GrantWatch has published hundreds of grants for capital funding to help nonprofits, for-profits and small businesses with the purchase, construction, or renovation of a building or the purchase of equipment.
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and Canada fire departments and volunteer fire departments for safety equipment and training. Funding is intended for fire departments lacking sufficient personal safety systems and requiring instruction on the proper and safe usage of sa...
Grants of up to $2,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and government entities to benefit law enforcement, emergency medical services, and firefighters. Funding is intended to address the education, training, lifesaving equipment, and mental health needs of first respon...
Grants of up to $25,000 to Illinois small business and commercial property owners, tenants, and business districts for environmental sustainability projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to implement sustainability measures that also help reduce operating ...
Grants of up to $6,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support the provision of literacy services for students. Funding is intended for general operations, including but not limited to equipment, supplies, salaries, space rental, technology, teacher stipends, and mor...
Grants of up to $2,500 to Illinois individual property owners, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies for historic preservation projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to preserve, adapt, or renovate historic structures in downtowns and other comm...
Grants to USA states, territories, and tribal governments to provide graves and address the burial needs of military Veterans. Funding is intended to establish, expand, or improve Veterans cemeteries that are owned and operated by a state, territory, or tribal governme...
Grants of up to $2,500 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, agencies, and property owners to rehabilitate or preserve historic structures in eligible areas. Funding is intended to enhance the commercial and downtown areas and to support economic development. Funding mu...
Grants to Illinois community-based organizations and public entities for solar energy development in underserved communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations and prequalifications must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to support th...
Grants of up to $30,000 to USA individuals collaborating with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, tribal entities, and community- and faith-based organizations in multiple states to enhance health and safety in the agricultural sector. Applicants must sub...
Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations for construction projects that benefit military veterans in eligible communities. Funding is intended to address homelessness. While consideration will be given to rural areas, higher priority is placed on projects ...
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and IHEs to promote the use, care, and culture of plants grown for decorative purposes. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. The Trust supports projects that...
Grants of up to $35,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, public school districts, and government entities for projects that expand programming in the arts in eligible localities. Applicants must submit a Letter of Interest prior to submitting a full application. Fu...
Grants to USA organizations, government agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that promote rock climbing. Applicants requesting large amounts or land acquisition support must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects to incr...
Grants of up to $75,000 per year to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with qualified institutions for research projects related to juvenile myositis. Funding is intended to advance research to improve medical treatment and work towards a cure for th...
Grants to USA and territories local, state, and Tribal governments, metropolitan planning organizations, multi-state groups of entities, and special purpose districts for large-scale bridge improvement projects. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to ...
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA fire departments to enhance operations. Funding may be used for training, technology, and equipment. Eligible applicants include both paid and volunteer departments. The goal of the funding program is to help saves the lives of firefighte...
Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to assist animals or improve dental care in eligible regions. Priority will be given to projects that directly relate to the funding source's program interests. Funding is intended to support co...
Grants to USA state agencies and Tribes to protect water resources and water quality. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several months to finalize. Funding is intended to cover costs associated with establishing rental programs for portable sk...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to ensure the future of all-terrain vehicle off-road riding. Funding is available to organizations working to preserve trail access and promote safe and responsible riding. Organizations can...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA young musicians for costs associated with studying classical music. Funding is intended to offset the financial costs of expenses including but not limited to instruments, camp tuition, private lessons, and audition travel. The grant is a...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA educational institutions and nonprofit organizations for foreign language educational materials. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Grant funds may be used for the purchase of teaching materials ...
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 as po...
Grants to USA and territories government agencies, Tribes, and water districts for water recycling projects in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to plan, design, and build water ...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations and government agencies to protect important sites and structures. Funding is specifically intended to benefit sites at risk of demolition, deteriorating or unstable sites, and those that must be evaluated for ...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs to help individuals gain employment in the food industry. Funding is intended to help expand existing programs, improve facilities, improve teaching, improve employer partnerships, and add certificatio...
Grants to USA and territories local, Tribal, and state government agencies, transportation authorities, urban planning organizations, Federal Land Management Agencies, and groups of entities to improve and protect bridges throughout the country. Applicants are advised ...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and governmental units for programs to advance social progress in multiple states. Funding is intended for projects, equipment, and capital campaigns focused on community development, food insecurity, and education. Eligible states...
Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to expand organizational capacity. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to help local organizations carry out their missions. Eli...
Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations for capital projects that benefit residents in the funding source's service area. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Eligible projects may fall into one of the following focus areas: health care,...
Grants of up to $2,000 to Illinois PreK-12 teachers, youth group leaders, and nature center personnel to engage students in hands-on environmental stewardship activities. Funding is intended for projects that are implemented on school grounds or other public spaces, su...
Grants to USA and territories government agencies and tribal agencies for transportation infrastructure capital and planning projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for projects that have a si...
Grants to USA Tribes to improve road safety in Native American communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. The purpose of this program is to reduce serious injuries and fatalities due to transportation incidents s...
Grants to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations for a wide range of projects and programs that benefit Jewish communities. Funding is intended for capital projects, general operating support, or programming. In the United States, grants will primarily support resident...
Grants to Illinois public libraries for building repairs and facility upgrades to meet local needs. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to equipment costs, professional fees, land acquisitions, remodeling, rehabilitation, and technology. Priority will be give...
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to positively impact local communities. Funding may be requested for program support, capital support, and general operating support. Areas of focus include education and advancement, disability and empowerment, an...
Grants of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Illinois qualifying nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, and schools in eligible locations for activities in the areas of substance abuse, mental health, prevention and intervention, and dev...
Grants to Illinois businesses, organizations, and individuals in eligible areas for events that encourage visitors and provide economic opportunities for local businesses. Applicants must meet with the funder prior to submitting an application. The event or some part o...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that improve literacy among adults and families. Funding is intended to support new and existing educational and literacy programs that teach adults literacy skills that will enable them to grow, communicate, and thriv...
Grants to USA first responders, military personnel, and veterans with disabilities for sports and fitness programs that enhance their physical and mental health. Applicants may request funding for sports equipment and program expenses. The purpose of the program is to ...
Grants of up to $125 and in-kind grants of pet store discounts to USA and Canada PreK-9 teachers to teach about responsible pet care and bonding with animals. Funding is intended to offset the costs of current pet maintenance or for the purchase of new pets for the cla...
Grants to USA state and local government agencies for the acquisition and preservation of historic sites. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to help applicants purchase land through fee simple met...
In-kind support to USA independent filmmakers for assistance in producing films. The program provides loans of professional-grade camera equipment and assistance with post-production. The program should benefit students and early-career filmmakers. Applicants may reque...
Grants to USA public schools in multiple states to rebuild school libraries in the wake of a disaster. Funding is intended to help school libraries that incurred damages to their collections, media, or equipment due to natural disasters including floods, earthquakes, a...
In-kind grants to USA municipalities, nonprofit organizations, community groups, and schools in multiple states to support planning, designing, and building new playgrounds. The purpose of this program is to enhance low-income communities that do not have a playspace o...
In-kind grants of promotional products to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, faith-based organizations, and schools. Promotional materials may be used as a way to acknowledge and thank donors, attract volunteers, and promote an applicant's ca...
Grants to USA organizations and fire departments to respond to fires and disasters and offer assistance to victims. Individuals impacted by a fire or disaster may also apply for financial assistance. Organizations may request funding for services to victims, as well as...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit shelters that provide housing for victims of domestic violence and their pets. Funding is intended for operational support or capital improvements specifically related to the maintenance and housing of pets. Grants are also given...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capital projects to improve the quality of life for local children and youth. Eligible expenses include capital projects and campaigns, operations enhancement, and infrastructure improvements. Funding...
Grants of up to $20,000 to USA veterans and service members with service-related disabilities to help with housing needs. Grant funds may be requested for home modifications to meet the needs of the veteran or service member or for assistance with the first purchase of...
Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, municipalities, social enterprises, and Indigenous groups for activities to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of envi...