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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Community Impact Grant Level One: Engage - Community-Academic Partnership University of Wisconsin - Madison · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Community Impact Grant Level One: Engage supports community-academic partnerships aimed at addressing social determinants of health and advancing health equity in Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $250K
Sherwood Foundation: Program Grants & Capital Grants The Sherwood Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sherwood Foundation offers program and capital grants aimed at promoting equity through social justice initiatives in Nebraska.	Not published	Varies
Community Endowment Fund- Solidarity Program- Reshaping Futures Grants Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Community Endowment Fund's Solidarity Program offers Reshaping Futures Grants to support transformative racial equity initiatives in Charlottesville and surrounding counties.	Not published	Up to $500K
Philadelphia DAO Forfeiture Fund- Housing, Food Security, Anti-Poverty and Racial Justice Grant The Philadelphia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Philadelphia DAO Forfeiture Fund aims to utilize forfeited funds to support community organizations addressing food insecurity, housing instability, and anti-crime initiatives.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Legal Empowerment Leadership Course Namati Inc · Foundation Not published · EUR 2,000 A comprehensive course to cultivate a global cadre of leaders committed to legal empowerment with shared understanding of field history, methodology, and evidence.	Not published	EUR 2,000
Peer Coaching Program Progressive Leadership Initiative Education Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A six-session, circular, deep leadership development program bringing together diverse leaders.	Not published	Varies
Needmor Core Grants Needmor Fund for Social Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies The Needmor Fund for Social Justice aims to promote social justice by supporting community organizing efforts in the Midwest.	Not published	Varies
Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership Award Artsbuild · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ruth Holmberg Arts Leadership Award honors individuals who have made significant contributions to Chattanooga's arts and cultural community.	Not published	Varies
Beloved Community Grant Weitz Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Beloved Community Grant, established by the Weitz Family Foundation, supports nonprofits in Omaha dedicated to fostering a just and equitable community.	Not published	Up to $20K
International Trans Fund Grants The Astraea Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The International Trans Fund (ITF) is a participatory grantmaking fund dedicated to supporting trans-led organizations globally. Its mission is to mobilize resources and address funding disparities affecting trans communities.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Hall Family Foundation Grant Hall Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hall Family Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Kansas City by funding initiatives that elevate community spirit, promote equity, and create strong educational foundations.	Not published	Varies
West Central Initiative Grant (formerly Resilient Communities Grants) West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The West Central Initiative Grant supports sustainability, equity, and civic engagement projects in a resilient region. Grants range from $3,000 to $25,000, with most awards between $3,000 and $10,000.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Racial Equity & Women’s Intercultural Ministries Grants and Scholarships Presbyterian Mission Agency · Foundation Not published · $100 – $5K The Racial Equity & Women’s Intercultural Ministries Grants and Scholarships, supported by the Presbyterian Mission Agency, aim to empower leaders, congregations, and organizations that promote racial equity and women's rights.	Not published	$100 – $5K
CFGM: Racial Justice Grant Community Foundation Of Greater Muscatine · Foundation Not published · $10K The CFGM: Racial Justice Grant supports organizations in Muscatine and Louisa Counties aiming to advance racial justice, equity, and inclusion.	Not published	$10K
Funds+® Public Wise Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Public Wise offers unrestricted, operational grants for organizations working on voting rights and democracy.	Not published	Varies
Excellence in Equity Grants The Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K MFEE awards grants to support social justice and equity initiatives in Montclair Public Schools. These competitive grants support schools working to advance racial literacy, anti-racist education, and social justice curriculum design.	Not published	$10K
African Peacebuilding Network (APN) Fellowships Social Science Research Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The African Peacebuilding Network individual and working group fellowships support the local innovation of new knowledge with the potential to illuminate and support peacebuilding initiatives on and around the African continent.	Not published	Varies
LFW: Accelerator Grants Legal Foundation of Washington · Foundation Not published · $20K – $100K The Legal Foundation of Washington offers Accelerator Grants to support innovative civil justice initiatives.	Not published	$20K – $100K
Crossroads Fund: Seed Fund Grant Crossroads Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Crossroads Fund: Seed Fund Grant supports organizations and groups in the Chicago Metropolitan area that promote social change. It focuses on collaborative, risk-taking, and strategic efforts that yield concrete community benefits.	Not published	Up to $15K
Davis Projects for Peace The College Foundation of the University of Virginia · Foundation Not published · $10K A grassroots international development grant program administered by the Davis United World College Scholars Program. The program invites undergraduates to design and implement peace-building projects during summer break.	Not published	$10K
Nina Baldwin Fisher Foundation Grant Program Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The Nina Baldwin Fisher Foundation Grant Program supports initiatives that promote justice, equity, and well-being within the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania region.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Dream Beyond Bars Leadership Institute Communities United for Restorative Youth · Foundation Not published · Varies A condensed organizing program that equips participants with the knowledge and skills to be leaders in the Dream Beyond Bars campaign for Alameda County to invest in alternatives to youth incarceration.	Not published	Varies
IH: Envisioning Justice Grants for Organizations Illinois Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Envisioning Justice Grants by Illinois Humanities support nonprofits using arts and humanities to foster justice and community engagement.	Not published	Up to $10K
Community Shopping Days Grant Community Food Co-op · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Shopping Days Grant supports local nonprofits and organizations in Bellingham and Whatcom County by providing 2% of combined sales from Co-op locations on designated shopping days.	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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