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Applications are open for the Alterna Community Granting Programs 2025. Alterna is proud to offer the granting program annually to provide funding opportunities for registered charities, incorporated nonprofits, co-operatives without share capital, and unincorporated associations that positively impact communities.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Alterna Financial Inclusion Granting Program 2025. Alterna is proud to offer the granting program annually to provide funding opportunities for registered charities, incorporated nonprofits, co-operatives without share capital, and unincorporated associations that positively impact communities.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Amex Canadian Small Businesses Grant Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 May, 2025
Are you a young Black woman entrepreneur with a passion for marketing and business growth? The Rising Star Grants Program 2025 is your opportunity to shine! The Canadian Black Standard, in partnership with RBC, is excited to support three outstanding Black women-owned businesses or entrepreneurs in Canada with financial support and community recognition.
Date Posted: 22 May, 2025
Are you a female beauty entrepreneur in Nigeria with big dreams and the passion to grow your business? The Beauty Hut x Paystack Grant Program is here to help you elevate your beauty business with funding, mentorship, and Paystack credits to scale your impact.
Date Posted: 22 May, 2025
Applications are invited for the BY Indigenous and Black Youth Community Action Grant 2025. After a yearlong break of learning, strategizing, rest and regrouping, the Black Youth Initiative (BYI) are stoked to bring forward the fourth cycle of funding. The hope is to continue applying the learnings and teachings they have gained to further uplift their communities.
Date Posted: 21 May, 2025
With the belief that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to succeed, the Startup Canada Equal Slice Program offers pitch competitions, educational support, and tailored business tools to help entrepreneurs grow and scale their ventures.
Date Posted: 21 May, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Youth for Peace: UNESCO Intercultural Leadership Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 May, 2025
Applications are open for the ACU Routledge/Round Table Commonwealth Studentships 2025. The Routledge/Round Table Commonwealth PhD Studentships provide support for research projects on Commonwealth-related themes in the humanities and social sciences.
Date Posted: 20 May, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Asia Gender Equality Fund 3.0. The Asia Gender Equality Fund, aims to raise and deploy USD 25 million within the next five years to support transformative initiatives and solutions by non-profit organisations, focusing on improving economic outcomes for women and girls in Asia.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Water Desk Journalism Fund 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 May, 2025
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP is pleased to accept applications from Black-owned or operated small businesses for their annual Cassels Black-Owned Small Business Grant, supported by Wheaton Precious Metals.
Date Posted: 16 May, 2025
DAAD is accepting applications for its Postdoctoral Researchers International Mobility Experience 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 May, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Paddle Saas Launchpad 2025. Paddle SaaS Launchpad is a comprehensive accelerator program focused on delivering actionable strategies and expert mentorship in specific core areas.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Broadcaster Envelope Program - Diverse Languages 2025. This program is designed to support productions that reflect Canadian diversity by funding projects in languages other than English, French, or Indigenous-Canadian languages.
Date Posted: 14 May, 2025
Applications are now open for the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation Local Grant 2025. The Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation is proud to support leading mental health initiatives whose scale and technology bring access to care, awareness and education to communities nationwide. They also recognize that local, community-based organizations are critical in offering support to the health and wellbeing of those they serve.
Date Posted: 13 May, 2025
The Spring Well360 Health Equity Grant is a funding opportunity designed to support individuals and projects that are committed to advancing health equity. With a grant amount of $1,000, this program is open to students and professionals alike who are working to address health disparities and improve health outcomes in underserved communities.
Date Posted: 13 May, 2025
In its fifth year, the Pinterest Inclusion Fund is continuing to expand its support of content producers, building on four successful years of empowering multiple types of content suppliers on Pinterest. The program will unlock educational resources, financial support and growth opportunities for small merchant businesses, and for the first time since 2023, new-to-Pinterest content creators.
Date Posted: 13 May, 2025
Apply now for £10,000 youth project funding in Barnsley and Wakefield, United Kingdom via the Involving Young People Fund 2025!
Date Posted: 12 May, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Scotiabank Climate Action Research Fund 2025. In 2021, Scotiabank established the Climate Action Research Fund (CARF) to grant approximately $1 million annually, over a period of 10 years, to organizations that are conducting research and exploring climate related initiatives.
Date Posted: 12 May, 2025
1. What is a Grant?
A grant is a financial award given by an institution, government, or organization to fund a project, research, or study. Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid as long as the recipient fulfills the terms and conditions of the grant.
2. Who is Eligible to Apply for a Grant?
Eligibility for grants varies depending on the type of grant and the organization offering it. Generally, students, researchers, non-profits, and small businesses may apply for grants. Specific eligibility criteria often depend on factors such as the field of study, research goals, financial need, or project objectives.
3. What Types of Grants are Available for Students?
Students can apply for several types of grants, including:
Need-based grants: Awarded based on financial need.
Merit-based grants: Given to students with high academic or extracurricular achievements.
Field-specific grants: Provided to students pursuing degrees in particular fields (e.g., STEM, arts, humanities).
Research grants: For students involved in academic research projects.
4. What is the Difference Between a Grant and a Scholarship?
While both grants and scholarships provide financial support, scholarships are typically merit-based (awarded for academic or extracurricular achievements), while grants are often need-based (awarded based on financial circumstances) or project-based (funding specific research or initiatives).
5. Do I Have to Repay a Grant?
No, grants generally do not have to be repaid, provided the grant recipient complies with the terms and conditions set by the awarding body. However, if the recipient fails to fulfill the grant's obligations (e.g., using the funds for the stated purpose), they may be required to return the money.
6. What can Grant Money be Used for?
Grant money can be used for various purposes, depending on the type of grant. For students, grants may cover tuition, books, and living expenses. For researchers or organizations, grants can fund specific projects, research, equipment, or operational costs.
7. What is a Research Grant?
A research grant is a financial award given to individuals or institutions to support a specific research project. These grants typically cover the costs associated with the research, such as equipment, travel, and personnel. Research grants are commonly awarded by universities, research organizations, government agencies, and private foundations.
8. Can I Get a Grant for my Business?
Yes, many grants are available for small businesses, particularly in specific industries such as technology, agriculture, or sustainable development. Business grants may be offered by government agencies, private organizations, or non-profits to support start-ups, expansion, or innovation.
9. What is the Difference Between a Grant and a Loan?
The main difference between a grant and a loan is that a grant does not need to be repaid, while a loan must be repaid with interest.
10. What Happens if I Don't Use the Grant Money as Intended?
If you misuse grant money or fail to meet the terms and conditions of the grant, you may be required to repay the funds, or the grant may be revoked.