580 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 British Columbia Nonprofit Societies for Projects and Services that Benefit the Loca...

Deadline: 11/07/25

Grants of up to $30,000 to British Columbia registered nonprofit societies for projects and services that benefit the local community in eligible locations. Eligible uses of funding include seed money for social enterprise initiatives, general operations, special proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 148508

Grants to Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi Nonprofits for Initiatives that Benefit Local R...

Deadline: 11/07/25

Grants to Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to benefit the community. Funding is intended to support both general and capital requests within a broad range of interests. Focus areas include arts and culture, education, so...

GrantWatch ID#: 180366

Grants to Virginia Organizations for Arts and Cultural Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/07/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to benefit residents and visitors to the area. Priority is given to activities that develop, support, and promote a greater diversity of...

GrantWatch ID#: 184994

Grants to Michigan Artists for Projects that Promote Social Justice in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/07/25

Grants of up to $2,000 to Michigan individual artists and collaboratives for community-based projects that advance social justice in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote the artistic and cultural identity of residents and to support access to arts and cul...

GrantWatch ID#: 210355

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs for Programs to Promote Racial Equi...

Deadline: 11/07/25

Grants of up to $30,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, IHEs, libraries, and faith-based institutions for activities to promote racial equity throughout the state. Some applicants are required to have specific certification prior to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 211224

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits to Develop Learning Programs for Youth in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/07/25

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations for career development programs that benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that serve youth, aged 11-22, and fit one of two program themes: cross-sector partnerships and high-quali...

GrantWatch ID#: 211274

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Benefit Children and Youth in Elig...

Deadline: 11/07/25

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and public agencies for extracurricular programs that help to improve the lives of children and youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that support students and offer opportunities for su...

GrantWatch ID#: 217903

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, CBOs, and Agencies for Community Initiatives to Foster Equity a...

Deadline: 11/07/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Maryland nonprofit and community-based organizations and government entities for community initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and services to promote economic growth, improve the quality of life, and advance equ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224249

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Address Local Needs

Deadline: 11/09/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to benefit local communities in the funding source's service area. Areas of focus include youth development, hunger reduction, and families. Eligible applicants are located in Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii,...

GrantWatch ID#: 192992

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, For-Profits, Groups, and Individuals for Community Benefit Pr...

Deadline: 11/10/25

Grants of up to $1,500 to Washington nonprofit and for-profit organizations, groups, and individuals for projects that promote social justice, environmental stewardship, and community building in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support organizational needs s...

GrantWatch ID#: 181123

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, CBOs, and Individuals for Arts and Cultural P...

Deadline: 11/10/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, community-based groups, for-profit entities, and individuals for arts and cultural projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that create or sustain welcoming spaces that attract ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 205386

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, Groups, and Individuals for Art Projects in E...

Deadline: 11/10/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit and for-profit organizations, community groups, and individuals for arts activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address critical issues faced by residents, visitors, and businesses. Preference will be...

GrantWatch ID#: 205387

Fellowships to USA Individuals Associated with a Nonprofit, Business, or Institution That Focu...

Deadline: 11/10/25

Fellowships with a $2,500 stipend to USA and terriotories individuals associated with a nonprofit organization, business, or institution that focuses on local food systems. Aside from the stipend, fellows will participate in intensive learning programs, group sessions,...

GrantWatch ID#: 217462

Grants to California Nonprofits, Businesses, Artists, and Arts Producers for Free Public Commu...

Deadline: 11/10/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations, community groups, businesses, artists, arts producers, and collectives for free public events in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events that celebrate community diversity and history, honor achieve...

GrantWatch ID#: 223217

Grants to British Columbia Organizations, Groups, and Individuals for Legal Support Related to...

Deadline: 11/12/25

Grants to British Columbia organizations, groups, and individuals to obtain legal support for environmental issues. Funding is intended for costs associated with hiring lawyers, experts, mediators, and facilitators, and for supporting strategic activities to address im...

GrantWatch ID#: 175379

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofit and Charitable Organizations for Programs that Benefit Youth ...

Deadline: 11/13/25

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit and charitable organizations and schools for projects and programs that benefit at-risk children and youth, 18 and under, in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of health and wellness, education and...

GrantWatch ID#: 196301

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies in Eligible Regions for Capacity Buil...

Deadline: 11/13/25

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies in eligible regions for capacity building and leadership centered on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of community development, arts and culture, consul...

GrantWatch ID#: 224392

Grants to Pennsylvania School Districts, Schools, Nonprofits, Businesses, IHEs and Conservatio...

Deadline: 11/14/25

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $30,000, and grants of up to $65,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, businesses, school districts, schools, IHEs, and conservation districts for projects that educate students about the environment. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 163473

Grants to Oregon Law Students to Cover Bar Exam Expenses

Deadline: 11/14/25

Grants to Oregon law students to help cover costs associated with taking the bar exam. Applications are invited from individuals from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds. Funding is intended to assist individuals with the application fees and preparation expenses ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176441
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Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits to Promote Opportunities for Black Youth and Young Adults

Deadline: 11/14/25

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations to promote economic opportunities for Black youth and young adults. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts and program support. Applicants should provide mentorship and professional coaching, skills training, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198004

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Charities to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locatio...

Deadline: 11/14/25

Grants of up to $8,000 to British Columbia registered nonprofit societies and charities for programs and projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that enrich the lives of residents, enhance community well-being, and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 217690

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, CBOs, Schools, and Tribes to Address Violence in Eli...

Deadline: 11/14/25

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, childcare facilities, and tribal entities for activities that address and prevent violence in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that focus on four funding categories: child/yo...

GrantWatch ID#: 224227

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, For-Profits, Tribes, and Agencies to Improve Telehealth Servic...

Deadline: 11/14/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and healthcare facilities to improve technology related to mental health services. Funding is intended to maintain continuity of care and preserve the pat...

GrantWatch ID#: 224237

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Recreational, Sports, and Cultura...

Deadline: 11/15/25

Grants of up to $1,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipal and First Nations recreation authorities to enhance cultural, recreational, and sports opportunities for residents in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to encourage res...

GrantWatch ID#: 163128

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research on Suicide and Suicide Preve...

Deadline: 11/15/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International academic investigators for studies on suicide and suicide prevention. Some applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Priority will be given to proposals that address racial and ethnic div...

GrantWatch ID#: 163155

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Eligible States to Promote Equality and Diversity

Deadline: 11/15/25

Grants of up to to $15,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible states to promote equality and diversity. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for program support, operating support, advocacy, and capacity building. Primari...

GrantWatch ID#: 174115

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Promote Social Justice in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/15/25

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that address social disparities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that fall into the focus areas of climate change and the environment, social justice, and democracy. Eligible applic...

GrantWatch ID#: 176451

Grants to Yukon Community Groups, Commercial Organizations, and Schools in Eligible Regions to...

Deadline: 11/15/25

Grants to Yukon community groups, business organizations, and schools in eligible regions for environmental sustainability projects that benefit local residents. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for original p...

GrantWatch ID#: 181537

Sponsorships to Oregon Nonprofits for Events that Benefit Underserved Populations

Deadline: 11/15/25

Sponsorships of up to $1,500 to Oregon and Washington nonprofit organizations and grassroots groups for events and projects that benefit underserved populations in eligible regions. Funding is intended to assist organizations with programs and activities that promote t...

GrantWatch ID#: 209936

Grants to Saskatchewan Artists and Arts Collectives to Improve Access to Resources in Underser...

Deadline: 11/15/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Saskatchewan artists, collectives, groups, or cultural leaders to improve the availability of arts resources to underserved communities. Funding is intended to increase access to and connections with arts and cultural resources by people of co...

GrantWatch ID#: 215045

Grants to Ontario Tribal Entities and Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/15/25

Grants to Ontario tribal entities, nonprofit organizations, charities, and qualified donees for programs that promote sustainability in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that help strengthen communities and support residents to make a re...

GrantWatch ID#: 215979

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Charities for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 11/17/25

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and registered charities for community programs that enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Focus areas include youth, recreation, environment, social services, equity and diversity, reconciliation, health,...

GrantWatch ID#: 163869

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Law Enforcement Agencies, Police Services, and Indigenous Groups...

Deadline: 11/17/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, law enforcement agencies, police services, and Indigenous, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis organizations to assist crime victims. Applicants must open an account prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects that...

GrantWatch ID#: 193522

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Groups, Organizations, and Individuals for Arts and Cul...

Deadline: 11/17/25

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit societies, groups, organizations, and individuals for a broad range of arts and cultural projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance and engage local communities through arts and cultural activities. Eligible prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 194422

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Capacity Building

Deadline: 11/17/25

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for capacity-building. Funding is intended for activities that enable the staff to work more effectively and efficiently. Activities should provide learning opportunities, encourage skill building, and includ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219032

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Initiatives to Improve the Health and ...

Deadline: 11/20/25

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for initiatives to improve the health and wellness of local residents. Applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for proposals benefitting underserved, vulnerab...

GrantWatch ID#: 177858

Grants to USA IHEs for Projects to Increase the Diversity of Online Resources

Deadline: 11/20/25

Grants to USA institutions of higher education for projects to increase the diversity of online resources. Funding is intended for projects that address the histories and interests of BIPOC and other marginalized communities. The goal of the program is to promote and p...

GrantWatch ID#: 199921

Grants to USA Investigators Associated with IHEs for New Projects to Increase the Diversity of...

Deadline: 11/20/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA investigators associated with IHEs for new projects to improve the availability of digital resources to humanities scholars. The purpose of funding is to promote racial and social justice in the field of academia. Priority is given to pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 199922

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, For-Profits, Tribes, IHEs, and Agencies for Workforce D...

Deadline: 11/20/25

Grants of up to $10,000 and in-kind support to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, tech businesses, institutions of higher education, local agencies, and Indigenous communities to hire new employees in technology-based positions. Funding is intended to help under...

GrantWatch ID#: 201287

Grants to USA Organizations in Multiple States to Create and Implement Zero Emissions Strategi...

Deadline: 11/20/25

Grants of $10,000 to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin grassroots organizations to create and implement zero emissions strategies for the local building sector. Projects should focus on fossil fuels and their impact on health, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216709

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Build and Repair Cultural Facilities

Deadline: 11/20/25

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and government agencies to build and upgrade native cultural facilities. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support land acquisition, development, renovations, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 220524

Grants to California Agencies and Tribal Governments for Projects to Develop Sustainable Modes...

Deadline: 11/21/25

Grants to California government agencies and tribal governments for projects to develop sustainable modes of transportation. The purpose of funding is to help achieve the state's goals for reducing carbon emissions. Grants are available for local and regional projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 147231

Grants to Mississippi Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Manage and Improve Forest Areas

Deadline: 11/21/25

Grants of up to $40,000 to Mississippi government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and public educational institutions to manage and improve forest areas. Funding is intended to plant trees and increase the benefits of the tree canopy; create and support long-term an...

GrantWatch ID#: 213554

Contracts for Services to Washington CBOs to Administer Small Business Grants for Priority Pop...

Deadline: 11/21/25

Contracts for services to Washington community-based organizations to administer small business grants for priority populations in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen small businesses in BIPOC communities for the purpose of economic and community deve...

GrantWatch ID#: 222978

Grants to Rhode Island CBOs to Support the State's Black Community

Deadline: 11/24/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Rhode Island community-based organizations to benefit the state's Black community. Funding is intended for economic enhancement programs, cultural initiatives, and mentoring and youth development opportunities. The goal of the grant program i...

GrantWatch ID#: 169982

Grants to Michigan and Wisconsin Nonprofits to Improve Health and Well-Being in Communities

Deadline: 11/24/25

Grants to Michigan and Wisconsin nonprofit community organizations for initiatives, programs, and events to improve the health and well-being of communities. Preference is for funding requests that promote the health and wellness of the community and are in alignment w...

GrantWatch ID#: 196938

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Training to Expand Employment Opportunities in the Clean Ene...

Deadline: 11/24/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations to expand employment opportunities in the clean energy sector. Applicants must complete relevant pre-qualification and registration prior to applying. Funding is intended for education and training programs that enable traditi...

GrantWatch ID#: 221316

Grants to New York Nonprofits to Benefit Underserved Residents

Deadline: 11/24/25

Grants of up to $1,000 to New York nonprofit organizations to strengthen community connections and promote social justice in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support nonprofits that work to advance equity, inclusion, and understanding across the region. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 224341

Grants to New York City Organizations, Theatre Companies, and Artist Collectives for General O...

Deadline: 11/25/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to New York City organizations, theater companies, and artist collectives for general operations. Funding is intended to increase opportunities for artists and theaters that have been historically underserved. Grants are intended for small theat...

GrantWatch ID#: 199249

Fellowships to New York City Community Leaders to Strengthen Skills for Building Local Communi...

Deadline: 11/25/25

Fellowships to New York City community leaders working for local nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to strengthen skills for building local communities and fighting bias-motivated violence. Eligible applicants are dedicated to serving the diverse populations...

GrantWatch ID#: 206304