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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Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant Opportunity - Learning Grant Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant Opportunity focuses on power-building and advocacy in Western Massachusetts. It aims to support community-based organizations that address systemic inequities faced by marginalized communities.	Not published	Up to $15K
Transforming Safety Initiative Community Grants Program Pikes Peak Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Mini-Grant Serve Indiana · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Mini-Grant aims to empower Indiana organizations to lead impactful service projects honoring Dr. King's legacy.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Virginia Natural Gas Charitable Giving: Community Enrichment and Social Justice Grant Virginia Natural Gas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia Natural Gas Charitable Giving program supports community enrichment and social justice initiatives within its service areas.	Not published	Varies
CommonSpirit Health Equity & Advancement Fund Grant Commonspirit Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The CommonSpirit Health Equity & Advancement Fund aims to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations in Colorado, Kansas, and Utah.	Not published	Varies
Giving Project Grant Headwaters Foundation for Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
State Bar of New Mexico Access to Justice Fund Grant State Bar of New Mexico · Foundation Not published · Varies The State Bar of New Mexico Access to Justice Fund Grant offers support to nonprofit organizations providing civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans.	Not published	Varies
All In For Central Valley Democracy Fund James B McClatchy Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $500K – $2M	Rolling	$500K – $2M
ACLS Leading Edge Fellowships Grant American Council of Learned Societies · Foundation Not published · $142K The ACLS Leading Edge Fellowships provide recent humanities PhDs with the opportunity to work with nonprofit organizations focused on social justice.	Not published	$142K
African American Giving Initiative Grants Rochester Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: A call for proposals is expected in late December 2024 or early January 2025_ African American Giving Initiative-Who We Are Established in 2011, this initiative is focused on creating an endowment fund with broad community support…	Not published	Varies
Issues Affecting Women Grant Programme The Oak Foundation USA · Foundation Not published · $25K The Issues Affecting Women Grant Programme aims to empower women and girls by supporting movements led by women that address violence and discrimination.	Not published	$25K
Policy and Advocacy Ecosystem Grant Program Rose Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Rose Community Foundation has multiple open RFPs every year, and we encourage organizations that think they could be a fit for more than one opportunity to speak with a member of our grantmaking team before beginning their…	Not published	Varies
Alexandra Smith Fund-In Support of Native American Treaty Rights Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alexandra Smith Fund In Support of Native American Treaty Rights supports programs that create understanding, appreciation and promotion of the treaty rights of Native American/Indigenous people.	Not published	Varies
AMS Peace & Social Justice Seed Grants The American Montessori Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual grants awarded by the AMS Peace & Social Justice Committee to help fund projects that promote peace and social justice education.	Not published	Varies
Weaver Foundation Grants Weaver Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Weaver Foundation Grants support agencies in the Greater Greensboro area, focusing on education, youth programs, environmental protection, poverty alleviation, equity, social justice, urban open spaces, and economic development.	Not published	Varies
Attica Prison Visit Program Rosenberg Fund for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K	Not published	Up to $2K
Dr. Morton Goldberg Lecture Fund Toledo Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Ripple of Hope Award Robert F Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ripple of Hope Award celebrates leaders in the international business, entertainment, and activist communities who have demonstrated a commitment to social change and reflect Senator Robert F. Kennedy's passion for equality, justice…	Not published	Varies
The Story of Stuff: Grassroots Grants The Story of Stuff Project · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We’re updating our grantmaking process at this time and are not currently accepting applications.	Not published	Varies
Four Freedoms Awards The Roosevelt Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The awards are modeled after FDR's historic 1941 speech to Congress and recognize leaders across five categories: The Four Freedoms Awards recognize and honor individuals who exemplify the vision articulated by President Franklin D.…	Not published	Varies
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Fund Grant Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Fund Grant, provided by the Maine Community Foundation, supports organizations led by and serving Black, Indigenous, and other people of color.	Not published	Up to $10K
Minnesota Racial Equity Fund Grant HB Fuller Company Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Minnesota Racial Equity Fund Grant aims to foster lasting change by supporting organizations in the Twin Cities that address historic systemic racism affecting communities of color.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Wolf Kahn Foundation Grant Wolf Kahn Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Wolf Kahn Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on visual arts, enhancing education and artist careers through exhibitions and residencies.	Not published	$5K – $15K
New Suns Fellowship Minnesota Black Collective Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The New Suns Fellowship supports the genius of Black-led change by investing in organizers and leaders engaged in community-centered civic action.	Not published	$10K

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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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