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703 Grants for Social Justice

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 and In-Kind Support to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, CBOs, and School Di...

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants and in-kind support to Massachusetts community-based organizations, academic institutions, school districts, trade associations, tribal entities, and nonprofit and for-profit organizations to expand the clean energy workforce. Funding is intended to create ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218640
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Awards to New York City Nonprofits Working to Promote Social Equity and Racial Justice

Deadline: 05/15/26

Awards to New York City nonprofit organizations in eligible communities to acknowledge efforts to advance equity. The purpose of this program is to honor local organizations that have shown dedication to serving the local community and addressing challenges relate...

GrantWatch ID#: 181137

Grants to Illinois Individuals for Arts Projects that Foster Just Communities

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois individuals, including journalists, community advocates, educators, artists, and others, for humanities- and arts-based projects that build just communities. Funding is intended for performances, publications, podcasts, research ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190548
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Collaborative Projects that Benefit Individuals With Disabilities

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for collaborative activities that benefit individuals with disabilities. The purpose of the program is to strengthen disability rights, inclusion, and justice. Priority will be given to applicants that are dis...

GrantWatch ID#: 197548

Grants to British Columbia Agencies and Tribes for Community Relations and Health Policies

Deadline: 06/02/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and up to $15,000 to British Columbia agencies and tribes to strengthen local communities and respond to health needs. Funding is intended for relationship-building projects among community members, and for projects to develop or improve pol...

GrantWatch ID#: 188308

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Projects to Promote Equity in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/15/26 LOI Date: 07/08/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for projects to promote equity in eligible regions. Funding is intended to increase the capacity of organizations working to remove systemic barriers experienced by local residents. Eligible applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 220442

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Promote Environmental Justice and Community Resilience

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants of $30,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to promote environmental justice and enhance community resilience in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to ensure that all local residents live in communities free of environmental hazards and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209593

Grants to Texas Agencies, Nonprofits, and IHEs to Address Health Disparities

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Texas government agencies, nonprofit organizations, IHEs, school districts, and public housing authorities to improve the health of residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to identify and address health disparities and the socioeconomic condit...

GrantWatch ID#: 204971
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Grants to Illinois CBOs and Health Departments to Assist Cancer Patients

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit community-based organizations and health departments to provide patient navigation services to breast cancer patients. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to guide patients through a...

GrantWatch ID#: 221958
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Grants to Illinois CBOs and Health Departments for Cancer Outreach and Education

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Illinois nonprofit community-based organizations and health departments for community outreach and educational services related to breast cancer. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to...

GrantWatch ID#: 221959

Grants to Connecticut Agencies, Corporations, and Nonprofits for Economic Development

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants to Connecticut municipalities, community development corporations, and nonprofit organizations for economic development projects that benefit underrepresented communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to foster economic development in historica...

GrantWatch ID#: 203737

Grants to Minnesota Healthcare Providers to Improve Healthcare Access

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Minnesota healthcare providers to improve healthcare access throughout the state. Funding is intended to increase access, reduce disparities, and advance equity. Applicants should foster independence and enhance the quality of life for individuals with d...

GrantWatch ID#: 228739

Opportunity for USA Early-Career Physicians, and Residents to Join in a Program in Health Care

Deadline: 06/22/26

Opportunity for USA and territories early-career physicians, residents, junior faculty, fellows, and other qualified individuals to participate in a research program to address issues in health care and certification. Selected participants will receive a $15,000 s...

GrantWatch ID#: 203039

Grants to British Columbia First Nation Organizations, and Schools for Cultural Projects

Deadline: 06/02/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to British Columbia First Nation organizations, tribal councils, and schools for cultural projects and programming. Funding is intended to plan, implement, and document community-based cultural practices and events that affirm identities, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 217119

Grant to a Texas Nonprofit for Services to the Local Latinx Community

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grant of $5,000 to a Texas nonprofit organization serving the Latinx community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for general operating support. Eligible applicants are organizations serving Latinx individuals and families of any race. Services must be del...

GrantWatch ID#: 180836

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based entities to enhance the quality of life of residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to strengthen the well-being, vibrancy, and resilience of the community. Projects should...

GrantWatch ID#: 192965

Grants to Canada Researchers for Studies on the Equitable Provision of School Meals

Deadline: 10/07/26 LOI Date: 06/25/26

Grants to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible nonprofit institutions for studies to identify gaps in the equitable provision of school meals to those experiencing food insecurity. Applicants must complete required registrations and register in the grant po...

GrantWatch ID#: 228704

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Youth and Children

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Oregon CBOs, nonprofit organizations, school districts, and government agencies for initiatives to benefit youth and children in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address substance usage, suicide prevention, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 228869

Grants to USA Organizations Addressing Environmental Issues for Capacity Building and Training

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA organizations to address issues related to environmental health and related public health risks. Funding is intended to help build the capacity and leadership of grassroots groups. Grant funds may also be requested to provide educatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 190689

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Community Development

Deadline: 07/30/26 LOI Date: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public schools and other public entities, tribal governments, and churches for community development activities in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of...

GrantWatch ID#: 211488

Grants to USA Physician Assistants for to Promote Health Care in Underserved Communities

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA physician assistants for projects to promote health care for underserved communities. Priority will be given to projects that have an innovative design, foster collaboration and partnerships, and emphasize direct patient education, ca...

GrantWatch ID#: 213711

Grants to USA IHE-Based Research Institutes for Youth Equality Research

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to USA IHE-based research institutions, centers, and schools partnering with nonprofit organizations and public agencies on research projects that promote equality for youth. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of justice, education, mental...

GrantWatch ID#: 186088

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, IHEs, Schools, and Agencies for Activities to Benefit Residents...

Deadline: 06/04/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, IHEs, schools, and government agencies for activities to benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to applying. Eligible organizations align the...

GrantWatch ID#: 223301

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 06/24/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include youth development, health and wellbeing, economic opportunity, basic needs, and arts and creativity. Suppo...

GrantWatch ID#: 169966

Grants to Connecticut Schools for Educational Enrichment Programs

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants to Connecticut schools in eligible locations for educational enhancement programs. Funding is intended to expand and develop sustainable enrichment and extracurricular programming opportunities. The grant program seeks to provide ongoing opportunities to ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 221664

Grants to Louisiana Researchers and CBOs for Studies Related to Health Concerns

Deadline: 06/04/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Louisiana individuals and community-based organizations for collaborative research studies related to medical concerns and health-related issues. Funding is intended to address major health challenges in the state with a focus on disease...

GrantWatch ID#: 228933

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Tribes for Youth Recreation Programs

Deadline: 09/15/26 LOI Date: 06/02/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government agencies, businesses, school districts, and Tribes to expand outdoor recreation opportunities for underrepresented youth and families. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Eligible proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 219780

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Tribes for Nutrition Related Advocacy Activities

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofits and tribes in multiple states to support advocacy activities that promote good nutrition for families and children. Funding is intended to advance policy solutions that strengthen nutrition programs and improve access to healthy food. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 229076
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Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits to Improve Health and Health Equity for Local Residents

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to New Mexico nonprofit organizations for programs to improve health and health equity for local residents. Funding is intended to support projects that address the following priority areas: workforce development, culturally appropriate ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 181345
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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Address Health Equity, Mental Health, and Community Well...

Deadline: 05/14/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for initiatives that strengthen health and well-being in eligible locations. Funding priorities include programs that address mental health and behavioral health needs, support addiction recovery, reduce barriers to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164133
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Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Tribes for Projects that Benefit You...

Deadline: 05/14/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Saskatchewan cultural groups, nonprofit organizations, schools, libraries, Tribal entities, and municipalities to promote arts and cultural projects for children and youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support cultural, ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 214208

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Benefit Children and Youth

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations to benefit children in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support children from birth through the age of 18. The goal of the program is ensure that children are born healthy, are ready for kinderga...

GrantWatch ID#: 203525

Grants to USA Grassroots Organizations for Social Justice Programs

Deadline: 06/19/26

Grants of $25,000 to Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming grassroots organizations for social justice programs. Funding is intended for programs that work to reform or eliminate the carceral systems, with an emphasis on underrepresented communities and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229097
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Grants to Manitoba Artists, Nonprofits, and Groups for Arts Programming for Underserved Artist...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Manitoba individual artists and nonprofit arts organizations and groups serving underserved communities for programs related to the arts. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 147768
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Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Recreational, Sports, and Cultura...

Deadline: 05/15/26

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 encourag...

GrantWatch ID#: 163128
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Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, First Nations, Métis Settlements, and IHEs for Projects that Be...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations, First Nations, Métis settlements, and IHEs for projects to enrich and enhance communities throughout the province. Funding may be used for new or current programs, community events, technology, gender equity projects, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 163841
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Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits and Tribes to Promote Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations, registered charities, and Mi’kmaw communities to promote inclusion and social equity. Funding is intended to assist organizations that represent traditionally marginalized populations and celebrate ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182399
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Grants to Washington School Districts, Nonprofits, and Agencies to Address Racial Disparities

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington school districts, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies to address racial disparities in eligible communities. Funding is intended for organizational capacity-building and policy and systems reform efforts to improve...

GrantWatch ID#: 183914

Grants to USA Community Organizations in Midwestern States Addressing the Needs of Low-Income ...

Deadline: 06/30/26 LOI Date: 05/15/26

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin grassroots community organizations and groups for general operational support. First-time applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended for applicants that...

GrantWatch ID#: 185154
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects that Address Racial Inequities

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies for innovative programs that address racial disparities and promote social justice. Funding is intended to respond to the systemic racism that prevents the pursuit of justice for historically marginali...

GrantWatch ID#: 191626
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Grants to Minnesota Individuals and Groups to Strengthen Indigenous Communities

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota individuals and small groups to strengthen community and culture among Indigenous peoples in eligible locations. Funding is intended for supplies, materials, space rental, food, and compensation for program organizers and Indige...

GrantWatch ID#: 206193
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Grants to Illinois Arts and Cultural Organizations for Operating Expenses

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Illinois arts and cultural organizations in eligible locations for operating expenses. Funding is intended for small and mid-sized arts groups with a proven commitment to equity and serving underrepresented communities. This grant program is designed to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208929
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Grants to Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Be...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local residents in eligible communities. Certain applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding may be used for gene...

GrantWatch ID#: 209755
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Sponsorships to Oregon Nonprofits for Events that Benefit Underserved Populations

Deadline: 05/15/26

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 prom...

GrantWatch ID#: 209936
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Opportunity for USA and International Individuals of African Origin to Participate in a Fellow...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals of African origin to participate in a human rights fellowship program. Participants will receive extensive training, build their skills, learn about international human rights laws, and become familiar wit...

GrantWatch ID#: 214372
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Grants to Saskatchewan Artists and Arts Collectives to Improve Access to Resources in Underser...

Deadline: 05/15/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215045
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Assist Businesses in Underserved Locations

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capacity building and operating support. Funding is intended to assist organizations that play a critical role in supporting small businesses located in historically underinvested areas, helping...

GrantWatch ID#: 219668
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Foster Equity in Housing, Economics, Environment, and Health

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and activities to foster equity and inclusion for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of housing, economic, environmental, and health equity. Applicants must se...

GrantWatch ID#: 222927
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Grants to Alabama Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Alabama nonprofit organizations for projects that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs focused on education, health, science, technology, cultural awareness, and economic empowe...

GrantWatch ID#: 223030
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Award to a Louisiana, Pennsylvania, or Washington, DC Nonprofit to Honor Exceptional Work in P...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Award to a Louisiana, Pennsylvania, or Washington, DC nonprofit organization to honor exceptional work impacting the local community. The award recipient will be recognized for outstanding achievements in combating antisemitism, protecting democratic institutions,...

GrantWatch ID#: 228007