GrantStation Insider | January 29, 2026

Application deadline: March 2, 2026
Grant amount: Up to $10,000
Target population: Teens and young adults
Description: The AE Foundation’s Community Grant supports nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and Canada that promote the mental health and well-being of young people. Funding is available for programs and projects that directly benefit teens and young adults and help build healthier futures. Community-based organizations with a strong local focus are encouraged to apply.

Application deadline: March 1, 2026
Grant amount: $1,500–$12,000
Target population: Nonfiction writers
Description: Furthermore, a publication program of the J.M. Kaplan Fund, invests in the publication of nonfiction books in the arts, history, and the natural and built environment. Funding may be used for writing, research, editing, design, illustration, photography, indexing, printing, and binding. Priority is given to projects with a committed publisher and a clear distribution plan. Grant recipients are based throughout the U.S. and occasionally abroad.

Application deadline: March 1, 2026
Grant amount: Up to $10,000
Target population: Underserved communities
Description: The DAISY Foundation’s Health Equity Grants support nurse-led research and evidence-based practice projects that address the Social Determinants of Health and improve outcomes for underserved populations. Funded projects must focus on patient- and family-centered care and may address conditions affected by economic stability, education, healthcare access, environment, or social context. The Foundation has a particular interest in projects that promote healthy aging among older adults. Grants support direct project costs for nursing-driven solutions aligned with local community needs.

Application deadline: None
Grant amount: $8,500–$400,000
Target population: People with disabilities, veterans, people facing mental health or substance use challenges, and senior citizens
Description: The Milbank Foundation invests in programs that promote the full integration of people with disabilities into American life. Funding priorities span disability inclusion, veteran support, mental health, substance use prevention, aging in place, and healthcare reform. Nonprofit organizations advancing inclusive, patient-centered, and community-driven solutions are encouraged to apply.

Application deadline: March 1, 2026
Grant amount: $4,500–$225,000
Geographic scope: Emphasis on California
Target population: Community members
Description: The Clif Family Foundation supports grassroots organizations across the U.S., with an emphasis on California-based groups, that focus on direct local action with measurable impact. Grants provide general operating support for community-based efforts that strengthen food systems, improve public health, and protect the environment. Priority areas include regenerative and organic farming, food worker health and safety, climate justice, healthy food access, inclusive outdoor access, and pollution prevention.

Application deadline: March 1, 2026
Grant amount: Varies
Geographic scope: Delaware and Chester County, Pennsylvania
Target population: General population
Description: The Longwood Foundation supports nonprofit organizations working to improve the quality of life in Delaware and the Kennett Square area of Pennsylvania. While the Foundation does not set specific funding priorities, it supports a wide range of fields, including health, arts and culture, the environment, housing, education, social services, and civic affairs. Grants typically span two years and focus on capital needs, with select support for programs or operations that drive organizational growth. The Foundation prioritizes nonprofit sustainability and long-term impact beyond the grant period.

Application deadline: February 27, 2026
Grant amount: $7,000
Geographic scope: Minnesota
Target population: People facing homelessness and food insecurity
Description: Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless offers Community Impact Grants to support nonprofit organizations serving Minnesotans experiencing food and housing insecurity. Funding supports projects that expand service capacity or improve service quality, including facility improvements, education, and outreach for individuals, families, and youth. Preference is given to organizations that address immediate needs such as emergency shelter and hunger relief.

Application deadline: March 1, 2026
Grant amount: Up to $100,000
Geographic scope: Louisiana
Target population: Community members
Description: The Louisiana Blue Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations working to improve health, education, and quality of life for people in Louisiana. Funding is available through three programs: Innovation Grants for short-term pilot projects (generally under $25,000), Impact Grants to expand services or respond to community crises (up to $100,000 per year), and Community Health Improvement Grants for multi-year efforts addressing major public health challenges. Supported projects may focus on community health, education, child welfare, mental health, chronic disease, or health equity.

Application deadline: March 3, 2026
Grant amount: $200,000—$250,000
Geographic scope: National
Target population: Students, educators, and community members
Description: The Environmental Education Grant Program supports locally and regionally focused projects that promote environmental stewardship and build environmental knowledge among students, educators, and community members. Funding supports projects that design, test, or share effective environmental education practices and increase public awareness of local environmental issues. Supported initiatives help participants develop the skills needed to make informed decisions and take responsible action to protect the environment.

Application deadline: March 13, 2026
Grant amount: $5,000–$300,000
Geographic scope: National
Target population: Museum staff and visitors
Description: The Museums for America (MFA) program supports museums of all sizes and disciplines in project-based efforts that serve the public through education, exhibits, community partnerships, and collections stewardship. Grants support projects that expand experiential learning, respond to community needs, and strengthen the care and management of collections. Awards may last up to three years. Museums and museum-affiliated organizations are encouraged to apply.

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Webinar date: February 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Description: Nonprofits share a common goal: to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people they serve. Yet many organizations struggle with a persistent challenge—how to genuinely involve their community in shaping programs and decisions. While most nonprofits recognize the importance of community engagement, they often lack clear, practical strategies for hearing from the people most impacted by their mission. Limited time, lean budgets, and uncertainty about where to begin can make meaningful engagement feel out of reach. In this webinar, Mindy Muller will explore how nonprofits can move beyond good intentions to build authentic, effective community engagement practices that strengthen programs and deepen impact.

Webinar date: Begins February 17, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Description: The budget is a critical component of any grant application—it should tell a story that complements your proposal narrative and builds your organization’s credibility as a responsible steward of grant funds. Understanding how to build a budget and present your financials in a grant proposal will strengthen your proposals and take the stress out of the drafting process. While building a budget is usually the responsibility of your finance team, development staff should have an understanding of how the document is assembled and what it says. That way, your organization is better positioned to tell one cohesive story in a grant proposal. During this webinar, Alix Rosenfeld of Elevate will explain the building blocks of budgets and how to present an appropriate budget in a grant proposal.

Webinar date: February 18, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Description: Many nonprofits are deeply committed to equity and community impact, yet internally, staff are stretched thin, disengaged, or struggling to stay connected to the mission. When the internal culture erodes, even the most values-driven organizations feel the strain. During this webinar Bonnie Chavez will explore the often-overlooked connection between DEI and burnout and why compassionate leadership is not a “nice to have,” but a critical strategy for sustainability. You’ll discover how small but intentional shifts can reduce costs, improve retention, and reinforce your organization’s values from the inside out.

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