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Jan 28, 2026

Heads-Up Grant Opportunities & Awards


A curated overview of grant, scholarship, and micro-grant opportunities currently open or expected to open soon.

Category: General

 

I. Grants for Non-Profit Organizations

The following opportunities are available to qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or are anticipated to open soon. These grants support technology innovation, community engagement, equity initiatives, and mission-driven programming.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) – AWS Imagine Grant

The AWS Imagine Grant is a public grant opportunity open to registered nonprofit organizations using cloud technology to accelerate their missions.

AWS Imagine Grant offers three distinct award categories for U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations, based on organizational goals and stages of technology adoption.

Pathfinder — Generative AI Award

The Pathfinder award supports highly innovative, mission-critical projects that leverage generative AI to create scalable, repeatable solutions with the potential to impact entire industries or fields.

Projects must build upon an existing data strategy and have a defined generative AI use case in the planning or implementation phase.

Award Package Includes:
  • Up to $200,000 in unrestricted financial support
  • Up to $100,000 in AWS Promotional Credits
  • Implementation support from the AWS Generative AI Innovation Center
  • Access to AWS training and technical support
  • Opportunity for AWS marketing promotion

View application details »

Amazon Web Services
410 Terry Avenue North, Seattle, WA
Phone: (833) 662-9873
Website: aws.amazon.com
Email: jmalsm@amazon.com

GEICO Philanthropic Foundation

The GEICO Philanthropic Foundation supports 501(c)(3) organizations whose missions align with Education, Community Engagement, and Promoting Equity.

Eligibility & Focus Areas

  • Must be a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
  • Programs must align with Education, Community Engagement, or Promoting Equity

Application Period

Applications are accepted annually from October 1 through December 31.

Required Application Materials

  • Organization details and 501(c)(3) documentation
  • Organizational history and mission summary
  • Requested funding amount and project budget
  • Most recent audited financial statements
  • Board member list
  • Recognition/acknowledgment plan
GEICO Philanthropic Foundation
5260 Western Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Phone: 301-986-3440
Website: geico.com/philanthropic-foundation
Contact: Seth M. Ingall

The Lawrence Foundation

The Lawrence Foundation is a private family foundation supporting environment, human services, education, and disaster relief initiatives.

Grant Highlights

  • Typical awards: $5,000 – $10,000
  • General operating and program/project grants accepted
  • All grants issued as unrestricted funding
  • Indirect costs allowed (up to 50%)

Grant Cycles & Deadlines

  • April 30 → June funding cycle
  • October 3 → December funding cycle

Applications must be submitted online through the Common Grant Application.

The Lawrence Foundation
PO Box 3209, Santa Monica, CA 90408
Website: thelawrencefoundation.org
Email: info@lawrencefoundation.org

Congratulations To… Non-Profit Grant Awards — Coming Early 2026

II. Scholarships, Fellowships & Grants for Students

The following opportunities support high-achieving students, future leaders, and individuals pursuing academic or technical education.

Coca-Cola Scholars Program

A highly competitive, achievement-based scholarship awarding $20,000 to 150 U.S. high school seniors annually for leadership, service, and community impact.

  • Minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA
  • U.S. citizenship or residency
  • Online application only (no essays or recommendations required)

The Gates Cambridge Scholarship

A fully funded postgraduate scholarship for exceptional students from outside the UK to study at the University of Cambridge.

Home Depot Foundation – Path to Pro Scholarship

Supports students pursuing skilled trades education such as carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and construction management.

Congratulations To… Scholarship Award Announcements — Coming Soon

III. Grants for Individuals, Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs

Awesome Foundation Grants

Monthly $1,000 micro-grants awarded to “awesome” projects with no strings attached. Open to individuals, groups, and organizations worldwide.

HerRise MicroGrant

A monthly $1,000 grant supporting women of color entrepreneurs in the U.S. Businesses must be at least 51% woman-of-color owned and earn under $1M annually.

Amber Grant for Women

Founded by WomensNet, the Amber Grant awards $10,000 monthly grants and $25,000 year-end grants to women-owned businesses in the U.S. and Canada.

Amber Grant Inquiries: info@ambergrantsforwomen.com
Phone: (413) 274-2757

Congratulations To… Individual Grant Awards — Coming Soon