Social Justice Grants

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,028 active social justice grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state 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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State Street Foundation Grant State Street Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The State Street Foundation Grant supports nonprofits and NGOs that promote economic opportunity and reduce equity gaps in education and employability.	Not published	Varies
General Support Grants University Christian Church Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Unrestricted general operating support to enhance capacity, strengthen abilities, and respond to challenges and opportunities to expand or improve services.	Not published	Varies
Union Scholars Internship Program American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees · Foundation Not published · Varies A summer internship program for students who are passionate about social justice and workers' rights.	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation of Ozarks: Welcoming Communities Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Community Foundation of the Ozarks offers the Welcoming Communities Grant to promote inclusion and belonging in its service area.	Not published	Up to $25K
Dr. Jan R. Hakemulder Scholarship for Social Change Intercultural Open University Foundation · Foundation Not published · €1,000 - €5,000 To support worthy candidates committed to social change and improving the world through education	Not published	€1,000 - €5,000
Fast Pitch Social Justice Partners Los Angeles · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual event/program featuring organizations and leaders working on systems change in Los Angeles. Appears to be a pitching/showcase event where social justice leaders present their work.	Not published	Varies
Wish Book Grant San Jose Mercury News Wish Book Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wish Book Grant, initiated by the San Jose Mercury News, supports local nonprofits in the Bay Area by providing funding through a holiday fundraising campaign.	Not published	Varies
Graduate Fellowship Program Public Interest Law Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies PILI's Graduate Fellowship Program places recent law school graduates in paid fellowship positions at public interest law agencies.	Not published	Varies
Native Voices Rising Common Counsel Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K Native Voices Rising is a collaborative partnership between Native Americans in Philanthropy and Common Counsel Foundation supporting Native-led organizing and advocacy efforts.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Y&H Soda Foundation Grant Program Y & H Soda Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $150K The Y & H Soda Foundation Grant Program supports organizations in the East Bay focused on equity and social change.	Not published	$25K – $150K
Safer Stronger Together (SST) Maryland Department of Juvenile Services · State Not published · Varies A collaborative initiative among DJS, the MD Department of Human Services, and the MD Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.	Not published	Varies
U.S. Mission to the United Nations-Geneva, Small Grants Program U.S. Mission to the United Nations · Federal Not published · $1K – $100K This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) outlines funding priorities, strategic areas of focus, and instructions for submitting requests for funding. Please follow all instructions carefully.	Not published	$1K – $100K
Asian Women Giving Circle Request for Proposals 2026 Ms Foundation for Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Impact Kickstart WorkingFilms Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K	Not published	$20K
Baskin Foundation Grant Peggy and Jack Baskin Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Peggy and Jack Baskin Foundation, established in 2008, focuses on achieving gender and racial equity through grants primarily for nonprofit organizations in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties.	Not published	Varies
High Stakes Foundation Grant The High Stakes Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The High Stakes Foundation Grant supports transformative initiatives in Montana, focusing on civic engagement, climate change solutions, economic development, and social justice.	Not published	Varies
John Lewis Award for Public Service to the Discipline of History American Historical Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Association recognizes a wide variety of distinguished historical work, which can take the form of an exceptional book in the field, distinguished teaching and mentoring in the classroom, films, or digital projects and resources.	Not published	Varies
Stim Bullitt Civic Courage Scholarship Seattle Public Library Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies From 2014 to 2025, the scholarship encouraged local students to write essays about an individual or group of individuals from Washington State who have demonstrated civic courage on an issue of importance to the community at great…	Not published	Varies
Accelerator Grant Endowment for Equal Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies One-time grants designed to accelerate time-sensitive civil justice work and launch impactful projects. These grants support new initiatives and programs that address urgent legal needs.	Not published	Varies
Equity Grant Indianapolis Center for Congregations Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Equity Grant is designed to serve congregations impacted by systemic injustice or inequality, with a more favorable match requirement than standard Resource Grants.	Not published	Up to $25K
Regional Impact Grants: Preston Community Fund The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Preston Community Fund, part of the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, provides grants to support arts, culture, and social needs of Preston residents.	Not published	Varies
Cummings Foundation 3-Year Grant Program The Network for Social Justice Inc · Foundation Not published · $120K	Not published	$120K
Community Sustaining Fund Grant Community Sustaining Fund (CSF) of Thurston County · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Community Sustaining Fund Grant supports innovative projects that strengthen communities and the environment in Thurston County.	Not published	Up to $2K
Three Rivers Community Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Three Rivers Community Foundation Grant supports local non-profits in enhancing community services.	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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