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.

1,007 grants
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$75,000 grand prize; $25,000 runner-up prize
BLACKSTAR PROJECTS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

BlackStar Pitch Overview: A live pitch competition at the BlackStar Film Festival for short non-fiction projects. Award Structure: - Grand Prize: $75,000 in production funds - Runner-Up: $25,000 in…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Blossom Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of New Jersey Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of New Jersey Over our 46-year history, the…

ALBION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Boggan/Holland African American Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albion Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Boggan/Holland African…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Booker T. Washington Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Booker T. The next deadline for…

At least $100,000 per grant
EDUCATION LEADERS OF COLOR INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Boulder Fund Organization: Education Leaders of Color (EdLoC) Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States) Focus Areas: - Education and academic advancement for children…

The Winston-Salem Foundation · May 4, 2026 · Annual Foundation

BPI Advancing Equity in Education Grants Part of: Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) - Strategic Initiative led by community volunteers Purpose: Support organizations advancing racial equity in K-12…

BLACK PUBLIC MEDIA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

BPMplus Fellowship Overview: Fellowship program for creative technologists and immersive media creators. Focus Areas: - Immersive media - Creative technology - Projects involving Black storytellers…

AMERICAN FARMLAND TRUST · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Brighter Future Fund Overview: The Brighter Future Fund provides grants to farmers across the country to assist in successfully improving resilience, enhancing farm viability, and accessing land.…

Up to $7,500
THE BRONX COUNCIL ON THE ARTS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bronx Dance Fund Status: Applications are now closed. Overview: The Bronx Dance Fund seeks to nurture the development of artists and organizations that comprise the field of dance in the Bronx.…

BROOKLYN ALLIANCE CAPITAL INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Brooklyn Alliance Capital, Inc. Micro-Loans Overview: Brooklyn Alliance Capital, Inc. is a federally certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) providing financing to under-served…

BROOKLYN ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Brooklyn Alliance Capital, Inc. Micro-Loans Overview: Financing program for under-served minority and immigrant entrepreneurs and low-income small business owners to increase financial stability and…

BROOKLYN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Applications are accepted at any time; funding decisions are made twice per year. After the initial application, select organizations will be invited to submit a full proposal and…

RADIAN PLACEMATTERS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

BUILD Scholarship Program Organization: RADIAN PlaceMatters Inc Status: In Progress (as of 2022) Geographic Scope: Denver, Colorado Overview: In response to the 2020 Nonprofit Anti-Displacement…

SAINT PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Currently paused for 2025._ Commitment To Community The Saint Paul Foundation believes that our community should not only benefit from our work, but inform and form it as well.…

THE CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Equitable Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Building Equitable Opportunity Grant by the Connecticut…

UJIMA THE NATIONAL CENTER ON VIOLENCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building the Capacity of Black Programs (BCBP) Status: Active program Geographic Scope: National (United States) Background: Ujima launched The Building the Capacity of Black Programs (BCBP) to…

Coalition of Asian American Leaders · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CAAL Ignite Fund Status: Active grant program. 2025 cohort has been awarded; next cycle deadlines unknown. Geographic Scope: Minnesota (39+ cities and regions reached) Funder: Coalition of Asian…

$3,000,000 total distributed; $300,000 per organization over 18 months
SIERRA HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

California Equitable Recovery Initiative (CERI) Program Type: Competitive grant program administered by The Center at Sierra Health Foundation Funder: Office of Health Equity within the California…

INATAI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Campaigns, Litigation, Issues, & Policy (CLIP) Fund Funder: Inatai Foundation Status: Active funding program Geographic Scope: Washington State (funded work in 15+ counties in 2024, with efforts…

ADVOCATES FOR URBAN AGRICULTURE NFP · October 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Capacity Building Grant Funder: Advocates for Urban Agriculture (AUA) in partnership with Food:Land:Opportunity (F.L.O.) Purpose: A community-led grant fund designed to support urban farms and…

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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