Grants for Minorities

Last updated October 25, 2026

Grantable tracks 709 active grants for minorities in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 6 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 381 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 709; from 510 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,500–$50K
Total listed funding: $62.4M; across 381 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 6; 27 with a published date

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Mary's Pence Grants Mary's Pence · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Mary's Pence funds small organizations with a big vision for systemic change that benefits women and their communities.	Not published	Up to $4K
SEAS DirectAMS Radiocarbon Award Society for American Archaeology · Foundation Not published · Varies Advancing archaeology, preservation, and practice.	Not published	Varies
ACS Award for Encouraging Underrepresented and Economically Disadvantaged Students into Careers in the Chemical Sciences Grant American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $17K The ACS Award for Encouraging Underrepresented and Economically Disadvantaged Students into Careers in the Chemical Sciences recognizes individuals who inspire students from diverse backgrounds to pursue careers in chemical sciences and…	Not published	Up to $17K
Infrastructure Project Grant Impact Harrisburg · Foundation Not published · Varies Projects must demonstrate impact in at least one of the following areas:	Not published	Varies
Johnny Ritchey Scholarship Program Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Johnny Ritchey Scholarship Program honors the legacy of Johnny Ritchey, the "Jackie Robinson of the West Coast," who broke the color barrier in the Pacific Coast League in 1948.	Not published	$3K – $10K
ABC/J&J MedTech Scholarship (Medical Students) Association of Black Cardiologists Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ABC/J&J MedTech Scholarship (established 2022 with Johnson & Johnson MedTech) adds ten annual awards for medical students, part of ABC's total medical-student scholarship program of fifteen awards and $125,000/year.	Not published	Varies
AABE William Grant Pinkard Scholarship Fund Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $4K The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues.	Not published	$3K – $4K
DePratti Meaningful Initiatives Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The DePratti Meaningful Initiatives Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, supports students pursuing computer science studies at accredited institutions.	Not published	Up to $1K
AAACF Community Scholarship Grant Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AAACF Community Scholarship, offered by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, provides vital financial support to eligible students in Washtenaw County.	Not published	Varies
Courtlandt and Gina Miller Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, Inc., strengthens our communities by leading philanthropy and solutions through our direct work in partnership with…	Not published	Varies
Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education University of Maryland, College Park · State Not published · Varies The Office of Multi-ethnic Student Education (OMSE) offers a variety of services and programs to enhance the learning experience and promote the academic success of UM undergraduate students.	Not published	Varies
Moses Kimball Fund Grant Tr Uw Helen F Kimball-the Moses Kimball · Foundation Not published · Varies The Moses Kimball Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations providing job opportunities for minorities and disadvantaged individuals in Greater Boston, or facilitating connections between educational institutions and community members in…	Not published	Varies
Dr. Tai Afrik Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Dr. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Feb 2027.	Not published	Varies
WMU Department of Spanish: Spanish Advancement Scholarships Grant Western Michigan University · Foundation Not published · Varies The WMU Department of Spanish offers the Spanish Advancement Scholarships to support students in enhancing their Spanish language skills through coursework and study abroad opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Turkish Coalition of America: Minority Scholarship Programme Grant Turkish Coalition of America · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Turkish Coalition of America (TCA) offers the Minority Scholarship Programme aimed at underrepresented American minority students.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Austin Community Foundation Hispanic Impact Fund Grant Charitable Holdings II · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hispanic Impact Fund at Austin Community Foundation is a collective-giving network that makes annual grants to nonprofits focused on the economic mobility and advancement of Hispanic Central Texans (early childhood education, health &…	Not published	Varies
Strategic Alliance Matching Grant - Division III National Collegiate Athletic Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Strategic Alliance Matching Grant by the NCAA Division III aims to bolster ethnic minority and gender representation in senior athletics administration roles.	Not published	Varies
African American Giving Initiative Grants Rochester Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: A call for proposals is expected in late December 2024 or early January 2025_ African American Giving Initiative-Who We Are Established in 2011, this initiative is focused on creating an endowment fund with broad community support…	Not published	Varies
Dean and Janice Butts Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K The Dean and Janice Butts Scholarship aims to support students pursuing post-secondary education, vocational training, or college, with a preference for students of color.	Not published	$4K
FNBO: Community Sponsorships Grant First National Bank of Omaha · Foundation Not published · Varies FNBO's Community Sponsorships provide vital financial support to nonprofit organizations and community events that enhance the well-being of our communities.	Not published	Varies
Grow Your Own Competitive Grant Opportunity - Pathway for Adults Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The Minnesota Department of Education offers the Grow Your Own Competitive Grant Opportunity to enhance and diversify the teacher workforce in Minnesota.	Not published	Up to $750K
NAF: Research Grants - Pre-doctoral Fellowship to Promote Diversity in Ataxia Research National Ataxia Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The National Ataxia Foundation (NAF) offers a Pre-doctoral Fellowship to Promote Diversity in Ataxia Research, a competitive, non-renewable award aimed at enhancing the training of students in health professional programs.	Not published	Up to $50K
Trackaday Scholarship (HBCU) Grant The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County At The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County, we make it easy to give back to the community we all love through comprehensive and trusted charitable giving.	Not published	Varies
Natural Resource Stewardship Career Pathways Parks California · Foundation Not published · Varies A pilot grants program supporting organizations that broaden access, mentorship, and training to communities traditionally underrepresented in the natural resource field.	Not published	Varies

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About grants for minorities

Grants for minority-led organizations and communities of color come from a growing field of racial-equity funders and national foundations. Major foundations including the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Ford Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation have long funded racial justice and equity work, and intermediaries like Borealis Philanthropy regrant to BIPOC-led and grassroots organizations. Collaborative vehicles such as the Racial Equity in Philanthropy Fund pool foundation resources to strengthen the nonprofit sector itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for minorities award?

Of the 709 grants for minorities Grantable lists as of October 25, 2026, 381 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $3,500 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 grants for minorities?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are United Negro College Fund Inc (21), The Dayton Foundation (14), American Water Works Association (6), Grand Rapids Community Foundation (6), and Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning (5). In all, 510 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for minorities due?

Of 709 grants listed, 6 accept applications on a rolling basis, 27 have a published upcoming deadline, 185 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 491 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 41% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for minority-led nonprofits?

Funding supports racial equity, economic and educational opportunity, health, civic engagement, leadership development, and grassroots community building. Some funders provide flexible general operating support to organizations led by and serving communities of color, while others fund specific programs. Intermediaries like Borealis Philanthropy specialize in reaching smaller, grassroots, minority-led groups.

Which foundations fund minority communities?

Long-standing funders of racial justice and equity include the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Ford Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the MacArthur Foundation, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Intermediaries such as Borealis Philanthropy regrant to BIPOC-led organizations, and collaborative funds like the Racial Equity in Philanthropy Fund channel multiple foundations' resources to the field.

Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to apply?

Not always. Many funders require 501(c)(3) status, but a number of racial-equity intermediaries fund grassroots groups through fiscal sponsorship or other arrangements, recognizing that smaller minority-led organizations may not yet have their own tax-exempt status. Check each funder's eligibility criteria, since requirements and geographic focus differ.

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