Foundation also supports programs that s...