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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Civic Engagement Grants The New World Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The New World Foundation supports efforts that protect voting rights, expand access, and strengthen democratic participation.	Not published	Varies
AXS Film Fund Grant AXS Lab · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The AXS Film Fund, backed by the Bertha Foundation, provides vital grants of up to $10,000 to independent documentary filmmakers and non-fiction creators with disabilities.	Not published	Up to $10K
Dunn Foundation Grant The Dunn Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dunn Foundation Grant supports initiatives focused on social justice, population stability, and environmental issues in West Virginia.	Not published	Varies
Charlottesville Area Community Foundation - Solidarity Program Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation's Solidarity Program provides movement-building support to groups advancing racial equity in the Charlottesville/Central Virginia region.	Not published	Varies
NCSS Grant for the Enhancement of Geographic Literacy National Council For The Social Studies · Foundation Not published · $3K The NCSS Grant for the Enhancement of Geographic Literacy aims to improve geography education in schools and enhance students' geographic literacy at various educational levels.	Not published	$3K
Canadian Hillman Prize Grant The Sidney Hillman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Canadian Hillman Prize, awarded by the Sidney Hillman Foundation, recognizes outstanding journalism that serves the common good.	Not published	Varies
Equal Justice Wyoming Foundation Grant Program Equal Justice Wyoming Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Equal Justice Wyoming Foundation Grant Program seeks proposals for the FY 2025-2026 grant cycle to provide civil legal services to low-income individuals in Wyoming.	Not published	Varies
Reva and David Logan Foundation Grant Reva and David Logan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reva and David Logan Foundation Grant supports social justice, journalism, and the arts, focusing on innovative projects that demonstrate originality, potential impact, feasibility, and engagement.	Not published	Varies
Denver Reparations Fund Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K The Denver Reparations Fund, managed by the Denver Black Reparations Council, offers annual grants ranging from $2,500 to $7,500 to Black-led and Black-serving 501(c)(3) non-profits in Colorado.	Not published	$3K – $8K
UMN Graduate School: Diversity of Views & Experience Fellowship (DOVE) Grant University of Minnesota · Foundation Not published · $25K The UMN Graduate School's Diversity of Views & Experience Fellowship (DOVE) aims to enhance research excellence by supporting academically outstanding graduate students promoting equity and social justice.	Not published	$25K
IOLTA Grants (Interest on Lawyers' Trust Accounts) Rhode Island Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $794K The Rhode Island Bar Foundation IOLTA program makes significant grants to organizations providing legal services and supporting the justice system in Rhode Island.	Not published	$10K – $794K
Transformational Capacity Building Inatai Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of the Targeted Support Funds, this grant stream supports organizations in building capacity and infrastructure to fulfill their aspirations for greater impact and meet community urgent needs	Not published	Varies
Nora Roberts Foundation Grant Nora Roberts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Nora Roberts Foundation, established in 2001 by best-selling author Nora Roberts, prioritizes literacy as a fundamental human right.	Not published	Up to $5K
Olive Tree Foundation Grant Program The Olive Tree Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Olive Tree Foundation Grant Program supports Canadian charities by awarding grants that address various community needs.	Not published	$5K
Modern Endangered Archives Program: Project Grants UCLA Library · Foundation Not published · Up to $70K The Modern Endangered Archives Program provides funding to document and digitize endangered archival materials from the 20th and 21st centuries.	Not published	Up to $70K
Social Justice Fund NW- Sponsorship Grant Social Justice Fund Northwest · Foundation Not published · $1K The Social Justice Fund NW offers sponsorships to grassroots organizations in ID, MT, OR, WA, and WY, encouraging innovative projects often overlooked by traditional funders.	Not published	$1K
Daily Grants / Seed Funding The Pollination Project Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 The Pollination Project provides one-time seed funding to grassroots changemakers at early stages of their work. The foundation exists to uplift individuals and organizations whose work helps build a kinder, more compassionate world.	Rolling	Up to $500
Collective Imagination for Spatial Justice Grant New England Foundation for the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Collective Imagination for Spatial Justice At New England Foundation for the Arts, we believe that public art has the power to shift public culture and change the future, for the better.	Not published	Varies
Volunteer Connect Hellenic Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Foundation for Louisiana (FFL) Solidarity Fund Grant Foundation for Louisiana · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with a recommendation to apply at least 60 days before the event._ Supported by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, this initiative is a testament to FFL's dedication to transforming the…	Not published	Varies
The Gordon Parks Foundation Fellowship in Art Meserve-Kunhardt Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K	Not published	$25K
Community Solutions Grants The Canale Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K This multi-year initiative funds nonprofits executing ground-level, community-driven strategies to tackle systemic issues and empower communities.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Racial Equity Fund of The County of Santa Barbara Grant Fund for Santa Barbara Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Racial Equity Fund of Santa Barbara supports initiatives that address racial injustice and promote equity. Born from grassroots activism, it allocates funds to strengthen organizations focused on anti-racism and systemic change.	Not published	Up to $100K
Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation: Policy, Advocacy, & Organizing 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

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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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