Grants for Individuals

One of NSF's most prestigious awards supporting early-career faculty who exemplify the role of teacher-scholars. Provides a minimum of $400,000 (or $500,000 in BIO, ENG, OPP directorates) over a 5-year period for integrated research and education.

Provides 3 years of support to outstanding graduate students in STEM. Each year of support includes a $37,000 stipend and $16,000 cost-of-education allowance. Total value approximately $159,000 over the fellowship period.

The original and historically most significant NIH grant mechanism. Supports discrete, specified health-related research projects for up to 5 years. Up to $500,000 per year in direct costs without prior approval; larger budgets require justification.

Helps agricultural producers enter value-added activities. Planning grants up to $50,000 for feasibility studies and business plans; working capital grants up to $200,000 for processing, packaging, and advertising. Requires 1:1 matching funds.

Provides grants to organizations that train, educate, and provide outreach to beginning farmers and ranchers. Supports new agricultural entrepreneurs nationwide with education and mentoring programs.

Awards three $10,000 grants each month to women-owned businesses. Three of the 36 monthly winners receive an additional $50,000 year-end grant. Total annual awards of $510,000. No complex business plan required -- just a written explanation of your business.

Grant marketplace connecting women entrepreneurs to corporate-funded grant opportunities. One application automatically matches you to grants from partners like Visa, American Express, and others as they launch new programs.