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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Business and Commerce

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U.S. Embassy Rangoon AEIF 2026 Grants Competition
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Myanmar)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 3, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in developing impactful projects that benefit communities in Burma and promote American values and interests.

International Development
Individuals
Waste Reduction & Innovation Grant
$50,000
Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy (R&E)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible schools, businesses, and nonprofits in Ramsey and Washington counties, Minnesota, for projects that significantly reduce solid waste through innovative practices and improvements.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY 2026 U.S. Leadership in Education, Advanced Manufacturing, and Digital Skills (U.S. LEADS) Program
$2,500,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 18, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2026

This program provides funding for U.S. nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions to facilitate international exchanges that strengthen workforce development in advanced manufacturing and digital skills for foreign leaders and policymakers.

International Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Enhancing the Flavor of Plant-based & Fermentation-derived Proteins
$500,000
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 25, 2026

Date Added

Feb 4, 2026

This funding opportunity supports research projects aimed at improving the flavor of plant-based and fermentation-derived proteins to enhance consumer acceptance and drive innovation in sustainable food systems.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Business and Workforce Development Grants
$3,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

May 20, 2026

Date Added

Feb 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and businesses in California focused on sustainable forest management and workforce training to boost the state's forest-sector economy and enhance climate resilience.

Workforce Development
State governments
EDA FY25 Disaster Supplemental
$50,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (Economic Development Administration)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to communities affected by recent natural disasters, enabling them to recover and build resilience through various projects aimed at economic development and infrastructure improvement.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
State governments
Small Business Development Centers
$525,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist small businesses and entrepreneurs in underserved areas of Illinois, helping them access resources, improve operations, and foster growth and innovation.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based organizations to facilitate a leadership and professional exchange program for emerging Tibetan leaders from China, India, Nepal, and Bhutan, fostering economic prosperity and cultural connections.

International Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
CHIPS Research and Development Office (CRDO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Commerce (National Institute of Standards and Technology)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2029

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This funding opportunity supports U.S. organizations in advancing research and commercialization of microelectronics and related technologies to strengthen domestic innovation and supply chains.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Federal Grant Support Program
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2024

This program provides matching grants to Illinois-based organizations, including local governments, nonprofits, and businesses, to enhance their competitiveness for federal funding in projects that support economic development and clean energy initiatives.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
FY 2025 EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (Economic Development Administration)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 2, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to distressed communities across the U.S. for infrastructure projects and economic development initiatives that create jobs and enhance local resilience.

Community Development
State governments
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$700,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This program provides funding to various stakeholders in Colorado's agricultural sector, including producer groups, nonprofits, and academic institutions, to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits and vegetables.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Professional Fellowship
$4,467,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 20, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based organizations to facilitate professional exchange programs for emerging leaders from Southeast Asia, focusing on key areas such as economic prosperity, energy, liberty, and security.

International Development
Nonprofits
Coordinating Agricultural Development & Innovation (CADI) Uzbekistan Exchanges: Promotion of U.S. Distilled Spirits
$115,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 14, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S. colleges and universities to develop training programs that educate Uzbek professionals on U.S. distilled spirits, fostering trade and industry connections.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NC IDEA ENGAGE Grant Program
$5,000
NC IDEA
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to individuals and organizations in North Carolina to create and support diverse entrepreneurial programs and events that foster community engagement and collaboration.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
FY 2026 American Film Showcase
$1,540,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to promote American film and media through international cultural exchanges and professional development programs.

Arts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Underserved, Value-Added, Regional Food Systems, and Supply Chain Grant Program
$100,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This program provides funding to support projects that enhance Michigan's food and agriculture sector, particularly focusing on underserved communities through initiatives like urban agriculture, food processing, and improved access to healthy foods.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Freedom 250: Kazakhstan Youth Leadership Camp
$80,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This grant provides funding for organizations to host a youth leadership camp in Kazakhstan, aimed at empowering FLEX program alternates through workshops on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and leadership development.

Youth
Nonprofits
Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 11, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to host international scholars for academic programs focused on critical themes like critical minerals, digital transformation, and economics, fostering global understanding and collaboration.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education