US $100,000
UNESCO · Rolling / Open Foundation
UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: UNESCO Amount: US $100,000 Last Updated: August 23, 2024 Summary The UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and…
Social Justice Grants
Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 1,039 active social justice grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
1,039 grants
Foundation
Updated daily
What social justice grants are open right now?
Up to US $20,000
UNION BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Union Benevolent Association: Spring Direct Service Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Union Benevolent Association Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Union Benevolent…
AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Union Scholars Overview: A summer internship program for students who are passionate about social justice and workers' rights. Award Type: Summer internship program (not a direct scholarship award)…
Varies
UNITED WAY OF THE WINE COUNTRY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
United for Good Fund Overview: United Way of the Wine Country awards annual grants through the United for Good Fund for projects, programs, organizations, and coalitions that further the goal of…
US $100,000 - US $200,000
United Nations (UN) · Rolling / Open Foundation
United Nations Democracy Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Nations (UN) Amount: US $100,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF)…
US $1,000 - US $55,000
The Episcopal Church and Visual Arts Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation
United Thank Offering Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Episcopal Church and Visual Arts Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $55,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary The United Thank Offering Grant…
Up to US $500,000
Unity Technologies · Rolling / Open Foundation
Unity for Humanity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Unity Technologies Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The Unity for Humanity Grant invites innovative creators to submit…
Up to US $25,000
Circle For Justice Innovations · Rolling / Open Foundation
Until She's Free Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Circle For Justice Innovations Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Until She's Free Fund is a participatory…
Approximately US $5,000
SOUTHEASTERN ILLINOIS COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Untold Stories Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $5,000 Last Updated: August 16, 2025 Summary The Untold Stories Grant, presented by the…
$75 - $150 per individual; $60 - $150 per person for groups (10-30 people, $1,800 - $4,500 suggested group honorarium)
SOUL FIRE FARM INSTITUTE INC · November 12, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Uprooting Racism Training (URFS) Status: Active; 2026 sessions scheduled Geographic Scope: Virtual (Zoom-based), open to anyone Target Audience: Environmental and food justice leaders, organizational…
Up to $5,000 (Up to $7,500 for Maui Komohana)
THE PEOPLE'S FUND · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Urgent Action Grants Organization: Hawaiʻi People's Fund Mission: Hawaiʻi People's Fund is committed to supporting grassroots organizations implementing direct actions to reduce the harm of current…
Varies
PLOUGHSHARES FUND INC · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Urgent Challenges Grants Overview: This portfolio advances discrete near-term policy goals and allows for timely response to pressing developments. Focus Areas: - Drive policies and activities that…
Up to $5,000
HAYMARKET PEOPLE'S FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Urgent Response Grants Award Amount: Up to $5,000 Geographic Scope: New England region (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Vermont) Focus Areas: Help grassroots,…
BEN & JERRY'S FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview For 2025, we will target the $300,000 dollars allocated to this program to support Vermont non-profit organizations experiencing adverse impacts to their work and their communities as a…
US $2,500 - US $10,000
VERSACARE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Versafund Grant Program: Catalyst Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Versacare, Inc. Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Versafund Grant Program: Catalyst Grant,…
US $10,001 - US $40,000
VERSACARE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Versafund Grant Program: Venture Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Versacare, Inc. Amount: US $10,001 - US $40,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Versafund Grant Program: Venture Grant…
The McKnight Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Vibrant & Equitable Communities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The McKnight Foundation Last Updated: January 20, 2025 Summary The Vibrant & Equitable Communities Grant by The McKnight Foundation aims…
THE ARC OF TEXAS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Virginia Eernisse Legacy Award Funder: The Arc of Texas Geographic Scope: Texas Focus Areas: Self-advocacy and self-determination for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities…
Virginia Natural Gas · Rolling / Open Foundation
Virginia Natural Gas Charitable Giving: Community Enrichment and Social Justice Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Natural Gas Last Updated: April 15, 2025 Summary The Virginia Natural Gas…
£25,000 - £35,000
International Visegrad Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation
Visegrad Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Visegrad Fund Amount: £25,000 - £35,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Visegrad Grants foster innovative regional cooperation in…
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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