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National grants for small nonprofits, open now

Grants open to small nonprofits across the U.S., not tied to one state. Some are micro-grants you can apply for in an hour; others need a store or local chapter that serves your area, so check the eligibility line. Programs that accept applications any time are listed after the dated ones.

Last updated October 18, 2026 · 11 open grants · listings verified Oct 18, 2026

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CatCause Closing soon

Annual Grant Program

Who can apply: U.S. cat shelters, rescues and cat welfare programs focused on shelter lifesaving. Cover sheet plus a narrative of up to 3 pages and a budget. 501(c)(3) letter required if selected.

Where: Nationwide

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineOct 31, 2026Email application by 5 PM ET, Oct 31, 2026
AmountUp to $1,500

SNPT Open

Snip the Cycle spay/neuter grants (Fall 2026)

Who can apply: Nonprofits expanding access to free spay/neuter for dogs and cats. Read SNPT's downloadable guidelines for applicant requirements.

Where: Nationwide (open worldwide)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 15, 2026Opened Oct 15; due Nov 15, 2026, 5 PM PT; awards Dec 11
Amount$20,000 available this cycle

Walmart / Sam's Club Open

Spark Good Local Grants (FY27 Cycle 3)

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, government entities, or faith-based groups with community-wide projects (e.g. food pantries). Needs a Spark Good account verified by Deed; allow time for verification. Must serve the same area as the facility you apply to.

Where: Nationwide (apply to a store, club or DC that serves your area)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineNov 30, 2026Cycle 3 runs Aug 1 – Nov 30, 2026
Amount$250–$5,000

The Mockingbird Foundation Open

Music education grants, Round 32 (initial inquiry)

Who can apply: 501(c)(3)s, fiscally sponsored groups and public schools running music education, mainly for children 18 and under; interest in creative expression and disadvantaged groups. Highly competitive (several dozen grants from ~1,000 inquiries).

Where: Nationwide (U.S. only)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineJan 15, 2027Inquiry form open Jun 15 – 11:59 PM PT, Jan 15, 2027; invited proposals due ~April; decisions mid-June
Amount$100–$10,000 (one-time)

Albertsons Companies Foundation (Nourishing Neighbors) Rolling

Innovation Incubation Fund RFP

Who can apply: New or innovative ideas that help end hunger. Not general operating support. Read the RFP for eligibility.

Where: Nationwide (see RFP)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineRollingNo fixed deadline; reviewed monthly (invitation code: InnovationSpark)
AmountSee funder site

BISSELL Pet Foundation Rolling

Partners for Pets enrollment (gateway to BISSELL grant programs)

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) or local-government shelters, foster-based rescues and spay/neuter organizations reducing pet homelessness. Approved partners can join Empty the Shelters adoption events (with grant funding) and host Fix the Future spay/neuter clinics.

Where: Nationwide

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineRollingRolling enrollment
AmountSee funder site

Banfield Foundation Rolling

Disaster Relief Grants

Who can apply: Nonprofit animal organizations (501(c)(3)) and local/state government agencies whose communities have been hit by a natural or other disaster.

Where: Nationwide

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineRollingApplications accepted any time
AmountSee funder site

Costco Wholesale Rolling

Charitable contributions (warehouse donations and grants)

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, and/or health and human services. Monetary requests only. Local organizations apply for warehouse donations; larger broad-based causes use the grant application.

Where: Nationwide (communities where Costco does business)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineRollingRolling; one application per fiscal year (Sep–Aug)
AmountSee funder site

Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation Rolling

Foundation grants

Who can apply: Nonprofits aligned with ending hunger and waste: transportation for food banks and partner agencies, mobile pantries, SNAP enrollment, breakfast after the bell, nutrition education, and services for people experiencing homelessness.

Where: Nationwide (see funder site)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineRollingReviewed quarterly; see funder site
AmountSee funder site

The Awesome Foundation Rolling

$1,000 micro-grants (local chapters)

Who can apply: Anyone: individuals, groups and organizations. No-strings micro-grants for 'awesome' community projects (arts, tech, community development and more); chapters favor local projects with clear community impact.

Where: Nationwide (apply to a chapter near you; chapters worldwide)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineRollingRolling; most chapters decide monthly
Amount$1,000 (or local equivalent)

The Pollination Project Rolling

Daily Grants (seed grants)

Who can apply: Volunteer-led projects by individuals, groups or startup nonprofits: no paid staff, annual budget no more than $50,000, project budget under $10,000, first-time TPP grantees. Must be able to receive a wire transfer. No animal-agriculture projects.

Where: Nationwide (open worldwide)

Official source & how to apply → Verified Oct 18, 2026

DeadlineRollingRolling applications
AmountUp to $500
Not open yet, reopening soon
  • Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation: Quarterly grants (public safety, veteran and nonprofit organizations). Q1 2027 portal hit its 600-application cap and closed; it reopens Jan 14, 2027 at 2 PM ET. Apply early. Funder site →
  • Dollar General Literacy Foundation: Adult, Family & Summer Reading grants; Youth Literacy grants. Adult, Family and Summer Reading applications open January 2027; Youth Literacy in spring 2027. Funder site →
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