NGOs (non-governmental organizations) work to address social issues in nearly every country around the world. There is no central online resource to find them, but there are search strategies.

We suggest that you start your search with a visit to your college or university's financial aid office, as it may be able to connect you with resources that specifically target non-U.S. residents.

You can search for foundation grants with Grants to Individuals, our searchable database of grantmakers that provide support directly to individual grantseekers, including students.

You can search for foundation grants with Grants to Individuals, our searchable database of grantmakers that provide support directly to individual grantseekers, including students.

Most foundation scholarships are for undergraduate or graduate students. However, a few foundations give grants to attend private elementary, middle or high school.

There are a number of ways for artists to supplement their income and ease the financial burden that comes with being a working artist.

We do not give grants, recommend specific funders, or approach them on your behalf, but we can point you to information that should help. Often, the most effective method to raise funds quickly is to ask for help from the community.