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Grants for Pennsylvania Individuals

Explore 1,157 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 Pennsylvania. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives, updated daily.

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1,157 grants found

Grants to USA Individuals in Financial Difficulty to Pay for Essential Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA individuals in financial difficulty to help pay for essential needs. Eligible expenses include payment of medical, funeral, utility, and housing costs. Funding is intended to support individuals who are experiencing difficulty due to events over whic...

GrantWatch ID#: 211776

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Jewish Individuals to Volunteer in Israel

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Jewish individuals to participate in a four- or six-week volunteer program in Israel. Participants ages 18-50 will be placed in a variety of cities and settings. Activities include providing agricultural assistance, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 211841

Awards to USA Current or Former Elected Officials to Recognize Courageous Acts During Their Te...

Deadline: Ongoing

Awards to USA current or former elected officials at any level of government to recognize courageous acts during their tenure. The award is intended to recognize politicians who worked for the greater good, even in the face of great opposition and when their actio...

GrantWatch ID#: 212149

In-Kind Grants of Learning Resources to USA Unemployed Individuals for Workforce Training in T...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of learning resources to USA unemployed individuals for workforce training. The purpose of this program is to enhance work-related skills and help people pursue careers in technical fields. The program is aimed at individuals who have lost their job...

GrantWatch ID#: 212291

Grants to USA Hospitality Workers for Disaster Relief Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA hospitality workers for disaster relief efforts and emergency assistance. Funding is intended to assist employees in the hospitality sector who are impacted by a natural disaster and facing financial challenges. Assistance may include direct financia...

GrantWatch ID#: 212353

Grants to USA K-12 Teachers and School Personnel to Assist with Classroom Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to USA K-12 teachers, principals, and other staff members for assistance with supplies and resources that enrich classroom learning. Funding is intended to split the cost of essential school supplies and to help cover expenses that educators a...

GrantWatch ID#: 212792

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Journalists and Newsroom Staff for Investigative Jour...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International journalists and newsroom staff for investigative stories that address topics and issues that threaten democracy in the United States and worldwide. Funding is intended to support stories that are underrepresented and that t...

GrantWatch ID#: 212927

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Journalists for Investigative Reporting on Issues Rel...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International journalists for investigative reporting on issues related to fisheries and oceans around the world. Funding is intended to cover costs associated with in-depth and high-quality projects that address underreported topics. Ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 212928

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Freelance and Staff Journalists for Investigative Rep...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International freelance and staff journalists for investigative reporting on issues realted to Artificial Intelligence. Funding is intended to cover expenses for to in-depth reporting related to the impact of surveillance technologies an...

GrantWatch ID#: 212929

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals for Assistance in Dealing with Local Courts

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals for training and financial assistance in dealing with local courts in eligible regions. Funding is intended to train drug treatment court staff and provide financial assistance to participants in the veterans treatment court who ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212930

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Pursue a Dream Opportunity

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to pursue a dream opportunity. Funding is intended to give individuals the little extra push needed to begin a project, take a trip, acquire a new skill, or give back to their community. The purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 213414

Grants to Pennsylvania Farms to Promote Long-Term Success and Viability

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Pennsylvania farms to promote long-term viability and success. Funding is intended to support professional services for those planning for the future of a farm. The program will enhance the vitality of farms through sound business planni...

GrantWatch ID#: 213441

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Developers for AI...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $20,000, and in-kind services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, developers, and researchers for projects in Artificial Intelligence. Funding is intended to support innovative...

GrantWatch ID#: 213528

Grants to USA Physician Assistants and Students to Promote Equitable Health Care

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA physician assistants and students to promote equitable health care. Funding is intended for initiatives that will prioritize addressing inequalities in local communities. Priority will be given to projects that reduce disparities, pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 213712

Grants to USA Physician Assistants, Organizations, and Students to Support Inclusion, Equity, ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA physician assistants, organizations, and students for initiatives to support inclusion, equity, and diversity within the profession. Funding is intended to reduce health disparities and increase health equity in underserved communitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 213713

Grants to USA Physician Assistants, Students, and Organizations to Address Mental Health

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA physician assistants, students, and organizations to address mental health. Funding is intended to support initiatives within communities. Priority will be given to projects that reach underserved communities. Eligible activities inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 213714

Grants to USA Physician Assistants, Students, and Organizations to Create and Implement a Proj...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA physician assistants, students, and organizations to create and implement a project to advance the oral health of patients. Special consideration will be given to projects benefiting vulnerable populations, including but not limited t...

GrantWatch ID#: 213715

Loans to Pennsylvania Farms to Implement Best Management Practices

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to Pennsylvania farms and individual farmers for operational support and conservation plans. Funding is intended to assist agricultural entities in implementing best management practices listed in Act 38 Nutrient Management Plan, Chapter 102.4 Ag E&S Plan (o...

GrantWatch ID#: 213767

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals to Recover from Recent Natural Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to Pennsylvania individuals to help with disaster recovery in eligible regions. Funding is available in three categories: essential property loss, temporary housing, and housing repairs. The current funding cycle is intended to address loss...

GrantWatch ID#: 213777

Grants, Loans, and Tax Credits to Pennsylvania Individuals for Projects to Benefit the Agricul...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals for projects to benefit the agricultural industry. The program is intended to implement best management practices within the industry. Eligible costs include but are not limited to project design, equipment, and post-construction...

GrantWatch ID#: 213826

Grants to Competitive Athletes to Promote Exceptional Performance in the Sport of Rowing

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA qualifying individual athletes to encourage exceptional performance in the sport of rowing. Funding is intended for athlete training- and competition-related expenses. Eligible applicants are future rowers from groups that are historically underrepre...

GrantWatch ID#: 213871

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Journalists to Report on Rainfore...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International journalists to report on rainforest abuses. Reporting should focus on systemic issues plaguing the rainforests of Southeast Asia, Central Africa, and the Amazon. Priority will be given to reports that ad...

GrantWatch ID#: 214041

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals to Send Children and Youth to a Jewish Summer Camp

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA and Canada individuals to send children and youth to a Jewish summer camp. Applicants must register with the camp before applying. Funding is intended as an outreach opportunity for children who are not receiving a daily Jewish experi...

GrantWatch ID#: 214157

Grants to USA Medical Professionals to Support Participation in a Medical Mission Trip

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA medical professionals to support participation in a medical mission trip. Funding is intended for those who have insufficient funds to cover program costs related to such a trip. Applicants must have applied and been accepted to a med...

GrantWatch ID#: 214414

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Neuromuscular Disease Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, individuals, advocacy groups, medical associations, continuing medical education providers, and other organizations for research on rare genetic-based diseases. Funding is intended for individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214764

Grants to Pennsylvania Individuals and Businesses for Commercial Property Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $500, grants of $1,500, and grants of $5,000 to Pennsylvania individuals and businesses for commercial property improvements. The purpose of funding is to rehabilitate the exteriors of rundown buildings. Eligible expenses include paint, doors, windows, s...

GrantWatch ID#: 214835

Loans to USA Residents in Eligible Areas to Reduce Mortgage Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to USA and territories residents in eligible areas to reduce mortgage costs. The program is intended to support low- and very-low income residents. Loans may be used to purchase homes, repair, build, relocate, or renovate homes, or purchase and prepare site....

GrantWatch ID#: 214842

Loans to USA Rural Residents to Purchase or Build a Home

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to USA and territories residents in eligible areas to purchase or build a home. The program is intended to ensure that low- and moderate-income residents can build, purchase, renovate, or relocate homes in eligible areas of the country. Applicants will apply...

GrantWatch ID#: 214843

Grants to USA Individuals with Kidney Disease to Defray Health Insurance Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories individuals with kidney disease to defray health insurance costs. Funding is intended to save and improve lives by allowing individuals to maintain their insurance coverage, thereby continuing with all necessary treatments for their i...

GrantWatch ID#: 214848

Grants to USA Individuals in the Food and Beverage Industry for Emergency Relief

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA individuals working in the food and beverage industry for emergency financial assistance. The goal of the program is to provide financial assistance in the event of unforeseen circumstances, such as natural disasters, medical crises, and housing issu...

GrantWatch ID#: 215651

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Technological Advances in Cryptocurre...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals for technological advances in cryptocurrency software. Funding is intended to develop technology that would improve eligible cryptocurrencies' resiliency, privacy features, scalability, and resistance to censors...

GrantWatch ID#: 215896

Grants to USA Physicians for Financial Assistance to Patients Seeking Breast Reconstruction Su...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA physicians for financial assistance to patients seeking breast reconstruction surgery. Funding is intended to help patients who do not have adequate insurance coverage to afford the surgery. The grant focuses on women needing a revisi...

GrantWatch ID#: 215928

Grants to USA K-12 Teachers in Private and Public Schools to Enhance Student Learning

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA K-12 classroom teachers in private and public schools to enhance student learning. Successful applicants will receive a 12-month subscription to classroom assessment software and access to a professional development webinar. The goal of the program i...

GrantWatch ID#: 216009

Opportunity for Pennsylvania High School Students from Underserved Communities to Participate ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for Pennsylvania high school students from underserved communities in eligible regions to participate in a mentorship program. This opportunity is designed for 11th and 12th grade students who are interested in a future career that does not require a c...

GrantWatch ID#: 216066

Grants to USA Native Culture Beareres and Artists for Unanticipated Expenses and Artistic Oppo...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA Native culture bearers and artists for financial assistance. Funding is intended to aid Native artists with emergency situations, artistic opportunities, disaster relief, and unanticipated business expenses or personal expenses, such ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216513

Donations of Safety Items to USA Individuals, First Responders, and Police Departments to Incr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Donations of safety items to USA individuals, first responders, police departments, and resource centers to increase the personal safety of individuals with autism. Caregivers of people with autism may request a tracking bracelet or a seat belt cover, and first re...

GrantWatch ID#: 216759

Financial Assistance to USA Farmers and Ranchers to Recover from Natural Disasters and Prepare...

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance to USA and territories farmers and ranchers to recover from recent natural disasters and prepare for future risks. The purpose of the program is to respond to storms and prevent damage caused by droughts. Eligible activities include debris cle...

GrantWatch ID#: 217273

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals for Therapy Services to Treat Grief and Trauma Associated...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada individuals to support therapy services in the treatment of trauma and distress associated with mountain climbing. The purpose of the funding is intended to assist mountain recreationists experiencing loss, grief, or trauma related to alpi...

GrantWatch ID#: 217280

Grants to USA Nonprofit and For-Profit Performance Venues and Promoters to Respond to Emergenc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit performance venues and promoters to respond to emergencies. Eligible applicants work in the areas of performing arts, comedy, and music. Funding is intended for recovery from emergencies including natural and man-made disaste...

GrantWatch ID#: 217301

Grants and Financial Assistance to USA Government Employees to Help Purchase a Home

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $9,000 and financial assistance to USA government employees to help purchase a home. Funding is intended to benefit government employees at all levels, including but not limited to postal service employees, clerical staff, general administration, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 217375

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Nonprofits, and Groups to Promote Alter...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, nonprofit organizations, and groups to promote alternatives to meat consumption. Eligible types of projects include the introduction of plant-based menus in institutions, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 217905

Grants to USA Individuals Battling Breast Cancer to Assist with Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA individuals battling breast cancer to assist with expenses. Applicants must be part of the design and furnishings industry. Funding may be used for medical bills, household expenses, transportation costs, and more. The purpose of these grants is to r...

GrantWatch ID#: 218032

Grants to Pennsylvania Veterans or Individuals Currently Serving in the Military to Repay Fund...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 for Pennsylvania veterans or individuals currently serving in the US military to repay costs expended for agricultural cost-share projects. Funding is intended for individuals who are owners of property and spend a significant amount of time worki...

GrantWatch ID#: 218089

In-Kind Support Services for USA Latino Hospitality Workers to Help Manage Work and Life Respo...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support services for USA Latino hospitality workers to help manage work and life responsibilities. Spanish-speaking applicants can apply for online counseling sessions to help them handle issues related to migration, workplace mistreatment and abuse, subst...

GrantWatch ID#: 218447

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, Grassroots Organizations, CBOs, Leaders, ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, grassroots, and community-based organizations, leaders, and social enterprises to support programs led by women. Funding is intended to foster advocacy, leadership, and sustainable development. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 218760

Grants to USA Hospitality Workers Diagnosed with Cancer to Cover Medical and Living Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $2,500 to USA hospitality workers diagnosed with cancer to cover medical and living expenses. Funding is intended to help those individuals with the most pressing needs meet medical bills, related expenses, and the unexpected loss of income. Applicants m...

GrantWatch ID#: 218925

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Gm2 Gangliosidosis ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations for reseaerch projects related to GM2 gangliosidosis. The purpose of the grant program is to support clinical or pre-clinical research projects that accelerate the advancement ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219064

Grants to USA and Canada Musicians to Assist with Emergency Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA and Canada musicians to assist with emergency expenses. In addition to financial assistance, individuals are also eligible for crisis counseling, resources for elder care, access to health insurance, and support for substance abus...

GrantWatch ID#: 219151

Grants to Pennsylvania Farmers for Environmental Protection Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania farmers in eligible areas for environmental protection activities. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to reduce pollution that enters local streams and waterways by i...

GrantWatch ID#: 219375

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers at IHEs for Neurological Research Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with institutions of higher education for research projects related to neurological disorders. The purpose of the grant program is to support research that addresses gaps in the science of SCN2A-relat...

GrantWatch ID#: 219384
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How to Find & Apply for Individual Grants in Pennsylvania

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What types of grants are available for individuals on GrantWatch?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for individuals across 61 categories, including arts and culture, education, research, health and medical, and community service, along with fellowships, awards, and project-based funding.

Does GrantWatch include college scholarships and fellowships for individuals?

Yes. GrantWatch lists college scholarships and fellowship opportunities alongside grants for artists, researchers, and other individuals, covering undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral funding across a range of fields.

Do individuals need a nonprofit sponsor to apply for grants?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Some grants require fiscal sponsorship through a nonprofit, while others accept applications directly from individuals. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm requirements.

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.