Social Justice Grants

Last updated October 19, 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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James W. Carey Urban Communication Grant Urban Communication Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The James W. Carey Urban Communication Grant, awarded by the Urban Communication Foundation, supports innovative research on urban communication's impact in societies.	Not published	$3K
Glynn D. Key Associate Attorney Fellowship Southern Environmental Law Center · Foundation Not published · Varies Entry-level position for law graduates and practicing attorneys with strong interest in or demonstrated commitment to advancing environmental justice.	Not published	Varies
Lynn Heimsoth Memorial Scholarship Whatcom Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Social Impact Artist Award - Individual Artist Grant Bonfils-Stanton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Bonfils-Stanton Foundation and Denver Arts & Venues are proud to launch the Social Impact Artist Award.	Not published	Up to $50K
Micro-Investment Grants United Way of Dane County Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K Developed nine years ago from community feedback, the Micro-Investments process creates an opportunity for grassroots organizations working to decrease racial disparities to apply for funding outside of United Way's regular investment…	Not published	$5K – $25K
Untold Stories Grant Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Untold Stories Grant, presented by the Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation, aims to amplify the voices of historically underrepresented individuals in Coles County.	Not published	$5K
United Thank Offering Grant The Episcopal Church and Visual Arts Inc. · Foundation Not published · $1K – $55K The United Thank Offering Grant focuses on fostering justice and bridging divides during the 2026-2029 triennium.	Not published	$1K – $55K
Rachel Corrie Memorial Scholarship Rachel Corrie Foundation for Peace and Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Seeding Advocacy Seeding Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies Seeding Justice's policy and advocacy-focused grantmaking program designed to support organizations doing policy and advocacy work as part of movement building.	Not published	Varies
White Rose Foundation Community Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The White Rose Foundation is the fiscal sponsor for the Denver (CO) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, a volunteer-powered organization of Black women who have served Denver’s Black community for over 70 years.	Not published	Varies
ACF: Social Justice Grants The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Those interested in applying are strongly encouraged to call ACF staff prior to submitting an online application._ The Social Justice Fund supports organizations and projects that seek to eradicate systemic discrimination, increase…	Not published	Varies
AMSA Racism in Medicine Scholars Program Pisacano Leadership Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $3.5M The Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions, led by California's Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development, aims to foster economic justice for communities adversely affected by cannabis prohibition.	Not published	Up to $3.5M
The Sustain Fund Grant Global Fund for Women Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Sustain Fund Grant aims to empower Black feminist movements by providing core, long-term, and flexible funding.	Not published	$100K
Smith Richardson Foundation: Domestic Public Policy Grant Smith Richardson Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Smith Richardson Foundation's Domestic Public Policy Grant supports initiatives that help address critical challenges in the U.S. It funds research and evaluations of public policies while promoting innovative solutions to enhance…	Not published	Varies
Legacy/Corrective Action Grants (Kean Legacy Grants) 1772 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants made to support partners doing direct work in geographic and topical areas to address systemic racial injustices linked to the foundation's historical connections to slavery through the Livingston and Kean families.	Not published	Varies
Arts in Society Colorado Artist Grant Redline · Foundation Not published · Varies RedLine staff provides information sessions, guidance, and support throughout the application process. Applicants are encouraged to attend early information sessions and ask questions during development.	Not published	Varies
American Electric Power Foundation Grants American Electric Power Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Electric Power Foundation provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on educational improvement, particularly in STEM fields, and basic human services such as hunger and housing.	Not published	Varies
Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation: General Operating Support 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
Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation Grant The Barbara McDowell and Gerald S Hartman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation Grant supports social justice litigation in the U.S. by providing funding to organizations involved in systemic legal cases.	Not published	Varies
United for Good Fund United Way of the Wine Country · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of the Wine Country awards annual grants through the United for Good Fund for projects, programs, organizations, and coalitions that further the goal of fostering prosperous, resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities.	Not published	Varies
DSW Grants Program Decriminalize Sex Work · Foundation Rolling · Up to $15K Decriminalize Sex Work runs a grants program to support, with grants of up to $15,000, work that will measurably contribute to the decriminalization of prostitution at local, state and/or federal level in the United States.	Rolling	Up to $15K
Jonathan W. Cuneo COSAL/Justice Catalyst Antitrust Fellowship Justice Catalyst Partnerships · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Giving Project Crossroads Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An innovative participatory grantmaking and fundraising program that democratizes philanthropy.	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 19, 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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