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Grants for Nebraska State, Local, Municipal & Tribal Governments

Find 502 active, human-verified grants for state and local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations, cities, counties, school districts, and public agencies. Explore funding from federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate grantmakers across Nebraska, updated daily.

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502 grants found

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Tribal Entities in Multiple States to Benefit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and government and tribal entities in multiple states to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the areas of education and safety. Pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 149338

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support impactful programs in a broad range of focus areas such as human services, the arts, education, the disadvantaged, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 150016

Grants to Nebraska Organizations and Agencies for Projects to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska organizations and government entities for projects and services to benefit the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives that support community development, address emerging needs, and impact significant numbers ...

GrantWatch ID#: 152456

Grants to USA Tribes, Agencies, and Nonprofits to Strengthen Native Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA tribes, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations including schools and IHEs for projects that benefit Native nations and people. Grant funds are intended to support land-related projects. Eligible proposals support the recovery and retention ...

GrantWatch ID#: 154595

Grants to USA IHEs, Research Organizations, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Innovat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA IHEs, research organizations, for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for innovative agricultural research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Proposals are invited for high-p...

GrantWatch ID#: 161422

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 in...

GrantWatch ID#: 162242

In-Kind Grants to USA Agencies and Nonprofits in Multiple States to Develop Play Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants to USA municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in multiple states to support the development of new playgrounds. The purpose of this program is to serve low-income communities that do not have a playspace or need to replace an unsafe...

GrantWatch ID#: 163580

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes in Multiple States for Arts Presentations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities to provide high-quality arts and cultural touring presentations. Applicants must complete the required registratio...

GrantWatch ID#: 165049

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Recycling Companies to Purchase Recyclin...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, government entities, municipalities, schools, and recycling companies to purchase recycling equipment. Funding may be used to cover the cost of new or previously used equipment. Eligible uses of funds in...

GrantWatch ID#: 165667

Grants to USA Municipal and Nonprofit Organizations for Animal Disaster Relief

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA municipal and nonprofit organizations for disaster relief efforts that support animals and pet owners. Funding is intended for emergency supplies and equipment, veterinary care, urgent temporary repairs to facilities, and supplemental staffing and vo...

GrantWatch ID#: 165776

In-Kind Donations of Equipment and Training to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Create...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of fruit trees, equipment, volunteer workers, and training to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government entities to create orchards in communal and public places. Funding is intended to improve the surrounding environment and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 169156

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Municipalities for Book Publication

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $12,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and municipalities to support efforts to produce and publish non-fiction books. Funding is intended for publications on the subjects of art, architecture and design; cultural history, the cit...

GrantWatch ID#: 170317

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Faith-Based Organizations, and Agencies for Activities to Benef...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, churches, synagogues, and government agencies for activities that benefit local residents of eligible locations. Previous grants have been awarded to youth sports programs, libraries, and the police department. Applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 173608

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Nebraska nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, IHEs, schools, and tribes for arts programming that benefits local communities. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173881

Grants and Loans to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Develop Community Facilities in Rural Regio...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and Tribes located in rural areas to support the development of community facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days to complete. Eligible u...

GrantWatch ID#: 174366

In-Kind Donations of Books to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies to Supplement Librar...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of books to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges and universities, museums and libraries, and local, state, and federal government agencies to build library collections. The books must be chosen in person by a representative at the fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 174863

Grants to Nebraska Entities Running Conferences for EMS Providers to Reduce Attendee Registrat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska entities running conferences for emergency medical service providers to reduce attendee registration fees. Funding is intended to defray the cost of registration fees and tuition. Eligible conferences must meet the following requirements: have a...

GrantWatch ID#: 175406

Grants to USA Law Enforcement Agencies for Costs Related to Purchasing and Training Police Dogs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $4,500 to USA and territories law enforcement agencies for acquiring skilled and efficient police dogs. Funding is intended to assist police departments with the overwhelming costs needed to acquire a trained canine. Funding may be used to help cov...

GrantWatch ID#: 178293

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs for Programs that Benefit Local Com...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public universities, and K-12 schools for programs that benefit residents in local communities. Interested applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 178724

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Unmet Needs and Emerging Issues in Eligi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government agencies to address urgent or emerging community needs in eligible locations. Applicants should contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for at least one of the following fields...

GrantWatch ID#: 180585

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and Sovereign Tribes Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Promote Pos...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and sovereign tribes nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs for programs that promote postsecondary success for underserved students. Funding is intended to improve the quality of and access to higher education in order ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183148

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Animal Welfare Activities Following Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to respond to animal welfare needs following disasters and emergencies. Funding is intended for a wide range of services and equipment related to animal welfare activities, including veterinary care, me...

GrantWatch ID#: 185764

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Accessibility of Arts and Cultural E...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,500 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the accessibility of arts and cultural events. The purpose of the program is to make events more accessible to individuals with disabilities and those with limited profic...

GrantWatch ID#: 185845

Grants to Nebraska Counties and Municipalities to Support the Development of Tourist Sites

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska qualifying counties and municipalities to develop tourist attractions and facilities. Funding is intended to increase the number of visitors to the area and benefit local and regional economies. Funded projects include, but are not limited to, h...

GrantWatch ID#: 185864

Grants to Nebraska Counties and Municipalities for Economic Development Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska qualifying counties and municipalities for infrastructure projects or business loans that help to promote economic development. Applicants must contact program staff before submitting an application. The purpose of the program is to assist busin...

GrantWatch ID#: 185865

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, IHEs, and Agencies to Assist Communities After Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, IHEs, and agencies to benefit those who were affected by tornadoes, floods, and other natural disasters. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 186734

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 Isra...

GrantWatch ID#: 186927

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. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187101

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. Funding is intended for projects that explore our understanding of the evolution, composition, and structure of the Earth and its ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187103

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187108

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 activit...

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 infor...

GrantWatch ID#: 187110

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Tribes for Workforce Readiness Programs for...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, local governments, institutions of higher education, and tribes for adult workforce readiness programs. Funding is intended to support programs and services that provide technical or career training, basic education, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 187616

Grants to Iowa and South Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies to Assist Those Impacted by Major Disa...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa and South Dakota nonprofit organizations and public agencies in eligible areas to aid in the recovery efforts for those impacted by major disasters. Funding is intended to help meet critical needs in the community when a major event...

GrantWatch ID#: 189315

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Canadian War Memorial Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and for-profits, and Canadian provinces and municipalities for commemorative memorials that honor Canada's servicemen. Funding is intended to support building new memorials or restor...

GrantWatch ID#: 190275

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies to Mitigate Human Trafficking

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and projects that help to eliminate human trafficking in eligible counties. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities that add...

GrantWatch ID#: 190841

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Arts Exhibits and Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, government and public agencies, IHEs, and PreK-12 schools for arts exhibits, programs, and performances. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. The purpose of the program is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 191714

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Construct Skateboard Parks in ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies to create skateboard parks in disadvantaged communities. Funding is intended to support the design, development, and construction of new facilities and parks that are safe, free...

GrantWatch ID#: 191884

Grants to USA Cities and Towns to Encourage Collaboration Among Community Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $10,000 to USA and territories cities and towns to encourage collaboration among community residents. Funding may be used for project coordination, coaching, and project-related expenses. The goal of the program is to provide start-up funding for residen...

GrantWatch ID#: 194652

Grants to USA and Israel Scientist Teams for Collaborative Robotics Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientist teams associated with IHEs, hospitals, and agencies for collaborative robotics research. Funding is intended for research projects that advance the field of robotics, particularly in terms of intelligence, embodiment, and computa...

GrantWatch ID#: 195128

In-Kind Sponsorships and Donations to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Community-Based Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind sponsorships and donations to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations and government entities for social, humanitarian, educational, and community programs. Funding is intended to support a scientific, charitable, literary, or educational objective. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 196986

In-kind Donations of Equipment to USA and Canada Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs for Community S...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of equipment to USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, schools, and institutions of higher education for community support and the promotion of science education. Donations also align with the company's environmental goals by recyc...

GrantWatch ID#: 196987

In-Kind Grants of Technology to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve Operations in...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of software licenses to USA and territories government agencies, foundations, educational entities, and nonprofit organizations to improve operations. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 197043

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs and Projects that Address Community Ne...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government entities for activities that benefit residents of eligible communities. Funding is intended for the focus areas of education, recreation, healthcare, and community infrastructure. The Foundation awards gran...

GrantWatch ID#: 197158

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Agencies, and School Districts to Improve the Local Quality of ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and school districts for programs and activities that improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support projects that make a difference in people's liv...

GrantWatch ID#: 198063

Grants to Nebraska Organizations and Agencies to Address Unmet Community Needs in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Nebraska organizations and government agencies to address the needs of local communities in eligible locations. Applicants must meet with staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities that respond to unmet charitable needs and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198246

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts Programs for Seniors

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations and government entities for artist-led workshops serving older adults. Funding is intended to provide sequential arts instruction, build participants' creative skills, encourage social engagement, and culm...

GrantWatch ID#: 198708

Grants to USA School Districts for Technology that Improves Teaching Performance and Promotes ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA schools districts for projects that improve teaching performance and promote professional development. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist schools and districts with their teacher observation and col...

GrantWatch ID#: 199042

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Biological Research Projects Related to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists at nonprofit IHEs, agencies, and hospitals for cooperative international scientific research related to integrative organismal systems. Funding is intended for research projects on behavioral systems, neural systems, plant bioti...

GrantWatch ID#: 199424

Grants to USA and Israel Scientists for Collaborative Research Projects Related to Manufacturi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Israel scientists associated with agencies, hospitals, and nonprofit IHEs for innovative collaborative research projects related to manufacturing and engineering. Funding is intended for cooperative international research in manufacturing, biomec...

GrantWatch ID#: 199429
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