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Grants in Washington, D.C.

Browse 2 open and upcoming grants tagged for Washington, D.C., plus 1,293 nationwide grants your organization can apply for. Our database includes federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities for nonprofits, small businesses, schools, and community groups.

State Grants

2

National Grants

1,293

Median Max Award

$150K

Total Available

1,295

Washington, D.C. Grants by Funding Source

Private / Foundation

2

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in Washington, D.C.

Showing 2 of 2 grants in Washington, D.C., plus 1,293 nationwide grants

2 grants on this page, worth up to $300K combined.

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Exploring and Enhancing Outdoor and Heritage Tourism in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed

open

National Park Service

Goal: Encourage outdoor recreation and natural, historical, and cultural tourism that expands access to and awareness of the Chesapeake Bay watershed and fosters economic development of communities.ObjectivesNPS Chesapeake Gateways is offering this competitive grant opportunity to strengthen a…

$10K – $50K
2026-11-04
Community DevelopmentArts & Cultureenvironment

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DC DSLBD Small Business Grants

open

DC Department of Small & Local Business Development

Provides grants, technical assistance, and certification programs for small businesses in Washington DC, with focus on Certified Business Enterprises.

$10K – $250K
Rolling
small businesseconomic developmentcertification

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
Exploring and Enhancing Outdoor and Heritage Tourism in the Chesapeake Bay WatershedNational Park Service$10K - $50KNov 4, 2026
DC DSLBD Small Business GrantsDC Department of Small & Local Business Development$10K - $250KRolling / Open

Top Grant Categories in Washington, D.C.

Small Business1
Economic Development1
Certification1
Community Development1
Arts & Culture1
Environment1

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Frequently Asked Questions: Washington, D.C. Grants

How many grants are available in Washington, D.C.?
There are currently 2 grants specifically tagged for Washington, D.C., plus 1,293 nationwide grants that organizations in Washington, D.C. can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for Washington, D.C. grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in Washington, D.C. are all eligible for various grants. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements listed on its detail page.
How do I find grants I qualify for in Washington, D.C.?
Use FindGrants' free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization. The engine scores every grant against your profile and returns a ranked list of matches with fit scores and application guidance.
Are federal grants available to organizations in Washington, D.C.?
Yes. In addition to Washington, D.C.-specific funding, there are 1,293 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the typical grant size in Washington, D.C.?
Across 2 Washington, D.C.-tagged grants that publish an award ceiling, the median maximum award is $150K. Placeholder ceilings and bond or financing programs are left out of that figure because they are not grant sizes.

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