704 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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Opportunity for USA Leaders of Businesses and Organizations Working in the Health Field to Par...

Deadline: 04/27/26

Opportunity for USA founders and leaders of businesses and organizations, and innovators working to advance health equity to participate in a business accelerator program. Selected participants will receive grant funds, training, and the opportunity to network wit...

GrantWatch ID#: 202108
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Grants to Massachusetts Community-Based Organizations, IHEs, Schools, For-Profits, Tribes, and...

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants to Massachusetts community-based organizations, IHEs, schools, for-profits, tribes, and nonprofit organizations to bolster the clean energy workforce. Funding is intended to support initiatives to encourage young people from underserved communities to join ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219443
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations, tribal agencies, public institutions, and faith-based entities for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to create strong and healthy communities where everyone can ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222757
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Grants to Massachusetts Artists, Collectives, and Organizations for Public Art Projects

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants of $800 to Massachusetts artists, arts organizations, and collectives to develop and create public art projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that promote the belief that the arts play a crucial role in driving social change and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 227396
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Grants to Connecticut Organizations, Groups, and Individuals for Arts and Cultural Programming

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants to Connecticut organizations, groups, and individuals for arts and cultural programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that benefit the local economy, encourage social innovation, and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and just...

GrantWatch ID#: 134007
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists to Create and Perform Depictions of American ...

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants of $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create and perform presentations depicting various elements of democracy. Eligible performances must be new works and may be multi-disciplinary or in the fields of opera, music, dance, and theater. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 213606
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Grants to Washington Nonprofit Lending Entities to Improve Credit Availability

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit lending institutions to increase the availability of financial assistance for vulnerable populations. Funding is intended to promote investment in small, rural, and underserved businesses to boost community and economic development. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215067
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, Schools, and School Districts for Projects to Addr...

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, schools, and school districts for projects to address nutrition for children and youth. Funding is intended to ensure that all young people have access to nutritious and culturally...

GrantWatch ID#: 226803
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Grants to Illinois Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for African Americans

Deadline: 04/29/26 Conference Date: 04/27/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for African Americans in eligible locations. Funding is intended for Black-led organizations in the following focus areas: wealth building, community mobilization, and mental health and well...

GrantWatch ID#: 170392
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Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Individuals, and Organizations for Projects to Enhance the Quali...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta-registered nonprofit charities, community groups, individuals, and societies in eligible locations for activities to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding areas of interest include the environment, community su...

GrantWatch ID#: 138337
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

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 c...

GrantWatch ID#: 144048
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Awards to Iowa Individuals and Groups to Recognize Outstanding Volunteer Service

Deadline: 04/30/26

Awards to Iowa individuals and groups to recognize outstanding volunteer service. Nominations are welcome on behalf of those that volunteer in a variety of fields, including but not limited to mentoring, education, STEM, animal welfare, and disaster response and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 153510
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Government Entities for Public Arts Projects in Eligible Reg...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations and government entities, including parks and recreation departments and schools in eligible communities, for arts activities that benefit local residents. Funding is intended to promote equal access to inclusive and diver...

GrantWatch ID#: 168754
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Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and registered charities to serve local residents in eligible regions. Proposals will be accepted in the areas of disabilities and special needs, youth initiatives, and general community programs. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 171067
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 04/30/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 173596
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Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations for programs, activities, and events that benefit eligible communities. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to support community development initiatives, particular...

GrantWatch ID#: 175144
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Benefit Underserved Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

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 int...

GrantWatch ID#: 179365
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Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and CBOs to Enhance Community Programming and Benefit Residents

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit societies and community organizations for projects that enhance community programming and benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that promote diversity and inclusion, foster a sense of community,...

GrantWatch ID#: 181065
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Educational Events that Promote Diversity and Inclusivity

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for events and activities that promote education, inclusiveness, and diversity in eligible regions. Funding is intended for educational high-impact community events that are free and open to the public...

GrantWatch ID#: 194370
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Grants to British Columbia First Nations Bands and Agencies for Clean Energy Projects

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to British Columbia First Nation bands and agencies for environmental projects to benefit Native communities. Funding is intended to involve the public in the planning and development of clean energy initiatives and opportunities. Eligible programs align wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 197046
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits to Benefit African-Americans

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $25,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit African-American residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in a range of focus areas including but not limited to arts, economic development, education, envir...

GrantWatch ID#: 200387
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Grants to British Columbia Individuals for Initiatives to Improve the Community

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $600 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-le...

GrantWatch ID#: 205746
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Grants to New York Nonprofits and Faith-Based Organizations to Address Racism and Inequity in ...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to New York nonprofit and faith-based organizations for initiatives to address racism and inequity in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs, capital projects, and organizational development activities that benefit historically ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208387
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Opportunity for USA Teams of Youth and Adults to Join a Leadership Development Program

Deadline: 04/30/26

Opportunity for USA teams of youth leaders and adult leaders from eligible organizations to participate in a leadership development program. Successful applicants will receive professional development and coaching, monetary support for project expenses, and other ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210195
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Grants to Vermont Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Childcare Facilities to Provide Equipment...

Deadline: 04/30/26

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 ov...

GrantWatch ID#: 212568
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Grants to USA and Canada Organizations to Improve Healthcare for Underserved Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada organizations for initiatives to improve healthcare for underserved communities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: cancer prevention, advancing crisis preparedness and response, and increa...

GrantWatch ID#: 214122
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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Artists for Inclusive Projects in Eligibl...

Deadline: 04/30/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214758
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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, and Schools to Fund Events and Progr...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $2,500 or $5,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, agencies, businesses, and schools to fund events and programs in the humanities, arts, and sciences. Historically underfunded groups are encouraged to submit applications, including but not limit...

GrantWatch ID#: 219219
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Grants to Nevada Nonprofits to Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Nevada nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen the community by promoting health and wellness, supporting military members and veterans, and advancing youth development. The F...

GrantWatch ID#: 219467
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Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and CBOs to Improve Maternal Health Outcomes

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $5,000 to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and community-based organizations for programs that improve prenatal and postpartum health outcomes for women. Funding is intended to address and reduce maternal health disparities and improve prenatal care ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220083
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Grants to Missouri Employers to Hire People From Targeted Groups

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Missouri businesses to promote the hiring of workers from specific underserved populations. Funding is intended to assist employers who hire and pay individuals from targeted groups, including but not limited to qualified veterans who have faced signific...

GrantWatch ID#: 226245
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Grants to Canada Qualified Donees for Legal Research and Education

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Canada qualified donees for law-related activities. Funding will be awarded to programs in the areas of law reform and legislation, administration of justice, legal research, or legal education. Examples of past initiatives include systems of justice, co...

GrantWatch ID#: 147718
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Grants to Alberta Artists and Collectives to Increase Equity and Diversity in the Arts

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Alberta individuals, Indigenous individuals, and arts collectives in eligible locations to increase equity and diversity in the arts. Grant funds may be used for a broad range of activities that support major artistic projects, the creation of individual...

GrantWatch ID#: 147750
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Grant to a Michigan Nonprofit, Agency, or Faith-Based Institution in Eligible Locations for Ac...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grant of up to $40,000 to a Michigan nonprofit organization, government entity, or faith-based institution in eligible locations for a project to benefit the local community. Applicants must contact program staff to initiate the application process. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 148475
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Activities to Benefit Local Women and Girls in Eligible ...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit local girls and women in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects within the focus areas of economic development, health and safety, education, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 152736
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Grants to Idaho Nonprofits, Public Schools, and Agencies for Projects and Programs that Celebr...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Idaho nonprofit organizations, public educational institutions, government agencies, and libraries in eligible locations for projects and programs that celebrate diversity and advance human rights. Funding is for education, information, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 153378
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Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Programs and Projects to Benefit Communities i...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and public and private institutions in multiple states to benefit communities in eligible areas. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support p...

GrantWatch ID#: 177319
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Awards and In-Kind Support to USA Organization Founders Ages 50 and Over to Recognize Positive...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Awards of $75,000 and in-kind support to USA individual nonprofit founders ages 50 and older to recognize efforts to create a positive impact. The award is intended to acknowledge organizational leaders who use their life experiences to make a difference. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 180642
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Grants to Maine Nonprofits for Programs to Improve Community Health Needs

Deadline: 05/01/26

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
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Grants to Ontario Book Publishers for Business Development Activities

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario book publishers for activities that contribute to company growth. First-time applicants and new companies must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities that improve the company's bus...

GrantWatch ID#: 188933
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits, Healthcare Providers, and Schools to Improve Health Outcomes

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, faith-based entities, veterans' groups, and schools to improve health outcomes. Funding is intended to build capacity or enhance services, in alignment with the Foundation's strateg...

GrantWatch ID#: 196876
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, Educational Institutions, and Tribal Entities to Incr...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and tribal entities for diversity and inclusion initiatives in eligible counties. Funding may be used for educational programs, general operating support, ev...

GrantWatch ID#: 197704
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Grants and In-Kind Donations to New York Businesses, Organizations, and Individuals to Improve...

Deadline: 05/01/26

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
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Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Meet the Needs of At-Risk Youth

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, government agencies, school districts, and law enforcement agencies for projects and activities that meet the needs of at-risk youth. Funding is intended for programs that reflect community needs, inclu...

GrantWatch ID#: 212571
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Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Libraries, and Educational Foundations to Promote Social Justice

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofits, CBOs, public libraries, faith-based entities, community resource centers, and educational foundations for programs that promote social justice in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects and services that support divers...

GrantWatch ID#: 213973
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Grants and In-Kind Support to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, CBOs, and School Di...

Deadline: 05/01/26

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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Grants to Iowa and Wisconsin Nonprofits to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin and Iowa organizations for community benefit activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist organizations and programs that create structural and systemic change in underserved and marginalized communities. Eligible projects pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 219631
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Grants to Virginia Nonprofits, Schools, Religious and Government Entities, and Groups to Suppo...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations, schools, IHEs, religious or governmental entities, and groups to support social movement building in eligible regions. Funding is intended to provide social movement groups with wellness and reparative s...

GrantWatch ID#: 219699
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Grants to Virginia Nonprofits, IHEs, Schools, Agencies, Religious Entities, and Groups to Prom...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations, IHEs, schools, governmental and religious entities, and groups to promote social restructuring in eligible regions. Funding is intended to encourage innovative approaches to injustice and enhance organiz...

GrantWatch ID#: 219700
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Grants to Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies in Multiple States for Projects to Meet Community ...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to nonprofit organizations, agencies, and public schools in multiple states for projects to meet community needs. Funding is intended for activities serving under-resourced communities, and with a focus on STEM education and workforce readiness. Projects mu...

GrantWatch ID#: 220740