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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Theatre Bay Area · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

CARROLL COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

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…

South Carolina Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

American Sociological Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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 RESEARCH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Varies (program includes funding for participants and mentoring support)
THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR CELL BIOLOGY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEMATOLOGY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEMATOLOGY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HUMAN GENETICS · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

$40 annual value (complimentary ASN membership)
AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR NUTRITION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ASN Presidential Student Scholarship Overview: A transformative initiative providing complimentary ASN memberships to every graduate student enrolled in Academic Nutrition Departments and Programs…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF OVERSEAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR PHARMACOLOGY & · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Paid hourly at staff level, snacks and metrocards provided
RECESS ACTIVITIES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

Up to $1,000 per month, snacks and metrocards provided
RECESS ACTIVITIES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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,…

Conference on College Composition and Communication · Rolling / Open Foundation

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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