Economics and Business Grants for Nonprofits

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ASEAN Prize

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Application Deadline:

May 25, 2026

The ASEAN Prize aims to recognize the inspiring achievements of ASEAN citizens or ASEAN-based organizations making significant contributions toward ASEAN community-building efforts.

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Hinrich Foundation

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Application Deadline:

May 31 and October 31, annually

The Hinrich Foundation is an Asia-based philanthropic organization that works to advance mutually beneficial and sustainable global trade.

Support is provided for research projects and…

National Endowment for Democracy

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Application Deadline:

January 26 and June 2, 2026

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a private, nonprofit foundation dedicated to the growth and strengthening of democratic institutions around the world.

NED makes grants to non-…

Nikkei Asia Award

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Application Deadline:

June 14, 2026

The Nikkei Asia Award aims to recognize innovation originating in Asia. 

For the purposes of the Award, innovation is defined as any activity that promotes the transformation of Asia…

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation

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Application Deadline:
  • Concept Notes: March 5 and June 16, 2026
  • Healthy Women, Healthy Economies Research Prize: March 19, 2026 (latest expired date)

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) supports sustainable economic growth and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.

Support is provided through the following project funds:

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IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge

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Application Deadline:

Phase one submissions: June 19, 2026

The IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge is a global competition that solicits solutions from start-ups, grassroots organizations, universities, or anyone else that is working to bridge the…

United States-Japan Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • Letters of inquiry: March 27, June 26, September 25, and December 18, 2025 by 11:59 PM EDT

The United States-Japan Foundation is committed to promoting stronger ties between Americans and Japanese by supporting projects that foster mutual knowledge and education, deepen understanding,…

Teach The Future

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Application Deadline:

June 26, 2026

Teach The Future's Next Generation Foresight Practitioner - Young Voices Awards program is designed to recognize, inspire, and support high-achieving students who are making a difference in their…

Nonprofits that work in the realms of economics or business often play a key role in workforce development, supporting entrepreneurship and job creation. These kinds of nonprofits rely on business and economics grants in order to pursue their missions. 

There are many kinds of organizations that might provide these kinds of grants. This includes many private foundations such as the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation or the Surdna Foundation. When drafting a business and economics grant proposal, it's essential to prove that you understand the community or region you are looking to aid. Relevant statistics could include information on local underemployment rates, economic inequality and small business survival.  A good place to get started on research is the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

If you need further guidance on drafting a great grant proposal, then make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the topic. You can also browse a selection of business and economics grants right here, all open for applications.