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687 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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687 grants found

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Districts, and Tribes for Projects that Enhance Wat...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, resource conservation districts, and tribes for projects that enhance the water quality of designated watersheds and their ecosystems. Priority will be given to projects that benef...

GrantWatch ID#: 172457

Grants to Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York Young Adults in Eligible Counties for Inter...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York teens, young adults, and groups in eligible counties for international humanitarian projects. Funding is intended to support community service projects to promote justice and peace. Eligible applicants are student...

GrantWatch ID#: 177710

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Public Arts Programs

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $500 and grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for publicly accessible arts programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote the arts and increase opportunities for residents to e...

GrantWatch ID#: 179263

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Promote the Health and Wellness of Local R...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, religious organizations, government entities, and schools to promote health and well-being in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and organizations addressing the needs of cancer patients and their families,...

GrantWatch ID#: 179322

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, Religious Organizations, and Schools to Address Community...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, religious organizations, and schools for initiatives that address community health needs in eligible locations. Focus areas include mental health, community safety, chronic disease, acce...

GrantWatch ID#: 179325

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits and Tribes to Promote Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity

Deadline: 10/15/26

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

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Programs that Address Mental Health and ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs to support people with mental health or substance abuse challenges. New applicants must register online prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to allow individuals to access...

GrantWatch ID#: 190265

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Agencies, and Community-Based Groups to Improve the Health of B...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and community-based groups for initiatives to improve the health of BIPOC communities. Funding is intended to help build movements to support advocacy and racial and economic justice within the healt...

GrantWatch ID#: 198220

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Improve Health Outcomes

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities. Funding is intended to address community needs with projects including, but not limited to, health equity, health literacy, and disease prevention. The Foundation...

GrantWatch ID#: 200293

Grants to Colorado Health-Based Facilities, IHEs, and Tribal Entities for Workforce Expansion ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Colorado health education facilities, community-based organizations, institutions of higher education, tribal entities, dental clinics, and other health centers to promote diversity and workforce development. Applicants are required to register in the gr...

GrantWatch ID#: 209625

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits to Provide Social Services in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations to provide social services and community benefit programs in eligible locations. First-time applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for preventive social programs that strengthen individu...

GrantWatch ID#: 210513

Grants to Massachusetts Public School Districts and Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Improve Ed...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Massachusetts public school districts and nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to improve education for underserved students. Funding is intended to support students from low-income families and BIPOC students. Applicants must serve ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214727

Grants to New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut Nonprofits, and Individuals to Promote Soci...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut nonprofit organizations, individuals, entrepreneurs, and community-based groups to promote social justice and address racial inequities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support BIPOC-owned, -centered,...

GrantWatch ID#: 215145

Grants to Pennsylvania Small Businesses to Promote Growth and Development

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Pennsylvania small businesses in eligible locations for projects that promote growth and strengthen capacity. Funding is intended to address inequitable access to capital and historical disparities, to build wealth in local communities. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216780

Grants to Colorado Organizations to Benefit Youth and Promote Social Justice

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Colorado organizations to benefit youth and promote social justice. Funding is intended for activities focused on groups of young people experiencing disparities, including those for whom English is a second language, immigrants and refugees, those who h...

GrantWatch ID#: 220960

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Benefit Families, Children, and Communities of Color

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations for initiatives to promote equity and benefit families, children, and communities of color in eligible regions. Funding priorities include projects in the focus areas of education and early childhood; economic mobility ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228657

Grants to Nonprofits in Multiple States for Educational Programs

Deadline: 10/16/26

Grants to California, Colorado, Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs that improve educational outcomes for children in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before submitting a full grant proposal.Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 220024

Grants to Canada Individuals for Research Projects Focused on Kidney Disease

Deadline: 11/23/26 LOI Date: 10/19/26

Grants to Canada independent researchers affiliated with eligible institutions to study kidney disease. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying. Eligible expenses may include supplies, materials, equipment, payment of laboratory assistants, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 174821

Grants to Virginia Library Staff to Provide Equitable Learning Programs

Deadline: 10/19/26

Grants to Virginia librarians and library media specialists for programs that provide inclusive and equitable learning opportunities. Funding is intended to support students with a broad range of abilities, communities, backgrounds, and learning styles. Grants are...

GrantWatch ID#: 209819

Grants to USA Early-Career Scholars for Research in the Social Sciences

Deadline: 10/21/26

Grants of up to $50,000 and grants of up to $65,000 to USA early-career researchers to conduct research focusing on the social sciences. Applicants must register in the grant portal prior to applying. The purpose of the program is to support research that identifi...

GrantWatch ID#: 187123

Grants to Pennsylvania and New Jersey Nonprofits for Arts and Cultural Programming

Deadline: 10/22/26

Grants to Pennsylvania and New Jersey nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to expand access to diverse, inclusive, and high-quality arts and culture experiences. The grant program supports performanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 129625

Grants to USA Scholars to Conduct Research Studies on the Causes of Inequity

Deadline: 02/22/27 LOI Date: 10/28/26

Grants to USA scholars to conduct original research on the causes of inequity. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support studies investigating the contributing factors, causes, and effects of ec...

GrantWatch ID#: 175588

Grants to Michigan Physicians for Research Projects to Improve Health Care

Deadline: 01/06/27 LOI Date: 10/28/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan physicians for research projects aimed at improving health care. Applicants must submit a concept paper before applying. Funding is intended to support feasibility studies, pilot studies, or small research projects that address...

GrantWatch ID#: 187823

Grants to USA Scholars for Research Studies Related to Race-Conscious IHE Admissions Policies

Deadline: 02/22/27 LOI Date: 10/28/26

Grants to USA scholars for research studies related to race-conscious admissions policies for institutions of higher education. Applicants must register in the grant portal and submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to support innovative...

GrantWatch ID#: 213024

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/30/26

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 fe...

GrantWatch ID#: 148593

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Tribes and Nonprofits for Social Action Initiatives

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208765

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits and Communities for Youth Sports Programs

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations and communities for sports and recreation programs benefiting youth. Funding is intended to allow greater participation in sports activities and development opportunities for Indigenous youth. The majority of sports p...

GrantWatch ID#: 153554

In-Kind Donations to USA Nonprofits and Schools for Product Purchases to Address Youth Develop...

Deadline: 10/31/26

In-kind grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for product purchases that support food pantries and after-school programming. Funding is intended for organizations that address food insecurity and/or focus on youth development in local c...

GrantWatch ID#: 183698

Grants to British Columbia Charities and Donees to Benefit Local Youth

Deadline: 10/31/26

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 civ...

GrantWatch ID#: 188273

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits to Promote Social Justice

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations for innovative projects that promote social justice and benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to assist nonprofits that integr...

GrantWatch ID#: 210668

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

Deadline: 10/31/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 210669

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/31/26

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 project...

GrantWatch ID#: 215699

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

Deadline: 10/31/26

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 a...

GrantWatch ID#: 217238

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

Deadline: 10/31/26

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 unm...

GrantWatch ID#: 217688

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects That Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to help charities support underserved communities by furthering their goals and objectives. The primary focus of the Foundation’s grant awards...

GrantWatch ID#: 224219

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Community Programs and Events

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Florida nonprofit organizations for community-based activities and projects that improve equitable community health and well-being in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support community events, new or expanded programs, innovativ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230501

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Assess and Develop Programs to Address Disparities in Education

Deadline: 03/15/27 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research to assess and develop programs that address inequality in education based on income, race, and ethnicity. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. The Founda...

GrantWatch ID#: 176854

Grants to Maine Nonprofits for Programs to Improve Community Health Needs

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations to enhance the health and well-being of communities throughout the state. Funding is intended for programs and initiatives to improve the quality of life and health of residents, particularly for underserved populations. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 187712

Grants and In-Kind Donations to New York Businesses, Organizations, and Individuals to Improve...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 and in-kind donations to New York businesses, organizations, families, and individuals to address community needs, community wellness, and environmental stewardship in eligible regions. Eligible requests include gift basket donations, beer d...

GrantWatch ID#: 207091

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for initiatives that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and projects that enhance financial and social opportunities. Requests for capital projects will be considered. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 216372

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits, Agencies, Individuals, and Tribes for Projects to Serve Residents

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, individuals, community groups, IHEs, schools, and tribes for initiatives to benefit the community in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 228887

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, Individuals, and Tribes for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, IHEs, community groups, individuals, and tribes for initiatives to benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 228888

Grants to Oregon Agencies, Nonprofits, Tribes, and Individuals for Projects to Benefit Residen...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Oregon government agencies, nonprofit organizations, community groups, schools, IHEs, tribes, and individuals for activities to benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228889

Grants to Florida Individuals, Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Florida individuals, community groups, nonprofit organizations, schools, IHEs, government agencies, and tribes for community benefit initiatives in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended t...

GrantWatch ID#: 228890

Grants to California Individuals, Agencies, Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes for Community Projects

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to California individuals, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, IHEs, schools, and tribes for projects to benefit communities in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for initiative...

GrantWatch ID#: 228893

Grants to USA and Canada Teachers to Improve Math Outcomes for Underachieving Students

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA and Canada PK-6 classroom teachers and teams of teachers to develop mathematics curriculum that improves outcomes for underachieving students. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. This grant support...

GrantWatch ID#: 231156

Grants to USA and Canada Teachers to Improve Math Outcomes for Underachieving High School Stud...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to USA and Canada grade 6-12 classroom teachers and teams of teachers to develop mathematics curriculum that improves outcomes for underachieving students. Applicants must be members of the funding source's institution to apply. This grant s...

GrantWatch ID#: 231157

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Tribes for Volunteer Projects

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations, school districts, IHEs, government agencies, and tribal entities for volunteer projects and activities across the state. Funding is intended to strengthen communities, empower individuals, bridge barriers, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 150379

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, educational organizations, and government entities for programs and projects that address community needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of education, arts an...

GrantWatch ID#: 178895

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Cultural Events in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for culturally related programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that promote cultural awareness and understanding. The grant program seeks to support initiative...

GrantWatch ID#: 225866