Arts Leadership Residency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theatre Bay Area Amount: US $12,000 Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The Arts Leadership Residency, offered by Theatre Bay Area, provides a…
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.
Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants Funder: Carroll County Arts Council Inc Geographic Scope: Carroll County, Maryland Purpose: Provide financial support to non-profit organizations or individual artists…
Arts Project Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Arts Project Support Grants by the South Carolina…
ASA Annual Meeting Travel Fund Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Sociological Association Amount: US $500 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The ASA Annual Meeting Travel Fund Awards…
ASAE-USAe Travel Scholarship Funder: ASAE Research Foundation Purpose: Financially supports association professionals to attend the ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition. Funding Covers: - Travel costs…
ASAE-USAe Travel Scholarship Overview: The ASAE-USAe Travel scholarship financially supports association professionals to attend the ASAE Annual Meeting and Exposition. Funding Coverage: The…
ASC Artist Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts & Science Council Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Summary The ASC Artist Support Grants program supports emerging and…
ASC: Creative Renewal Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts & Science Council Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The ASC: Creative Renewal Fellowship offers…
ASCB FRED Mentoring Program Overview: FRED (Faculty Research and Education Development) is a mentoring program designed to promote grant funding success for senior postdocs and junior faculty from…
ASH Clinical Research Training Institute (CRTI) in Latin America Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society of Hematology Inc Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: May 16,…
ASH Clinical Research Training Institute in Asia-Pacific Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society of Hematology Inc Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: June 30, 2025…
ASH Quality Improvement Training Institute (QITI) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society of Hematology Inc Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: October 20, 2025…
ASHG Mentorship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society Of Human Genetics (ASHG) Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The ASHG Mentorship Award recognizes outstanding…
ASHP Foundation Compounded Sterile Preparations (CSP) Training Awards Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society Of Health System Pharmacists Research And Education Foundation (ASHP)…
ASN Presidential Student Scholarship Overview: A transformative initiative providing complimentary ASN memberships to every graduate student enrolled in Academic Nutrition Departments and Programs…
ASOR: Annual Meeting Registration Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR) Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The ASOR Annual Meeting Registration…
ASPET Travel Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society For Pharmacology And Experimental Therapeutics Inc Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Summary The ASPET Travel…
Assembly Fellowship Program Overview: Launched in 2020, the Assembly Fellowship program serves as a window to deeper engagement with Recess and expanded creative fields, while strengthening…
Assembly Peer Leadership Program Overview: Peer Leadership is a paid program from January through August that offers opportunities for young people ages 18-26 to build upon their artmaking,…
Assistance Fund for Contingent Faculty Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Conference on College Composition and Communication Amount: US $750 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Assistance…
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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