Grants for Public University

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 2,280 Grants for Public University — 901 open right now, across 229 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $2.04B. The next application deadline is October 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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2,280total grants
901open now
229agencies
$1K–$2.04Bfunding range
Oct 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 🔥 Closing today Moderate to apply

Coastal Zone Management

The Coastal Zone Management Grant Program provides funding to implement its policies and focus areas in the Delaware Estuary and Lake Erie Coastal Zones, including hazards,…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection ⏰ Oct 19, 2026 💰 up to $75,000
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CLOSING SOON 1 day left Hard to apply

Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition

AmeriCorps improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges…

🏛 AmeriCorps 📋 CFDA 94.002 ⏰ Oct 20, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 1 day left Hard to apply

Fiscal Year 2027 Regional Nutrition Hubs

Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Regional Nutrition Hubs (RNH) will support region-specific technical assistance (TA) on expanding high-quality nutrition services to the Health Resources and Services Administration's…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.129 ⏰ Oct 20, 2026 💰 $1,000,000 – $1,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

DoW Military Burn, Patient-Centered Research Award

Summary: Despite significant research investment in combat-relevant burn care, a disparity exists between newly discovered knowledge in burn care and its implementation into clinical practice across…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Oct 21, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

DoW Autism Career Development Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Autism Research Program (ARP) Career Development Award supports early-career, independent investigators and/or the transition of established investigators from other research…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Oct 22, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for public university are available?
Grantoria currently lists 2,280 grants for public university, of which 901 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 October 20, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $2.04B, 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 grants for public university, 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 grants for Public University

Public universities pursue diverse funding opportunities to advance research, strengthen institutional capacity, and support community programs. With 2,280 active grants currently listed in this category, institutions can explore support from the National Institutes of Health, U.S. National Science Foundation, and Administration for Community Living. These agencies prioritize projects addressing public health, cancer research, and health equity across underserved populations.

Most public university grants are competitive, with median awards between $300,000 and $742,000. Research, capacity building, and program support dominate funding types, often targeting low-income, elderly, and rural communities. Few grants require cost-sharing, reducing institutional financial burden. Filter by funding agency, support type, and demographic focus to identify opportunities aligned with your institution's priorities.