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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Community Chest Annual Grants The Community Chest of Englewood · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Community Chest Annual Grants provide financial support to nonprofits in New Jersey, focusing on key areas including mental health services, food insecurity, home care, educational enhancement, and racial justice education.	Not published	Up to $20K
Marion Community Foundation: Racial Equity & Justice Grants Marion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 1998, area residents have been turning to Marion Community Foundation to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible.	Not published	Varies
IH: INcommon Grant Indiana Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The IH: INcommon Grant, offered by Indiana Humanities, supports tax-exempt organizations in developing public programs that explore critical issues related to race and ethnicity.	Not published	Up to $5K
CTF: Rooted in Justice Grants Cedar Tree Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $56K The CTF: Rooted in Justice Grants program aims to empower youth aged 12 to 20 by funding community-based organizations that engage them in environmental and food justice initiatives.	Not published	Up to $56K
United Nations Democracy Fund Grant United Nations (UN) · Foundation Not published · $100K – $200K The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) supports projects aimed at strengthening civil society, promoting human rights, and enhancing democratic participation globally.	Not published	$100K – $200K
Norman Foundation Grants Norman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Norman Foundation Grants aim to empower communities in the U.S. to enhance their economic, environmental, and social well-being.	Not published	Varies
Instruments of Hope Unity Fund The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Racial Justice Fund Maine Justice Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Maine Justice Foundation has established a Racial Justice Fund as part of its grants and programs portfolio. Limited details are available in the provided materials, but this fund is listed among the Foundation's active grant programs.	Not published	Varies
Advancing Social Equity Initiative Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico Your Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico (CFSNM) serves as a vehicle for people of all means to make a lasting impact on quality of life in our region now and in the future.	Not published	Varies
Moontower Ball Award Notley Impact · Foundation Not published · Varies Moontower Ball is Notley's annual gala event honoring Austinites driving community impact. The event recognizes changemakers across multiple categories through the Notley Changemaker Award.	Not published	Varies
Skoll Awards Grant The Skoll Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Skoll Awards for Social Innovation, presented by the Skoll Foundation, recognize social innovators addressing root societal problems.	Not published	Varies
SEE Fiscal Sponsorship Program Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs (See) Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies SEE supports charitable projects focused on: SEE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit fiscal sponsor that provides administrative infrastructure and compliance support to projects. The cost share is 6.5% (one of the lowest in the industry).	Rolling	Varies
Anti-Impunity Fund (AIF) Seattle International Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Action Grants - Environment Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Action Grants - Environment program by the Silicon Valley Community Foundation aims to support organizations addressing environmental disparities in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.	Not published	Varies
Women’s Catalytic Fund Grant East Bay Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K East Bay Community Foundation partners with donors, social movements, and the community to eliminate structural barriers, advance racial equity, and transform political, social, and economic outcomes for all who call the East Bay home.	Not published	Up to $15K
PA IOLTA Board's Law School Clinical and Internship Programs Grant Pennsylvania Interest on Lawyer Trust Accounts Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The core mission of the Pennsylvania Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts (IOLTA) Board is to support the provision of civil legal services to the Commonwealth’s poor and disadvantaged.	Not published	Varies
State-Level Systemic Change Grant Z Smith Reynolds Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K – $100K The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation invites eligible organizations to apply for the State-Level Systemic Change Grant. This grant supports initiatives aimed at creating lasting, systemic improvements across North Carolina.	Not published	$30K – $100K
JRCT: Peace and Security Grant Programme Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The JRCT: Peace and Security Grant Programme, from the Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust, focuses on funding initiatives that address the root causes of conflict and injustice.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Justice Fund Social Justice Fund Northwest · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
CAAL Ignite Fund Coalition of Asian American Leaders · Foundation Not published · $350K CAAL Ignite is the Coalition of Asian American Leaders' signature grant program (powered by supporters including MacKenzie Scott), with over $350,000 committed for 2024–25 and ~20 grants awarded across Small Business and…	Not published	$350K
Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award Billie Jean King Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award celebrates and honors high school and college-aged youth who are using the power of sport as a catalyst for change and making a positive impact on society.	Not published	$10K
PLACES Fellowship The Funders Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The PLACES Fellowship is a professional development program that gives participants from around the country an opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and growth related to issues of race, class and ethnicity.	Not published	Varies
Lenora M. Green Scholarship Educational Testing Service · Foundation Not published · Varies Awarded to a graduate student who shows outstanding commitment to civic engagement and a spirit of advocacy for serving individuals who have been systematically excluded.	Not published	Varies
Enhearten Micro Grant Enhearten Unseen Leaders · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K Enhearten Micro Grant supports unseen leaders by providing funding for community-driven projects that embody values of humility, integrity, and love. Grants range from $500 to $1,000 and are awarded after a thorough review process.	Not published	$500 – $1K

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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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