GrantStation Insider | January 15, 2026

Application deadline: February 15, 2026
Grant amount: Varies
Target population: Community members
Description: The Conagra Brands Foundation’s Community Impact Grants support nonprofit organizations working to address food insecurity. Funding is available for initiatives focused on food access, nutrition education, cooking skills, healthy and active lifestyles, and community-based urban agriculture programs that build entrepreneurial skills. The Foundation also provides support for nonprofit-led special events.

Application deadline: None
Grant amount: $1,000–$12,000
Target population: Mothers working as Direct Service Workers
Description: The Zorya Foundation’s Mothers in Medicine Fund provides childcare support to women working in healthcare who are mothers or primary caregivers. Grants are available to direct service healthcare workers to help offset childcare costs and support job retention. Applicants may apply for either a one-time $1,000 grant to cover one month of childcare or a full-year childcare grant totaling $12,000.

Application deadline: February 25, 2026
Grant amount: Up to $11,000
Target population: Performing artists
Description: USArtists International supports U.S.-based dance, music, and theater ensembles, as well as individual artists, presenting work at international festivals and performing arts markets outside the U.S. Grants support tours with one to three engagements, including at least one international festival or performing arts market. Funds may be used for artist fees, travel and lodging, visas, shipping, and related costs. All awards require a 1:1 cost share.

Application deadline: February 15, 2026
Grant amount: $1,000–$500,000
Target population: Youth in agricultural education
Description: CHS and the CHS Foundation invest in programs that strengthen rural communities and build the next generation of agricultural leaders. The Cooperative Education program funds projects that educate students about the agricultural cooperative business model, with a focus on reaching middle school students through young producers. Funded projects should help build a diverse pipeline of future leaders in agriculture. Priority is given to national or multi-state programs. 

Application deadline: February 13, 2026
Grant amount: $100,000
Geographic scope: Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Newark, and Philadelphia
Target population: Working students
Description: Total Spark 2026, a partnership between Total Wireless and Empower Work, provides grants to support students balancing school, work, and family. Eligible applicants are local nonprofits already serving working students and looking to expand their impact. Grants are awarded to one nonprofit in each of five cities: Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Newark, and Philadelphia. Grant funds may also be used to support broader programming that advances the organization’s mission for working students. 

Application deadline: March 15, 2026
Grant amount: Up to $25,000
Geographic scope: New Hampshire and Vermont
Target population: Children
Description: The Children’s Literacy Foundation (CLiF) inspires a love of reading and writing among children up to age 12 in New Hampshire and Vermont. Its Year of the Book program provides up to $25,000 in literacy programs, support, and new children’s books to help schools build a culture of literacy. Public schools serving grades pre-K–6 with at least 35% of students eligible for free/reduced lunch and at least 30% scoring below ‘Proficient’ in reading and writing may apply. 

Application deadline: February 27, 2026
Grant amount: Up to $250,000 over three years
Geographic scope: Southern Indiana
Target population: Community members
Description: The Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, and schools working to improve health and wellness in southern Indiana. Community Collaboration Grants fund multi-sector partnerships that address systemic barriers to health. Funded initiatives may focus on areas such as healthcare access, mental health and substance use support, chronic disease prevention, transportation, early childhood and family support, housing and economic stability, social engagement, and community safety.

Application deadline: February 15, 2026
Grant amount: From $1,000
Geographic scope: States where Union Home operates
Target population: Community members
Description: The Union Home Mortgage Foundation helps families achieve economic self-sufficiency by funding nonprofits in states where Union Home operates. The Foundation supports two main areas. Financial literacy programs range from K–12 education to individualized credit counseling and debt management. Housing programs cover emergency, transitional, and permanent supportive housing, as well as affordable housing for people experiencing homelessness or other challenges such as mental health issues, trauma, or addiction.

Application deadline: February 24, 2026
Grant amount: Up to $25,000,000
Geographic scope: National
Target population: Community members
Description: The Department of Transportation’s 2026 National Infrastructure Investments program provides competitive grants for planning and constructing transportation projects that improve safety, mobility, environmental sustainability, economic opportunity, and community connectivity. Grants aim to fund projects with significant local or regional impact, supporting innovation, partnerships, and quality of life improvements. Eligible applicants include states, territories, local governments, transit agencies, port authorities, federally recognized Tribes, and multi-jurisdictional groups.

Application deadline: February 17, 2026
Grant amount: Varies
Geographic scope: National
Target population: Veterans
Description: The Department of Veterans Affairs’ Transition In Place program funds community-based organizations to provide transitional housing services that help Veterans move into permanent housing. Grants support individual apartment units where Veterans receive time-limited, intensive supportive services until they can assume the lease of the home. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, local and state governments, public housing authorities, and federally recognized Tribes.

Go from a great idea to a fully functioning 501(c)(3) with this in-depth guide from Nonprofit Hub & BryteBridge Nonprofit Solutions. The guide covers key business fundamentals that help build a strong organizational foundation. These fundamentals are presented in logical stages of importance, designed to be implemented as resources become available.

Do you have a New Year's resolution to improve or expand your organization in the coming year? The GrantStation database includes options for capacity building and training programs under the "types of support" dropdown. These options will help you find funders that will help you strengthen your organization and team.

Webinar date: January 22, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Description: You're spending the same amount of time on a $50,000 grant as you would on a $500,000 one—and getting a fraction of the impact. That's the uncomfortable truth most grant seekers don't realize until they secure their first major foundation award. While major gifts dominate fundraising conversations, your most promising foundation investors also deserve strategy as a category. The latter are increasingly shifting toward fewer, larger awards, and they're looking for grantees to serve as investments, not just implementers of programs. During this webinar, Susan Schaefer will offer specialized strategies to propel your largest foundation awards by rethinking how you approach the top segment of your portfolio.

Webinar date: Begins January 26, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Description: Most nonprofits work hard to attract individual donors, as local community support is vital to long-term sustainability. However, nurturing individual donors in a way that builds real loyalty and consistent revenue can be a challenge. During this TargetED, Sarah Barton will guide you through the essential elements of a strong individual giving program. You’ll explore how to design an intentional donor engagement journey, communicate stories that inspire action, and tailor your outreach using thoughtful segmentation.

Webinar date: January 28 & 29, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Description: A How-To Clinic for Nonprofit Bookkeepers
Are you ready to maximize QuickBooks for your nonprofit’s financial needs? This practical workshop is designed specifically for nonprofit bookkeepers and finance professionals, offering actionable insights and tailored strategies to streamline your accounting processes. Led by expert Gregg Bossen, CPA PC, this two-part interactive clinic (120 minutes per session) dives into advanced QuickBooks topics essential for nonprofits. Through live demonstrations, you’ll learn practical skills, see real-time QuickBooks applications, and get immediate answers to your questions. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your expertise and transform how you manage your nonprofit’s finances!

Start the year with a stronger, more strategic approach to grants and fundraising. The Online Learning Academy provides year-round access to expert-led training designed to strengthen grantwriting skills, fundraising practices, and organizational capacity. 

For a limited time, get $150 off an Annual Access pass and invest once in a full year of professional development that supports sustainable funding and long-term impact. Use promo code: winter150 to claim your discount. Valid through February 12, 2026.

Take $150 off your first year at the Online Learning Academy!

GrantStation shares database profiles of local, national, Canadian, and international grantmakers with upcoming deadlines. Information on featured funders is available on the GrantStation homepage.