Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,264 active professional development grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 11 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 575 list an award amount, with a median of $2,500.

Grants tracked: 1,264; from 816 funders
Median award: $2,500; middle half $1,000–$10K
Total listed funding: $23.0M; across 575 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 26; 67 with a published date

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Creighton Model Medical Consultant Grant Fresnel Shores · Foundation Not published · Varies To increase awareness and training for medical professionals (specifically medical consultants) in Creighton Model restorative reproductive medicine techniques. Meeting qualifications does not guarantee a grant award.	Not published	Varies
Division Innovative Project Grants American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: An important change for joint IPGs is that divisions only need to submit one application and the total funding available is more if submitted as a joint proposal._ The ACS Divisional Activities Committee (DAC) funds new Division…	Not published	Varies
Wexner Field Fellowship Grant The Wexner Family Charitable Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K The Wexner Field Fellowship is a three-year program aimed at enhancing the leadership skills of Jewish professionals in North America.	Not published	$5K
TESOL Leadership Mentoring Program Grant Teachers Of English To Speakers Of Other Languages Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The TESOL Leadership Mentoring Program connects TESOL members with experienced leaders for mentorship and professional development.	Not published	$1K
NDU Workplace Innovation Grant North Dakota United Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The NDU Workplace Innovation Grant, offered by the North Dakota United Foundation, supports individual members or groups in implementing innovative service delivery improvements in public education and services.	Not published	Varies
Marvin and Beth Hix Preparators’ Grant Society of Vertebrate Paleontology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marvin and Beth Hix Preparators’ Grant, offered by the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology, aims to enhance the field of Vertebrate Paleontology through preparation advancements.	Not published	Varies
Arthur Miller Foundation Fellows Program (NYC) Arthur Miller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arthur Miller Theater Education Program (Fellows Program) is a comprehensive support initiative for certified public school theater teachers to create sustainable in-school theater programs.	Not published	Varies
Knowledge Sharing & Awareness Raising Grants Retirement Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Retirement Research Foundation (RRF) offers Professional Education & Training Grants aimed at enhancing the skills of professionals serving older adults (60+).	Not published	Varies
PES Research Fellowship Grants Pediatric Endocrine Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The PES Research Fellowship Grants aim to support the final year of research training in pediatric endocrinology for individuals pursuing academic careers. Grants of up to $30,000 are available for clinical and basic research projects.	Not published	Up to $30K
Kevin R. Keller Scholars Program Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports academically successful first-generation college students enrolled in CFP Board Registered Programs as they pursue CFP® certification.	Not published	Varies
Iowa Quality Residency Program Iowa Hospital Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Equip new quality leaders with knowledge, tools, and peer support to succeed in health care quality roles	Not published	Varies
The Lead Fund American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial support for professional development and leadership opportunities	Not published	Varies
Resident Scholarship to Legislative Conference Grant American Academy of Dermatology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Resident Scholarship to Legislative Conference, offered by the American Academy of Dermatology, provides residents with a unique opportunity to engage with federal legislation impacting dermatology.	Not published	Varies
DANB/DALE Foundation Scholarship Dental Assisting National Board Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $250 – $1K Established to support aspiring and early-career dental assistants in their careers, providing funds to enable them to enter and grow within the dental assisting profession.	Not published	$250 – $1K
Arts Opportunity Mini-Grants Carroll County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provide financial support to non-profit organizations or individual artists seeking creative opportunities, professional development, or presenting specific arts-related events, activities, or projects.	Rolling	Varies
2025-2026 Leadership Academy - Specialized Leadership Coaching Teams Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $750K The Texas Education Agency is launching the 2025-2026 Leadership Academy, which includes Specialized Leadership Coaching Teams.	Not published	$750K
Morgridge Acceleration Program (MAP) Fellowship Grant The Morgridge Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Morgridge Acceleration Program (MAP) Fellowship is a transformative six-month initiative designed for early- to mid-career professionals.	Not published	Varies
The Equity \| Impact Center Institute The Equity Impact Center · Foundation Not published · Varies The first of its kind social impact initiative, the EIC Institute membership program provides long-term, customized strategic support to social impact businesses and nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Western SARE: Professional Development Program Grant Western SARE · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Western SARE Professional Development Program Grant supports education and outreach for agricultural professionals.	Not published	Up to $100K
J. Michael Coleman Scholarship Building Owners & Managers Association of Philadelphia · Foundation Not published · $1K Created by BOMA International Foundation in honor of Mike Coleman, a long-time BOMA leader and advocate for professional excellence.	Not published	$1K
NCA Research Cultivation Grants National Communication Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program listed among NCA's professional development opportunities. Specific details about award amounts, focus areas, and eligibility criteria were not provided in the available website content.	Not published	Varies
AIxBio Game Changers Workshop Horizon Institute for Public Service · Foundation Not published · Varies A three-day immersive workshop designed for professionals considering career transitions into biosecurity policy, with emphasis on the intersection with AI.	Not published	Varies
Jachin Misko Memorial Scholarship Eye Bank Association of America · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program for technical advancement in eye banking, administered by the Eye Bank Association of America.	Not published	Varies
Professional Development Award Region 3 Network Grant National Library of Medicine · Foundation Not published · $2K The Professional Development Award aims to enhance the capabilities of individuals affiliated with Region 3 Network Member institutions.	Not published	$2K

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About professional development grants

Professional development grants fund training, education, and skill-building — for nonprofit staff, educators, artists, researchers, or other professionals — such as conferences, courses, certifications, coaching, and capacity-building. They invest in people and organizational capability rather than programs or buildings, on the premise that stronger skills produce better outcomes. These grants can support individuals directly or help organizations train their teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do professional development grants for nonprofits award?

Of the 1,264 professional development grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 575 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $2,500, and the middle half fall between $1,000 and $10K. The largest is $1.9M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most professional development grants for nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation (20), American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Research and Education Fdtn (11), American Chemical Society (9), American College of Surgeons (9), and Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) (9). In all, 816 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are professional development grants for nonprofits due?

Of 1,264 grants listed, 26 accept applications on a rolling basis, 67 have a published upcoming deadline, 444 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 727 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in October–December.

What is a professional development grant?

A professional development grant funds learning and skill-building activities — workshops, conferences, courses, certifications, coaching, or sabbaticals — that advance the capability of an individual or an organization's staff. The goal is to strengthen expertise, leadership, and capacity rather than to fund a specific program or project directly.

Who offers professional development grants?

These grants come from foundations with capacity-building or leadership-development priorities, professional associations and field-specific funders, employers and workforce programs, and community foundations. Some are awarded to organizations to train their teams, while others go directly to individuals such as educators, artists, or emerging nonprofit leaders.

Can individuals apply, or only organizations?

It depends on the funder. Many professional development grants are made to nonprofits or institutions to build the skills of their staff, but a number of programs — particularly fellowships, scholarships, and field-specific awards — fund individuals directly. Always check whether a given program accepts individual applicants and what eligibility, fields, or affiliations it requires.

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