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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15 For 15 Program 15 and the Mahomies Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation's signature program supports 15 youth charitable initiatives across the Greater Kansas City area.	Not published	Varies
Justice William E. McAnulty Jr. Trailblazer Award Louisville Bar Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual honor recognizing individuals who have made a lasting impact on racial and ethnic diversity in the legal profession.	Not published	Varies
Kampe Foundation General Grants Kampe Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Grant submissions by invitation only until further notice._ The Kampe Foundation is a private foundation that provides programs and funding to nonprofit organizations in the fields of community development, social justice, and…	Not published	Varies
Artist Changemaker Program Global Fund for Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Artist Changemaker Program supports artists and creative practitioners whose work advances gender justice, challenges systemic inequalities, and amplifies marginalized voices through various art forms including visual art, photography…	Not published	Varies
Paulina and Stephen Cepreghy Foundation Grant Cepreghy Fdn · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Paulina and Stephen Cepreghy Foundation, established in 1999, focuses on funding organizations that support environmental, cultural, educational, and religious initiatives promoting social justice.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Core Research Grants - Behavioral Science and Decision Making in Context Russell Sage Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Russell Sage Foundation's Core Research Grants support innovative research in Behavioral Science and Decision Making.	Not published	Varies
Global Good Fund Fellowship Grant Global Good Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K The Global Good Fund Fellowship is a transformative 12-month hybrid program designed for social entrepreneurs globally. It offers professional coaching, C-suite mentorship, and a $10,000 grant dedicated to leadership development.	Not published	$10K
Native Voices Rising Grants Common Counsel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Native Voices Rising (NVR) offers grants to empower Native-led grassroots organizations in the U.S. With over $16 million awarded since inception, NVR focuses on enhancing lives through collective action and advocacy.	Not published	Varies
Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge Grant Social Shifters · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge empowers young people aged 18-30 worldwide to tackle critical social and environmental issues.	Not published	Up to $15K
California Community Reinvestment Grants Program California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $600K – $3M The California Community Reinvestment Grants Program aims to support communities disproportionately affected by past drug policies.	Not published	$600K – $3M
Grinnell College Social Innovator in Residence Grant The Trustees of Grinnell College · Foundation Not published · $50K The Grinnell College Social Innovator in Residence Grant offers a unique opportunity for social innovators to engage in a transformative five- to seven-week residency at Grinnell College.	Not published	$50K
Community Solutions Grants March Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K A multi-year funding initiative supporting nonprofits executing ground-level, community-driven strategies to tackle systemic issues and empower communities. First round awarded $450,000 across five organizations in May 2025.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Greenville Youth Advisory Council (GYAC) Grant Cycle Greenville Area Community Fnd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greenville Youth Advisory Council (GYAC) Grant Cycle, supported by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, empowers local youth through philanthropy, having established an endowment exceeding $1 million.	Not published	Varies
Sapelo Foundation Grants: Social Justice The Sapelo Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sapelo Foundation Grants focus on enhancing social justice in Georgia, particularly for marginalized communities. Their mission includes fostering civic power and environmental protection through effective policies and practices.	Not published	Varies
Social Innovation Investments Cedar Valley United Way · Foundation Rolling · Varies Cedar Valley United Way reserves special allocation of funds for breaking the cycle of systemic poverty through innovative research and community action.	Rolling	Varies
Regional Assistance Program II (RAP II) International Research & Exchanges · Foundation Rolling · Varies RAP II strengthens civil society organizations and supports civil society actors working toward social and political reform in the Middle East and North Africa.	Rolling	Varies
Leadership Institute Center for American Progress Action Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies All chosen participants must be able to attend all Leadership Institute sessions.	Not published	Varies
Mama Cash Grant- Resilience Fund Grant Mama Cash · Foundation Not published · €5,000 - €50,000 The Mama Cash Resilience Fund is dedicated to empowering feminist movements globally by providing long-term, flexible funding to groups led by women, girls, and trans and intersex individuals.	Not published	€5,000 - €50,000
Mary Bowman Arts in Activism Award National AIDS Memorial Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K To honor the legacy of Mary Bowman and support other accomplished young and emerging art activists ("artivists"), the National AIDS Memorial has partnered with ViiV Healthcare to create the Mary Bowman Arts in Activism Award.	Not published	$5K
Westly Prize Grant Westly Foundation · Foundation Not published · $40K The Westly Prize, awarded by the Westly Foundation, supports young social innovators in California with innovative solutions to community challenges.	Not published	$40K
PCC: Infrastructure Grants Pop Culture Collaborative · Foundation Not published · $20K – $200K The Pop Culture Collaborative offers Major Grants to support initiatives that promote long-term narrative change and social justice through pop culture.	Not published	$20K – $200K
Paul M. Angell Family Foundation: Social Impact Grant Paul M Angell Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Paul M. Angell Family Foundation offers Social Impact Grants to support initiatives that promote equity and justice for low-income ALAANA communities.	Not published	Varies
AOTF Intervention Research Grant Program The American Occupational Therapy Founda Tion Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The American Occupational Therapy Foundation's AOTF Intervention Research Grant Program supports innovative research in occupational therapy, providing up to $100,000 for projects that address health inequities and social justice.	Not published	Up to $100K
Catalyze Fund Grant Pillars Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTES: Please note that due to our grantmaking capacity, Catalyze Fund's acceptance rate currently stands at 1-2 new organizations per cycle.	Not published	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 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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