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661 Research and Evaluation Grants for Illinois

Research grants encompassing life sciences, social science, medical research, agriculture research, STEM literacy research and more. Grants to USA and international academic and medical research institutions.

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Fellowships to USA Early-Career Postdoctoral Scientists for Training and Research

Deadline 11/05/25

Fellowships to USA early-career postdoctoral scientists at qualified IHEs and nonprofit organizations for training and research. Funding is intended to support career development to prepare scientists for future employment in the fields of academia, industry or private...

GrantWatch ID#: 175976

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes for Research and Development Projects to Improve Pr...

Deadline 11/12/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, tribal governments, and others for research and development activities to enhance PreK-12 STEM education. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to support...

GrantWatch ID#: 177489

Grants to USA Investigators at Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Scientific Research Proje...

Deadline 11/12/25

Grants to USA investigators affiliated with nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and IHEs for scientific research projects related to neuroscience. Eligible proposals focus on either innovative research projects or projects to advance data sharing in the field. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 212262

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, and For-Profits to Promote Scientific Research Careers

Deadline 01/28/26 LOI Date: 12/29/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and for-profit organizations to expand the workforce in the area of scientific research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take six weeks or more. Funding is intended to support educational activities th...

GrantWatch ID#: 195215

Grants to USA IHEs for Research to Address Environmental Challenges

Deadline 01/31/26 LOI Date: 09/17/25

Grants to USA institutions of higher education for research related to environmental engineering and sustainability. Applicants must submit a preliminary proposal and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to help devel...

GrantWatch ID#: 193826
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Grants to USA IHEs, Legal Research Organizations, and Sea Grant Programs for Research Projects...

Deadline 10/01/26 LOI Date: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA institutions of higher education, legal research organizations, and Sea Grant programs for research projects related to marine law. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217692

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofit Charitable Organizations to Impact Public Policy in a Varie...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit charitable organizations to impact public policy in a variety of national and international issues. In previous years, grants have been awarded for general operations and project support to think tanks, national councils, judicial org...

GrantWatch ID#: 125864

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Communities Around the World

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations 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, empowering underserved communities, worker's rights, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 138286

Grants to USA Public Media Stations to Increase Capacity Through Partnership Development

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA public television and radio stations and nonprofit organizations to facilitate multi-station partnerships, strategic alliances, and collaborations that will increase each station's capacities and abilities. Funding will be provided for smaller grants that...

GrantWatch ID#: 145997

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Healthcare Providers to Advance H...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International registered charities, healthcare providers, IHEs, medical associations, and community groups for innovative activities related to rare diseases. Funding is intended to support projects and events that further healthcare, educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 153338

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Children's Advocacy, Medical Research, Education, and Arts Progra...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs in the areas of education, children's advocacy, medical research and initiatives, and the arts. Priority is given to proposals that involve specific projects with distinct goals, and grants that will have a notable imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 155284

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and IHEs for Ocean Conservation Projects

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and IHEs for projects related to ocean conservation. Funding is specifically intended for projects related to supporting sustainable fishing and marine protected areas surrounding island ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159199
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs and Research Centers for Science and Mathematics...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International educational institutions and research centers for projects in the fields of physical sciences, computer science, and mathematics. Applicants must submit a letter of intent in advance of a full proposal. This program will support...

GrantWatch ID#: 161529
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies for Research Addressing Equit...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research programs that address equitable healthcare policies and practices. A letter of inquiry is required before being invited to submit a full grant proposal. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 162242

Grants to USA, Canada, and International For-Profits and Canada Nonprofits to Collaborate wi...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International for-profit organizations and Canada nonprofit organizations to collaborate with universities for research projects in any sector. Applicants must consult staff before applying. The purpose of this program is to solve research ch...

GrantWatch ID#: 162825
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs for Research Projects that Foster Financial Well-Being

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and state and public colleges and universities for research to help individuals gain necessary tools, knowledge, and skills regarding financial issues. The funding is intended for research geared to ensuring that individuals and fa...

GrantWatch ID#: 163638

Grants to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Educational Ins...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and educational institutions in eligible counties for economic development feasibility studies. Projects must take place in rural areas where the funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 165748

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs in Education, Arts and Culture, Social Services, and Hea...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to help improve the quality of life for underserved populations throughout the country. Funding is intended to address significant issues in the areas of social service, health, education, and arts and culture. Eligible applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167237

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs and Projects Related to Health and Disease

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, including associations, hospitals, universities, and support groups, for innovative projects in the areas of patient services, medical and scientific education, and charitable events related to healthcare and social ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 169063

Grants to USA and Israel Scientist Teams for Collaborative Oceanic Sciences Research

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams associated with institutions for higher education for collaborative research projects in the field of marine oceanography. All proposals must be jointly submitted by a USA and Israel principal investigator. The program will acce...

GrantWatch ID#: 170459

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Projects Related to Cybersecurity

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA colleges, universities, and nonprofit organizations for projects related to cybersecurity. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to support research and education projects addressing cyb...

GrantWatch ID#: 175790
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Grants to USA and Israel Scientist Teams for Collaborative Materials Science Research

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams affiliated with nonprofit research institutions, including institutions of higher learning, government research institutions, and hospitals, for collaborative materials science research projects. Funding is intended for a wide r...

GrantWatch ID#: 176065

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Programs that Promote Systems Reform and Equity

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs that promote system reform and equity. Requests may be for general operating or program support. Funding is intended for initiatives in the focus areas of organization development and leadership growth, enhancemen...

GrantWatch ID#: 176315

Grants to USA Organizations to Protect Wild and Domestic Animals and Their Habitats

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to USA nonprofit animal welfare organizations to protect wild and domestic animals and their habitats. Applicants must attend a training program and present a business plan to be eligible. Funding is intended to support new and emerging organizations t...

GrantWatch ID#: 179958
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, NGOs, and Individu...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International private, public, nonprofit, and for-profit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, faith-based organizations, NGOs, and individuals to improve the lives of people living in poverty. Applicants are advised that required registr...

GrantWatch ID#: 181034
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Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, For-Prof...

Deadline Ongoing

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 may ta...

GrantWatch ID#: 182597

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers to Participate in Academic Conferences

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA, Canada, and International post-doctoral researchers to participate in and present their work at academic conferences. Funding may be used to cover costs such as transportation, registration fees, meals, and lodging fees. Eligible applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 183932

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, IHEs, and Individuals for Economic Developmen...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, for-profits, tribal and government units, IHEs, and individuals for technical assistance and research projects that promote economic development in distressed regions. Applicants must submit a concept proposal prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 184088
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Short-Term Research Projects Relate...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers to complete a short-term research project addressing anti-doping and other performance-enhancing substances. If required for the project, applicants must have IRB approval prior to applying. Projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 184311

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Institutions for Clinical Research on Fragil...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research institutions for clinical research projects related to Fragile X syndrome. Funding is intended for clinical research trials with human subjects. Priority will be given to trials of agents that have been previously succe...

GrantWatch ID#: 185635

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations to Develop New Energy-Saving Initiatives in Quebec

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada organizations to develop new energy-efficiency solutions in Quebec. Funding is intended for creative projects that can be used by customers in a range of sectors, including the commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and transportat...

GrantWatch ID#: 185958

Grants to USA IHEs and Educational Nonprofits for Scientific Research Studies on Materials

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA institutions of higher education and nonprofit educational and research organizations for scientific research studies related to topical materials. Applicants are advised that required registration may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 186448

Grants to USA Investigators at Nonprofits and IHEs for Computational and Theoretical Materia...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA investigators at nonprofit organizations and IHEs for materials science research projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support data-centric, theory, modeling, and comp...

GrantWatch ID#: 186450
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Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Projects Addressing Internet Security

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects addressing internet security. Funding is intended to support partnerships between Israeli a...

GrantWatch ID#: 186927
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Grants and In-Kind Support to Missouri and Illinois Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Evaluate...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $9,000 and in-kind consultant services to Missouri and Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for professional services to evaluate organizational capacity. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186191

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Projects Addressing Evolutionary and Eco...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, hospitals, and government research institutions for collaborative research projects addressing evolutionary and ecological processes. Funding is intended for US and Israeli res...

GrantWatch ID#: 186928

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Research Addressing Cellular and Molecular Living Syst...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects addressing complex living systems at the cellular, molecular, and subcellular levels. Fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 187101
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Grants to USA and Israeli Scientists Affiliated with Qualified Institutions for Research Proje...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $55,000 and grants of up to $80,000 to USA and Israeli scientists affiliated with qualified institutions for collaborative research projects in various technological disciplines. Program areas include communications, circuits, and sensing-systems; elect...

GrantWatch ID#: 187102

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research in Earth Sciences

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with qualified institutions for collaborative research projects in the earth sciences. Program areas include geophysics, tectonics, geomorphology and land-use dynamics, sedimentary geology and paleobiology, petrology and g...

GrantWatch ID#: 187103
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Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research Projects on Communications and ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including government research institutions, IHEs, and hospitals, for collaborative research projects related to computer and information science. Funding is intended to support education and r...

GrantWatch ID#: 187108
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Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Research Projects Related to Computers and Technology

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit organizations, including IHEs, government research institutions, and hospitals, for cooperative research projects in the area of computers and technology. Funding is intended to support research activities t...

GrantWatch ID#: 187109

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists at IHEs for Research Projects Related to Information Techn...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams associated with IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for research projects related to technology and artificial intelligence. Funding is intended to support projects exploring the relationships between people, computers, and informatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 187110

Grants to USA Nonprofit Organizations and Institutions for Academic Programs Related to Japan

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and institutions for academic programs related to Japan. Funding is intended to support projects that will advance understanding of Japan through academic studies. Eligible projects include presentations, symposia, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187131

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Journalists to Encourage Innovations in Information...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International journalists for projects that raise public awareness about under-reported news items. Funding is intended to encourage collaboration as well as the use of new techniques for information gathering and analysis. Applicants that re...

GrantWatch ID#: 189192
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Medical Research Projects to Improve t...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for medical research projects to improve the quality of care for patients. Funding is intended for research to advance medical practice and performance throughout the world, and increase treatment knowled...

GrantWatch ID#: 189664

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Support Community-Related Research Projects

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for research support. Funding is intended for organizations that are working to solve existing needs by developing long-term, well-designed strategies for their communities. Preference will be...

GrantWatch ID#: 190142

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Clinical Research

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for clinical research. Funding is intended to promote clinical research related to the prevention, intervention, treatment, and support of individuals with health, medical, and behavioral issues and their families....

GrantWatch ID#: 191492

Grants to USA Scientists, Educators, and Engineers Affiliated with IHEs and Nonprofits for Res...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA scientists, educators, and engineers affiliated with IHEs, nonprofits, and Tribes for research on sustainable engineering. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research on systems t...

GrantWatch ID#: 192355

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Companies for Research and Develo...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International companies for research and development efforts to treat cystic fibrosis. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support the development of tre...

GrantWatch ID#: 192742

Grants to USA Associations and Consortia of Independent and Community Colleges to Simplify Stu...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA associations and consortia of independent colleges and community colleges to simplify student transition to private colleges. Applicants are required to submit a concept paper prior to submitting a full proposal. This grant program is focused on addressin...

GrantWatch ID#: 193434
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