Grants for LGBTQ Nonprofits
Last updated November 1, 2026
Grantable tracks 454 active grants for lgbtq nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 9 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 254 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.
- Grants tracked
- 454
- from 312 funders
- Median award
- $10K
- middle half $5,000–$27K
- Total listed funding
- $24.5M
- across 254 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 11
- 19 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Jonathan Lax Scholarship Fund for Gay Men Bread and Roses Community Fund · Foundation ~December · $5K – $10K Applicants must be gay men AND meet one of the following: The Jonathan Lax Scholarship Committee awards scholarships to eligible scholars. | |
| 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. | |
| Sam Stern Memorial Sabra Scholarship Durham-Chapel Hill Jewish Federation · Foundation ~January · 2 weeks free camp tuition Camp Sabra is the middle school program of Camp Shelanu day camp featuring: Scholarship created in memory of Samantha Stern (1991-2022), who had an indelible impact on Camp Shelanu's creation and culture. | |
| Grants to Charities Looking Out Foundation · Foundation Jan 15, 2027 · $5K – $25K Program interests include, but are not limited to: Grant decisions are normally made twice per year: | |
| Looking Out Foundation Grant Looking Out Foundation · Foundation Jan 15, 2027 · $5K – $25K The Looking Out Foundation Grant supports social justice and humanitarian initiatives, having donated nearly $6 million to various causes globally. | |
| Sky High Farm Grants Program Sky High Farm Inc · Foundation ~January · $2K – $30K Applications will be prioritized for those who identify as: | |
| Affinity Giving Grants (Consolidated Program) Indiana University Foundation · Foundation ~February · $4K – $50K Funding Focus Areas (all affinity groups combined): | |
| Pride Gives Back Heritage of Pride Inc · Foundation ~February · $5K – $10K NYC Pride awards grants to local nonprofits and community organizations that provide essential support, services, and programming for LGBTQIA+ populations in the NYC tri-state area. | |
| NBO Foundation - Community Impact Fund Grants The Nicholas B Ottaway Fdn Inc · Foundation Feb 1, 2027 · $3K – $20K The Nicholas B. Ottaway Foundation's Community Impact Fund Grants aim to enhance community well-being by supporting 501(c)(3) organizations focused on underrepresented populations. | |
| Boston Bar Foundation IOLTA Grants Boston Bar Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies The BBF invites applications from eligible non-profit organizations for projects that advance the following objectives: Grants support organizations working in: Ron Simms, Jr., Director of Communications | |
| Queer Philanthropy Circle (QPC) Grants Indiana University Foundation · Foundation ~March · $2K – $58K | |
| Cliff Todd Endowment Grant Just Fund Education Project Inc · Foundation ~March · $750 – $77K The Cliff Todd Endowment grant program funds educational projects that promote fairness and equality for LGBTQ Kentuckians throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. | |
| Believe in Me Scholarship Program Believe in ME · Foundation ~March · $3K – $10K Applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria: Applicants must belong to at least one of the following categories: | |
| Gamma Mu Foundation Grant Gamma Mu Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $15K The Gamma Mu Foundation, established in 1988, aims to support the LGBT community in rural and underserved areas through various grants. | |
| New York Bar Foundation General Grants Program The New York Bar Foundation · Foundation ~September · $5K – $15K The New York Bar Foundation awards charitable and educational grants to support law-related programs of legal services organizations, nonprofits, bar associations, and other organizations throughout New York State. | |
| Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants Indiespace Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants, offered by the Indie Theater Fund NYC, provide $500 to NYC-based indie theater artists for mental health expenses such as therapy and medication. | |
| CFBC: Open Door Fund Grant Community Foundation Boulder County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Open Door Fund, established by the Community Foundation Boulder County, supports LGBTQ+ individuals and allies in Boulder County. | |
| Central Minnesota Arts Board- Arts Access Grant Central Minnesota Arts Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Central Minnesota Arts Board (CMAB) offers the Arts Access Grant to enhance access to arts for underserved audiences in Region 7W. | |
| LGBTQ+ Giving Circle Grant Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The LGBTQ+ Giving Circle Grant aims to empower community-based organizations (CBOs) in Lancaster County to enhance visibility and support for LGBTQ+ communities. | |
| John S. Renner Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The John S. Renner Memorial Scholarship, offered by the San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation, supports LGBTQ+ individuals pursuing arts education in postsecondary institutions. | |
| The Ernest O. Reaugh Advised Fund for LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Ernest O. Reaugh Advised Fund for LGBTQIA+ Advocacy, managed by the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region, supports projects that champion the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. | |
| Jan Kieling Rainbow Scholarship Grant Fund For Education Abroad · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Jan Kieling Rainbow Scholarship, offered by the Fund For Education Abroad, provides financial assistance to LGBTQ+ students pursuing study abroad programs. | |
| Del Shores Foundation Writers Search Del Shores Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A playwriting competition established by the Del Shores Foundation to discover and support new theatrical voices. | |
| Umpqua Bank Fdn.: Community Grant - Small Grants Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Umpqua Bank, through the Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation, continues to believe in the power of partnership by leading with a Social Impact Strategy and Community Grants program that reflects a deep commitment to improving economic… |
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Grants for lgbtq nonprofits by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 11 2%
- Upcoming date published
- 19 4%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 126 28%
- No deadline published
- 298 66%
Only 19 of these grants publish a date, too few to show a seasonal pattern.
Funders with the most active grants for lgbtq nonprofits
- Philanthrofund Foundation Inc 9 active
- The Pride Foundation 8 active
- Our Fund Foundation Inc 7 active
- Allegany Franciscan Ministries Inc 6 active
- Metropolitan Regional Arts Council 6 active
- Fund For Education Abroad 5 active
312 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 454 active grants for lgbtq nonprofits (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of November 1, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 1 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About grants for lgbtq nonprofits
LGBTQ nonprofits are supported by a dedicated philanthropic field of large foundations, community foundations, and grassroots intermediaries. Major funders include the Gill Foundation and the Arcus Foundation, while LGBTQ community foundations such as the Horizons Foundation, Pride Foundation, and Stonewall Community Foundation fund regionally. Intermediaries like the Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice and Groundswell Fund reach smaller grassroots groups, and Funders for LGBTQ Issues organizes the broader funder community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for lgbtq nonprofits award?
Of the 454 grants for lgbtq nonprofits Grantable lists as of November 1, 2026, 254 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $27K. The largest is $3.7M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for lgbtq nonprofits?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Philanthrofund Foundation Inc (9), The Pride Foundation (8), Our Fund Foundation Inc (7), Allegany Franciscan Ministries Inc (6), and Metropolitan Regional Arts Council (6). In all, 312 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for lgbtq nonprofits due?
Of 454 grants listed, 11 accept applications on a rolling basis, 19 have a published upcoming deadline, 126 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 298 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.
What grants are available for LGBTQ nonprofits?
Funding supports advocacy and equal rights, movement building, health and safety, arts and culture, economic justice, and services for LGBTQ communities, with a particular emphasis on transgender and intersex programs among some funders. Grants range from large strategic investments by national foundations to flexible general support grants for grassroots organizations.
Which foundations fund LGBTQ causes?
Leading dedicated funders include the Gill Foundation and the Arcus Foundation, alongside LGBTQ community foundations such as the Horizons Foundation, Pride Foundation, and Stonewall Community Foundation. Intermediaries like the Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice and Groundswell Fund make grants to smaller grassroots groups, and Funders for LGBTQ Issues supports the broader field.
Can small or grassroots LGBTQ groups get funding?
Yes. Several funders specifically prioritize small and mid-sized grassroots organizations that have trouble securing grants elsewhere, offering flexible general support grants that can range from a few thousand dollars up to larger awards. Many work through fiscal sponsors, so lacking your own 501(c)(3) status is not always a barrier. Match your work to each funder's focus and check eligibility before applying.
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