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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The Giving Project Fund for Community Organizing Maine Initiativesinc · Foundation Not published · $20K In response to structural racism and colonization, prioritizes funding for community organizing groups focused on: Key Characteristics of Funded Organizations:	Not published	$20K
Equity Grants for Educators Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Equity Grants for Educators support initiatives that address equity, belonging, and inclusion in Berkeley public schools. These grants fuel innovation and address systemic barriers to educational equity.	Not published	Varies
KS AmeriCorps Operational Grant Kansas Volunteer Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The KS AmeriCorps Operational Grant, managed by the Kansas Volunteer Commission, aims to enhance community service by funding organizations that engage AmeriCorps members in impactful interventions.	Not published	Varies
Small Grants Program U.S. Mission to the United Nations · Federal Not published · $5K – $15K The United States Mission to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Geneva advances U.S. policy at more than 100 international organizations in Geneva.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Benjamin B. Rauch Fellowship Scholars at Risk Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A fellowship created in memory of Benjamin B. Rauch that provides temporary fellowship support to at-risk individuals and advocates from Southeast Asia, China, and Hong Kong.	Not published	Varies
Pioneer Valley Community Advised Fund (PVCAF) Peace Development Fund · Foundation Not published · $3K Annual grants supporting local organizing efforts challenging injustice, building power, and creating new community structures anchored in social justice.	Not published	$3K
Birmingham Bar Foundation Grant Program Birmingham Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Birmingham Bar Foundation Grant Program offers grants to local nonprofit organizations that expand access to justice in the Birmingham, Alabama community — supporting programs that provide legal assistance, promote legal education, and…	Not published	Varies
Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program (YNAPP) Grant City of Las Vegas · State Not published · Up to $2K The Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program (YNAPP) provides grants up to $2,000 for youth aged 8 to 18 in Las Vegas to design and implement service learning projects in their neighborhoods.	Not published	Up to $2K
Barry Community Foundation - Belonging in Barry Grant Barry Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Belonging in Barry Fund (Barry Community Foundation) funds projects/programs that improve and enhance efforts to help people feel they belong in Barry County MI (a welcoming, vibrant community for all).	Rolling	Varies
Transformational Media Fund SIDE3 Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Transformational Media Fund (TMF) is a media development project providing necessary seed funding for bridge-building media projects.	Not published	Varies
Rapid Response Artivism Micro-Grant Broadway Advocacy Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Rapid Response Artivism Micro-Grant awards $1,000 micro-grants to artivists to support the creation of new, narrative-based artivism that responds to issues related to systemic racism and/or mass incarceration…	Not published	$1K
Supporting Frontline Workers Fund Social Justice Partners Los Angeles · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2.5M A direct financial support initiative providing cash stipends to LA's homeless sector frontline workers to address burnout, fatigue, anxiety, and turnover while supporting worker wellbeing and sector retention.	Not published	$500 – $2.5M
Healing Youth Racial Trauma Bright Promises Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: No new LOIs/Proposals will be accepted in 2025._ Bright Promises Foundation’s mission is to identify, fund, and share solutions to underrecognized needs of children and youth most adversely impacted by inequity.	Not published	Varies
Racial Equity & Justice Grants Marion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Nexus Fellowship Free Fellowship for Race & Equity in Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nexus Fellowship is a fellowship program offered by The Equity Lab designed to support leaders working on education equity and racial justice issues.	Not published	Varies
Keystone Grant Program Elmina B Sewall Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Keystone Grant Program, funded by the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation, aims to empower grassroots and community-led initiatives focused on environmental and racial justice in Maine.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Advocacy Unrestricted Grants The Philadelphia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program for nonprofits focused on advocacy work in the Greater Philadelphia region.	Not published	Varies
Westchester Community Foundation Grant Program The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Westchester Community Foundation Grant Program offers competitive grants to public charities and groups providing programs in Westchester County.	Not published	Varies
RWN Foundation: Sustainable Communities Grants Ronald W Naito MD Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K The Ronald W. Naito MD Foundation offers Sustainable Communities Grants aimed at fostering social equity and environmental sustainability.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Synod of the Mid-Atlantic - Visionary Fund Grant Synod of the Mid-Atlantic · Foundation Not published · Varies The Synod of the Mid-Atlantic's Visionary Fund supports innovative and inclusive programs addressing education, evangelism, and social justice.	Not published	Varies
Open Competitive Grants Program: Civic Affairs New York City The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $200K The Open Competitive Grants Program by The New York Community Trust aims to enhance civic engagement in New York City.	Not published	$5K – $200K
HFPG Regular Grants Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving offers regular grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Greater Hartford, aiming to address systemic issues and enhance community well-being.	Not published	Varies
Bay Area Community Impact Fund Grant The San Francisco Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250K – $3.5M The Bay Area Community Impact Fund offers low-interest, long-term loans to nonprofit organizations and social enterprises, aiming to finance projects that promote racial and economic equity in underserved communities.	Not published	$250K – $3.5M
Social Impact Film Series Entertainment 2 Affect Change · Foundation Not published · Varies A hybrid festival combining an in-person touring service fair and film festival experience that brings together social impact content with active nonprofit participation.	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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