Grants for Minorities

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 709 active grants for minorities in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Willie Bradshaw Memorial Endowed Scholarship Grant NCHSAA Foundation · Foundation Not published · $750 – $1K Willie Bradshaw Memorial Endowed Scholarship This scholarship, given in memory of Willie Bradshaw, provides financial support to outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, and/or Asian Pacific Islander American, or…	Not published	$750 – $1K
Grassroots Multicultural Grant High Point Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · From $500M Funding for multicultural arts organizations in Guilford County for project and operations support. For information about future grant cycles, contact the High Point Arts Council or NC Arts Council.	Not published	From $500M
The Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative: University Scholarships Grant American Theatre Wing Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative: University Scholarships, by the American Theatre Wing, supports high school seniors from underrepresented backgrounds with a $10,000 annual scholarship for four years.	Not published	Up to $10K
Donald M. Suggs Scholarships St Louis American Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A series of more than a dozen annual scholarships named after St. Louis American publisher Donald M. Suggs, available at Missouri universities.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Leaders Program Emgage Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emerging Leaders Program seeks to mentor the next generation of Muslim American civic leaders by connecting them to and training them with expert practitioners in the field.	Not published	Varies
Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program (SC) Grant South Carolina Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program in South Carolina aims to enhance educational opportunities for migratory children and youth.	Not published	Varies
Martin Luther King, Jr. Book Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Martin Luther King Jr. Book Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, aims to support minority high school seniors in Muskingum County in their pursuit of higher education.	Not published	Varies
Students and Young Adults Career Awareness and Training Grant The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K Through this Request for Proposals (“RFP”), the Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center (“MassCEC”) is offering Students and Young Adults Equity Workforce Career Awareness and Training Grants.	Not published	Up to $600K
Micron Foundation All-Time Giving Grant Micron Technology Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Micron Foundation focuses on enhancing quality of life by supporting communities and promoting STEM education. With a commitment to equitable opportunities, it aims to uplift underrepresented groups and foster lasting social impact.	Not published	Varies
Thriving Young People Grants The Colorado Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Colorado Health Foundation aims to empower young people in Colorado, particularly those facing health inequities, including youth of color and LGBTQ+ individuals.	Not published	$50K – $200K
WMU MLK GOLD Grant Western Michigan University · Foundation Not published · Up to $32K The WMU MLK GOLD Scholarship offers a total value of $32,000, providing $8,000 annually for four years.	Not published	Up to $32K
Racial Equity Fund Grant York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Racial Equity Fund Grant, initiated by the York County Community Foundation in 2021, aims to promote equitable opportunities by funding projects that combat racism and inequity.	Not published	Up to $15K
The Denver Foundation Community Scholarship (UA2) Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Denver Foundation Community Scholarship supports first-generation, economically disadvantaged college students in Colorado. Aimed at promoting racial equity, this scholarship prioritizes students of color pursuing higher education.	Not published	$5K
Emergency Student Connectivity Fund Great MN Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Diversity Mentorship Grant Program American Academy of Dermatology Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Diversity Mentorship Grant Program aims to enhance ethnic diversity in dermatology by providing mentorship to underrepresented medical students.	Not published	$2K
GEEDC Scholarships Grant Greater Erie Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The GEEDC Scholarships, funded by the Greater Erie Economic Development Corporation, provide essential financial support to BIPOC students in Erie County.	Not published	Varies
Church, Church, Hittle & Antrim Scholarship Grant Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Church, Church, Hittle & Antrim Scholarship, provided by the Central Indiana Community Foundation, aims to support aspiring law students from underrepresented backgrounds.	Not published	$3K
HIP Graduate Student Award ( formerly known as Minority Hematology Graduate Award ) Grant American Society of Hematology Inc · Foundation Not published · $80K The HIP Graduate Student Award supports first to third-year graduate students in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico aiming for a career in academic hematology.	Not published	$80K
Birth Keepers BIPOC Doula Pilot Program Fourth Plain Forward · Foundation Not published · Varies Train and mentor women of color to become skilled, culturally attuned doulas to address maternal health disparities in communities of color.	Not published	Varies
Robert "Bob" Moses Scholarship Educational Testing Service · Foundation Not published · Varies Awarded to a graduate student from an underrepresented group who is pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in mathematics, education, or a STEM discipline.	Not published	Varies
TAU Scholarships American Friends of Tel Aviv Univ · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship program supporting Tel Aviv University students, with emphasis on providing access to quality education for underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students.	Not published	Varies
Health Career Connection Internship Grant John Muir Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The Health Career Connection Internship, offered by John Muir Health, is a 10-week full-time program aimed at empowering underrepresented college students in healthcare.	Not published	Varies
Better Beaches Grant Program Save the Harborsave the Bay Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $9K Since 2008, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay has partnered with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to award small grants to local organizations and artists to activate the region's public beaches through free…	Not published	$3K – $9K
Marleh Lehmann Scholarship Foundation - All In Milwaukee Partnership Marleh Lehmann Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The foundation awards scholarships to college-bound high school students who embody the characteristics and qualities of Marleh Lehmann, including inclusivity, thoughtfulness, and a positive community impact.	Not published	$5K – $20K

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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 24, 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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