Social Justice Grants
Last updated July 4, 2026
There are currently 1,032 active social justice grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.
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About social justice grants
Social justice grants fund nonprofits advancing racial, economic, gender, and systemic equity through advocacy, community organizing, policy reform, and direct services. Funding is concentrated in private philanthropy, with funders such as the Ford Foundation, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and the Open Society Foundations supporting movement-building and structural change.
Social Justice Grants by state
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Top funders for social justice
Foundations and grantmakers active in civil rights, social action & advocacy — explore each funder's giving history, typical grant sizes, and what they fund.
- Believe in People Inc WICHITA, KS $200.1M given/yr
- Our American Future Foundation WASHINGTON, DC $92.0M given/yr
- League of Conservation Voters Inc WASHINGTON, DC $81.4M given/yr
- Restoration of America PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL $55.2M given/yr
- Illinois Coalition for Immigrant CHICAGO, IL $35.7M given/yr
- Democracy Matters Foundation WASHINGTON, DC $33.6M given/yr
- Texas Casa Inc AUSTIN, TX $32.6M given/yr
- Equal Justice Initiative MONTGOMERY, AL $30.0M given/yr
- American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc NEW YORK, NY $28.4M given/yr
- Christian Advocates Serving BRENTWOOD, TN $26.8M given/yr
- Forward Action Fund CONCORD, NH $25.7M given/yr
- Nextgen Education Fund SAN FRANCISCO, CA $22.3M given/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for social justice work?
Social justice grants support community organizing, policy advocacy, leadership development, litigation, and programs that address the root causes of inequity. Funders increasingly offer flexible general-operating and multi-year support, and many prioritize organizations led by people from the communities most affected by injustice.
Who funds social justice nonprofits?
Private foundations lead social justice funding, including the Ford Foundation's equity-focused grantmaking, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation's work on racial equity, and the Open Society Foundations' support for justice and democracy. Donor collaboratives, community foundations, and progressive funding intermediaries also direct significant resources to this field.
How do social justice organizations find the right funders?
Start by identifying foundations whose stated priorities match your issue area and approach, since social justice funders often focus on specific causes, populations, or strategies. Reviewing funders' published grant lists, building relationships before applying, and clearly articulating both your theory of change and community accountability all strengthen your chances.
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