EQUAL JUSTICE WORKS · Rolling / Open Foundation
Housing Justice Program Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Equal Justice Works Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Housing Justice Program Fellowship, offered by Equal Justice Works,…
Human Rights Grants
Human Rights Grants 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.
293 grants
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US $1,500
CENTER FOR TRANSFORMATIVE ACTION · Rolling / Open Foundation
HRE USA- Edmonds Summer Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Center for Transformative Action (CTA) Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The HRE USA 2025 Edmonds Summer…
US $10,000 - US $50,000
The Impact Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation
Impact Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Impact Fund Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Impact Fund provides recoverable grants to legal services…
US $86,000 - US $96,000
Social Justice Legal Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Impact Litigation Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Social Justice Legal Foundation Amount: US $86,000 - US $96,000 Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Impact Litigation Fellowship,…
SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Independent Journalism Fund (IJF) Geographic Scope: Central America Created: 2016, in partnership with the Ford Foundation Focus Areas: - Support for independent journalism and media - Strengthening…
LAND IS LIFE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Indigenous-Led Grantmaking Initiative Funder: Land is Life Inc (NY, US) Overview: An approach developed by Land is Life and its global network to provide support for Indigenous self-determination…
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INTERNATIONAL CIVIL SOCIETY ACTION NETWORK INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Innovative Peace Fund (IPF) Overview: The first and only independent, multi-donor, global grantmaking mechanism wholly dedicated to providing financial support and technical assistance to women-led…
US $50,000 - US $150,000
THE TINKER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Institutional Grants: Democratic Governance Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tinker Foundation Incorporated Amount: US $50,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Tinker Foundation's…
Texas Access to Justice Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Interest on Lawyers' Trust Accounts (IOLTA) Program Funder: Texas Access to Justice Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations that provide civil legal services to…
The Jacob and Hilda Blaustein · Rolling / Open Foundation
International Human Rights Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jacob And Hilda Blaustein Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary The Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Foundation, established in…
THE OAK FOUNDATION USA · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: Oak Foundation has an invitation-only application process. The majority of awards are made to our long-standing partners or are invited to apply based on fieldwork and research._…
US $10,000 - US $900,000
Open Technology Fund (OTF) · Rolling / Open Foundation
Internet Freedom Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Open Technology Fund (OTF) Amount: US $10,000 - US $900,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Internet Freedom Fund Grant, managed by the…
Up to $4,000,000+ (total annual pool; individual awards vary)
TENNESSEE BAR FOUNDATION · September 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation
IOLTA Grant Program Overview Program Name: Interest On Lawyers' Trust Accounts (IOLTA) Grant Program Administering Organization: Tennessee Bar Foundation, established by the Tennessee Supreme Court…
$10,000 - $794,000
RHODE ISLAND BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
IOLTA Grants Program Overview: The Rhode Island Bar Foundation IOLTA program makes significant grants to organizations providing legal services and supporting the justice system in Rhode Island.…
JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Irene Butter Fund For Holocaust And Human Rights Education Overview: Fund dedicated to supporting Holocaust and human rights education. Focus Areas: - Holocaust education - Human rights education…
More than US $25,000
THE OAK FOUNDATION USA · Rolling / Open Foundation
Issues Affecting Women Grant Programme Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oak Foundation USA Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Issues Affecting Women Grant Programme…
US $100,000
Georgia Institute of Technology · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ivan Allen Jr. Prize for Social Courage Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Institute of Technology Amount: US $100,000 Last Updated: August 24, 2025 Summary The Ivan Allen Jr. Prize for Social…
Solidaire Network Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling Foundation
Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund (MPF) Overview: The Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund moves resources rapidly and securely to protect frontline organizers facing immediate…
US $25,000 - US $125,000
THE JOYCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Joyce Foundation: Democracy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Joyce Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $125,000 Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Joyce Foundation's Democracy Grants aim to…
Up to £152,000
Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation
JRCT - Northern Ireland Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust Amount: Up to £152,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust (JRCT)…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of human rights grants are available?
- Human Rights Grants 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 human rights grants?
- 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 human rights grants?
- 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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