Nonprofit Grants for Conferences, Seminars, and Workshops

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Institute for Journalism and Natural Resources

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Application Deadline:

February 27, 2026

The mission of the Institute for Journalism and Natural Resources (IJNR) is to promote public dialogue about natural resource issues through programs that inform, empower, and inspire better…

Independence Public Media Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • Community Voices Fund: September 18, 2026
  • Local Filmmaker Fund: February 27, 2026

The Independence Public Media Foundation connects creators, industry experts, community organizations, and philanthropists to support community-driven media-making and storytelling.

The…

Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions

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Application Deadline:
  • Community Climate Action Events Program: February 27, 2026
  • Climate Internship Program: Applications will be accepted in the fall of 2026.
  • Deadline will be updated when a new funding cycle is announced

The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS), hosted and led by the University of Victoria in collaboration with the University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, and the…

Fritz Thyssen Stiftung (Fritz Thyssen Foundation)

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Application Deadline:
  • Project Applications: February 2, 2026
  • Conference Applications: February 28, 2026
  • ThyssenLesezeit: July 31, 2026

The Fritz Thyssen Stiftung (Fritz Thyssen Foundation) provides support for science and research at universities and research institutes primarily in Germany, with a special emphasis on junior…

Community Trust Foundation

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Application Deadline:

February 28, annually
Grant Range: $2500 - $10000

The Community Trust Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Allegany and Garrett counties, MD, and Mineral County, WV.

The Foundation provides grants…

Whistler Health Care Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • Applications accepted from January 15 - February 28, 2026
  • The deadline will be updated when a new funding cycle is announced.

The mission of the Whistler Health Care Foundation is to advocate for and financially assist in the provision of healthcare services, facilities, and equipment within the Sea to Sky Corridor to…

Novo Nordisk Canada

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Application Deadline:

February 28, June 30 and October 31, annually

Novo Nordisk Canada is committed to driving change to defeat serious chronic diseases. The company pioneers scientific breakthroughs, expands access to medicines, and works to prevent, treat, and…

Media Art Xploration

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Application Deadline:

March 1, 2026

Media Art Xploration (MAX) seeks to bring artists, scientists, technologists, and audiences where they have never been before, giving thinkers in various disciplines an opportunity to explore and…

Conferences, seminars and workshops are some of the most effective tools in a nonprofit’s arsenal. They can be used both to spread the word about the importance of the nonprofit’s mission or, if the nonprofit’s mission is educational in nature, be used as a platform for that education. Of course, these events can’t be operated for free.

That’s why conference grants are so important. They provide the funding needed for nonprofits to run all sorts of events and workshops. These grants can cover expenses such as venue rentals, equipment rentals, speaker fees, travel expenses, marketing, and catering. 

There are many organizations that provide these kinds of grants. These could include federal or state agencies, community foundations or private foundations. There are also many corporate sponsorship initiatives that provide grants in this area.

When drafting a conference grant proposal, you need to be comprehensive in listing the potential costs. You also need to be a skilled storyteller, explaining exactly the impact this conference or other kind of event might have. Pictures and testimonials from previous events will go a long way.

If you need further insight on writing excellent grant proposals, make sure to check out our full overview on the topic. You can also browse a selection of conference grants right here, all ready for applications.