Last updated June 11, 2026
There are currently 1,302 active professional development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
George F. Davis Memorial Grant for Continuing Education Funder: NATAS Mid-America Foundation Purpose: Support continuing education, training, and skill development for media professionals to help…
George H. A. Clowes, Jr., MD, FACS, Memorial Research Career Development Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American College Of Surgeons Amount: US $225,000 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The…
George R. Harrison Scholarship Fund Overview: This fund is committed to advancing the education of aspiring appraisers by reducing the financial hurdles of professional training. It honors George R.…
George Stout Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation For Advancement In Conservation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The George Stout Scholarship, offered…
Overview The colleagues and friends of Dr. Gerald B. Healy have established funding for an annual mentoring fellowship program in his honor. Mentorship is one of the hallmarks of academic and…
Gerre Hancock Internship Purpose: Internship program providing mentoring and training in church music within the Episcopal Church context. Program Structure: Pairs interns with host institutions for…
GFOA Leadership Academy in Phoenix Scholarship Overview: GFOAz awards two scholarships for the GFOA Leadership Academy program in Phoenix offered at Arizona State University. Award Amount: $2,500 per…
GLCA-Library of Congress Faculty-Student Research Initiative Overview: A collaborative research program that brings faculty-student teams to the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. for intensive…
Global Executive Arts Management Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Maryland Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Global Executive Arts Management Fellowship, hosted by the…
Overview Artist Professional Development Grant Artist Professional Development Grants promote the growth and development of visual art in Kentucky by helping improve the critical skills, resources,…
Overview _NOTE: The program does not have specific deadlines and accepts applications throughout the year. Curators are advised to contact the foundation before submitting an application in order to…
GMF: Nonprofit Management Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The GMF Nonprofit Management Fund…
Gold Humanism Scholars at the Harvard Macy Institute Program for Educators Funder: The Arnold P. Gold Foundation Geographic Scope: US and Canada Program Status: Ongoing (since 2012) Purpose: The…
Golden Key Professional Development Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Golden Key International Honour Society Amount: US $750 Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The Golden Key Professional…
Goodman Nursing Scholarship Established: 2012 by Dr. R. Cole and Staci Goodman in honor of the King and Meine Families Purpose: To support nursing professionals in furthering their education Award…
CURF Graduate Internship Program Funder: Clemson University Research Foundation Geographic Scope: Clemson University (South Carolina) Overview: The CURF Graduate Internship Program provides…
Overview _NOTE: We suggest that sabbatical applications be submitted at least three months before the semester begins. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants will be notified of…
Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholars Recognition Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Chemical Society Last Updated: June 03, 2025 Summary The Graduate Student and Postdoctoral…
Grant Patrol (Educator Grants) Funder: Leander Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) Geographic Scope: Leander ISD, Texas Status: Active, ongoing program Overview: LEEF's Grant Patrol is a…
Grant Proposals - Nantucket Education Trust Organization: Nantucket Education Trust (NET), a 501(c)(3) non-profit community organization Geographic Scope: Nantucket, MA and Nantucket Public Schools…
Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.