Connecticut Grants for Individuals

Grants and fellowships to USA, Canada, and International researchers at nonprofit organizations and institutions for projects that explore and increase the understanding of Alzheimer's disease. Applicants should submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is i...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International graduate students, medical students, and postdoctoral fellows for research projects related to autism. The program is intended to support training in a broad range of clinical and basic research areas that are closely relat...

Awards to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and individuals to recognize technologies that make significant positive environmental impacts. Nominees will be judged on science and innovation, human health and environmental benefits, and applicability and...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and individuals to increase the nutritive value of foods and to develop previously underused crops. The purpose of the competition is to identify ingredien...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals from a range of professional backgrounds to study the ethics of their profession in relation to the Holocaust. Eligible participants are involved in the following careers: business, law, design and technology, m...

Opportunity for USA individuals, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions to participate in a competition to advance clean energy technology. The purpose of the competition is to advance the transition to clean energy and b...

Competition for USA individuals and groups to devise coping methods for communities disproportionately affected by environmental threats. Funding is intended to address the health and mental health ramifications of climate-related dangers, with an emphasis on the impac...

Grants to USA and territories K-12 students and teams of students from eligible schools to support creative solutions to challenges the students see around them. Funding is intended to encourage students to come up with new ideas that will have a positive impact on the...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA swim instructors, programs, and facilities to provide adult swimming lessons. Funding is intended to support the provision of free or low-cost opportunities for underserved and underrepresented populations to acquire basic swimming skills....

Opportunity for USA students enrolled at institutions of higher education to participate in a competition to develop military technologies. The purpose of the competition is to foster innovations that improve and modernize reconnaissance and surveillance for military v...

Grants and in-kind support to USA investigators affiliated with institutions for research related to emergency medicine. Funding is intended to support early stage projects that promote emergency medical care and produce results that will eventually lead to a larger pr...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals and groups to participate in a competition to improve methods for refueling space vehicles in space. The goal of the competition is to develop novel systems for venting waste products prior to refueling. First,...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International postdoctoral researchers for research related to the treatment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders. The purpose of this program is to invest in the upcoming generation of autism investigators by identifying talented early...

Awards to USA and territories individuals, companies, and teams to design and build uncrewed aircraft systems that will benefit first responders. The goal of the program is to create systems that will collect visual and location data to improve the safety of first resp...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International MDs, PhDs, those with an equivalent degree, and research centers for research related to cystic fibrosis. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for clinical research unde...

Grants to USA federal agencies, IHEs, national laboratories, research institutions, organizations, corporations, and individuals to develop and disseminate research tools to address the needs of the specialty crop industry. Applicants must complete required registratio...

Prize to USA, territories, and international individuals and teams to recognize innovative solutions for reducing harmful aircraft emissions. The funding source seeks ideas that are relatively sustainable, technically plausible, safe, and lead to results. A key feature...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International graduate students to participate in sustainability and clean energy projects. The purpose of the program is to help fellows make a positive impact on climate and smart energy solutions. Fellowships will take place over the ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations, groups, and individuals for workshops and music programs that provide coaching and support to eligible amateur musicians. Funding may only be used towards instrument rentals, scholarships, and cham...

Fellowships to USA and territories graduate students in eligible Ph.D. programs for workforce development and training related to marine ecosystems and marine resources. Eligible uses of funding may include fees, tuition, travel, stipend, equipment, and supplies. The g...

Opportunity for USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, tribes, academic institutions, and individuals to compete for prizes to develop wave energy technologies. The purpose of the prize is to challenge multidisciplinary teams of innovators, bo...

Opportunity for USA practitioners and teams of practitioners from rural regions to participate in a planning initiative to address substance abuse. Eligible applicants are associated with local or Tribal governmental agencies and work in a wide range of fields, includi...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and territories music creators to support career advancement and professional growth. Funding is intended to support collaborative efforts of composers and artists who create original music to develop both new and existing projects while p...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International historically marginalized individuals to address inequality in relation to technology. Funding is intended to investigate the negative and positive impacts of technology, and how it can be used to include rather than exclud...

Prize to USA individuals, teams, IHEs, businesses, and nonprofit and other organizations to honor efforts to support underrepresented groups in the space technology industry. Applicants are required to pre-register prior to applying. The goal of the award program is to...

Opportunity for USA nonprofits, government agencies, individuals, and academic institutions to participate in a competition to develop innovative security solutions for electric companies. Competitors will work with utility companies to develop software and implement s...

Grants of $25,000 to USA local government employees and groups of employees to determine creative ways in which local governments collaborate with their citizens to improve environmental health. Funding is intended to better understand the challenges and public health ...

Fellowships of up to $5,000 to USA PreK-12th grade educators and up to $10,000 to educator teams for projects that further professional growth and development. Funding is intended to allow teachers to pursue experiences that address practical issues. Proposals that sho...

Grants to USA and territories youth leaders for projects addressing childhood hunger. Funding is intended to support community service initiatives and fundraising projects. The goal of the program is to actualize young people's ideas related to childhood hunger prevent...

Fellowships of up to $5,000 to USA educators and up to $10,000 to teams of educators to improve professional skills. This program is open to full-time K-12 teachers. Eligible proposals should include creative, thoughtful projects or activities that demonstrate potentia...

Awards to USA, Puerto Rico, Guam, and Virgin Islands businesses, small business owners, and entrepreneurs to recognize their outstanding impact, innovations, and contributions to increasing the country's global competitiveness. Awards are intended to celebrate excellen...

Grants and fellowships to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and individuals for agricultural research and educational programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The purpose of this program is to sup...

Grants to USA IHEs, research institutions, agencies, nonprofit organizations, private organizations, and individuals to enhance children's nutritional health and promote agricultural education. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Projects...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International independent investigators for research related to cystic fibrosis. Priority will be given to proposals that advance prevention and treatment strategies, and those that lead to a deeper understanding of disease mechanisms. Fundin...

Grants to USA dairy farmers, producers, technical service providers, and milk buyers in Northeastern states for projects to benefit the dairy industry. Applicants are advised to finalize required registrations prior to the deadline. Grants are available to applicants i...

Prizes of up to $50,000 to USA individuals and entities for innovative plans to address human trafficking. Applicants are required to register with staff prior to submitting an application. The program is intended to prevent the trafficking of women and girls in the Un...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals and groups to participate in a contest to improve lead detection methods for children. The purpose of the contest is to devise portable, affordable, and simple testing mechanisms. Applicants who achieve success...

Grants to Connecticut boards of education, childcare centers, and food producers for farm-to-school projects. Funding is intended to support efforts to have schools and childcare facilities purchase food from local producers. Eligible grant tracks include local procure...

Award of $5,000 to a USA individual to recognize outstanding efforts in philanthropy related to the field of human health. The award is designed to honor individuals whose charitable efforts have impacted human health and have been responsive to their communities, part...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and individuals for initiatives to benefit Japanese American communities. Funding is intended for projects in a wide range of areas, including the humanities, social sciences, traditional arts, and policy and planni...

Award of $1,000 to a USA K-12 formal or informal educator to recognize excellence in the field of educational technology. The award recipient will be honored for the creation and delivery of a technology program. Preference will be shown to programs focusing on aeronau...

Fellowships to Connecticut residents in eligible regions to collaborate with investigators at a local university on patient care research. Research is intended to address patient medical care and outcomes for low-income communities of color. The purpose of the program ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators at medical, academic, or research institutions for pediatric cancer research. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for investigations into the prevention, cause,...

Award of $5,000 to a USA individual to honor dedication to the advancement of social change in the area of health. The purpose of this program is to recognize an individual whose work in the public or nonprofit sector has made a significant impact on the field of healt...

Awards of $10,000 to USA and territories educators to recognize excellence in the field of STEM education. Applicants must teach at the K-6 level. The purpose of this award is to honor teachers who have motivated their students and helped them succeed in the areas of s...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International youth or youth teams, ages 13-24, to present solutions to global challenges, as identified by the United Nations. Applicants must submit the first round of applications before moving up to the second round. Groups must bra...

Internships for USA women visual artists to create projects and assist with facility operations at an art studio in New York. During the program, interns will work with professional artists, assist with classes and workshops, maintain studio functionality, and work on ...

Internships for USA women to learn nonprofit management skills pertaining to arts organizations. Interns will acquire experience by working with operations staff at an established arts nonprofit in New York. Duties and projects will include marketing initiatives, publi...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International veterinarians, post-doctoral fellows, and veterinary students for research projects that address the health needs of cats. All areas of study related to feline health are welcome. Funding is intended for studies...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for activities that advance breast cancer patient care and education. In addition, an award of $1,000 to a USA or Canada practicing breast surgeon to attend a conference. Grant appli...