Social Justice Grants

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,028 active social justice grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal and 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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Legislative Advocacy Award Food Bank Association of New York State · Foundation Not published · $50K Conduct legislative advocacy activities related to Farm Bill and CNR policy priorities.	Not published	$50K
Competitive Community Grant- Civic & Economic Opportunities- Spring Cycle Santa Fe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K Community members are aware of, engaged, and involved in issues that affect them.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Supporting Democratic Participation in Austria Action For Democracy · Foundation Not published · Up to USD 50,000	Not published	Up to USD 50,000
New York Bar Foundation Grant Program The New York Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The New York Bar Foundation Grant Program aims to enhance access to justice and support essential civil legal services in New York.	Not published	Varies
The Honorable Phyllis W. Beck Public Interest Law Fellowships Grant Independence Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $67K The Honorable Phyllis W. Beck Public Interest Law Fellowships, established in 1996 and named after a prominent legal figure, supports law school graduates in securing positions with local organizations that provide free legal services to…	Not published	Up to $67K
Earlham Peace Prize Earlham College Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Funded by Earlham College's President's Discretionary Fund to support student-led peace and social justice initiatives.	Not published	$10K
Religion, Spirituality, and Democratic Renewal Research Grants Social Science Research Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Religion, Spirituality, and Democratic Renewal program provides research grants to Ph.D. students and early career researchers to enable explorations of the relationships between democracy and religion.	Not published	Varies
Michigan Justice Fund Rapid Response Grant Program Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Michigan Justice Fund Rapid Response Grant Program aims to support Michigan-based advocacy and service organizations with urgent funding needs.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Archie D & Bertha H Walker Foundation: Annual Grant Giving Program Archie D and Bertha H Walker · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Archie D & Bertha H Walker Foundation supports nonprofits addressing systemic racism and promoting arts.	Not published	Up to $5K
CRSJ Racial Justice in Education Grant National Education Association Staff Organization · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The CRSJ Racial Justice in Education Grant, administered by the National Education Association, aims to enhance racial equity within education by funding initiatives that promote awareness, leadership development, and solidarity among…	Not published	$5K – $75K
Youth Making Change Grants Fund for Santa Barbara Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Youth Making Change Grants program, offered by The Fund for Santa Barbara, empowers youth aged 12-24 to lead projects that address social issues in Santa Barbara County.	Not published	Up to $3K
Presbyterian Committee on the Self–Development of People Grant Program Synod of the Mid-Atlantic · Foundation Not published · Varies The Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People Grant Program supports projects led by economically disadvantaged communities to combat poverty and injustice.	Not published	Varies
International Human Rights Grant Program The Jacob and Hilda Blaustein · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Foundation, established in 1957, promotes social justice and human rights through various initiatives, including education, the arts, health services, and support for international human rights.	Not published	Varies
Equity and Social Justice Grants: End Mass Incarceration The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K The Pittsburgh Foundation's Equity and Social Justice Grants aim to combat mass incarceration by prioritizing community-led solutions.	Not published	$10K – $75K
Western Balkans Program Grant Rockefeller Brothers Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Western Balkans Program, supported by The Rockefeller Brothers Fund, aims to advance democracy and peace in a region undergoing transformation.	Not published	Varies
2022 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund-Italy U.S. Mission to Italy · Federal Forecast · Varies AEIF 2022 should submit proposals to italyalumni@state.gov by January 30, 2022.	Forecast	Varies
Technical Assistance Fund Grant Crossroads Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Crossroads Fund supports organizations and groups promoting social change in the greater Chicago Metropolitan area (including Northwest Indiana).	Not published	Varies
Leeway x NextFab Art & Technology Residency Grant Leeway Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Leeway x NextFab Art & Technology Residency supports women and trans artists by providing a unique opportunity to create art for social change.	Not published	Up to $3K
Division 56 CHANGE Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Division 56 CHANGE Grant, provided by the American Psychological Foundation, offers funding of up to $1,866 for graduate students and early-career psychologists.	Not published	$2K
HPF: Urgent Action Grants The People's Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Hawai'i People’s Fund offers Urgent Action Grants aimed at supporting organizations that provide immediate relief to communities impacted by crises, particularly the recent wildfires on Maui Island.	Not published	Up to $5K
OSBF: Racial Justice Initiative Grant Ohio State Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ohio State Bar Foundation's Racial Justice Initiative Grant, launched in 2020, has allocated $1 million to support impactful projects that confront systemic racism in Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Nancy Stuart Public Interest Award Uc Law SF Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nancy Stuart Public Interest Fund was established to continue the work of former Associate Dean and UC Law SF alumna, Nancy Stuart, in advancing social justice work within the UC Law SF community and supporting students committed to…	Not published	Varies
Farm Worker Justice Fund National Equal Justice Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports just struggles of migrant and seasonal farm workers for decent living and working conditions.	Not published	Varies
Ipas Collaborative Fund Ipas · Foundation Not published · Varies A locally led, globally connected grantmaking program to foster a collective movement for reproductive justice.	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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