12/17/2025
Grants (Financial Assistance)
A grant is a fund provided by a government, foundation, or other organization to an individual or entity (like a non-profit, business, or university) for a specific public-benefit project, such as research, education, or community development. Unlike a loan, this money is not intended to be paid back.
* For Organizations: Most federal and major institutional grants are awarded to organizations for specific projects.
* For Individuals: Opportunities for individuals, such as student grants, research grants, or specific project funding, are also available but generally less common than organizational grants.
* Finding Grants: To find grant opportunities, you must check eligibility requirements and apply via official portals. In the US, the primary site for federal grants is
https://site.ihssgrant.com/
