Creag Foundation Grants for Delaware Innovation
501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative approaches to human services and social issues, including those in Delaware, can apply for invitation-only Creag Foundation grants to develop or expand creative programs. Eligible organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and may include groups whose work intersects with physics-related community or educational initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Physics
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in Delaware tackling social or environmental challenges with scalable, systems-based solutions can receive up to US $300,000 over three years in flexible support. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation funds organizations in priority regions including the U.S.; physics-related ventures serving underserved communities may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Delaware Community Health Funding via Highmark
Delaware community health and economic resilience organizations can access funding through Highmark for programs improving access to care, wellness, education, housing, and financial stability. Nonprofits, national organizations with local programs, and grassroots or faith-based groups may be eligible if their services align with Highmark’s Bright Blue Futures focus areas and operate within its core service regions.
Highmark Inc.
PNC Foundation Grants for Delaware Education
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware communities where PNC operates can seek funding for early childhood education or community economic development initiatives. Grants from PNC Foundation help support programs for children birth to five, low- and moderate-income families, affordable housing, small business support, workforce readiness, arts, and neighborhood revitalization.
PNC Foundation
Delaware Community Programs Funding via Roche
Nonprofit charities in Delaware working on humanitarian, educational, environmental, or arts and culture projects can access funding through Roche, supporting community-focused initiatives. Organizations may be eligible if they promote sustainable development, engage Roche expertise or employees, and align with local Roche affiliate priorities within the company’s global philanthropic framework.
La Roche, Inc.
Bank of America Grants for Delaware Communities
Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or inclusion can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support. Funding may benefit physics-related initiatives that advance economic mobility, education, or neighborhood revitalization within low- and moderate-income communities across the U.S., including Delaware.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Programs
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 for social and humanitarian programs, including in Delaware. With a mission to empower disadvantaged individuals, Gupta Family Foundation provides funding to smaller 501(c)(3) organizations and qualifying foreign entities addressing poverty, disability, social alienation, or disaster relief, which may include physics-related initiatives with these aims.
Gupta Family Foundation
Delaware Community Foundation Health Equity Grants
Applications due Aug 15, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Delaware can apply for Delaware Community Foundation’s Highmark BluePrints for the Community large grants, awarding US $50,000 - US $200,000 for health-related projects and services. Programs increasing healthcare access, economic stability, community context, neighborhood environments, or strengthening the health workforce may be eligible, including initiatives that intersect with physics-related research or technology in healthcare.
Delaware Community Foundation
Pew Charitable Trusts Support for Biomedical Research
Full proposal due Sep 3, 2026
Early-career biomedical researchers at nominated academic institutions can apply for Pew Charitable Trusts’ Pew Biomedical Scholars awards, providing US $75,000 - US $300,000 for independent, human health–related research. Delaware physics-focused investigators whose work draws on biomedical principles and is based at a participating institution may be eligible through their institution’s internal nomination process.
Pew Charitable Trusts
STEM Business Funding from Delaware Division
Applications due Sep 6, 2026
STEM-focused and other small, for-profit businesses in Delaware can seek competitive EDGE Grants to expand their viability through market analysis, advertising, infrastructure, equipment, web design, or lab rent, with awards up to US $750,000. Delaware Division of Small Business supports early-stage companies, including those in physics-related STEM fields, via a 3:1 state-to-business match.
Delaware Division of Small Business
Edna Kynett Foundation Health Grants in Delaware
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Delaware public entities and 501(c)(3) organizations improving cardiovascular health can access funding through the Edna Kynett Memorial Foundation for community health, professional education, or research programs. Grants up to US $50,000 support prevention-focused, innovative initiatives serving underserved, high-risk populations in the Delaware Valley, including New Castle County, with potential relevance for health-related physics or biomedical projects.
The Edna Kynett Memorial Foundation Inc
Community Services Funding from Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in Delaware and other Insperity service areas can seek philanthropic grants or event sponsorships to support their programs and fundraising efforts. Focused on community involvement, Insperity invites charities connected to its employees, client base, or local communities to apply once per year for financial, volunteer, or in-kind support.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Delaware Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Delaware nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This national funder’s broad, future-focused mission means Delaware groups working in these areas, including those connected to physics-related community or environmental initiatives, may be eligible to apply.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Support Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in Delaware can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. Eligible groups must align with TJX’s community mission, be within 15 miles of a store, and complete an eligibility questionnaire before submitting a letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Delaware Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Delaware 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries can access funding for environmental and human services programs, including operations or projects. Grants from the Lawrence Foundation typically range from US $5,000 - US $10,000 and may suit organizations whose work in areas like community services or environmental conservation connects to physics-related initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
Security and Cybersecurity Funding from Delaware Emergency Management Agency
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Delaware seeking to enhance physical or cybersecurity infrastructure can apply for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program, a reimbursement-based competitive grant. Administered by Delaware Emergency Management Agency, it supports projects like security cameras, access controls, hardened doors and windows, and improved cybersecurity for access and identity systems, which may benefit facilities supporting physics-related activities.
Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA)
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Arbor Day Foundation Greening Grants in Delaware
Applications due Dec 31, 2026
Delaware colleges and universities seeking support to enhance campus trees and green spaces can apply to this Tree Campus Higher Education program, which recognizes institutions meeting specific tree care and engagement standards. The Arbor Day Foundation supports campus forestry planning, student service-learning projects, and Arbor Day observances that improve environmental and mental health outcomes.
National Arbor Day Foundation
Community Vitality Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Community Grants to support their programs. Organizations in Delaware may be eligible if they serve local clients, align with these focus areas, demonstrate measurable outcomes and financial stability, and preferably engage Ameriprise volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Delaware
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware can seek project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural programs, or environmental initiatives, with awards from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. organizations, including those with physics-related education or outreach, support practical, innovative community work on a one-year basis.
Dr Scholl Foundation
American Association of Blacks in Energy STEM Scholarships
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
Graduating high school seniors in Delaware and other listed regions pursuing STEM, business, or physical sciences majors can receive US $3,000 - US $5,000 in scholarship support for accredited colleges or technical schools. With a mission to influence energy policy and technology, American Association of Blacks in Energy provides students interested in energy careers with national and regional awards.
American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)
Delaware Community Foundation Animal Welfare Grants
Applications due Feb 20, 2027
Animal welfare organizations in Delaware can apply for Delaware Community Foundation’s Walls & Turner & Freida Dolby Fund, which provides US $2,500 - US $7,500 for programs supporting animals and their welfare. Eligible projects include service dog training and placement for residents with disabilities, and humane treatment efforts such as education, adoption, neutering, and law enforcement support.
Delaware Community Foundation
Disability Services Funding from Anna B Glauser Trust
Applications due Mar 1, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations providing aid to physically handicapped people, especially blind residents of Delaware County, Delaware, can apply for the Anna B Glauser Trust’s program support grants, awarding US $2,500 - US $5,000. Delaware groups serving people with vision impairment or physical disabilities may be especially competitive.
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Delaware Division of the Arts Facility Grants
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Focused on facility improvements, Delaware Division of the Arts invites Delaware nonprofit arts organizations to seek funding for maintenance, repairs, and renovations. Grants up to Up to US $20,000 can support structural fixes, safety-related modifications, accessibility upgrades, and replacement or upgrading of major building systems and equipment that enhance arts programming and services.
Delaware Division of the Arts
Delaware Community Foundation Grants for Delaware Physics
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Delaware students in New Castle County pursuing physics or related science or music degrees can receive a one-time US $4,000 scholarship to support higher education costs. Delaware Community Foundation’s Beekhuis Scholarship assists undergraduates with demonstrated financial need, and may benefit those focused on physics studies within the state.
Delaware Community Foundation
UNICO Foundation Grants for Delaware Therapy Students
Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Students in therapy sciences fields such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, audiology, or speech-language pathology who reside in Delaware and other eligible states can receive $2,500 scholarships for full-time U.S. campus-based study. Grants from UNICO Foundation help support higher education costs for qualified applicants with at least a 3.0 GPA.
UNICO Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Delaware Youth Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs for underserved youth, food insecurity, housing support, or environmental stewardship in Delaware and other eligible regions can apply for grants ranging from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Chick Fil A Foundation supports initiatives in education, youth and family services, food access, and community or environmental projects that benefit local communities.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc