Social Justice Grants

Last updated October 20, 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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Elevating Migrant Leadership: Building Inclusive Futures Funding Opportunity World Education Services Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This initiative will not be offered in 2025._ Elevating Migrant Leadership: Building Inclusive Futures The Elevating Migrant Leadership initiative was designed to support immigrant and refugee-led organizations in the U.S. that are…	Not published	Varies
Brave Actions for a Better World Grant Only the Brave Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to €200,000 The Brave Actions for a Better World Grant by the OTB Foundation aims to fund innovative projects that empower women, youth, and children.	Not published	Up to €200,000
Trans Justice Funding Project Grants Trans Justice Funding Project · Foundation Not published · Varies The Trans Justice Funding Project (TJFP) provides grants to grassroots trans-led organizations in the U.S. and territories, focusing on those with budgets under $250,000.	Not published	Varies
Responsive, Accountable Local Government in Philadelphia RFP Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation's Responsive, Accountable Local Government RFP aims to enhance civic engagement in Philadelphia by fostering a local government that is more responsive to residents' needs.	Not published	Varies
Saw Island Foundation: Social Change, Faith-Based and Special Grants Saw Island Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saw Island Foundation provides Social Change, Faith-Based, and Special Grants to nonprofit organizations focused on community betterment. They support initiatives that enhance economic security and promote Christian education.	Not published	Varies
Stanley 1913 Creators Fund Grant PMI WW Brands, LLC · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Stanley 1913 Creators Fund provides grants up to $50,000 USD to innovators addressing humanity, sustainability, and community needs.	Not published	Up to $50K
AJ Muste Foundation Organizing Grants Aj Muste Foundation for Peace and Justice Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funds grassroots activist projects advancing human rights, equality and dismantling social, economic and political oppression — prioritizing groups with small budgets and little access to mainstream funding.	Not published	Varies
Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) Grant Seattle Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) Grant, managed by the Seattle Foundation, empowers grassroots organizations in South Seattle, White Center, and Kent to enhance community engagement and influence.	Not published	Up to $8K
Queer Texas Crisis Fund (QTCF) EQTX Equality Texas dba Equality Texas · Foundation Not published · $100K	Not published	$100K
Central WA BIPOC Communities Grant Endowment for Equal Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies A targeted grant program supporting legal aid organizations serving Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities in Central Washington.	Not published	Varies
Peace & Recovery Initiative Call for Proposal Grant Innovations for Poverty Action a Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Peace & Recovery Initiative Call for Proposals, backed by Innovations for Poverty Action, invites research teams to explore and evaluate projects addressing social and political violence and humanitarian emergencies.	Not published	Up to $500K
Champions Live Here - Super Bowl LVI Legacy Grant Program Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K A $2 million grant initiative supporting 56 local nonprofit organizations that often go unrecognized for their community work.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity Grant Aurora Humanitarian Initiative Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1M The Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity honors individuals who take extraordinary risks to save others in times of crisis.	Not published	$1M
Marilyn and Morton Werner Egality Scholarship Fund Grant The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marilyn and Morton Werner Egality Scholarship Fund honors the legacy of its namesakes by supporting students committed to civic engagement and systemic change.	Not published	Varies
Woods Fund of Chicago Grant: New Applicants Woods Fund of Chicago · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Woods Fund of Chicago Grant supports organizations addressing structural racism and economic injustice through community organizing and policy advocacy. It prioritizes BIPOC-led groups working with marginalized communities.	Not published	Up to $35K
The Fund for Gender Equality Grant Community Foundations of Canada · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Fund for Gender Equality is a pivotal initiative by Community Foundations of Canada and the Equality Fund, aiming to foster gender equality across Canada.	Not published	Up to $40K
Targeted Activist Youth Development Grants Rosenberg Fund for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Sylvania Franciscan Foundation Fund Solar Toledo Neighborhood Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K	Not published	$5K – $50K
Transforming Safety Initiative Community Grants Program Pikes Peak Real Estate Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2017 through House Bill 17-1326, the Transforming Safety Initiative represents a new approach to public safety that invests in strategies strengthening communities to prevent crime.	Not published	Varies
HFPG: Community Organizing Grants Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $5K – $60K The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving offers Community Organizing Grants aimed at nonprofits and community groups led by people of color.	Not published	$5K – $60K
Firedoll Foundation: Middle East Peace Grants Firedoll Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Firedoll Foundation offers Middle East Peace Grants aimed at fostering humanitarian assistance, economic development, and civil society support in the West Bank and Gaza.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Paul E. Sluby, Sr., Historic Burial Grounds Preservation Program Grant RFA District of Columbia Office of Planning · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Paul E. Sluby, Sr. Historic Burial Grounds Preservation Program Grant RFA aims to protect and restore historic burial grounds in Washington, DC, particularly those significant to African American history, established before 1955.	Not published	Up to $250K
Community Power Grant Inatai Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies One of Inatai Foundation's primary funding streams supporting community power building work across Washington State	Not published	Varies
Fox Family Kalb Foundation Grants Fox Family Kalb Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Fox Family Kalb Foundation Grants empower innovative nonprofits to enhance social change, focusing on Economic Mobility, Educational Equity, Social Justice Advocacy, and Health & Wellness Support.	Not published	Up to $25K

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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 20, 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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