AI Safety Grants

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 67 AI Safety Grants — 42 open right now, across 30 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $99.9M. The next application deadline is July 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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67total grants
42open now
30agencies
$5K–$99.9Mfunding range
Jul 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 🔥 Closing today Hard to apply

TechAccess: AI-Ready America

TechAccess: AI‑Ready America is a national-scale initiative to accelerate Artificial Intelligence (AI) readiness and adoption across the U.S. by strengthening coordination, leveraging partnerships and resources, filling…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.070 ⏰ Jul 16, 2026 💰 $3,000,000 – $4,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Hard to apply

AI3 Action Institute – Artificial Intelligence for American Indians

The Administration for Native Americans (ANA) anticipates announcing the availability of funds and requesting applications for the AI3 Action Institute – Artificial Intelligence for American Indians. The…

🏛 Administration for Children and Families - ANA 📋 CFDA 93.612 ⏰ Jul 21, 2026 💰 $2,500,000 – $3,500,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Hard to apply

CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service

Government and the nation face a talent shortfall in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. The CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service (CyberAI SFS) program welcomes proposals that address…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Jul 21, 2026 💰 $300,000 – $2,500,000
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, Fast-Track Programs (SBIR/STTR): A Pilot Emphasis on Scientific Instrumentation.

NSF invests in scientific discoveries, technological breakthroughs, and transformative innovations that strengthen economic growth, enhance security, and improve the lives of Americans and people around the…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.084 ⏰ Jul 27, 2026
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OPEN 17 days left Hard to apply

Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia

The program within SCA will aim to deploy American AI technology securely in U.S. partners’ strategic economic sectors and infrastructure.  The specific strategic economic sector(s) and organizations (including government, public institutions like utilities, and…

🏛 Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs 📋 CFDA 19.108 ⏰ Aug 2, 2026 💰 $2,000,000 – $5,000,000
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

Science of Learning and Augmented Intelligence

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 ⏰ Aug 5, 2026 💰 from $550
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OPEN 21 days left Hard to apply

ROSES25: D.7 Strategic Astrophysics Technology

NOTICE: Amended May 8, 2026. This amendment releases final text for this program element, which was previously TBD. Notices of Intent are requested by June 25,…

🏛 NASA Headquarters 📋 CFDA 43.001 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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OPEN 24 days left Hard to apply

AI Pathways To The Future

Executive Summary The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Jakarta announces an open competition to implement the AI Pathways to the Future program, a comprehensive initiative designed…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Indonesia 📋 CFDA 19.022 ⏰ Aug 9, 2026 💰 $50,000 – $75,000
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OPEN 25 days left Moderate to apply

Freedom250 Advancing U.S. Artificial Intelligence Leadership in Algeria

A.   ELIGIBILITY 1.  Eligible Applicants The following organizations are eligible to apply: ●       Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations ●       Public and private educational institutions ●       Public International…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Algeria 📋 CFDA 19.441 ⏰ Aug 10, 2026 💰 $5,000 – $30,000
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OPEN 35 days left Very_hard to apply

Pax Silica Artificial Intelligence Assistance Project

Leveraging foreign assistance from the Pax Fund, this NOFO launches the Pax Silica Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assistance Project—a historic first-of-its-kind programmatic initiative to strengthen global AI…

🏛 Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs 📋 CFDA 19.322 ⏰ Aug 20, 2026 💰 $1,000,000 – $50,000,000
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OPEN 35 days left Hard to apply

Pax Silica Artificial Intelligence Assistance Project

Leveraging foreign assistance from the Pax Fund, this NOFO launches the Pax Silica Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assistance Project—a historic first-of-its-kind programmatic initiative to strengthen global AI…

🏛 Bureau of Oceans - Int. Environmental - Scientific 📋 CFDA 19.322 ⏰ Aug 20, 2026 💰 $1,000,000 – $50,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many ai safety grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 67 ai safety grants, of which 42 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 July 20, 2026 — about 4 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, Small Business (SBA-defined) and Nonprofits. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $5K to $99.9M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
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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 67 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.