Last updated June 11, 2026
There are currently 1,302 active professional development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and 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.
Sabbatical Fellowship Program Overview: The Una Chapman Cox Foundation Sabbatical Leave Fellowships were one of the first initiatives of the Cox Foundation and is now its longest-running and…
Sabbatical Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rasmuson Foundation Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The Sabbatical Grant by Rasmuson Foundation offers tribal and nonprofit leaders a…
Sabbatical Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rasmuson Foundation Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: June 27, 2025 Summary The Sabbatical Program by the Rasmuson Foundation supports nonprofit…
SAF: Young Forester Leadership Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of American Foresters (SAF) Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The SAF Young Forester Leadership…
SAH Membership Grant for Emerging Professionals Focus: Emerging scholars can apply for a one-year membership grant that helps bridge the gap between the Society's subsidized student memberships and…
Saha Scholarship to the STS Annual Meeting Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Thoracic Surgery Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The TSF Saha Scholarship,…
Saint Mary’s College Faculty Development Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saint Mary's College Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The Saint Mary's College Faculty…
SPFT Restorative Practices Cohort Overview: Year-long professional development cohort in restorative practices for educator and community members. During the 2017-2018 school year, SPFT supported 15…
Sal Martino Foresight Award Overview: The Sal Martino Foresight Award recognizes trailblazers who demonstrate exceptional creativity in fostering a culture of foresight, embedding foresight into…
Sal Martino Foresight Award Funder: ASAE Research Foundation Purpose: Recognizes trailblazers in the association profession who demonstrate exceptional achievements in foresight leadership.…
Sally Kinsman Scholarship Purpose: A heartfelt tribute to honor the memory and passions of Sally Kinsman, providing annual opportunities for recipients who otherwise could not afford to participate…
Sawtooth STEM Educator Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Stem Action Center Foundation Amount: Up to US $7,000 Last Updated: May 10, 2025 Summary The Sawtooth STEM Educator Award recognizes…
SBE Postdoctoral Research Fellowships The Directorate for Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences (SBE) offers Postdoctoral Research Fellowships to encourageindependence earlyin the fellow'scareerby…
Scaffolding for Practicing Artists (SPA) Program Status: Active SPA is MAP Fund's coaching and strategic support program for practicing artists. Described as "Every artist deserves SPA," this program…
Scholarship & Enrichment Overview: Used annually to support educational opportunities and career growth for employees of Morningstar Living. Eligibility: Qualified team members can benefit from…
Scholarship & Enrichment Status: Active Overview: Used annually to support educational opportunities and career growth for employees of Morningstar Living. Geographic Scope: Morningstar Living…
Scholarship for Nonprofit Leaders Funder: Penny Appeal USA Program Type: Scholarship for nonprofit leadership training Geographic Scope: United States (for leaders in American Muslim organizations)…
Scholarship Fund Purpose: Provide tuition assistance to employees for continuing education. Objectives - Enhance job performance - Improve job satisfaction - Increase Collington staff retention Key…
Scholarship Fund Funder: Landis Homes Retirement Community Geographic Scope: Internal to Landis Homes organization Purpose: Provides continuing education opportunities for qualified team members in…
Scholarship Fund Purpose: Provide tuition assistance to employees for continuing education. The purpose of the fund is to enhance job performance, improve job satisfaction, and increase Collington…
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.