Diversity Grants for Nonprofits
Last updated October 3, 2026
There are currently 618 open diversity grants for nonprofits in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 301 list an award amount, with a median of $12K.
- Open grants
- 618
- from 482 funders
- Median award
- $12K
- middle half $5,000–$50K
- Total listed funding
- $30.4M
- across 301 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 8
- 19 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Racial Equity Fund Friends of Salmon Bay · Foundation Oct 31, 2026 · Varies FOSB has a dedicated line item in the budget to support programming aligned with FOSB's commitment to anti-racism work. This is not standalone committee work but aims to touch all areas of FOSB operations. | |
| Social Impact Grant The Meantime Coffee Company · Foundation ~November · $1K | |
| Nancy Peace Action Against Prejudice Award Young Women's Christian Association of Newburyport · Foundation ~December · Varies The YWCA Greater Newburyport awards this recognition to community members who have made valuable contributions towards eliminating racism, fighting prejudice, and celebrating diversity through their professional or volunteer lives. | |
| Reimagine Education Grants The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies | |
| Competitive Grantmaking Program The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham · Foundation Dec 31, 2026 · Varies | |
| Philadelphia Diverse Emerging Leaders (PhiDEL) Scholarship & Internship Program Pidc Local Development Corporation · Foundation ~January · Up to $5K Offers local students from various backgrounds and experiences financial support and hands-on professional experience aligned with their major and career aspirations in real estate and economic development. | |
| Corey, Luzaich, de Ghetaldi & Riddle Legacy Scholarship San Mateo County Bar Association · Foundation ~January · Up to $25K The law firm of Corey, Luzaich, de Ghetaldi & Riddle LLP established this scholarship to foster the advancement of diversity in the legal profession. | |
| Community Impact Grants United Way Quad Cities · Foundation ~January · Varies United Way Quad Cities awards Community Impact Grants to nonprofits, grassroots organizations and others serving residents in Scott and Rock Island counties. | |
| Affinity Giving Grants (Consolidated Program) Indiana University Foundation · Foundation ~February · $4K – $50K Funding Focus Areas (all affinity groups combined): | |
| Annual Grants Program Arts Council of Indianapolis Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies | |
| Queer Philanthropy Circle (QPC) Grants Indiana University Foundation · Foundation ~March · $2K – $58K | |
| Women's Philanthropy Leadership Council (WPLC) Grants Indiana University Foundation · Foundation ~March · $3K – $25K | |
| Competitive Grants Branford Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · $2K – $20K An annual process to review and support organizations and programs that serve the Branford Community. This is the primary funding opportunity through which most of BCF's grant-making occurs. | |
| Tourism Gives Grant Program Hamilton County Tourism Inc · Foundation ~March · $122K The program funds tourism-focused non-profit organizations, art districts, events and festivals. As of 2024, grants are centered around Hamilton County Tourism's "Inspire Hamilton County" initiatives with four focus areas: | |
| Excellence in Equity Award Montgomery College Foundation · Foundation ~April · Varies The Excellence in Equity Awards aim to recognize and celebrate current students, faculty, staff, and administrators who demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, access, antiracism, leadership, and social justice. | |
| Baltimore Community Events Grants Baltimore Sports Tourism Development Council Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $15K The Community Events Grant (funded through the Baltimore Tourism Improvement District, administered by Visit Baltimore/DMC) provides up to $15,000 per applicant, with no match required, to nonprofits, community groups, businesses, and… | |
| .ORG Impact Awards Public Interest Registry · Foundation ~June · Up to $50K The .ORG Impact Awards is a global awards program celebrating remarkable individuals and organizations leveraging .ORG domains to ignite change and transform communities worldwide. | |
| AAHPM Next Gen Scholars for Equity in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Program American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine · Foundation ~July · Varies AHPM aims to improve representation within HPM through direct mentorships, increase diversity and inclusion in the HPM professional workforce and leadership, and ensure the field more closely represents the communities it serves. | |
| Macy Catalyst Awards for Transformation in Graduate Medical Education Grant Josiah Macy Jr Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Macy Catalyst Awards, funded by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation, aim to enhance graduate medical education by promoting diversity, equity, and collaboration within clinical learning environments. | |
| CHEST and APCCMPD Medical Educator Diversity Scholar Fellowship Award Grant Association of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine Program Directors · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The APCCMPD and CHEST Medical Educator Scholar Diversity Fellowship Award, established in 2023, aims to enhance diversity in medical education within pulmonary and critical care medicine. | |
| Arts Alive Grants Artswestchester Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Alive grant category is one of ArtsWestchester's most effective means of supporting arts activities for the region's geographically, economically, and ethnically diverse populations. | |
| Arts And Belonging Grants- Grassroots Grants Cambridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Arts and Belonging Grants provide crucial funding for grassroots arts organizations in Cambridge, empowering them to foster social cohesion and community engagement. | |
| Special Emphasis Limited Project Grant: Colorectal Surgery and Health Equity The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Special Emphasis Limited Project Grant from the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons aims to address health disparities in colorectal surgery. | |
| AMS Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Scholarship The American Montessori Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program offered by the American Montessori Society focused on supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. |
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Diversity grants for nonprofits by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 8 1%
- Upcoming date published
- 19 3%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 131 21%
- No deadline published
- 460 74%
Only 19 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most open diversity grants for nonprofits
- The Albertsons Companies Foundation 6 open
- Accesslex Institute 5 open
- American Chemical Society 5 open
- Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc 5 open
- US Lacrosse Foundation Inc 5 open
- AIA ARIZONA The American Institute of Architects 4 open
482 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 618 open diversity grants for nonprofits (active, with a deadline today or later or none published) as of October 3, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 2 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About diversity grants
Diversity grants help nonprofits advance diversity, equity, and inclusion across education, the workplace, the arts, and underserved communities. Funding comes largely from private foundations and corporate giving programs, with funders such as the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and the Ford Foundation supporting equity-focused initiatives and many companies offering grants through their corporate social responsibility programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do diversity grants for nonprofits award?
Of the 618 open diversity grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 3, 2026, 301 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $12K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $50K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most diversity grants for nonprofits?
By number of open listings, the most active funders are The Albertsons Companies Foundation (6), Accesslex Institute (5), American Chemical Society (5), Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc (5), and US Lacrosse Foundation Inc (5). In all, 482 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
When are diversity grants for nonprofits due?
Of 618 open grants, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 19 have a published upcoming deadline, 131 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 460 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
What grants are available for diversity and inclusion initiatives?
Diversity grants fund programs that expand access and opportunity for marginalized communities, including scholarships, leadership pipelines, inclusive education, and organizational equity work. Awards range from small corporate community grants to larger multi-year foundation investments, and many are tied to a specific population, sector, or geographic focus.
Who funds diversity grants for nonprofits?
Private foundations such as the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and the Ford Foundation fund equity and inclusion work, and many corporations offer diversity-focused grants through their charitable foundations and community giving programs. Community foundations and regional funders also support local DEI initiatives.
How can a nonprofit position itself for diversity funding?
Be specific about which communities you serve and the equity outcomes you pursue, and back your work with data and authentic community leadership. Because corporate funders often fund within their operating regions or industries, research each funder's priorities and geographic focus, and look for opportunities that align with your mission rather than reshaping your program to chase dollars.
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