JRCT - Rights and Justice Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust Amount: Up to £150,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust (JRCT)…
Grants for Minorities
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.
JWCC/Frederick Ball Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Wood Community College Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The JWCC/Frederick Ball Scholarship offers…
KACF: Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Korean American Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Summary The Korean American Community Foundation (KACF) offers…
Kappa Alpha Psi Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central New York Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Kappa Alpha Psi Scholarship Fund, established by the…
KEA Ethnic Minority Scholarship Funder: Kentucky Education Association (KEA) Geographic Scope: Kentucky Award Amount: $5,000 total per recipient, disbursed over four years Number of Awards: 2…
Kids in Motion Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Mardy Fish Children’s Foundation Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Kids in Motion Grant Program by The Mardy Fish Children’s Foundation…
Kids on Courts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Mardy Fish Children’s Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Mardy Fish Children’s Foundation’s Kids on Courts Grant aims to grow the game…
L. Leona Burrell Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The L. Leona Burrell Memorial Scholarship, funded by…
LA Food Equity Fund Status: Completed award cycle; over $20 million awarded to 78 organizations across two cohorts Geographic Scope: Los Angeles County, with priority given to Highest Need and High…
LA84 Foundation Grant - Large Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: LA84 Foundation Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The LA84 Foundation Grant supports youth development…
Lacrosse Opportunities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland State Department of Education Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Lacrosse Opportunities Grant by the…
Lactation Support Provider Diversity Scholarships Funder: Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC) with support from United Methodist Health Ministry Fund and Kansas Department of Health and Environment…
Lakeview School Reunion Scholarship Fund Overview: This scholarship honors the legacy of Lakeview High School, which served African American students in Big Spring prior to desegregation until its…
Lancaster Equity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lancaster County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: July 03, 2025 Summary The Lancaster Equity Fund Grant offers up to…
Large Economic Development Grant Funder: Impact Harrisburg Geographic Scope: City of Harrisburg, PA Background: Impact Harrisburg is a nonprofit created in 2014 to help steer the capital city's…
LCRF Minority Career Development Award (CDA) in Lung Cancer Funder: Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) Geographic Scope: International (scientists around the world) Focus Areas: Lung cancer…
LEAD Internship Program Funder: The CAFE Group Program Type: Leadership development and paid internship program Geographic Scope: Chicagoland (Chicago area) Program Description: LEAD connects college…
Leadership Institute Organization: Center for American Progress Action Fund Goal: Increase the participation of progressive people of color among the thinkers, shapers, and planners of policy at…
Leadership Institute - Center for American Progress Organization: Center for American Progress Goal: Increase the participation of progressive people of color among the thinkers, shapers, and…
Leadership Raleigh - John Freehafer Scholarship Fund Program Type: Partial scholarship fund Geographic Scope: Greater Raleigh and Triangle region, North Carolina Focus Areas: Leadership development…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for minorities are available?
- 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.
- Who is eligible for grants for minorities?
- 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 grants for minorities?
- 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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