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Grants in New Jersey

Browse 115 open grants tagged for New Jersey, plus 12,431 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

115

National Grants

12,431

Avg. Award

$2.7M

Total Available

12,546

New Jersey Grants by Funding Source

Federal

2

Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH

State

29

New Jersey state agencies

Private / Foundation

79

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in New Jersey

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
New Jersey Arts Council Project GrantsNew Jersey Council on the Arts$3K - $150KJun 30, 2026
New Jersey Arts Council General Operating SupportNew Jersey Council on the Arts$3K - $150KJun 30, 2026
NJ Preschool Education Expansion AidNew Jersey Department of Education$50K - $600KJul 1, 2026
New Jersey Veterans Commission — Service GrantsNew Jersey Veterans Commission$10K - $100KSep 1, 2026
New Jersey DD Council — Community GrantsNew Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities$10K - $75KSep 1, 2026
New Jersey Area Agency on Aging — Community GrantsNew Jersey Area Agency on Aging$10K - $75KSep 1, 2026
New Jersey Perkins V CTE GrantsNew Jersey Department of Education$25K - $600KSep 15, 2026
NJ STEM Pathways InitiativeNew Jersey Department of Education$15K - $250KOct 1, 2026
NJ Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA)$500 - $13KOct 1, 2026
New Jersey Housing & Mortgage Finance Agency (HMFA) — Housing & Community Development GrantsNew Jersey Housing & Mortgage Finance Agency (HMFA)$25K - $2MInvalid Date

Top Grant Categories in New Jersey

Education20
Public Safety14
Community Development13
Community Development13
Health12
Environment11
Housing9
Technology8
Equity & Access8

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Frequently Asked Questions: New Jersey Grants

How many grants are available in New Jersey?
There are currently 115 grants specifically tagged for New Jersey, plus 12,431 nationwide grants that organizations in New Jersey can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for New Jersey grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
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 New Jersey?
Yes. In addition to New Jersey-specific funding, there are 12,431 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the average grant size in New Jersey?
The average maximum award for New Jersey-tagged grants is $2.7M, with a median of $500K. Grant sizes range from under $5K for community micro-grants to over $1M for major federal programs.

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