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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Health Justice Initiative Grants Partnership for Better Health · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K Create projects that uplift health justice by engaging multiple partners to foster change for specific community-level health injustices.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Employee Justice Summer Clerkship Foundation for Advocacy Inclusion and Resources · Foundation Not published · $6K – $20K A prestigious 10-week fellowship program for law students demonstrating interest in employment law and social justice issues.	Not published	$6K – $20K
Fund for Santa Barbara Grants - Movement Building Grant Fund for Santa Barbara Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Fund for Santa Barbara Grants - Movement Building Grant aims to foster progressive change by empowering grassroots organizations in Santa Barbara County.	Not published	Up to $10K
Intersections of Racial Equity/Social Justice Organizations and Aging The Scan Foundation · Foundation Not published · $150K To better understand community-based organizations supporting California's continuum of care—especially in rural and underserved areas—the USC Equity Research Institute will identify these groups and explore opportunities for alignment and…	Not published	$150K
Morton K. and Jane Blaustein Foundation Grant The Jacob and Hilda Blaustein · Foundation Not published · Varies The Morton K. and Jane Blaustein Foundation Grant supports initiatives addressing climate justice, racial equity, and immigrant rights.	Not published	Varies
Sylvania Franciscan Foundation Fund The Oswald Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K	Not published	$5K – $50K
The Fund for Trans Generations Rapid Response Fund Borealis Philanthropy · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We accept requests on a rolling basis. Once_ _your request is submitted you should hear_ _back from our team in two to four weeks.	Not published	Varies
Race Equity Grant Endowment for Equal Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program designed to advance race equity in legal services and support organizations working to eliminate systemic barriers to justice for communities of color.	Not published	Varies
Meyer Foundation Grants Eugene & Agnes E Meyer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: There are no deadlines to submit Interest Forms: we accept and review them year-round, with a pause during December's holiday season.	Not published	Varies
Sex Worker Giving Circle Grant Third Wave Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $350K The Sex Worker Giving Circle Grant, launched by the Third Wave Fund, prioritizes funding for grassroots movements led by individuals directly impacted by gender oppression, especially within the sex work community.	Not published	Up to $350K
Cousins Foundations Grant The Cousins Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cousins Foundation, established in 1963, is dedicated to addressing social and economic disparities through collaborative partnerships in Metro Atlanta.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Patty's Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Easily learn more about the Dr. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Mar 2027.	Not published	$2K
Fund of the Sacred Circle Headwaters Foundation for Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Arts in Society Grant Redline · Foundation Not published · $5K – $35K The Arts in Society Grant, administered by RedLine Contemporary Art Center, is a unique funding opportunity aimed at integrating arts and culture into various disciplines that promote social justice and community well-being in Colorado.	Not published	$5K – $35K
LGBTQ Grant Just Fund Education Project Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The LGBTQ Grant from Just Fund KY aims to support antiracist projects that uplift LGBTQ individuals, especially those from marginalized communities in Kentucky.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Arts Impact Endowment (AIE) Grant San Francisco Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The Arts Impact Endowment (AIE) by the San Francisco Arts Commission aims to support local artists and organizations over the next five years, focusing on preventing displacement through grants and resources.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Cultivate: Women of Color Leadership Grant Crossroads Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2013, Cultivate has and continues to build a cadre of emerging women of color leaders engaged in social, economic, and racial justice movements and whose collective voice and power can be leveraged to a shared vision of the Chicago…	Not published	Varies
Creation & Development Fund Grant National Performance Network Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The Creation & Development Fund, administered by the National Performance Network, supports the creation and mobility of artistic works that promote racial and cultural justice.	Not published	$15K
Strengthening Democratic Resilience and Civil Society in Poland Action For Democracy · Foundation Rolling · Varies Poland has experienced democratic backsliding including:	Rolling	Varies
America Walks Community Change Grants America Walks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies America Walks' Community Change Grants are an annual (since 2015) national micro-grant program supporting grassroots advocates, community organizers, nonprofit organizations, and agencies running innovative, inclusive projects that create…	Not published	Varies
The Hatfield Prize Center for Public Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hatfield Prize is awarded annually to three student-faculty pairs who conduct research on social policies that impact vulnerable children, families, and communities.	Not published	Varies
Project Grants Partnership for Better Health · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K Support a specific project to address the root causes of one or more social determinants of health among an underserved or marginalized population. Recent Performance (2024-2025 fiscal year):	Not published	$5K – $100K
Mountain West Organizing Grant Social Justice Fund Northwest · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K Supports community organizing in Mountain West states. Historically, SJF has moved a significant portion of resources to large urban centers such as Seattle and Portland.	Not published	$25K – $50K
WCGMF Rapid Response Grants William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The WCGMF Rapid Response Grants are designed to support organizations and individuals in Connecticut who confront systemic oppression through community-building and education.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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