FOELLINGER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Executive Leadership Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foellinger Foundation Inc Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Foellinger Foundation Nonprofit Executive…
Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits
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.
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The Catholic Foundation of Central · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Nonprofit Executive Scholarship Grant Funder: The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida Purpose: Provides partial scholarships to nonprofit executives for professional development, specifically for…
BUSINESS VOLUNTEERS UNLIMITED · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Nonprofit Leadership Advancement Program (NLAP) Overview: A five-part professional development series that provides relevant, evidence-based training for local nonprofit executives. The program was…
Varies
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Leadership Cohort Funder: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Geographic Scope: Rappahannock River Region (Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, and Caroline counties, and…
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Management Program for Emerging Leaders of Color Purpose: Two-year executive leadership program for nonprofit staff Eligibility: - Middle-management nonprofit staff who are people of color…
Up to US $1,000
TD CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Resource Training Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Td Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Nonprofit Resource Training Grant offers up to…
Up to US $100,000
THE COLORADO HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Sabbatical Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Colorado Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: October 31, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit Sabbatical Grant Program,…
US $3,000
FOELLINGER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Staff Leadership Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foellinger Foundation Inc Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Foellinger Foundation Nonprofit Staff Leadership…
Up to $10,000
GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Technical Assistance (NPTA) Fund Geographic Scope: Kent County, Michigan Overview: The Nonprofit Technical Assistance (NPTA) Fund is a collaborative program designed to address the need for…
Up to US $1,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Training and Advancement Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The…
WET MTN VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nonprofit Training Support Geographic Scope: Nonprofit organizations (implied local/Wet Mountain Valley area) Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit organizations Award Details: - Maximum per application:…
LOGAN HEALTH · November 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation
NP/PA Genomics Fellowship Program Overview: The Logan Health NP/PA Genomics Fellowship program is intended to prepare advanced practice clinicians to become genomics clinical experts and genomics…
NATIONAL PANCREAS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
NPF/CAPER Visiting Fellows Program Partners: Collaborative Alliance for Pancreatic Education and Research (CAPER) and The National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) Funder: National Pancreas Foundation…
Paid internship
MILITARY VETERANS IN JOURNALISM INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
NPR Internship for Military Veterans in Journalism Status: On hold as of 2020 due to COVID-19 Funder: National Public Radio (NPR) in partnership with Military Veterans in Journalism (MVJ) Program…
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
NRC Research Associateship Programs Status: Open until May 1, 2026 Type: Fellowship/Professional Development Program Target Audience: Postdoctoral and senior researchers Description: The NRC Research…
US $500
National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
NSHSS Conference Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The NSHSS Conference Grant, provided by…
US $2,500
National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
NSHSS Higher Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Society Of High School Scholars Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The NSHSS Higher Education Grant,…
Up to US $2,000
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CRITICAL-CARE NURSES · Rolling / Open Foundation
NTI Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association Of Critical Care Nurses Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2025 Summary The NTI Scholarship, offered by the American…
Varies
PLOUGHSHARES FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nuclear Futures Fellowship Overview: A fellowship program that supports emerging leaders and diverse perspectives within the nuclear threat reduction field. Focus Areas: - Building capacity of the…
Up to £15,000
Nuffield Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation
Nuffield Farming Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nuffield Trust Amount: Up to £15,000 Last Updated: December 16, 2024 Summary The Nuffield Farming Scholarships provide an exceptional…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of professional development grants for nonprofits are available?
- 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.
- Who is eligible for professional development grants for nonprofits?
- 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.
- How do I apply for professional development grants for nonprofits?
- 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.
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