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.
Turkish Coalition of America: Minority Scholarship Programme Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Turkish Coalition Of America Amount: US $500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Turkish…
Tzedek Fund Overview: A Jews of Color (JOC) affinity space and Federation giving circle that brings together JOC organizational professionals and lay leaders to collaboratively allocate funds.…
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Training Grant Funder: U.S. Department of Labor (Joint funding with Department of Energy and Department of Transportation) Award Amount: $1.6 million (over…
Ulster County Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundations of…
UNCF STEM Scholars Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary Overview UNCF STEM Scholars Program The UNCF STEM…
Underserved Communities Traffic Safety Grant Program (MA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: April 28, 2025 Summary The Underserved…
Underwriting for Racial Justice Lender Pilot Program Status: Launched June 28, 2023; two-year pilot program Program Overview: Beneficial State Foundation launched a two-year pilot program composed of…
University of Illinois Research Apprentice Program (RAP) Scholarship Funder: Chicago Section IFT (CSIFT) Geographic Scope: University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental…
Untold Stories Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $5,000 Last Updated: August 16, 2025 Summary The Untold Stories Grant, presented by the…
Urban League of Portland Dickson Scott Scholarship Overview: The Urban League of Portland Dickson Scott Scholarship honors Nella Mae Dickson, a longtime partner and supporter of the organization who…
Urban League of Springfield Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary Overview Note:…
URM Travel Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Economic Association Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 27, 2025 Summary The URM Travel Grants, established by the American Economic…
USF: Community Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Usa Swimming Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The USF Community Impact Grant, established by USA Swimming…
USF: HBCU Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Usa Swimming Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: October 29, 2025 Summary The USA Swimming Foundation's HBCU Grant program is a $1 million…
Van Lier New Voices Fellowship Recurrence: Annual Overview: A fellowship program offered by The Lark that supports emerging playwrights of color. Eligibility: - Target demographic: Playwrights of…
Vanessa Noble Good Purple Rose Fund Overview: In partnership with the Upper Dublin Education Foundation, the Vanessa Noble Good Purple Rose Fund helps level the playing field by giving equitable…
Vernon L. Odom Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akron Community Foundation Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Vernon L. Odom Fund, established in 1993 by the Akron Community Foundation,…
Vibrant & Equitable Communities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The McKnight Foundation Last Updated: January 20, 2025 Summary The Vibrant & Equitable Communities Grant by The McKnight Foundation aims…
Walter Blackburn Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Walter Blackburn Scholarship, established by Alpha Blackburn…
Wausau Area H.O.P.E. Hmong Women Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Wausau Area H.O.P.E. Hmong Women…
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.