EXCELerate Loan Fund 2.0 Overview: Loans of up to $50,000 available to established businesses seeking growth capital. Supported by the Social Justice Fund of the Joe & Clara Tsai Foundation. Loan…
Grants for BIPOC
Grants for BIPOC provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
EXCELerate Loan Fund 2.0 Overview: Growth capital loans available to established BIPOC-owned businesses in Brooklyn seeking to expand operations and support equitable economic growth. Program Details…
Excellerator Fund Overview: A community-driven grantmaking initiative that promotes equitable social and economic recovery in Chicago's Black and Mexican communities. Program Details: - Duration:…
Expand Access to Quality Learning Opportunities Grants Status: Completed - Board approved May 24, 2012 Geographic Scope: Twin Cities metropolitan area, Minnesota Focus Areas: - Out-of-school time…
Expand Massachusetts Stories Funder: Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities Geographic Scope: Massachusetts Focus Areas: Community-based participatory research and storytelling projects that…
Explore the Coast Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of California Coastal Conservancy Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Explore the Coast Grants from the…
Family Power Fund : General Operating Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Headwaters Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The Family Power Fund, established by…
Family Power Fund : Planning/New Partner Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Headwaters Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The Family Power Fund, managed by the…
Family Power Fund : Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Headwaters Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $125,000 Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The Family Power Fund by Headwaters Foundation…
Farm Worker Justice Fund Overview: Supports just struggles of migrant and seasonal farm workers for decent living and working conditions. Geographic Scope: National Focus Areas: - Affordable, clean,…
Farmer Climate Relief Fund Funder: Sharing Our Roots (MN, US) Overview: A community-sustained emergency relief fund established to help emerging and immigrant farmers recover from climate disasters…
FAWC Online Scholarships Organization: Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, MA Program Type: Scholar Awards for online education programs Program Focus: FAWC Online digital workshops, Creative…
Field Order 15 Fund Funder: Washington State Community Reinvestment Program (CRP), launched in partnership with Black Home Initiative (BHI) Status: Active and expanded (November 2024) Geographic…
Overview The Wallace Foundation invites arts service organizations founded by, for, and with communities of color to propose research projects that answer important questions related to the arts…
Financial Inclusion Grant Program Funder: Iowa Credit Union Foundation (ICUF) Purpose: Funding the work of community organizations to empower and uplift the financial well-being of minority…
FinTech Innovation Scholarship Organization: Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future (FABF) Focus: Promotes and supports high-achieving students interested in advancing the world of…
FIRE Immersion (Farming In Relationship to Earth) Status: 2026 application cycle is closed; next application cycle launches February 2027 Geographic Scope: Open to participants from all over the…
Flagstar Bank's Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Grant Funder: Flagstar Bank in partnership with Indiana Black Expo Geographic Scope: South Bend and Fort Wayne, Indiana Program Overview: This…
Flexible Support Funder: Metropolitan Regional Arts Council (MRAC) Geographic Scope: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, or Washington counties in Minnesota Funding Amount: Up to $25,000…
Focus Grants Purpose: Place-based support to organizations disrupting the cycle of intergenerational poverty in southwest Washington. Geographic Scope: Clark, Cowlitz, and Skamania counties,…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for bipoc are available?
- Grants for BIPOC come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for grants for bipoc?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for grants for bipoc?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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