International Grants

8,056 foundations$29.1B total annual giving$10K median grant63 states with funders

Discover 8,056 grantmaking foundations funding international programs, with combined annual giving of $29.1B. The median grant size for international is $10K.

International Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

8,056

Total Annual Giving

$29.1B

Total Assets Under Management

$278.7B

Median Grant Size

$10K

States with Funders

63

Total Grants on Record

66,452

Open Grant Opportunities

Live programs funding international that your nonprofit can apply to now.

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Healthy Organizations, Healthy Youth Awards

From Hudson Valley Foundation for Youth Health

capacity buildingorganizational infrastructureprofessional development+6 more

Who can apply: Projects or programs must directly improve health and quality of life outcomes for children, adolescents and families in Columbia, Delaware, Greene, Ulster and Northern Dutchess counties, serving low-income communities, rural or remote communities, or communities with poor health outcomes.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)

Internal Capacity

From James A and Faith Knight Foundation

planningfund developmenttechnology+4 more

Who can apply: Applicants should be nonprofit organizations with sound financial management, developed governance practices, and clarity of mission. The foundation emphasizes gender, diversity, and outcomes. The foundation does not make grants to annual appeal campaigns, religious activities, political campaigns, or individuals.

Open nowCloses in 4 days (Oct 1, 2026)Award: Up to $20K

Mary Free Bed Guild Fund Internal Grant Program

From Mary Free Bed Guild Fund

RehabilitationPatient careClinical innovation+4 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be a Mary Free Bed employee, medical staff member, or Guild member. Projects or programs must be approved by a department or clinical program, including approval from the department manager and vice president. Hospital operations must not be adversely impacted. Formal research projects require approval from the Mary Free Bed Research Institutional Review Board. Projects should demonstrate clinical significance, have potential to be self-perpetuating, and contribute to care, quality of life, or improved services for physically affected persons.

Open nowCloses in 4 days (Oct 1, 2026)

International symposia (Marcus Wallenberg Foundation for International Scientific Collaboration)

From Marcus Wallenberg Foundation

International scientific collaborationScientific symposia

Who can apply: Applicants following Marcus Wallenberg Foundation for International Scientific Collaboration guidelines.

Open nowCloses in 18 days (Oct 15, 2026)Award: Up to $1K

Brain Awareness Week Grants — IBRO/Dana

From Charles A Dana Foundation

Public outreachScience educationBrain awareness

Who can apply: Projects organized for Brain Awareness Week in countries outside Europe; applicants follow IBRO/Dana application process.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Oct 16, 2026)Award: Up to $12K

Apoio à edição

From Fundacao Calouste Gulbenkian

PublishingLiteratureTranslation+1 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be publishers seeking support for original, unpublished works or Portuguese translations of internationally reputable works.

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Largest International Foundations

GOOD360

ALEXANDRIA, VA

Annual Giving

$1.6B

Total Assets

$108.1M

Median Grant

$24K

Q193National
FEED THE CHILDREN INC

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

Annual Giving

$343.7M

Total Assets

$133.3M

Median Grant

$121K

Q330National
DIRECT RELIEF

SANTA BARBARA, CA

Annual Giving

$337.4M

Total Assets

$1.3B

Median Grant

$70K

Q330National
MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

TORONTO

Annual Giving

$270.4M

Total Assets

$50.3B

Median Grant

$1.3M

Q32National
Matthew 25 Ministries Inc

Cincinnati, OH

Annual Giving

$200.6M

Total Assets

$125.2M

Median Grant

$49K

Q193Regional
OPEN SOCIETY ACTION FUND INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$159.6M

Total Assets

$13.6M

Median Grant

$317K

Q70National
World Vision Inc

Federal Way, WA

Annual Giving

$157.4M

Total Assets

$515.3M

Median Grant

$60K

Q330National
Children's Hunger Fund

Sylmar, CA

Annual Giving

$155.9M

Total Assets

$41.2M

Median Grant

$11K

Q330National
RIPPLEWORKS INC

REDWOOD CITY, CA

Annual Giving

$154M

Total Assets

$2.5B

Median Grant

$2K

Q30National
GAVI ALLIANCE

GRANDSACONNEX

Annual Giving

$151.2M

Total Assets

$9.5B

Median Grant

$500K

Q33National

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Where International Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

1,097

Total Giving

$844M

New YorkView all
Foundations

940

Total Giving

$3.6B

FloridaView all
Foundations

611

Total Giving

$174.1M

Foundations

499

Total Giving

$630.7M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

387

Total Giving

$338.2M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

309

Total Giving

$111.4M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

273

Total Giving

$131.5M

DelawareView all
Foundations

259

Total Giving

$139.7M

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

245

Total Giving

$282.5M

MichiganView all
Foundations

228

Total Giving

$65.2M

VirginiaView all
Foundations

220

Total Giving

$287.9M

MarylandView all
Foundations

177

Total Giving

$107.7M

ColoradoView all
Foundations

173

Total Giving

$89.8M

District of ColumbiaView all
Foundations

167

Total Giving

$2.5B

Foundations

163

Total Giving

$70.6M

Types of Foundations in International

Family Foundation3,615 (44.9%)

$3.2B in annual giving

Independent Foundation2,399 (29.8%)

$3B in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation401 (5.0%)

$113.6M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit366 (4.5%)

$1.1B in annual giving

Faith-Based Foundation358 (4.4%)

$761.4M in annual giving

Service Club / Fraternal166 (2.1%)

$57.5M in annual giving

Corporate Foundation159 (2.0%)

$261.4M in annual giving

Other592 (7.3%)

$20.7B in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in International

Median Grant Size

$10K

New Grantee Rate

39%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

57%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical International foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 39% of International foundations actively fund new organizations, and 57% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About International Grants

How many foundations fund international?
There are 8,056 grantmaking foundations that fund international programs across 63 states.
What is the median grant size for international?
The median grant from foundations funding international is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest international foundations?
The largest foundations funding international by annual giving include GOOD360, FEED THE CHILDREN INC, DIRECT RELIEF, with combined giving of $2.3B.
Which states have the most international funders?
The states with the most international foundations are California (1,097), New York (940), Florida (611). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find international grants for my nonprofit?
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