Grants for Minorities

Last updated October 24, 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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AAACF Community Grantmaking Program Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The AAACF Community Grantmaking Program aims to promote equity in education and reduce racial and economic disparities in Washtenaw County.	Not published	Up to $20K
James J. and Margaret M. Kerrigan Endowed Scholarship Grant United Negro College Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The James J. and Margaret M. Kerrigan Endowed Scholarship, funded by the United Negro College Fund, provides essential financial support for juniors and seniors pursuing degrees in art and education at Historically Black Colleges and…	Not published	Up to $5K
African-American Community Foundation - Thyrsa Frazier Svager Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The African-American Community Foundation - Thyrsa Frazier Svager Scholarship, offered by The Dayton Foundation, supports African-American women studying mathematics at select universities.	Not published	Up to $1K
LEAH Project - Project Innovation Grant Health Resources in Action Inc · Foundation Not published · $40K Recognizes non-profit organizations using innovative solutions to solve everyday problems. LEAH Project received this award for its innovative near-peer teaching model.	Not published	$40K
Leo and Piney Scott Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Abilene · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Leo and Piney Scott Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Abilene, honors the legacy of Leo and Piney Scott, who dedicated their lives to education and community service.	Not published	$500 – $5K
John Lennon Endowed Scholarship Grant United Negro College Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The John Lennon Endowed Scholarship, established by Yoko Ono to honor John Lennon, supports students attending UNCF member institutions. This initiative addresses financial need and promotes education among African American youth.	Not published	Up to $5K
Future Energy Jobs Act Multi-Cultural Jobs Program Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $500K The Future Energy Jobs Act Multi-Cultural Jobs Program aims to foster job growth in the clean energy sector by providing innovative training that combines education with work-based learning.	Not published	$500K
RFI: Nursing Scholarships - Surti Family Scholarship Grant The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Surti Family Scholarship, part of the RFI Nursing Scholarships, supports minority nursing students in Rhode Island who are Certified Nursing Assistants.	Not published	$500 – $10K
FX Storytelling Legacy Scholarship Grant United Negro College Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The FX Storytelling Legacy Scholarship, established by the United Negro College Fund, honors the renowned director John Singleton.	Not published	$5K
Access and Opportunity Grants Artsbuild · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Access and Opportunity Grants program provides grant-funded support for artists traditionally not found at the "funding table." This program evolved from ArtsBuild's Equity in the Arts grant program active in 2017 and 2018.	Not published	Up to $10K
Minority Health and Health Disparities Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies MHHD address the social determinants of health and eliminates health disparities by leveraging resources, providing health equity consultation, impacting external communications, guiding policy decisions and influencing strategic direction.	Not published	Varies
Community Outdoor Outreach Program (CO-OP) Grant Texas Parks and Wildlife Department · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Community Outdoor Outreach Program (CO-OP) Grant, offered by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, provides funding ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 to tax-exempt organizations.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Louder Than Words Grant Program JD Finish Line Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Louder Than Words Grant Program, supported by the Finish Line Youth Foundation, focuses on empowering diverse and underserved communities in Indianapolis and beyond.	Not published	Up to $10K
Redwood Connects Grant Save the Redwoods League · Foundation Not published · $500 – $6K The Redwood Connect Grants, offered by Save the Redwoods League, aim to enhance equitable access to redwood parks by fostering meaningful connections between communities and nature.	Not published	$500 – $6K
African-American Community Foundation - Major John F. Harris, Jr., Memorial Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The African-American Community Foundation - Major John F. Harris, Jr., Memorial Scholarship aims to support JROTC graduates from Dayton Public Schools in pursuing higher education.	Not published	Up to $1K
African-American Community Foundation - CJ McLin, Jr. Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The African-American Community Foundation - CJ McLin, Jr. Scholarship honors the legacy of C.J. McLin, Jr., a pivotal figure in Ohio's political landscape.	Not published	$1K
Coaching Scholarship Fund Road Runners Club of America Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K The RRCA Coaching Scholarship Fund provides financial support to organizations seeking to improve access to the RRCA's Coaching Certification Program for people who are the most impacted by overlapping systems of discrimination.	Not published	$20K
Mifflin Memorial Fund Grant George H & Jane a Mifflin Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mifflin Memorial Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations in human services and education, particularly those serving low-income and minority populations.	Not published	Varies
Winston-Salem Foundation: Impact Investing Grant The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $1M The Winston-Salem Foundation's Impact Investing program strategically allocates funds to businesses and organizations that foster social change in Forsyth County.	Not published	$100K – $1M
Fund for Santa Barbara Grants - Movement Building Grant Fund for Santa Barbara Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Fund for Santa Barbara Grants - Movement Building Grant aims to foster progressive change by empowering grassroots organizations in Santa Barbara County.	Not published	Up to $10K
Explore the Coast Grants State of California Coastal Conservancy · State Not published · Up to $100K The Explore the Coast Grants from the California State Coastal Conservancy aim to support public agencies, tribes, and nonprofits in enhancing access to California's coastal areas for communities facing barriers.	Not published	Up to $100K
Damon Runyon-Scholars Program for Advancing Research and Knowledge Grant Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $61K The Damon Runyon Scholars Program for Advancing Research and Knowledge (SPARK) aims to empower exceptional college seniors and recent graduates to excel in cancer research.	Not published	Up to $61K
Impact Investing Loans Elevance Health Cares Inc · Foundation Rolling · $100K – $500K Particularly interested in entities that:	Rolling	$100K – $500K
Dow Promise Grant Dow Company Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Dow Promise Grant empowers communities by addressing the unique barriers faced by Black youth and adults in the U.S. This program provides grants up to $10,000 for initiatives that promote social, economic, and environmental…	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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