grants-for

Grants for Wisconsin Nonprofits & 501(c)(3) Organizations

Explore 1,609 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in Wisconsin. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives spanning 61 grant categories and beyond, updated daily.

Recipient type
State / Region
Nationwide / International
Grant category
Funding source type

1,609 grants found

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals to Aid Underprivileged ...

Deadline: 12/03/26 LOI Date: 09/09/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for a wide range of economic development and social empowerment projects. Applicants must submit an initial inquiry form prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects to address t...

GrantWatch ID#: 174694

Grants to Israel Technology Transfer Offices and Corporations for Nutrition and Food Research

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Israel Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) and industrial corporations for research projects related to nutrition and food. Funding is intended to support collaborative projects involving an American research partner. Eligible topics include food and nutr...

GrantWatch ID#: 207278

Grants to USA Scholars Affiliated with Nonprofit Research Institutes for Bioethics Research

Deadline: 01/04/27 LOI Date: 09/09/26

Grants to USA early-career scholars affiliated with nonprofit research institutes and universities to pursue research projects related to bioethics. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended for salary support as well as proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 223401

Grants to USA Research Institutions to Encourage Students to Consider Careers in Research

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to USA research institutions to encourage students to consider careers in research. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Students may be from all disciplines that are searching for a meaningful research experience that supports the funder...

GrantWatch ID#: 229083

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, For-Profits, and Agencies for Transportation Projects

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, Tribes, for-profits, and government agencies for transportation projects. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for capital projects to benefit the tra...

GrantWatch ID#: 231210

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic Literacy Projects

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects addressing financial education. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that enhance the teaching of economics and personal finance in a variety of venues that include, but are not limited to, schools...

GrantWatch ID#: 173515

Grants to USA Organizations to Restore and Enhance Water Resources and Farms

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to USA organizations in multiple states for projects that enhance water resources and farms in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support a wide range of conservation projects that are designed to improve, protect, and restore rivers and streams in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 200782

Grants to USA Nonprofit Arts Organizations for Curator-Led Contemporary Visual Arts Projects

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA and territories nonprofit arts organizations for curator-led visual arts projects. Funding is intended to support hosting existing exhibits and adapting them to develop new programs and modifying the exhibition checklist. Eligible pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 204940

Grants to Wisconsin Organizations for Activities to Benefit the Community in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to Wisconsin organizations for programs, projects, and activities to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for initiatives that address community needs and invest in the longevity of the community. Eligible organ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218991

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Research Studies Related to Osteosarco...

Deadline: 03/05/27 LOI Date: 09/10/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for research studies related to osteosarcoma (OS). Applicants are required to submit an LOI, and first-time applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application....

GrantWatch ID#: 224286

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, Faith-Based Entities, and Schools to Benefit Eligibl...

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects focusing on human services, education, health, recreation, arts and culture, the envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 226114

Grants to USA IHEs for Cardiovascular and Brain Health-Related Research Projects

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to USA IHEs for cardiovascular and brain health-related research projects. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended to support undergraduate and graduate schools that provide degrees in biomedical science and health profes...

GrantWatch ID#: 229085

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies for Global Oncology Research

Deadline: 01/14/27 LOI Date: 09/10/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and research organizations, NGOS, government agencies, and IHEs for research related to global oncology. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support innovative proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 231384

Grants to USA Organizations for Initial Scientific Research on Finding Habitable Worlds

Deadline: 10/26/26 LOI Date: 09/10/26

Grants to USA organizations for initial scientific research to inform future endeavors to find other habitable worlds. Applicants must submit a notice of intent to apply and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 231679

Grants to USA Researchers and Clinicians to Improve Infant Health Outcomes

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to USA researchers and clinicians to improve infant outcomes through maternal immunization. Funding is intended for interventions that show measurable results in the form of increased maternal immunization for RSV. The goal is to improve infant outcomes thr...

GrantWatch ID#: 231726

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Arts Programs and Operational Support

Deadline: 10/15/26 LOI Date: 09/11/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, public schools, and IHEs for arts activities and organizational support. New applicants, as well as applicants who have not applied in recent years, must send a letter of intent prior to app...

GrantWatch ID#: 147173

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for community benefit initiatives. Funding is intended for proposals in the areas of education, humanitarian support, disadvantaged children, environment, arts and culture, and animal welfare. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164766

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Natural Resources Conservation and Management

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for natural resources conservation and management. Applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support initiatives to protect the enviro...

GrantWatch ID#: 180156

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Qualifying Municipalities in Multiple ...

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329

Award to a USA Public Library to Recognize Outstanding Community Impact

Deadline: 09/11/26

Award to a USA public library to recognize outstanding community impact. Award criteria include community engagement, efforts to promote inclusion, collaboration with local government, community recognition, leadership development, environmental sustainability, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 196885

In-Kind Donations of Insulin to USA Nonprofit Summer Camps that Serve Children and Youth With ...

Deadline: 09/11/26

In-kind donations of insulin to USA and territories nonprofit diabetes summer camps. The purpose of the program is to ensure that children with diabetes up to age 18 will be able to enjoy a full camp experience. Requests will be accepted from nonprofit camps as we...

GrantWatch ID#: 197070

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Black Churches for Historic Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to USA qualifying nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and historically Black churches for historic preservation projects. The purpose of the program is to preserve historically Black houses of worship and to promote continued preservation activities. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204895

Grants to USA Eligible IHEs to Improve Research Capacity

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to USA eligible institutions of higher education to improve research capacity. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Applications must be collaborative, address the educational needs of students, and meet com...

GrantWatch ID#: 215005

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Countries

Deadline: 09/12/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible international communities. New applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities that improve standards of living, address pover...

GrantWatch ID#: 203911

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities to Address a Global Issue

Deadline: 09/13/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals to address a global issue. Entries will be ranked based on their social impact, commitment to helping others, relevance, and degree of detail included. All entry materials are required to be or...

GrantWatch ID#: 205006

Grants to USA Agencies and Service Providers to Mitigate Crimes Against Older Adults

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, tribes, and service providers to address crimes against older adults. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support programs and services to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 151755

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to enhance the local quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of economic development, community service, environment, education and youth...

GrantWatch ID#: 160260

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Studies Related to Dementia and Alzhe...

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International clinicians and researchers at universities, medical centers, nonprofit organizations, and biotech companies for studies related to dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Funding is intended to advance drug development for Alzhei...

GrantWatch ID#: 181960

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Studies Related to Alzheimer's Diseas...

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International clinicians and researchers working at universities, academic medical centers, nonprofits, and biotechnology companies for research related to Alzheimer's Disease interventions. The purpose is to support precision prevention...

GrantWatch ID#: 182777

Grants to Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics for Medical Residency Programs in Rural Areas

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to Wisconsin hospitals and clinics to provide medical residency programs in rural communities. Funding is intended to prepare new physicians to work in rural communities. Activities may include rural rotations, curriculum development, technical assistance ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187086

Grants to Wisconsin Rural Hospitals and Clinics to Improve Physician Education

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to Wisconsin hospitals and clinics in rural areas to improve educational opportunities for physicians. Funding is intended for programs in the specialties of family medicine, general surgery, obstetrics, internal medicine, pediatrics, or psychiatry. Project...

GrantWatch ID#: 187087

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Clinicians for Research Related to De...

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International clinicians and researchers based at nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and medical centers for Alzheimer's disease treatment research. Funding is intended to support non-clinical studies and early-phase clinical ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187795

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early Career Professors for Melanoma Research

Deadline: 11/05/26 LOI Date: 09/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career professors affiliated with academic and nonprofit research institutions for melanoma research. Applicants are required to confirm eligibility prior to applying. Funding is intended for proposals that address pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 191652

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Rare Diseases Research Conducted by Early-Stage Resear...

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations to support research on rare diseases conducted by early-stage researchers. The purpose of the opportunity is to provide the organizations with matching funds to support the investigator's basic bench research. At le...

GrantWatch ID#: 205008

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Teams for Collaborative Pediatric Cancer Research

Deadline: 01/08/27 LOI Date: 09/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigator teams working collaboratively for pediatric cancer research projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended to support consortia of research teams working collaborativel...

GrantWatch ID#: 231109

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and For-Profits to Improve Water Utilitie...

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government entities, educational institutions, research organizations, and consultants to improve the monitoring of underground water utilities infrastructure. The purpose of the fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 231596

Grants to USA Organizations for Innovative Postsecondary Education Models

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations operating eligible postsecondary education models. Funding is intended for innovative models that increase access to higher education, remove barriers, and improve educational outcomes. Applicants should demonst...

GrantWatch ID#: 231712

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Promote Education and the Arts

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for education and arts-related projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support educational programs in the STEAM disciplines or to increase access to the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 130883

Grants to Wisconsin Agencies, Tribes, Nonprofits, and IHEs to Protect Natural Resources

Deadline: 11/15/26 LOI Date: 09/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin government agencies, tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and IHEs to protect natural resources. Applicants must ensure they are eligible and submit a pre-application prior to submitting a full proposal. The purpose of the program is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 146948

Grants to Wisconsin Entities to Train and Educate Hunters

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin agencies, tribes, IHEs, school districts, conservation organizations, and individuals for projects and programs that train and educate new hunters and mentors. Priority will be given to programs geared towards females, adults, and families. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 148117

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribal Organizations for Research on Endangered Languages

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and tribal organizations for research on languages that are under threat of extinction. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of infrastructure, language description, and computational methods. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 151111

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit the Community in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit the community in eligible locations. Areas of focus include children and youth, community development, the arts, community wellness, health, education, senior programs, and histori...

GrantWatch ID#: 159695

Grants to USA Middle Schools for After-School Athletics Programming

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA middle schools for after-school athletics programming serving students in grades 6-8. Funding is intended for the acquisition of sports equipment, safety equipment, and uniforms. The goal of the funding source is to help as many programs and schools ...

GrantWatch ID#: 163705

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs to Promote Oral Health Care

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Wisconsin community-based nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that promote oral health care. Funding is intended to support dental clinics serving underserved populations, promote dental health education, and adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 170711

Grants to Wisconsin Agencies, Nonprofits, and Schools to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Wisconsin government agencies and nonprofit, educational, and faith-based organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a range of purposes, including arts and culture, education, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173767

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit the Elderly, Women, Children, and Low...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for initiatives that benefit the elderly, women, children, and low-income and disadvantaged individuals in eligible regions. Funding is intended to be used for projects and general operations. Focus areas include health,...

GrantWatch ID#: 176688

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit the community in eligible regions. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that have cultural, educational, benevolent, or charitable purpose...

GrantWatch ID#: 176885

Grants to USA and Scandinavia Nonprofits for Programs and Events that Promote Nordic or Americ...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and Scandinavia nonprofit organizations for public programs and events that aim to promote an appreciation of Nordic culture in the United States or American culture in Nordic countries. Funding is intended to encourage the public app...

GrantWatch ID#: 179950

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Schools, and Municipalities for Community Benefit Projects in ...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipalities for projects to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that serve the community in the areas of education, the environment, the arts, health and human servi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180924

Fellowships and Grants to USA Artists and Nonprofits in Multiple States for Activities Related...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of up to $10,000 to USA individual artists and practitioners in multiple states and grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for activities related to folk art and tradition. Funding is intended to support and perpetuat...

GrantWatch ID#: 182867
GrantWatch Intelligence™ Uncover best-fit funders faster. Let AI-powered GrantWatch Intelligence do the searching, so you can focus on applying. Try GrantWatch Intelligence →

How to Find & Apply for Nonprofit Grants in Wisconsin

Securing grant funding starts with identifying opportunities where your mission aligns with the funder's core objectives. Use the GrantWatch directory filters above to narrow your search by category, funding source, and deadline, covering education, healthcare, social justice, capital support, and operating expenses. GrantWatch.com provides subscribers with the most grants for nonprofits and small businesses, including funding for your nonprofit, 501(c)(3), NGO, education, religious or community organization, municipality, small business, individual, or tribal nation. Beyond grant search, GrantWatch is a full grant lifecycle platform, supporting every stage from prospecting through post-award reporting, with the Grant Prospecting Dashboard and Grant Funding Pipeline to track opportunities, GrantWatch Intelligence™ to uncover best-fit funders faster, and the AI Grant Writing Tool to accelerate proposal development.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to search or apply for grants on GrantWatch?

A free GrantWatch account includes newsletter updates, access to grant listings, and light use of the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, Claim Your Profile, and AI Grant Writing Tool features. To fully search, filter, and track grants as a serious grant seeker, a MemberPlus+ subscription is required. GrantWatch does not charge a fee to apply for a grant directly with a funding source, and never requires payment in exchange for a guaranteed award.

What types of nonprofit grants are available on GrantWatch?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for nonprofits across 61 categories, including Education, Health and Medical, Housing, Arts and Culture, Youth and At-Risk Youth, and Community Services, along with operating support, capital campaigns, and program expansion funding.

How often is the GrantWatch grant database updated?

GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.

Can newly formed 501(c)(3) organizations apply for these grants?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm whether your organization qualifies.