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Announcement of Thinking Machines Lab's safety research grants program, funding external research on AI safety.
Small grants (typically up to a few thousand dollars) for neighbourhood and community projects in New York City, from the nonprofit Citizens Committee for New York City.
Why I recommend it: free to apply, but only for New York City community projects — not general business funding.
Funding page for Stanford Medicine's Upstream Research Center pilot grants, which back early-stage research on upstream causes of health such as work, income and community conditions.
Why I recommend it: Free to read and apply, but eligibility is limited — check whether you need a Stanford affiliation before spending time on an application.
Zoom announces $2.75M in grants supporting education, workforce development and nonprofit AI readiness.
Why I recommend it: Company press release. Grants go to organizations, not individuals.
Free one-on-one help for New York City small businesses from Small Business Support Specialists at the five borough chambers of commerce — grants and loans, digital marketing, getting online, lease negotiations and business planning.
Why I recommend it: Great first stop for NYC owners: fill in the business profile form and a specialist from your borough's chamber follows up.
A free, searchable record of 7,777 grants awarded since 2004 by what was Carnegie Corporation of New York and is now the Andrew Carnegie Foundation. Each record shows the grantee, the amount, the project description, the date awarded, the duration and the funding programme — National Democracy, National Education, International, Libraries, or Special Initiatives — with the geographic area served on newer entries. Filterable by year, programme and grantee, with every grant to one organisation viewable together.
Why I recommend it: This is one of the most useful free tools a nonprofit or grant-seeker has, and almost nobody uses it. Look up organizations doing work like yours and read the amounts, durations and project wording — it shows you what this funder actually pays for and in what language, which is better preparation than any grant-writing course. Two limits: it is a record of past decisions, not an open call, so it tells you nothing about what is currently accepting applications; and grants before 2004 are only in the archives. The foundation renamed itself in 2026, so older references you find elsewhere will say Carnegie Corporation of New York.
OpenAI is committing $5 million, with individual grants up to $1 million, to fund independent research into how generative AI affects young people aged 13-17, with a focus on social and emotional development. Topics include how teens actually use AI, developmental outcomes, the factors that shape those effects, and which safeguards and design choices work. Applications opened 8 September 2026 and close 6 October 2026, 11:59 PM PDT, reviewed on a rolling basis with decisions by 13 November 2026. Applicants must be 18 or older and affiliated with a research institution or have significant relevant experience; proposals are welcome from any country. Free to apply.
Why I recommend it: Relevant if you do research, teach, or work in youth services and have a study you cannot fund — the eligibility wording allows significant relevant experience as an alternative to an institutional affiliation, which is wider than most AI grants. Say the obvious thing plainly, though: OpenAI is funding research into the effects of its own category of product, and it chooses who gets the money. That does not make the findings wrong, but disclose the funder in anything you publish. Deadline 6 October 2026, and check the dates on OpenAI's own page before you rely on them.
Fellowship program funding researchers working on the hard problems of making AI beneficial by 2050, with an open list of fellows and their projects.
From the site: It's 2050. AI has turned out to be hugely beneficial to society. What happened? What are the most important problems we solved and the opportunities and possibilities we realized to ensure this outcome? This is AI2050’s motivating question.
Why I recommend it: Even if you are not applying, the fellows list is a good map of who is doing serious work in which subfield.
Free SCORE workshop on October 13, 2026 covering where small business grants actually come from, which ones you qualify for, and how to search federal, state, corporate, and foundation sources without wasting time on scams.
Details: Grant hunting eats time. Start with a session like this so you only chase the ones you can actually win.
Free SCORE workshop on October 20, 2026 on writing the grant application itself: structuring the narrative, budget, and supporting documents reviewers expect.
Details: Take this one right after the finding-grants session — the pair works as a short course.
No-cost and discounted Google products for eligible nonprofit organizations, including Google Workspace, Ad Grants for search advertising, YouTube nonprofit features, and Google Maps credits.
Why I recommend it: If you run or volunteer with a registered nonprofit, the Ad Grant alone is worth the paperwork. Check the eligibility page for your country before applying.
A free small-business platform that matches owners with corporate- and foundation-funded grants (many $10,000+), plus free guides and expert-led events.
Free 12-week virtual "Boost Camp" coaching on marketing, finance, and operations for 250 entrepreneurs each cycle, with 100 also receiving a $20,000 grant. Delivered via Hello Alice.
Run with Main Street America: $20,000 grants awarded to small businesses (over $10 million distributed to 500+ businesses as of the most recent cycle). Applications typically open seasonally around Small Business Saturday each fall.
Why I recommend it: Applications open seasonally, roughly Nov–Jan — check for the current cycle.
A free universal grant application (now part of Honeycomb Credit) that matches women- and diverse-owned businesses to sponsor-funded grants, some bundled with coaching.
Grant packages combining $5,000 cash, a year of free internet/voice/cybersecurity service, equipment, a professionally produced TV commercial, coaching, and online entrepreneurship courses. Open to all qualifying small businesses in specific participating metro areas during limited annual application windows.
Why I recommend it: Only open in select cities during short annual windows — check comcastrise.com for current cities and dates.
New Jersey grants, loans, and technical assistance for small businesses and startups.
Why I recommend it: Check the open programs page monthly — NJEDA funding rounds open and close fast, and eligibility is narrower than the headline suggests.
Local chapters awarding $1,000 microgrants every month, no strings attached.
Why I recommend it: Find your city's chapter and apply. It is the least bureaucratic funding on this whole list.
Rolling seed grants up to $500 for early-stage, community-rooted projects.
Why I recommend it: Small money, fast decision. Perfect for proving a community idea works before you ask anyone for more.
Free courses, coaching, and grant opportunities for small business owners.
Why I recommend it: The courses are decent and finishing them makes you eligible for their grant rounds.
Research foundations, prior grants, and potential funders by mission and geography.
Why I recommend it: Look up who a foundation funded last year before you write a word of your application.
Multi-year funding and hands-on support for early-stage social impact organizations.
Why I recommend it: For organizations, not side projects. Read their portfolio first to see whether you fit their stage.
Directory of women's funds and gender-equity funders you can search by region and focus.
Why I recommend it: Use the directory to find local funders instead of competing nationally for the same few grants.
Monthly $10,000 grants for women-owned businesses and nonprofits, with a simple application.
Why I recommend it: Low-effort application relative to the award. Apply monthly rather than once.
One of the largest CDFIs in the country, providing affordable capital, grants, and technical assistance to small businesses and community organizations in under-resourced neighborhoods.
In plain terms: This organization provides loans, grants, and technical assistance to help small businesses and community programs grow. You can use it to find financing, connect with local offices, and search educational resources.
Why I recommend it: Good mix of money and hands-on technical assistance, not just a loan.
President, Patrick J. McGovern Foundation. Leads a $1.5B foundation investing $500M+ to make AI work for everyone; writes on responsible AI and equitable technology.
In plain terms: This LinkedIn profile features the work of a foundation leader focused on ethical technology and artificial intelligence. You can read his published articles and view courses on responsible AI to learn how new tools affect the modern workforce.
Why I recommend it: Follow for where philanthropic AI funding is going — useful if you're seeking grants.
One of the largest foundations dedicated to entrepreneurship, funding research and programs to expand economic opportunity through business creation.
In plain terms: This website provides tools, research, and programs to support business creation and career development. You can explore training through programs like Kauffman FastTrac, connect with peers through 1 Million Cups, and look into funding opportunities.
Why I recommend it: Their free research and toolkits are some of the best small-business data available.
Nonprofit funding organizations that advance equity and inclusion in entrepreneurship, offering grants to support underrepresented founders.
Why I recommend it: Worth checking their grantees — they often run programs you can join directly.
A one-page clickable directory of accelerators, funds, and small-business support beyond Y Combinator: NY/NJ, Atlanta, Los Angeles, DMV, and Baltimore, plus national programs for underrepresented founders, federal agencies, and corporate grant programs.
In plain terms: This directory lists business accelerators, grants, investors, and government support programs across several regions and nationwide. You can use the clickable links to find funding, free mentoring, and resources to help start or grow your business.
Why I recommend it: Most founders only know Y Combinator. This directory is where the actual money and mentorship live for people building outside Silicon Valley — several programs take no equity at all.
Created by Justin Smith — Launchpad Library (program data via The Knowledge House)
