As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 416 Grants for Researcher (independent) — 185 open right now, across 72 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $99.9M. The next application deadline is October 27, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The Sociology Program supports basic research on all forms of human social organization— societies, institutions, groups and demography— and processes of individual and institutional change. The…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The Economics program supports research designed to improve the understanding of the processes and institutions of the U.S. economy and of the world system of which…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
Organizations -- private and public, established and entrepreneurial, designed and emergent, formal and informal, profit and nonprofit -- are critical to the well-being of nations and…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The Law & Science Program considers proposals that address social scientific studies of law and law-like systems of rules, as wellas studies of how science and…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
The Science of Science:Discovery, Communication and Impact (SoS:DCI) program is designed to advance theory and knowledge about increasing the public value of scientific activity. Science of…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.075⏰ Oct 15, 2076
How many grants for researcher (independent) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 416 grants for researcher (independent), of which 185 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 27, 2026 — about 4 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 $99.9M, 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 researcher (independent), 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 Researcher (independent)
Independent researchers have access to 416 active grants supporting scientific inquiry across diverse fields. The National Institutes of Health and U.S. National Science Foundation are among the top funding agencies, offering robust opportunities for investigators pursuing innovation in cancer research, public health, and health equity initiatives.
These grants typically range from $105,000 to $350,000 and employ competitive application models in 88% of cases. Common support includes research funding, pilot projects, and capacity building, often benefiting researchers focused on children, post-9/11 veterans, and low-income populations. Use demographic and industry filters to identify opportunities aligned with your research focus.
