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Grants for International Individuals

Explore 1,143 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for individuals, including artists, teachers, veterans, musicians, scientists, inventors, entrepreneurs, farmers, homeowners, and students pursuing college scholarships and fellowships, operating in International. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives, updated daily.

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1,143 grants found

Awards to USA and Canada IHE Students for Ocean Solutions

Deadline: 09/16/26

Awards to USA and Canada students at IHEs for presenting solutions to the human consumption of oceanic resources. The purpose of the initiative is to generate ideas about how marine resources can continue to be used without becoming depleted. The goal of the prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 205582

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, Tribes, and Agencies t...

Deadline: 10/16/26 LOI Date: 09/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, IHEs, school districts, government agencies, and tribes to address barriers to cancer treatments of underrepresented communities. Applicants must complete the required r...

GrantWatch ID#: 217683

Grants to Ontario Artists and Organizations to Produce Musical Works in Any Genre

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to Ontario artists, groups, and nonprofit organizations to promote the field of music throughout the province. Funding is intended to support activities that are accessible to the general community and that engage local residents. Eligible areas include, bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 154661

Grants to Ontario Artists, Nonprofits, and Groups for Multidisciplinary Art

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants to Ontario professional artists, nonprofit arts organizations, collectives, groups, and other organizations to create, produce, and present multidisciplinary works of art, arts activities, and events. Funding may also be used to support professional develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 175548

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Artists to Present Art Programming in Local Libraries

Deadline: 10/06/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Grants of $20,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations, artists, and collectives in eligible locations to present art programming to local public libraries. The purpose of the program is to support artists' engagement with the community. Eligible uses of funds ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172829

Opportunity for British Columbia First Nations Students to Join a Language Program

Deadline: 10/15/26 Conference Date: 09/17/26

Opportunity for British Columbia First Nations students to participate in language training programs. Funding is intended to cover expenses related to paid internships and language learning programs, including mentor and apprentice stipends, tuition and living exp...

GrantWatch ID#: 209097

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Researcher or Graduate Student for Research on Anxiet...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grant of $7,500 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career researcher or graduate student for psychological research. Funding is intended to support the exploration of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. Eligible uses of funds are for basic and clinical re...

GrantWatch ID#: 183488

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Graduate Student or Psychologist for Work-Related Res...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grant of $19,000 to a USA, Canada, or International graduate student or psychologist affiliated with a nonprofit institution or government entity for work-related psychological research and educational projects. Funding is intended to support activities that explo...

GrantWatch ID#: 190442

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Surgical Students for Research Projects

Deadline: 09/18/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals in postgraduate surgical training programs for research projects. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended to support salaries and direct expenses related to the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223188

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Junior Faculty Member for Surgical Research

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International junior faculty member to conduct a surgical research project. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for direct expenses related to the research project. The purpose ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223189

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Junior Surgical Resident for Promoting Diversity

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $50,000 to a USA, Canada, or International early-career junior faculty member to recognize excellence in fostering diversity in the field of academic surgery. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for direct ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223190

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Surgical Palliative Care Research

Deadline: 09/18/26

Award of $20,000 to a USA, Canada, or International full-time faculty member to conduct a research project related to surgical palliative care. Applicants must be members of the funding source's organization. Funding is intended for clinical or basic science resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 223191

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Research Groups to Devise Mental Health Interve...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International research groups affiliated with IHEs, hospitals, research institutions, nonprofit organizations, enterprises, and governments to participate in a contest to devise mental health interventions. The purpose of the oppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 229520

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Companies to Address Autoimmune...

Deadline: 09/18/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, researchers, students, and companies to participate in a pitch contest to present healing mechanisms for inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. Areas of interest include dermatology, rheumatology, and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 231278

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Public K-12 Schools and Nonprofits for Theater Resources

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Puerto Rico public K-12 schools, teachers, and nonprofit parent groups for theater program resources. Funding is intended to help under-resourced schools purchase equipment, instruments, costumes, and other materials that strengt...

GrantWatch ID#: 231682

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists and Teams to Design Public Murals

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists and teams to design public murals for eligible locations. Funding is intended to beautify crosswalks throughout the city. The goal of the program is to utilize art as a means for calming traffic, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 231907

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Jewish Individuals for Exceptional Leadership

Deadline: 09/19/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Jewish individuals to recognize exceptional leadership and humanitarian accomplishments. Nominations are welcome on behalf of individuals under age 50 who have made a significant, measurable, and positive global impact. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 177586

Grants to Canada IHE Faculty Members to Partner with For-Profits for the Development of Techno...

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Canada IHE faculty members to partner with companies, researcher-owned companies, and early-stage investment groups to develop and transfer technology from colleges and universities to companies throughout the country. Funding is intended to support rese...

GrantWatch ID#: 160240

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, and Universities to...

Deadline: 09/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, and universities to participate in a competition to address the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Eligible individuals are between the ages of 18 and 35. Contest categories include climate ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227354

Grants to Canada Researchers for Collaborative Research with Researchers from Other Countries

Deadline: 09/22/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible post-secondary institutions for collaborative research with researchers from other countries. First-time applicants must register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. The pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 217831

Residencies for Quebec Emerging Artists for a Film or Video Project

Deadline: 09/23/26

Residencies with a value of $75,000 to Quebec artists in eligible locations for documentary projects. Funding is intended to assist emerging filmmakers from culturally diverse backgrounds. Grants may be used to support the creation and production stages of filmmak...

GrantWatch ID#: 176319

Grants to Alberta Artists, Cultural Workers, and Collectives for Professional Development

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta individual artists, cultural workers, and collectives in eligible locations for professional development opportunities. Funding is intended for programs and activities related to the development of an artist’s practice and caree...

GrantWatch ID#: 201153

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual or Organization for Strides in Worldwide S...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or organization in recognition of tremendous strides in the area of worldwide security. The purpose of the award is to honor unique contributions in areas including technology, research publications, new initiati...

GrantWatch ID#: 223425

Grants to Ontario Professional Dance Artists, Groups, and Nonprofits for Professional Developm...

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Ontario professional dance artists, groups, collectives, and nonprofit organizations for the creation of dance presentations and for professional development. Funding is intended for the production, presentation, and development of live and virtual dance...

GrantWatch ID#: 154658

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Glaucoma Studies

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers at nonprofit organizations and institutions for research that expands knowledge of glaucoma and addresses prevention and treatment. Funding is intended to help support studies that spearhead new research that co...

GrantWatch ID#: 162013

Grants to Canada Music Artists, Record Labels, and Managers for Artist Promotion and Touring I...

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 175217

Award to a USA or Canada Senior Physician for Excellence in Pediatric Hematology or Oncology

Deadline: 09/24/26

Award to a USA or Canada senior physician or individual in recognition of exceptional work in pediatric hematology and/or oncology. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual for their outstanding contributions to advocacy, patient care, education, and res...

GrantWatch ID#: 223020

Award to a USA or Canada MD or PhD for Research in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Deadline: 09/24/26

Award to a USA or Canada MD or PhD researcher to acknowledge exceptional lab research in the field of pediatric hematology or oncology. The award is intended to honor an early or mid-career researcher who is an accomplished public speaker and would be willing to p...

GrantWatch ID#: 223218

Award to a USA or Canada Medical Researcher for the Study of Childhood Cancer

Deadline: 09/24/26

Award to a USA or Canada mid-career medical researcher to acknowledge exceptional contributions to the study of childhood cancer survivorship. The purpose of the award is to honor an individual who has demonstrated a commitment to this research area and has produc...

GrantWatch ID#: 223223

Grant to a Canada Researcher to Safeguard the Mental Health of Canadian Youth

Deadline: 10/08/26 LOI Date: 09/24/26

Grant to a Canada researcher affiliated with an eligible nonprofit hospital, research institution, or other nonprofit organization to safeguard the mental health of Canadian youth. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230391

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Glaucoma Research

Deadline: 09/24/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International clinician-scientists and postdoctoral researchers for post-doctoral studies related to glaucoma treatment, prevention, and etiology. The purpose of the program is to provide support during the final stages of mentored ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230981

Grants to Canada Researchers for Research Studies Related to Aging and Health

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible post-secondary institutions, hospitals, and research facilities for research studies related to aging and health. The purpose of funding is to increase understanding of the impacts that biology, psychology, eco...

GrantWatch ID#: 231514

Grants to British Columbia Organizations and Individuals to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/26/26 Conference Date: 09/24/26

Grants to British Columbia community-based organizations, nonprofit societies, registered charities, service organizations, and individuals to address needs that affect local residents and communities in eligible locations. Certain applicants must contact program ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160765

Grants to Canada Individuals at IHEs for Collaborative Humanities and Social Sciences Projects

Deadline: 11/16/26 Conference Date: 09/24/26

Grants to Canada individuals affiliated with qualifying IHEs for collaborative research in the humanities and social sciences. Funding is intended for new research projects by new or existing partnerships. Proposals may involve any disciplines, thematic areas, app...

GrantWatch ID#: 175842

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Study, Write, and Work in New York

Deadline: 09/25/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals to study, write, and work in a library in New York. This program is open to scholars, academics, translators, writers, and visual artists. The goal of this fellowship is to promote dynamic conversations abo...

GrantWatch ID#: 173018

Award and In-Kind Support to a USA, Canada, or International Artist to Recognize Work

Deadline: 09/25/26

Award of $10,000 and in-kind support to a USA, Canada, or International artist in eligible locations to recognize outstanding artistry. In addition to a $10,000 unrestricted monetary grant for the winner, the winner and runners-up will receive studio visits from s...

GrantWatch ID#: 192232

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research on Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Defic...

Deadline: 02/12/27 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals for research projects related to Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (Alpha-1). Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Certain applicants are required to contact the...

GrantWatch ID#: 193008

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Environmental Protection Studies

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with nonprofit organizations, IHEs, research institutions, or businesses for environmental protection studies. The purpose of funding is to advance understanding of pollution mitigation strategies to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232045

Grants to Alberta Youth and Youth Collaborations With Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit th...

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Alberta youth, youth groups, and youth collaborations with nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for youth between the ages of 12 and 18 to organize and run events, activ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227053

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Scientists and Graduate Students for Conservation Pro...

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants of $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career scientists, explorers, graduate students, and post-graduate researchers to conduct conservation projects. Priority will be given to applicants focused on sustainable tourism, equity-deserving groups,...

GrantWatch ID#: 232004

Grants to Ontario Property Owners to Restore Culturally Significant Properties

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Ontario property owners for the conservation, repair, and restoration of culturally significant properties in eligible regions. Funding is available for a broad range of activities, including roof and siding repairs, porch restoration, and exterior pain...

GrantWatch ID#: 180025

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, For-Prof...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, IHEs, commercial organizations, individuals, and government agencies to support ocean-related projects, sponsorships, and research. Applicants are advised that required registrations m...

GrantWatch ID#: 182597

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Research

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit research institutions, medical centers, and universities to support innovative research on inflammatory bowel disease. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to...

GrantWatch ID#: 182892

Grants to USA Territories, Israel, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business and Orga...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824

Grants to USA and Canada K-12 Teachers for Educational Classroom Materials Science Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada K-12 teachers for educational classroom projects. Funding is intended to support the development and implementation of creative projects and lessons related to materials science. Eligible activities are hands-on, curriculum-based, and invo...

GrantWatch ID#: 188792

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Advance the Health of Felines

Deadline: 12/30/26 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers, PhDs affiliated with institutions, postdoctoral researchers, and new investigators for projects that improve the health of the domestic cat species. Applicants must submit a pre-proposal before applying. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 192835

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Arthroscopy-Related Research Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International medical researchers for research that advances the diagnosis and treatment of conditions addressed through arthroscopy. Funding supports innovative clinical and laboratory studies designed to improve surgic...

GrantWatch ID#: 193290

Grants to USA and Canada Physician-Scientists for Academic Career Development

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada physician-scientists for academic career development. Funding is intended for proposals addressing disease-oriented, basic biomedical, and translational research. Applicants must be physician-scientists (M.D., D.O., D.V.M., D.D.S.) who are...

GrantWatch ID#: 197579

Awards to Israel and International Scientists for Medical Contributions

Deadline: 09/30/26

Awards to Israel and International young scientists to acknowledge exceptional contributions to the study of skin disease. Funds may be used for salaries, equipment, and materials necessary for conducting and completing dermatological research. The awards are inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 200741

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Projects to Advance Medical Knowledge...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for projects to advance medical knowledge and improve care. Funding is intended to further research associated with the funding source's products within a broad range of focus areas including anesthesia, diagnos...

GrantWatch ID#: 201244
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