Here are grant opportunities that almost any new nonprofit can apply for:
1. Awesome Foundation Grant Award: $1,000Deadline: Monthly (Rolling)Eligibility: New nonprofits, startups, and community organizations This is a great starter grant for new nonprofits. Funds can be used for programs, supplies, outreach, or launching new initiatives.Apply: https://www.awesomefoundation.org 2. Pollination Project Seed GrantAward: $500–$1,000 (with potential for additional funding later)Deadline: Rolling (Daily Review)Eligibility: New nonprofits and grassroots organizations This is one of the best grants for early-stage nonprofits focused on community impact.Apply: https://thepollinationproject.org 3. Walmart Spark Good Local GrantAward: $250–$5,000Deadline: QuarterlyEligibility: Local nonprofits serving the community Great for youth programs, food programs, outreach, education, and community support initiatives.Apply: https://www.walmart.org 4. Target Community GivingAward: VariesEligibility: New and growing nonprofits Target supports nonprofits focused on education, community development, and local impact.Apply: https://corporate.target.com/sustainability-esg/community/community-giving 5. Home Depot Community Impact GrantAward: Up to $5,000Eligibility: Nonprofits working on community improvement projects Good for nonprofits focused on housing, community improvement, and neighborhood support.Apply: https://corporate.homedepot.com Quick Tip for New NonprofitsNew nonprofits often have the best success with:• Seed Grants• Micro Grants• Local Grants• Corporate Grants• Capacity-Building Grants