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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
BPMplus Fellowship Overview: Fellowship program for creative technologists and immersive media creators. Focus Areas: - Immersive media - Creative technology - Projects involving Black storytellers…
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.…
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. Micro-Loans Overview: Brooklyn Alliance Capital, Inc. is a federally certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) providing financing to under-served…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
Building Equitable Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Building Equitable Opportunity Grant by the Connecticut…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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