Social Justice Grants

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,028 active social justice grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Fund for Southern Communities Grant Fund for Southern Communities Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Fund for Southern Communities Grant supports grassroots social change organizations in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.	Not published	$1K – $5K
IGNITE Award Conference on Crimes Against Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The IGNITE Award recognizes varied courageous efforts that are sparking awareness and action across the country.	Not published	Varies
Isaac Coleman Economic Community Investment Grant County Of Buncombe · State Not published · $100K – $150K The Isaac Coleman Economic Community Investment Grant, named after a social justice champion, aims to support community-driven projects that address racial disparities in Buncombe County.	Not published	$100K – $150K
Nelson Foundation: Change Champions Grant Program Grace S and W Linton Nelson · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K The Nelson Foundation's Change Champions Grant Program, initiated in 2024, aims to support organizations focused on advocacy and systems change to combat racial inequity and social injustice.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Movement's Bank Grant Resist Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The 2026 Movement's Bank prioritizes organizations with consistent, active and emerging programming. This is an invite-only grant cycle decided by a grant panel comprised of former grantees.	Not published	$10K
Beneficial State Foundation Sponsorships Grant Beneficial State Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Beneficial State Foundation offers sponsorships to 501(c)(3) organizations in California, Oregon, and Washington, focusing on social justice and environmental work.	Not published	Up to $1K
Equal Justice Scholarship Grant The University of Texas Law School Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Equal Justice Scholarship, offered by the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law, fully funds tuition and fees for three years and provides summer stipends for public interest work.	Not published	Varies
Target Foundation: Hometown Racial Equity Grant Target Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies For more than 100 years, the Target Foundation (founded as The Dayton Foundation) has upheld the idea that the prosperity of a business is dependent on the prosperity of the communities in which it operates.	Not published	Varies
Systems for Action: Community-Led Systems Research to Address Systemic Racism CFP The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) is committed to taking bold leaps to transform health in our lifetime and paving the way together to a future where health is no longer a privilege, but a right.	Not published	Varies
IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Scholarship Grant One Young World · Foundation Not published · Varies The IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Scholarship offers young social entrepreneurs aged 18-30 the chance to attend the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich.	Not published	Varies
S. H. Cowell Foundation Grant S H Cowell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The S. H. Cowell Foundation Grant focuses on supporting public and nonprofit organizations in Northern and Central California that address acute poverty and promote racial equity.	Not published	Varies
Walter and Elise Haas Fund: Possibility Grants Walter and Elise Haas Fund · Foundation Not published · $100K The Walter and Elise Haas Fund offers Possibility Grants aimed at fostering equity and opportunity in the Bay Area.	Not published	$100K
Capacity Building Headwaters Foundation for Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Defending Basic Freedoms Grant The Herb Block Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Herb Block Foundation's Defending Basic Freedoms Grant aims to uphold the essential freedoms outlined in the Bill of Rights.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Pittsburgh Foundation Equity and Social Justice Grants: Voter Engagement The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K The Pittsburgh Foundation Equity and Social Justice Grants focus on enhancing voter engagement among historically underrepresented communities.	Not published	$10K – $75K
Walter and Elise Haas Fund: Policy Grants Walter and Elise Haas Fund · Foundation Not published · $300K The Walter and Elise Haas Fund offers policy grants aimed at enhancing nonprofit worker well-being and fostering equitable communities in the Bay Area.	Not published	$300K
Chinook Fund Grant Chinook Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: In preparation for the Fall 2025 Grant Cycle, our next live Grant Application workshop will be August 12, 2025 from 2-4pm MT._ Chinook Fund seeds community-led, systemic change by mobilizing resources for and trusting in grassroots…	Not published	Varies
Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Fellowship Bill Hillary & Chelsea Clinton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Fellowship engages a curated cohort of emerging entrepreneurs, providing critical tools and guidance as they build and implement programs that address urgent global challenges.	Not published	Varies
Community Solutions Grants The Dunavant Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K This multi-year initiative supports nonprofits executing ground-level, community-driven strategies to tackle systemic issues and empower communities.	Not published	$50K – $150K
CFNJ: Essex County Empowering Communities Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of New Jersey considers regularly how we as an organization and civic community leader can effect lasting change that leads to greater equity.	Not published	Varies
Ivan Allen Jr. Prize for Social Courage Grant Georgia Institute of Technology · Foundation Not published · $100K The Ivan Allen Jr. Prize for Social Courage, established by the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2010, honors individuals who display moral courage in the face of adversity.	Not published	$100K
Kathryn Ames Foundation Grant The Kathryn Ames Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Kathryn Ames Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in Israel, focusing on social welfare, religious pluralism, social justice, and education.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Student Grants (Innovation Fund) Irvington Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The IEF awards Innovation Fund grants to Irvington High School students to support student-initiated innovative projects and initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Peace and Stability Fund DT Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies DT Institute operates as both a funder and implementer. The grants made to NGOs are expected to build, test, and advance bold, innovative approaches to development.	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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