PISACANO LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
AMSA Racism in Medicine Scholars Program Funder: Pisacano Leadership Foundation Inc (KY, US) Focus Area: Education addressing racism in medicine Type: Student scholarship opportunity
Social Justice Grants
Social Justice Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
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THE AMY ADINA SCHULMAN MEMORIAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund Grants Overview: The Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund is a Princeton, New Jersey-based endowment fund providing grants to individuals and young adults who volunteer…
ARMENIAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
ANCA Leo Sarkisian Internship Program Funder: Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) Program Type: Summer internship for university students and recent graduates Award Amount: Not specified…
US $200,000
CARNEGIE CORPORATION OF NEW YORK · Rolling / Open Foundation
Andrew Carnegie Fellows Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carnegie Corporation of New York Amount: US $200,000 Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The Andrew Carnegie Fellows Program,…
Varies
High Point Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Annual Grants Program Geographic Scope: High Point, North Carolina Description: The High Point Community Foundation administers an annual grants program to support nonprofits and community…
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SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Anti-Impunity Fund (AIF) Geographic Scope: Central America (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and northern Central America) Focus Areas: - Fighting impunity in Central America - Support for civil…
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MICHIGAN STUDENT ASSEMBLY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Anti-Racism Funding Funder: Michigan Student Assembly of the University of Michigan Geographic Scope: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Status: Currently closed as of August 19, 2022 (form closed…
$1,000,000
BETTER HEALTH TOGETHER · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Anti-Racism RFP Funder: Better Health Together (BHT) Status: RFP posted July 31, 2020 Geographic Scope: Washington State (Spokane region) Amount: $1,000,000 from Community Resiliency Fund Background:…
Up to US $100,000
THE AMERICAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY · Rolling / Open Foundation
AOTF Intervention Research Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The American Occupational Therapy Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: September 20, 2025 Summary The American…
Up to US $20,000
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
APF: Visionary Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The APF Visionary Grant supports innovative research…
ARCHIE D AND BERTHA H WALKER · Rolling / Open Foundation
Archie D & Bertha H Walker Foundation: Annual Grant Giving Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Archie D & Bertha H Walker Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The…
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LAURA AND JOHN ARNOLD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Building Evidence - Support for QEDs to Evaluate Social Programs and Policies Arnold Ventures (AV) is a philanthropy dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through evidence based…
Up to US $2,500
LEEWAY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Art and Change Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Leeway Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The Art and Change Grant offers up to $2,500 to women, trans, and gender…
$100,000 - $7,500,000
ROCKEFELLER PHILANTHROPY ADVISORS INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Art for Justice Fund Overview: An innovative fund launched in 2017 that uses proceeds from artwork sales to address mass incarceration and criminal justice reform in the United States. Background:…
ARTHUR N RUPE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Arthur N. Rupe Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arthur N Rupe Foundation Last Updated: November 01, 2024 Summary The Arthur N. Rupe Foundation Grant focuses on promoting positive social change…
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GLOBAL FUND FOR WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Artist Changemaker Program Funder: Global Fund for Women Inc Geographic Scope: Global Focus Areas: Gender justice, social movements, feminist art and activism Program Description The Artist…
THE ANDREW W MELLON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: We fund ambitious, visionary work at the intersection of the arts and humanities and social justice. If your organization has a project that aligns with one of our grantmaking areas,…
US $50,000 - US $100,000
San Francisco Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation
Arts Impact Endowment (AIE) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Francisco Arts Commission Amount: US $50,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Arts Impact Endowment (AIE) by the…
US $10,000
New Mexico Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation
Arts in Social Service Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Mexico Arts Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Arts in Social Service Grants from New Mexico Arts supports…
Redline · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Arts in Society Colorado Artist Grant Administrator: RedLine Contemporary Art Center Funder: Funded through a cohort of Colorado foundations and government agencies Geographic Scope: Colorado…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of social justice grants are available?
- Social Justice Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for social justice grants?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for social justice grants?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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