596 Social Justice Grants

Discover grants that promote social justice, equity, and human and civil rights. Funding supports advocacy, initiatives, and programs that address discrimination, promote inclusion, and empower marginalized and underserved communities impacted by systemic injustice, racial injustice, prejudice and discrimination based upon their age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, and sexual orientation.

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Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits, Jewish Schools, and Synagogues to Benefit the Local Jewish an...

Deadline: 10/24/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, Jewish schools, and synagogues in eligible counties to benefit the local Jewish and general communities. Funding is intended for new and creative programming, activities, and services, as well as ongoing pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 177995

Grants to Virginia and North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Health and Health Equ...

Deadline: 10/24/25

Grants to Virginia and North Carolina nonprofit organizations, clinics, and health centers to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities in eligible regions. Eligible programs must demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 198767

Fellowships to USA Underrepresented Social Sciences, Arts, and Humanities Faculty Members for ...

Deadline: 10/24/25

Fellowships to USA social sciences, arts, and humanities faculty members for professional development. The goal of the program is to encourage the advancement of Ph.D. scholars from underrepresented backgrounds who support efforts to eliminate inequities in their field...

GrantWatch ID#: 199293

Grants to Ontario Minority-Led Organizations to Address Inequities They Face

Deadline: 10/24/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario minority-led organizations to address inequities they face in eligible regions. Eligible areas of funding include operational support, capacity building, and event and project funding. Funding is intended for organizations that are le...

GrantWatch ID#: 211381

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Faith-Based Organizations, and CBOs for Neighborhood Improvemen...

Deadline: 10/24/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Michigan nonprofit and faith-based organizations and CBOs for neighborhood improvement projects in disadvantaged communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities to transform vacant lots through clean-up and planting effort...

GrantWatch ID#: 212754

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, School Districts, and IHEs to Increase Career Opportunities fo...

Deadline: 10/24/25

Grants of up to $10,000 and in-kind assistance to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, school districts, and academic institutions to promote workforce development for underserved students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide students with access to high...

GrantWatch ID#: 214810

Awards to California Organizations, Teams, and Individuals to Honor Exceptional Efforts to Add...

Deadline: 10/24/25

Awards to California organizations, teams, and individuals in eligible regions to acknowledge exceptional efforts to address climate issues. The award is intended to honor individuals who demonstrate flexibility, leadership, collaboration, impact, and diversity and inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 217395

Grant to an Illinois Nonprofit Corporation, School District, Agency, or IHE to Support Local N...

Deadline: 10/24/25

Grant to an Illinois nonprofit corporation, school district, government entity, community college, university, or regional office of education to support community networks that enhance health in eligible regions. Applicants must pre-qualify prior to applying. The succ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224013

Grants and In-Kind Support to Maryland Nonprofits to Enhance Capacity and Benefit Young People...

Deadline: 10/24/25

Grants and in-kind support to Maryland nonprofit organizations to enhance capacity and benefit young people ages 0 to 24 in eligible regions. The goal of the funding program is to establish new opportunities for the city’s youth to thrive, learn, and succeed. The maj...

GrantWatch ID#: 224251

Grants to British Columbia Organizations and Individuals to Address Community Needs in Eligibl...

Deadline: 10/27/25

Grants to British Columbia community-based organizations, nonprofit societies, registered charities, service organizations, and individuals to address needs that affect local residents and communities in eligible locations. Certain applicants must contact program staff...

GrantWatch ID#: 160765

Award to a Delaware Individual in Recognition of Exceptional Dedication to Civil Rights Activi...

Deadline: 10/27/25

Award to a Delaware individual in recognition of exceptional dedication to civil rights activities. The award is intended to honor a local resident up to the age of 25 who has shown a commitment to the betterment of the community. The successful nominee should demonstr...

GrantWatch ID#: 205748

Grants to Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana Underrepresented Artists in Eligible Counties for Career...

Deadline: 10/27/25

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana underrepresented artists in eligible counties for career development and artwork creation. Funding is intended to support artists who create projects that reflect the experience of Black ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224017

Grants to Massachusetts Artists to Promote Creative Expression

Deadline: 10/28/25

Grants of $5,000 to Massachusetts individuals for creative activities and projects. Funding is intended to offer artists, creative practitioners, and culture bearers the opportunity to advance creative expression in diverse communities. Priority will be given to applic...

GrantWatch ID#: 211421

Contracts for Services to Washington Organizations to Purchase and Distribute Essential Baby P...

Deadline: 10/28/25

Contracts for services to Washington organizations to purchase and distribute essential baby products to families in need. Funding is intended to assist organizations serving low-income and/or BIPOC communities. Eligible costs can include the purchase of essential baby...

GrantWatch ID#: 223890

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits for Projects that Promote Racial Healing

Deadline: 10/28/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Louisiana community-based nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to promote racial healing. Funding is intended for events and programs that commemorate National Racial Healing Day. This grant opportunity is part of the Foundation’s ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224266

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Social Service Entities, and NGOs to Provide Services for Victim...

Deadline: 10/29/25

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, public social service entities, and nongovernmental organizations to provide services for victims of violence. Applicants must complete the required registration before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to suppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 211240

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Charities to Address Community Needs in Eligible Loc...

Deadline: 10/29/25

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, charities, and groups to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in a range of focus areas including but not limited to food insecurity, inclusivity, clean water, health and wel...

GrantWatch ID#: 217238

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals for Film Projects that ...

Deadline: 10/30/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for projects that promote social justice and equality. Applicants are required to complete an eligibility quiz prior to submitting a grant application. The purpose of this program is to address ineq...

GrantWatch ID#: 163699

Grants to Washington Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Benefit Underserved Communities

Deadline: 10/30/25

Grants of up to $7,500 to Washington nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for grassroots efforts that support community engagement for individuals affected by racial inequity and poverty. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 179365

Grants to Saskatchewan Schools and School Boards for Activities that Promote Social Justice an...

Deadline: 10/30/25

Grants of up to $400 to Saskatchewan PreK-12 schools and school boards for classroom activities and professional development projects that promote cultural education and social justice. Funding is intended for programs and projects that support and encourage diversity,...

GrantWatch ID#: 192170

Grants to British Columbia Individuals for Initiatives to Improve the Community

Deadline: 10/30/25

Grants of up to $500 to British Columbia individuals for initiatives to improve the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide range of community benefit projects that support youth and promote diversity. Eligible projects could include youth-led act...

GrantWatch ID#: 205746

Grants to Massachusetts Cultural Districts to Support Capacity Building and Cultural Preservat...

Deadline: 10/30/25

Grants of $15,000 to Massachusetts cultural districts for capacity building and cultural preservation activities. Funding is intended to develop and strengthen districts and to promote local cultural programs. Grants can be used for operating expenses, artist fees, pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 206595

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible communities. Some applicants must submit an LOI before applying. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts, existing programs, and new initiatives. Special consid...

GrantWatch ID#: 144048

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Local Resi...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants and in-kind support to Ontario nonprofit community groups and organizations to improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives that benefit the community, promote inclusiveness, and assist organizations in obtaining federal...

GrantWatch ID#: 148593

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits and Communities for Youth Sports Programs

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations and communities for sports and recreation programs for youth. Funding is intended to allow greater participation in sports activities and development opportunities for Indigenous youth. The majority of spor...

GrantWatch ID#: 153554

Fellowships to USA Individuals to Work on Projects that Advance Social Justice

Deadline: 10/31/25

Fellowships to USA individuals to work on projects that advance social justice. In addition to a cash stipend, the fellowship provides a health care stipend, help with travel expenses, and assistance from coaches, advisors, and mentors. The fellowship is intended to su...

GrantWatch ID#: 162765

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Local Communities in Eligible...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government entities, and schools to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: health, the arts, the environment, large-scale and...

GrantWatch ID#: 172271

Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Mexico nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that address a wide range of needs, including arts and culture, diversity, civic involvement, edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 172975

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs, activities, and events that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and services within a wide range of focus areas including but not limited to the arts, edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 173596

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities and Qualified Donees for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to Ontario registered charities and qualified donees for projects that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a broad range of projects, programs, and activities that help strengthen the community. Funding areas of interest include ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174672

Grants to USA Nonprofits Serving Women and Girls for Operating Expenses

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations serving women and girls for general operating expenses. Applicants must submit a Letter of Interest prior to the full application. The purpose of funding is to promote equity and expand educational ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175529

Grants to British Columbia Registered Charities and Qualified Donees for Projects to Benefit t...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to British Columbia registered charities and qualified donees in eligible regions for projects to enhance the local quality of life. Funding is intended to support programs and activities within the focus areas of education, health, sports and r...

GrantWatch ID#: 180860

Grants to British Columbia Charities and Donees to Benefit Local Youth

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to British Columbia registered charities and qualified donees in eligible locations to support projects and groups that serve and empower local youth. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for young residents and to expand opportunities for civic pa...

GrantWatch ID#: 188273

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Projects to Improve Eligible Communities

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and programs that align with the focus areas of economic justice, community ownership, and rapid community response. Priority areas within these ...

GrantWatch ID#: 191257

Grants to California Nonprofits and Artists for Interactive Programs that Engage the Community...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and individual artists for projects that engage community members in eligible locations. Funds may be used to support freelance teaching artists working in non-arts venues or for collaborations between teaching artists and n...

GrantWatch ID#: 192771

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits, Employers, LEAs, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies for Workforce De...

Deadline: 10/31/25 LOI Date: 10/24/25

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, CBOs, employers, trade and business groups, LEAs, vocational and high schools, IHEs, and government agencies for workforce development programs. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to help i...

GrantWatch ID#: 194711

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities, Qualified Donees, Nonprofits, and Indigenous Groups to...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to Ontario registered charities, qualified donees, nonprofit organizations, and indigenous governing bodies to serve local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects addressing health, rural communities, and equity. Eligible applicants p...

GrantWatch ID#: 203294

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Tribes, Indigenous and First Nations Organizations, and Nonp...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and Mexico tribes, tribal, Indigenous, and First Nations organizations, and Indigenous-led nonprofit organizations for social action initiatives. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting a grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 208765

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits to Address the Needs of Underserved Populations in Eligible Locati...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations to address critical needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to respond to the basic needs of underserved residents. The grant supports community programs and projects that will improve population health and enhance soci...

GrantWatch ID#: 210669

Grants to Pennsylvania Agencies and Nonprofits to Improve Water-Related Trails

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $7,000 to Pennsylvania municipalities and nonprofit organizations to improve water-related recreational trails throughout the state. Funding is intended for projects that advance a variety of goals, including but not limited to enhancing trail access an...

GrantWatch ID#: 211077

Awards to Colorado Individuals and Nonprofit and For-Profit Organizations to Recognize Efforts...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Awards to Colorado individuals and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to acknowledge efforts to promote social equity in eligible regions. Awards are granted in four categories: youth, individual, rising star, and organization or team. Criteria include but are not ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211243

Grants to Illinois and Missouri Nonprofits for Operating Support for Programs to Advance Civic...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois and Missouri nonprofit organizations for operating support for programs to advance civic engagement, policy change, and advocacy efforts in eligible regions. Funding may be used for any organizational needs, including salaries, techn...

GrantWatch ID#: 212279

Grants to Vermont Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Childcare Facilities to Provide Equipment...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $2,000 to Vermont nonprofit organizations, schools, government agencies, and childcare facilities for equipment provided to children from birth to age 18. The purpose of the program is to provide the equipment necessary to improve the chances of overall...

GrantWatch ID#: 212568

Grants to Alberta Charities, Businesses, and CBOs for Community Development Activities

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to Alberta registered charities, businesses, and organizations in eligible regions for community development activities. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects, initiatives, and events that are op...

GrantWatch ID#: 214502

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Artists for Inclusive Projects in Eligibl...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $1,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit and for-profit organizations and individual artists for arts projects that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support inclusive arts activities that represent a variety of cultures and d...

GrantWatch ID#: 214758

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capital projects. Funding is intended to support equipment purchases, skill development, and training opportunities. Grants should serve many and not just a few. Eligible projects ben...

GrantWatch ID#: 215699

Grants to Nova Scotia Organizations to Promote Social Justice in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Nova Scotia organizations to address racial disparities and promote social justice in eligible locations. Funding is intended to respond to and combat systemic racism. The grant seeks to empower African Nova Scotian and African descent commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 216283

Grants to Canada CBOs, Health Centers, Schools, Seniors' Residences, and Individuals to Improv...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Canada CBOs, health centers, schools, seniors' residences, and individuals for activities to improve the quality of life for individuals with arthritis. Funding is intended for inclusive activities that foster connections and combat feelings o...

GrantWatch ID#: 216648

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits and Charities to Promote Equity and Address Racism

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of up to $40,000 to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations and charities for activities that promote equity and address racism. Funding is intended to help underrepresented and underserved communities with initiatives that challenge hate, reduce barriers, and stren...

GrantWatch ID#: 216968

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs in Eligibl...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, schools, municipalities, and faith-based entities to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote significant social change, advance equity, encourage sustainability, and identify unmet ne...

GrantWatch ID#: 217688