The United States has a long history of being a major contributor of foreign aid. In 2022, 86% of the United States’ foreign aid was allocated to economic support, while 14% went to military support. Ukraine, Israel, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, and Yemen were the top five nations to receive funding that year. (Haines, 2024). As of 2024, the United States remained the largest donor of governmental humanitarian aid, followed by the European Commission, Sweden, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan, France, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Norway (Donare, 2024).
This Earth Day, nonprofits dedicated to environmental conservation have the chance to access vital funding to further their impactful work. Grants aimed at protecting the environment are available across the country, supporting efforts to preserve natural resources and promote green initiatives. See below to explore environmental funding opportunities by state or region.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) has recently launched four programs to help U.S. agricultural producers promote and sell their goods internationally. This action follows U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brook Rollins’ latest announcement to visit six international markets—Brazil, India, Japan, Peru, Vietnam, and the United Kingdom—to boost American agricultural exports and expand markets for U.S. farmers, ranchers, and producers.
Be aware that the application deadline for all four programs is June 6, 2025. Applicants can submit questions to the agency's point of contact for all four programs until May 30, 2025.
US Federal Contractor Registration (USFCR) is proud to announce its role in assisting Pualei Farm in securing a $30,000 grant from the Maui Department of Agriculture. The funding will enable Pualei Farm to transform its operations into a fully sustainable backyard farm powered by solar energy to benefit the Molokai community. This shift to renewable energy will also support the farm’s mission of providing free educational programs on backyard farming and sustainability practices to the local community.
Proper funding is always an important goal of any organization, with grants and loans being two popular sources of funding. Understanding the difference between grants and loans is crucial to leveraging them to your organization’s benefit.
The main difference between a grant and a loan is repayment. Grants are typically funds provided by government bodies, foundations, or corporations that do not require repayment, while loans do.However, this doesn’t mean there are no costs associated with grants. Some people think of grants as "free money,” but that can be a misleading thought process.
Imagine a nonprofit broadening its impact by serving more families in need or a small business advancing innovative solutions—all made possible through federal funding. Federal grants can turn these visions into reality, offering substantial financial support without the need for repayment. But what exactly are federal grants, and how can your organization or business tap into this powerful resource?
Cyberattacks are a constant threat in today's world, from stealing personal information to breaching large information systems. In response, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has created the Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace (SaTC) program, which aims to advance cybersecurity and privacy through research and education.
The United States’ tradition of higher education is rooted in the earliest days of North American settlement. Harvard College, founded in 1636 by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, was followed by numerous state and private colleges that comprised the educational system of colonial America. These institutions were funded through various sources, including state taxes and donations, and primarily trained ministers through religious instruction. Over the 18th and 19th centuries, and as the United States began to take shape as a nation, the landscape of higher education evolved to meet the growing demands of professional training. During this period, the states and the federal government began taking a more defined role in the management and development of higher education.
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is offering an exciting opportunity for organizations involved in supporting disadvantaged youth. With approximately $99 million available, DOL expects to fund 75 projects nationwide to help young people gain the skills, education, and support they need to thrive and contribute to their communities.
