Patagonia: Environmental Grants · Rolling / Open State
Patagonia supports small grassroots organizations with provocative direct-action agendas, working on multipronged efforts aimed at preserving and protecting the environment. - Organization:…
Grants for Grassroots Organizations
Grants for Grassroots Organizations 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.
527 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
US $5,000 - US $20,000
PATAGONIAORG · Rolling / Open Foundation
Patagonia’s Corporate Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patagonia Org Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Patagonia’s Corporate Grant supports grassroots organizations…
£250 - £5,000
Housing Pathways · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pathways Grants Programme- Grass Roots Programme Status: ACTIVE Funder: Housing Pathways Amount: £250 - £5,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Pathways Grants Programme, managed by Housing…
PENN TREATY SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Penn Treaty Special Services District Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Penn Treaty Special Services District Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Penn Treaty Special Services District…
Varies
WHITE SWAN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pennywise Grants Overview: Pennywise supports organizations and projects that are making critical differences by matching creative giving with creative problem solving, generating tangible, positive…
Varies
Pincus Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview PFF Small Grants Small Grants may help establish new relationships, allowing PFF to learn more about how well an organization's goals align with our own and possibly elevate our support…
$4,000 - $8,000
Bread and Roses Community Fund · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Phoebus Criminal Justice Initiative Award Size: Grants range from $4,000 to $8,000 Focus: Community organizing for criminal justice reform. Grantees target issues including (but not limited to): -…
US $4,000 - US $8,000
Bread and Roses Community Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation
Phoebus Criminal Justice Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bread & Roses Community Fund Amount: US $4,000 - US $8,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Phoebus Criminal Justice…
Up to $5,000 (estimated based on program structure)
THE STORY OF STUFF PROJECT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Pilot Reuse Fund Funder: The Story of Stuff Project Program Status: Launched in 2025; pilot phase Geographic Scope: United States Overview: A complementary fund to the Grassroots Grants Program,…
$3,333 per organization
Peace Development Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Pioneer Valley Community Advised Fund (PVCAF) Overview: Annual grants supporting local organizing efforts challenging injustice, building power, and creating new community structures anchored in…
US $10,000 - US $75,000
THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pittsburgh Foundation Environmental Action Grants: Learning and Action Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The…
Up to US $5,000
FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS · Rolling / Open Foundation
Plus Collective: Grassroots Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Plus Collective offers Grassroots Grants to…
Up to US $500
THE POLLINATION PROJECT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pollination Project -Daily Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Pollination Project Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Pollination Project's Daily Grant Program…
US $1,000 - US $10,000
THE POLLINATION PROJECT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pollination Project Farmed Animal Protection Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Pollination Project Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Pollination Project Farmed…
Up to US $5,000
MONTANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Powder River Community Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Powder River Community Endowment Fund…
Up to $5,000
ATLANTA PRIDE COMMITTEE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Pride Across the Peach State Grant Program Funder: Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Background: Atlanta Pride's grantmaking initiative, Pride Across the Peach State,…
Approximately US $10,000
The Pride Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pride Foundation Community Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pride Foundation Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: October 15, 2024 Summary The Pride Foundation Community Grants Program…
US $2,500 - US $15,000
THE CINNABAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Program/Project Grants (formerly Special Projects) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cinnabar Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Cinnabar Foundation provides…
California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Rolling / Open Foundation
Proposition 68 Technical Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Proposition…
Rainforest Action Network · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview RAN established Protect-an-Acre (PAA) in 1993 to protect the world’s forests and support the rights of their inhabitants through small grants to traditionally under-funded organizations and…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for grassroots organizations are available?
- Grants for Grassroots Organizations 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 grassroots organizations?
- 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 grassroots organizations?
- 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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