AI Safety Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 87 AI Safety Grants — 36 open right now, across 31 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $200M. The next application deadline is November 4, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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87total grants
36open now
31agencies
$2.5K–$200Mfunding range
Nov 4next deadline
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The DOE Quantum Genesis Q Competition

The Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced the establishment of the Quantum Genesis initiative to develop and deploy the world’s first fault-tolerant, scientifically relevant quantum computing…

🏛 Office of Science 📋 CFDA 81.049 ⏰ Oct 19, 2026 💰 $250,000 – $200,000,000
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OPEN Very_hard to apply

Genesis Mission Graduate Fellowship Pilot

American scientists and engineers will power the super intelligence (SI) revolution in science and innovation through the Genesis Mission.  DOE SC hereby invites applications from United…

🏛 Office of Science 📋 CFDA 81.049 ⏰ Jan 12, 2027 💰 $20,000,000 – $20,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Science of Learning and Augmented Intelligence (SL)

Science of Learning and Augmented Intelligence (SL) supports potentially transformative research that develops basic theoretical insights and fundamental knowledge about principles, processes and mechanisms of learning,…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Feb 10, 2027 💰 from $550
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OPEN Hard to apply

Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2024 PLHA NOFA

1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, or moderate-income households,…

🏛 Department of Housing and Community Development (California) ⏰ Feb 28, 2027 💰 $2,500 – $750,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many ai safety grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 87 ai safety grants, of which 36 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is November 4, 2026 — about 16 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for ai safety grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but ai safety grants in this category most often support: Public University, Private University, Nonprofits and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $2.5K to $200M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse ai safety grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About AI Safety grants

AI Safety grants support research and development initiatives focused on ensuring artificial intelligence systems operate safely and reliably. With 87 active grants listed in this category, organizations can access funding from leading agencies including the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. National Science Foundation to advance critical safety innovations.

These grants typically range from $500,000 to $1.5 million and follow competitive application processes in 91% of cases. Public and private universities, alongside small businesses, are primary recipients. Most funding supports research, capacity building, and program development. Filtering by recipient type and support category can help identify the most relevant opportunities for your organization.