Racial Equity Fund Grant

Racial Equity Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: York County Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $15,000
Last Updated: November 17, 2025

Summary

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. Designed by a committee of community leaders of color, this grant prioritizes initiatives led by people of color, focusing on areas such as community leadership, education, health, and wellness. The committee reviews applications to ensure alignment with the fund's purpose, providing vital support to enhance community well-being.

Overview

In 2021, York County Community Foundation launched the Racial Equity Fund (REF) grant program, which focuses on shifting the paradigm of equitable opportunities. The REF seeks to support projects that address issues of racism and inequity in our community to ensure everyone has an opportunity to thrive. This grant program was designed by the Racial Equity Fund Committee – a group comprised of community leaders of color. This committee evaluated and determined the grant fund’s purpose, parameters, and process. To qualify for a grant, nonprofits or individuals must be working directly with people of color, with a preference for projects that are led by people of color. Focus Areas Community Leadership and Development Criminal Justice System Education and Job Readiness Health and Wellness Income and Wealth Creation Racial and Cultural Education Applications will be reviewed and recommended by the Racial Equity Fund Committee. YCCF staff are available to answer questions and will assist applicants with the application process.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To qualify for a grant, nonprofits or individuals must be working directly with people of color, with a preference for projects that are led by people of color.

Ineligibility

Grants are NOT provided for:Endowments, capital campaigns, budget shortfalls, normal operations, debt retirement, or association duesSectarian religious programs.Organizations with discriminatory employment or program practices.Any form of direct financial assistance to individuals.Reimbursement for programs, programs or items purchased before grant is authorized.