District of Columbia Grants

Last updated November 7, 2026

There are currently 46 active grants available to District of Columbia applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

46 grants in District of Columbia

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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
ADLM CPOCT Research Grant Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine · Foundation Not published · Varies The ADLM CPOCT Research Grant supports point-of-care testing outcome studies.	Not published	Varies
Ward 8 Community Investment Fund (Ward8CIF) Grant Program - Round 2 DSLBD Current Funding · State Not published · $43M DSLBD initiative created to increase ease of doing business in the District.	Not published	$43M
Sal Martino Foresight Award ASAE Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sal Martino Foresight Award recognizes trailblazers who demonstrate creativity in fostering a culture of foresight and using ASAE's ForesightWorks materials.	Not published	Varies
CSPI Food Policy Catalyst Subgrants Center for Science in the Public Interest · Foundation Not published · Varies The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) and affiliate CSPI Action Fund provide subgrants through the Food Policy Catalyst initiative, seeking and supporting partnerships with community-based organizations and advocates at the…	Not published	Varies
AAPD Paul G. Hearne Emerging Leader Award American Association of People with Disabilities · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Annual AAPD award recognizing emerging leaders with disabilities (individuals or teams) who exemplify leadership and advocacy for the cross-disability community.	Not published	Up to $10K
AIA / Architects Foundation Diversity Advancement Scholarship American Institute of Architects College of Fellows Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Diversity Advancement Scholarship supports architecture students from underrepresented / marginalized communities pursuing a NAAB-accredited degree (administered in partnership with the American Institute of Architects / Architects…	Not published	Varies
AAJA Scholarships & Internship Grants Asian American Journalists Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) annually offers up to $20,000 in scholarships and internship grants to journalism students to help offset education, internship, and living costs, including named Broadcast News Internship…	Not published	Varies
NextGen Scholarship ASAE Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The NextGen Scholarship provides financial support to young professionals (ages 35 and under) to attend ASAE in-person events and access networking and mentorship opportunities. Lists About/Eligibility/Program Cycle/Recipients/Apply.	Not published	Varies
AAUW International Fellowship American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AAUW International Fellowships support women who are not US citizens or permanent residents to pursue full-time graduate or postgraduate study/research in the US (or, in some cases, a first master's/professional/doctoral degree).	Not published	Varies
American Gold Star Mothers Chapter Grant American Gold Star Mothers Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $400 The AGSM Chapter Grant supports American Gold Star Mothers chapters. Up to five $400 grants are awarded each quarter.	Not published	Up to $400
CAE Scholarship ASAE Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CAE Scholarship provides financial assistance to individuals pursuing the CAE credential, covering the cost of registering for the exam or exam preparation materials. Lists About/Eligibility/Program Cycle/Recipients/Apply.	Not published	Varies
Commercial Property Acquisition Fund City First Enterprises Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500K The Commercial Property Acquisition Fund (a DC government program administered by City First Enterprises) disburses down-payment assistance grants of up to $500,000 or 25% of the sale price, whichever is less, to help businesses acquire…	Rolling	Up to $500K
ASAE-USAe Travel Scholarship ASAE Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ASAE-USAe Travel Scholarship financially supports association professionals to attend the ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition, providing funding for travel, housing, and additional costs.	Not published	Varies
Ward 8 Community Investment Fund (Ward8CIF) Grant Program - Round 2 FY26 DSLBD Current Funding · State Not published · $896K – $43M The Ward8CIF Grant Program is a DSLBD initiative created to increase the ease of doing business in the District.	Not published	$896K – $43M
AAUW American Fellowship American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AAUW American Fellowships support women scholars completing doctoral dissertations, conducting postdoctoral research, or preparing research for publication (American Doctoral Fellowship, American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship…	Not published	Varies
NextGen: Rising Star Award ASAE Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The NextGen: Rising Star Award highlights an extraordinary young professional with a proven track record of commitment to the association community.	Not published	Varies
AMC Leaders Scholarship ASAE Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AMC Leaders Scholarship supports the association management company (AMC) community and workforce development by providing funding, connections, and learning opportunities through ASAE in-person meetings, events, and mentoring/coaching.	Not published	Varies
ADLM General Research Grant Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine · Foundation Not published · Varies The Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM, formerly AACC) offers a General Research Grant — a small start-up grant targeted to young investigators who need limited research funds to explore new ideas in areas where funds…	Not published	Varies
ACOG Foundation Grants (annual request for proposals) American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K Each year the ACOG Foundation releases a request for grant proposals; grants range from $10,000 to $100,000, with proposal topics that change annually.	Not published	$10K – $100K
AAVMC Dr. Catherine A. Knupp Scholarship American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges · Foundation Not published · Varies Named AAVMC student scholarship (2nd annual as of 2025), awarded to veterinary students alongside AAVMC's broader student-scholarship program supported by grants from the Zoetis Foundation.	Not published	Varies
AAUW Career Development Grant American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AAUW Career Development Grants support women who hold a bachelor's degree and are pursuing a credential, certificate, or degree to advance/change careers or re-enter the workforce.	Not published	Varies
AAUW Selected Professions Fellowship American Association of University Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AAUW fellowship for women pursuing a master's or professional degree in fields where women are underrepresented - Architecture, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural/Physical Science, Technology, or Medicine.	Not published	Varies

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About grants in District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. supports the arts and community programs through the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, with additional public funding from the Office of the State Superintendent of Education and the DC Department of Housing and Community Development. As the nation's capital, the District also hosts an unusually high concentration of national foundations and grantmakers headquartered nearby, alongside the regionally focused Greater Washington Community Foundation, the Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation, and the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants does the District of Columbia offer?

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is the District's designated arts agency and funds individual artists and nonprofit organizations. Other public funders include the Office of the State Superintendent of Education and the DC Department of Housing and Community Development, which support education and affordable housing initiatives across the city.

What foundations serve the District of Columbia?

The Greater Washington Community Foundation, the Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation, and the Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation are leading regional grantmakers focused on the DC metro area. Because Washington is home to many nationally focused foundations and advocacy funders, organizations based in the District often have access to a deeper pool of philanthropic capital than most cities.

Are there grants for DC community organizations?

Yes. DC community organizations can pursue arts and humanities grants from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, neighborhood and housing funding through the Department of Housing and Community Development, and regional grants from the Greater Washington Community Foundation and the Cafritz and Meyer foundations.

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