Social Justice Grants

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,028 active social justice grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 29 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 489 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 1,028; from 703 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $7,500–$75K
Total listed funding: $76.6M; across 489 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 30; 61 with a published date

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Museums for America, Community Anchors and Catalysts Grant San Diego Museum of Man DBA Museum of US · Foundation Not published · $250K Grant funding decolonization initiatives and community-driven projects that address cultural colonialism, honor community priorities, and develop community-led exhibits and educational programming.	Not published	$250K
Urgent Response Grants Haymarket People's Fund Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K All grantees must complete a follow-up report summarizing:	Rolling	Up to $5K
Cordes Fellowship Cordes Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SIOP Humanitarian Award Grant Society for Industrial · Foundation Not published · $2K The SIOP Humanitarian Award recognizes outstanding humanitarian contributions related to Industrial/Organizational Psychology.	Not published	$2K
Training Mini-Grant Program The McCune Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The McCune Foundation's Training Mini-Grants support grassroots organizations in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties that empower marginalized populations to effect systemic change.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Fund for Change Grants The Fund for Change Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Fund for Change Grants support organizations advocating for social change, focusing on underserved communities.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Adolf Busch Award Grant Adolf Busch Award · Foundation Not published · $10K The Adolf Busch Award honors organizations that leverage music for social change, addressing issues of injustice and inequity.	Not published	$10K
LGBTQ+ Equality Fund PlusOnePlusOnePlusOne · Foundation Not published · Varies PLUS1's LGBTQ+ Equality Fund supports grassroots organizations defending and advancing equal rights for members of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as those providing inclusive care and community.	Not published	Varies
Rapid Response Program Fund Grant Elmina B Sewall Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Rapid Response Program Fund, managed by the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation, addresses urgent needs of organizations in Maine. It supports community-based initiatives focused on equity, particularly for marginalized groups.	Not published	Up to $10K
Union Benevolent Association: Spring Direct Service Grant Union Benevolent Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Union Benevolent Association is offering the Spring Direct Service Grant aimed at nonprofits serving Southwest Philadelphia.	Not published	Up to $20K
Systems Change Granting Program Vancouver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $18.8M	Not published	$18.8M
Volunteer and Civic Engagement Mini-Grants Volunteer Mississippi · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Volunteer and Civic Engagement Mini-Grants program, managed by Volunteer Mississippi, aims to support diverse projects promoting community service.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Independent Journalism Fund (IJF) Seattle International Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Laura Penny Community Impact Award The Womens Foundation for the State of Arizona · Foundation Not published · $1K Named after former WFSA CEO Laura Penny, this award recognizes women making positive changes in the lives of women and girls. The award honors women leaders in community organizing and advocacy.	Not published	$1K
Marvin and Joyce Benjamin Fund Grant Central Kentucky Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marvin and Joyce Benjamin Fund, established by a Jewish-Catholic couple from Elizabethtown, empowers local nonprofits to foster kindness and inclusivity.	Not published	Varies
JRCT: Sustainable Future Grant Program Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The JRCT Sustainable Future Grant Program aims to support innovative projects addressing climate change and social injustice.	Not published	Varies
Disability Inclusion Fund Grant Borealis Philanthropy · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Disability Inclusion Fund Grant, managed by Borealis Philanthropy, aims to support organizations advocating for disability inclusion, rights, and justice.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Mccune Foundation: Training Mini-Grants The McCune Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation supports grassroots groups with a strong community base that are addressing critical issues in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties through community organizing strategies.	Not published	Varies
Women of Vision Fund Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia · Foundation Not published · Varies Women of Vision, Philadelphia's Jewish Women's Foundation, impacts the lives of self-identifying Jewish women and girls across generations and geographic boundaries through strategic grantmaking, advocacy and educational programs leading…	Not published	Varies
Ginny Looney Servant Leader Award Southern Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2018 by the Southern Education Foundation in honor of Ginny Looney, a long-time Atlanta-based attorney.	Not published	Varies
Central America Grant Program Rockefeller Brothers Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Staff members actively identify organizations that are well-positioned to meet programmatic goals.	Not published	Varies
Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation: Changing the Narrative The Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: When you first set up an account, you’ll be asked to share a brief summary of your idea. Proposed ideas must have a direct impact within the state of Arkansas and align with AR Equity 2025.	Not published	Varies
Trust in Practice Awards Grant The Aspen Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $1M Alliance for Social Trust: Trust in Practice Awards Trust is the foundation of vibrant, resilient communities and healthy civic life.	Not published	$100K – $1M
SAR Placement Fellowship Program Scholars at Risk Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies SAR provides at-risk scholars with short-term, temporary academic positions at SAR member institutions where scholars can resume their research and/or teaching in safety.	Rolling	Varies

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do social justice grants award?

Of the 1,028 social justice grants Grantable lists as of October 19, 2026, 489 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $7,500 and $75K. The largest is $10.0M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most social justice grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Crossroads Fund Inc (14), Bread and Roses Community Fund (11), Headwaters Foundation for Justice (11), Social Justice Fund Northwest (11), and Inatai Foundation (9). In all, 703 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are social justice grants due?

Of 1,028 grants listed, 30 accept applications on a rolling basis, 61 have a published upcoming deadline, 229 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 708 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 51% fall in October–December.

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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