Diversity Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 4, 2026

Grantable tracks 618 active diversity grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 6 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 301 list an award amount, with a median of $12K.

Grants tracked: 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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21st Century Innovation Grants for Elementary Schools Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Support innovative, educational efforts at elementary schools that advance existing or future educational initiatives.	Not published	Up to $5K
PCA Creative Communities Initiative Grant Pennsylvania Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The PCA Creative Communities Initiative (CCI) funds community-driven, arts-based projects that enhance social cohesion and economic vitality in Pennsylvania.	Not published	Up to $25K
WCGMF Rapid Response Grants William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The WCGMF Rapid Response Grants are designed to support organizations and individuals in Connecticut who confront systemic oppression through community-building and education.	Not published	Up to $10K
Award for Diversity Course Design Grant Society For Music Theory Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Award for Diversity Course Design, initiated by the Society for Music Theory, aims to enhance diversity, inclusion, and social justice in undergraduate music theory courses.	Not published	Varies
Competitive Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Education and early learning grants ranged from $2,500 to $96,000, including funding for:	Not published	Varies
Morgan Family Foundation: Social Equity Grants Morgan Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · From $10K The Morgan Family Foundation offers Social Equity Grants to support innovative initiatives and projects that promote social equity in St. Cloud, Minnesota.	Not published	From $10K
CFSCNY Community Grants The Community Foundation for South Central New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The CFSCNY Community Grants program, offered by The Community Foundation for South Central New York, provides competitive funding of up to $100,000 annually for projects that address community needs.	Not published	Up to $20K
Level 2 NAR Diversity Reimbursement Grant National Association of Realtors · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Level 2 NAR Diversity Reimbursement Grant provides up to $5000 for state and local REALTOR® associations to enhance diversity and inclusion within their leadership.	Not published	Up to $5K
DEI United Fund (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Fund) United Way of North Central New Mexico · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Dot Foods’ Charitable Grant Program: $500 or more Dot Foods · Foundation Not published · $500 Dot Foods’ Charitable Grant Program supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and government entities with grants of $500 or more.	Not published	$500
ASC: Cultural Organization Support Grants (formerly Technical Assistance Grant) Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cultural Organization Support Grant program is an opportunity for nonprofit cultural organizations to invest in their team so they can deliver on their mission.	Not published	Varies
American Journalism Project Grant American Journalism Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Journalism Project is dedicated to enhancing local news organizations by investing in their business capacities and providing personalized coaching.	Not published	Varies
Building Bridges United Way Quad Cities · Foundation Not published · Varies Building Bridges is a new initiative under the African American Leadership Society designed to address philanthropic neglect and underinvestment in Black-led organizations.	Not published	Varies
Change Happens Foundation Grant Change Happens Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Change Happens Foundation Grant focuses on supporting charitable initiatives aligned with environmental science, education, and human services.	Not published	Varies
ACLS Digital Justice Development Grants American Council of Learned Societies · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The ACLS Digital Justice Development Grants, funded by The Mellon Foundation, aim to enhance justice and equity in digital scholarly practice.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Building Community Capacity Grants Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saint Paul Foundation believes that our community should not only benefit from our work, but inform and form it as well. Creating solutions to today’s issues requires a collaborative approach.	Not published	Varies
Talent Pipeline Development Elevate 215 · Foundation Not published · Varies One of three primary investment approaches used by Elevate 215. The program addresses critical teacher and school leader shortages in Philadelphia through pipeline development initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Community Endowment Fund- Solidarity Program- Renewal Grants Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Community Endowment Fund's Solidarity Program offers Renewal Grants of up to $25,000 to support movement groups focused on racial equity in the Charlottesville area.	Not published	Up to $25K
Erie Community Foundation: Community Impact (CI) Sponsorships Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Erie Community Foundation offers Community Impact (CI) Sponsorships aimed at supporting free community events that benefit marginalized groups.	Not published	Up to $3K
Dr. Morton Goldberg Lecture Fund The Stranahan Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies Greater Toledo Community Foundation issues Requests for Proposals from individuals interested in delivering presentations in the Dr. Morton Goldberg Lecture Series. The fund honors Rabbi Goldberg's extraordinary life and legacy.	Not published	Varies
Thesis Foundation Fund Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Thesis Foundation Fund supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the Portland metro area, including Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, and Clark counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
Outstanding Diversity Advancement Award Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants · Foundation Not published · Varies The Outstanding Diversity Advancement Award recognizes MOCPA members who are working to promote diversity and inclusion within the CPA profession.	Not published	Varies
Nicor Gas: Critical Needs Fund Grant Nicor Illinois Community Investment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nicor Gas: Critical Needs Fund, managed by Northern Illinois Community Initiatives, provides essential grants to nonprofit organizations for emergency situations impacting service delivery.	Not published	Varies
CAA Professional Development Fellowship in Art History Grant College Art Association · Foundation Not published · $10K The CAA Professional Development Fellowship in Art History provides crucial support for recent PhD graduates and scholars from multicultural and underrepresented backgrounds in the field of art history.	Not published	$10K

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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 diversity grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 4, 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 active listings, the leading 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 active grant in this category.

When are diversity grants for nonprofits due?

Of 618 grants listed, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 19 have a published upcoming deadline, 132 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 459 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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