Nonprofit Grants for Project Planning

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Helen Frankenthaler Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • Draft applications (required for Implementation applicants): February 27, 2026
  • Final applications: March 27, 2026

The Frankenthaler Climate Initiative (FCI)—launched by the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation, in partnership with RMI and Environment and Culture Partners—is a national grantmaking program to address…

Canada Post Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

February 9 - February 27, 2026, at 2 PM E.T.

The Canada Post Community Foundation provides grants to Canadian schools, charities, and community organizations that make a difference in the lives of children and youth in Canada, up to the age…

Alletta Morris McBean Charitable Trust

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Application Deadline:

The last day of February and July 31, annually
Grant Range: $10000 - $750000

The Alletta Morris McBean Charitable Trust supports nonprofit organizations on Aquidneck Island, RI.

The Trust's primary areas of interest include historic preservation and conservation.…

Greenwood County Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

February 28, 2026

The Greenwood County Community Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Greenwood County, SC.

The Foundation's Community Impact Grants provide support…

Margaret Dunning Foundation

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Application Deadline:

March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, annually
Grant Range: $5000 - $100000

The Margaret Dunning Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life in the Michigan communities of Livonia, Northville, Plymouth, and Redford.

The…

Ashland County Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

March 1 and September 1, annually

The Ashland County Community Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Ashland County, OH.

This Community Grants program provides grants to nonprofit organizations that…

Fred Maytag Family Foundation

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Application Deadline:

March 1 and September 1, annually
Grant Range: $750 - $1995637
Average Grant: $115552

The Fred Maytag Family Foundation primarily supports nonprofit organizations in Iowa, with an emphasis on Newton and central Iowa.

The Foundation's areas of interest include:

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Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative

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Application Deadline:

March 1, annually

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative supports capacity building and bird conservation on private lands through acquisition and easements prioritization, habitat…

Project planning is an essential step for the operations of many nonprofits. However, planning does not come cheap. Funds are required for activities such as needs assessments, community consultations or feasibility studies - just to name a few. Project planning grants are designed to specifically give nonprofit organizations this kind of support for their activities. 

There are many different kinds of organizations that provide these kinds of grants. This extends from private foundations to community foundations, as well as corporate sponsors. When drafting a project planning grant proposal, it's essential that you bring clear financial data to the table. You need to have estimates of the costs of your planning, and how much you will need to fund it. Examples of previous planning costs will be a major help. 

If you need further information on drafting great grant proposals, then make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the topic. You can also find a selection of project planning grants right here, all open for applications.