Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 702 active grants for minorities in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
Grants for Minorities 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.
Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Status: The fund was established in 2006 and provided funding through 2020. As of 2019, the LOI process for new applicants is suspended. Only current grantees…
Afghan-American Community Organization Scholarship Program Funder: Afghan-American Community Organization (AACO) Website: aa-co.org Contact: scholarships@aa-co.org Overview The eighth annual AACO…
African American Achievement Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students do…
African American AIDS Response Act (IL) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Public Health Amount: US $85,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Summary The African American AIDS…
African American Community Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 10, 2024 Summary The African American Community Fund…
African American Foundation of Bartholomew County Funder: Heritage Fund - The Community Foundation Fund Type: Field of Interest Fund Purpose: To enhance the quality of life for the African American…
Overview _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…
African American History Grants Overview: Grants dedicated to projects that preserve and tell the stories of African American history, particularly those stories that are lesser-known or outside the…
Overview _Note: Applications are now closed. Please check back for updates on when applications will re-open._ African Immigrant Youth Career Development Grant Program Grant Program Overview…
African-American Community Foundation - CJ McLin, Jr. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The African-American…
African-American Community Foundation - Deloris L. Winslow Scholarship for Community Excellence Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The…
African-American Community Foundation - Idotha Bootsie Neal Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…
African-American Community Foundation - Major John F. Harris, Jr., Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025…
African-American Community Foundation - Paul R. and Frieda M. Miller Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: November 11, 2025…
African-American Community Foundation - Pearl A. Dale and Audrey Parker Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary…
African-American Community Foundation - Professor E. Champ and Alma Warrick Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11,…
African-American Community Foundation - Robert S. Early, Sr. Memorial Youth Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025…
African-American Community Foundation - Scott Neal Simpson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…
African-American Community Foundation - Thyrsa Frazier Svager Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…
African-American Community Foundation - Wahid Abdullah Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…
Grants for Minorities 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.
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.
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.