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.

1,074 grants
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily
WACO FOUNDATION · June 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Program/Operating Support Grants Purpose: Intended for agencies whose programs or services give attention to identifying and addressing the root causes of area challenges, including the social…

Washington Progress Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Progress Alliance of Washington Grant - Core Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington Progress Fund Amount: US $25,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Progress Alliance of…

Progressive Multiplier Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Progressive Multiplier Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Progressive Multiplier Fund Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Progressive Multiplier Grants support U.S. based nonprofits and…

Project Change Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Change Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Project Change Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: May 14, 2025 Summary The Project Change Foundation offers small grants of $2,000 to…

Earlham College Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project for Peace Award Funder: Project for Peace (administered by Middlebury College) Award Amount: $10,000 per recipient Geographic Scope: Global; supports peacebuilding projects in developing…

$5,000.01 - $100,000/year
PARTNERSHIP FOR BETTER HEALTH · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project Grants Purpose: Support a specific project to address the root causes of one or more social determinants of health among an underserved or marginalized population. Award Amount: $5,000.01 -…

CHICAGO FREEDOM SCHOOL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project HealUs Overview: Project HealUs activates and prepares young people of color to explore, engage, and expand the work of the reproductive justice movement and address misogyny in their own…

NEW ENGLAND FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Public Art for Spatial Justice Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New England Foundation For The Arts Amount: US $15,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Public Art for Spatial…

U.S. Mission to Nicaragua · May 18, 2026 Federal

Public Diplomacy Grants Program The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Managua announces an open competition for the Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program to advance U.S. security, commercial…

Atlas Economic Research Foundation · June 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Public Policy Advocacy Grant Overview: This grant is designed for initiatives focused on generating meaningful change through public policy advocacy. Focus: Organizations whose work aims to influence…

Public Welfare Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Public Welfare Foundation is not accepting Letter of Inquiries at this time. Please check back in Fall 2025. _ Investing in nonprofits that are advancing a new, transformative system…

PUBLIC WISE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Public Wise Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Public Wise Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Public Wise Grants aims to enhance democracy by providing unrestricted operational funding to…

SOCIAL JUSTICE FUND NORTHWEST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Queer Justice Momentum Giving Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Social Justice Fund Northwest Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2025 Summary The Queer Justice Momentum Giving…

SOUTHERN VISION ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Queer Mobilization Fund Program Status: Active (4th cohort announced in 2022) Geographic Scope: US South, with primary focus on North Carolina and neighboring states Overview: The Queer Mobilization…

At least $100,000 total fund (distributed to multiple organizations)
EQTX Equality Texas dba Equality Texas · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Queer Texas Crisis Fund Status: Historical program (2020) Funder: Equality Texas and Texas Pride Impact Funds partnership Geographic Scope: Texas statewide Focus Areas: - Emergency relief to LGBTQ+…

ENDOWMENT FOR EQUAL JUSTICE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Race Equity Grant Funder: Legal Foundation of Washington Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Washington State Focus Areas: - Racial equity and equal access to justice - Supporting legal…

RACHEL CORRIE FOUNDATION FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Rachel Corrie Memorial Scholarship Geographic Scope: The Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA Program Duration: One-year scholarship for undergraduate students at all class levels Focus Areas: -…

Bread and Roses Community Fund · March 2, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Racial & Economic Justice Fund Award Size: $10,000 grants Focus: Grassroots groups using community organizing to build power and create change by pressuring policymakers and corporations to adopt…

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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