Grants for LGBTQ Nonprofits

Last updated October 12, 2026

Grantable tracks 459 active grants for lgbtq nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 10 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 257 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 459; from 314 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $5,000–$30K
Total listed funding: $25.0M; across 257 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 11; 25 with a published date

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Southern Equality Fund - General Grants Campaign For Southern Equality · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 Since 2015, the Southern Equality Fund (SEF) has provided funding and training to Southern LGBTQ+ folks doing organizing in their home regions. Each year CSE distributes at least 10% of its organizational budget through SEF grants.	Not published	$250 – $500
Arts Equity Grant Lexarts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies GRANTS and SERVICES TO PROMOTE EQUITY IN THE ARTS LexArts seeks partnerships with new and diverse artists and organizations. Funding is available for projects that engage diverse artists and audiences.	Not published	Varies
Southern Equality Fund - Special Grant Rounds Campaign For Southern Equality · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 Special grant rounds have been offered periodically in response to specific crises or opportunities, such as the 2016 Orlando Pulse shooting rapid response round.	Not published	$250 – $500
Point Foundation: Access Scholarship Grant Point Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Point Foundation Access Scholarship is dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ and ally students who come from backgrounds historically facing limited opportunities.	Not published	Up to $2K
Global Grants IOLA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies It Gets Better Project's program to support LGBTQ+ storytelling projects globally, particularly in regions where resources for LGBTQ+ communities are scarce or competition for limited funds is high.	Not published	Varies
Jewish Pride Fund Colen Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A Federation-supported giving circle committed to supporting the intersecting needs, values, and interests of the LGBTQ+ and Jewish communities.	Not published	Varies
ASCE Florida Section: E. Bruce Lawson Leadership Scholarships Grant American Society of Civil Engineers Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The ASCE Florida Section: E. Bruce Lawson Leadership Scholarships provide $1,500 to undergraduate students pursuing civil engineering at Florida universities.	Not published	$2K
Equity Action Grants- Project and Capacity Building Grant The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Equity Action Grants aim to foster social change and support LGBTQ Rhode Islanders by funding projects and capacity-building initiatives.	Not published	$3K – $10K
HI AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service · Foundation Not published · Varies The HI AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants aim to enhance community service through AmeriCorps members by supporting organizations that address pressing social issues.	Not published	Varies
OFB Capacity Building Grants Oregon Food Bank · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Oregon Food Bank's Capacity Building Grants aim to empower organizations addressing food insecurity, particularly among underserved populations such as BIPOC, immigrants, and LGBTQIA2S+ communities.	Not published	Up to $25K
Tu Musica Scholarship Ascap Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ASCAP Foundation Pride in Music Scholarship is a new initiative to benefit undergraduate or graduate students within the LGBTQIA+ community looking to pursue a career in music.	Not published	Varies
Transgender Support Initiative Our Fund Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $80K The Our Fund Foundation's Transgender Support Initiative provides grants to nonprofit organizations serving the transgender community in South Florida.	Not published	$80K
Nic Pagano LGBTQIA+ Scholarship Fund The Release Recovery Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial assistance program for families and individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community in need of support after accepting treatment for substance use disorder.	Not published	Varies
BTFA Productions Black Trans Femmes in the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K BTFA executive produces projects led by New York City-based Black trans femme artists and works with those artists on distribution and community engagement around their productions. Email: mya@btfacollective.org (Manager of Programs)	Not published	$5K – $25K
Gamma Mu Foundation Scholarship Grant Gamma Mu Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Gamma Mu Foundation provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve clients and communities, particularly in rural and underserved areas across the United States.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists Queer Art · Foundation Not published · $10K The Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists, a $10,000 annual grant, supports early-career Black trans women artists in the U.S. whose contributions to visual arts are often overlooked.	Not published	$10K
NCJW Israel Grants Program National Council of Jewish Women Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K NCJW's Israel Grants Program supports feminist organizations and women's rights initiatives in Israel focused on gender equality, women's empowerment, peace, and social justice.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Grass Roots Gay Rights Foundation Grants - TIER B Grass Roots Gay Rights Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Grass Roots Gay Rights Foundation offers Tier B grants to 501(c)(3) organizations supporting the LGBTQ community in the Greater Bay Area.	Not published	$10K
VIA Fund Law Student Scholarships HNBA via-Vision in Action-Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Awarded to benefit underserved law students in the United States and its territories.	Not published	Varies
FAWC Online Scholarships Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies FAWC is proud to offer Scholar Awards in collaboration with organizations that share commitment to nurturing diverse creative voices:	Not published	Varies
Plus Collective: Programs, Projects, and Events (PP&E) Grants Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Plus Collective offers up to $25,000 in Programs, Projects, and Events (PPE) Grants to organizations serving the LGBTQ+ community in Charlotte. Grants aim to promote inclusion, leadership, and engagement among diverse populations.	Not published	Up to $8K
PATHS Mentorship Program LGBT Technology Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Connect LGBTQ+ individuals starting out in STEAM to a network of mentors to ensure they have the guidance, resources, and knowledge necessary to be successful in their pursuits	Not published	Varies
Community Driven Behavioral Health Grants (MIDD SI-01) King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · Up to $80K The Community Driven Behavioral Health Grants (MIDD SI-01) program, managed by the King County Department of Community and Human Services, aims to empower small organizations that serve BIPOC, low-income, immigrant, refugee, and LGBTQI+…	Not published	Up to $80K
Excellence in LGBTQ Health Award Grant American Medical Association Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The AMA Foundation’s Excellence in Medicine Awards honor physicians and medical advocates who exemplify the highest values of the profession—volunteerism, community engagement, leadership, and service to underserved populations.	Not published	$3K

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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 459 grants for lgbtq nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 12, 2026, 257 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $30K. 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 Delaware Valley Legacy Fund (6). In all, 314 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for lgbtq nonprofits due?

Of 459 grants listed, 11 accept applications on a rolling basis, 25 have a published upcoming deadline, 125 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. Among dated deadlines, 52% fall in January–March.

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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