693 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 York Nonprofits in Eligible Counties to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in eligible communities. Funding may be used for capacity-building projects, small capital purchases, and programmatic expenses. Focus areas for this year include housing, equity...

GrantWatch ID#: 175352
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Grants to California Entities for Public Events that Benefit the Community

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to California individuals, groups, nonprofit organizations, and business entities for the organization of public events to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events that utilize volunteers and that focus on th...

GrantWatch ID#: 180208
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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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Grants to Saskatchewan Cultural Organizations and Tribal Entities to Address Critical Needs

Deadline: 05/19/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit arts and cultural organizations and Tribal entities for activities that address critical needs. Funding is intended to support grassroots, innovative cultural projects that respond to emergent needs or changes in t...

GrantWatch ID#: 213090
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Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Initiatives to Improve the Health and ...

Deadline: 05/20/26

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, vul...

GrantWatch ID#: 177858
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Grant to a Connecticut Artist or Group of Artists to Create Marine and Coastal-Themed Artwork

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grant of up to $1,000 to a Connecticut artist or group of artists for artwork related to marine and coastal environments. Funding is intended to cover the cost of supplies and other expenses associated with producing new works of art. All artistic disciplines are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180114
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Grants to USA IHEs for Equal Opportunity Workforce Development Programs

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to USA institutions of higher education to increase capacity to address workforce development equity. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support skill development and increase the ab...

GrantWatch ID#: 191154
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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
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Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503
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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Promote the Use of Technology by People with Disabilities

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants of up to $70,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to promote the use of technology among people with disabilities. Funding is intended to support projects and activities that support technology and disability justice. Eligible projects focus o...

GrantWatch ID#: 228500
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Grants to Florida Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Health Centers to Address Mental Health Conc...

Deadline: 05/21/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations, public agencies, schools, health facilities, and faith-based entities to address behavioral health inequities. Applicants must watch an information webinar before applying. Funding is intended to improve mental health and...

GrantWatch ID#: 197754
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Grants to New York Nonprofits for Programs and Projects that Benefit Local Residents in Eligib...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities related to the arts, education, environment, human services, health, social justice, and youth development. All pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 178072
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits to Provide Legal Services that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations to provide legal aid programs and services that benefit lawyers and residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support established or new law-related projects. The goal of the funding program is to e...

GrantWatch ID#: 180508
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Grants to Florida Nonprofits and IHEs for Arts Activities to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations, government agencies, academic institutions, and museums for arts activities to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives in the areas of arts, culture, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186476
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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
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Grants to Michigan Organizations to Promote Social Justice in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Michigan organizations for programs that promote social justice and benefit minority populations in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of youth leadership, inclusiveness, and transformative activism...

GrantWatch ID#: 209290
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Scholarships and Mentorships to South Carolina and Ontario Black Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Scholarships of $5,000 and in-kind support to South Carolina and Ontario Black or mixed race Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD students to promote career advancement in the digital marketing field. In addition to the scholarship, participants will receive individualiz...

GrantWatch ID#: 213923
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Research Teams for Studies Related to...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers and research teams for studies related to early childhood education. The purpose of funding is to further the understanding of the education of children from birth to age eight, using the principles of Froebelia...

GrantWatch ID#: 226773
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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

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

Deadline: 05/24/26

Grants to USA and territories individuals, organizations, groups, government agencies, schools, IHEs, and tribes for initiatives to enhance local communities. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects that will have a positive impact on animals, people, or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228763

Grants to California Artists and Arts Organizations in Eligible Regions for Professional Devel...

Deadline: 05/26/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to California artists and arts organizations in eligible regions for professional development activities. Funding is intended to help applicants grow their businesses, advance their abilities in the arts, and increase their professional capa...

GrantWatch ID#: 205186

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Promote Diversity and Business Development

Deadline: 05/26/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA small businesses to advance diversity and promote business development. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to submitting a complete proposal. Awardees will receive funding in addition to fully subsidized access to acce...

GrantWatch ID#: 208364

Grants to British Columbia Organizations, Groups, and Individuals for Environmental Legal Supp...

Deadline: 05/27/26

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 addre...

GrantWatch ID#: 175379

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and For-Profits for Projects that Enhance the Local Community

Deadline: 05/27/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Alberta nonprofit and for-profit organizations in eligible locations for activities that enhance the community. Funding is intended for large-scale transformative projects that foster economic development, strengthen capacity, promote in...

GrantWatch ID#: 204877

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Human Services Initiatives to Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 05/27/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofits in eligible locations for human services activities that strengthen local communities. First-time applicants must complete an organizational assessment prior to applying. Funding is intended to reduce poverty, address food insecurity, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227481

Grants to Manitoba Registered Charities and Schools to Benefit Children, Youth, and Families

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to Manitoba registered charities and schools to benefit families and children in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote healthy development, increase life skills, and provide local youth and children with opportunities to grow, learn, and give bac...

GrantWatch ID#: 171277

Grants to Canada Music Artists, Record Labels, and Managers for Artist Promotion and Touring I...

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 175217

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Educational Events that Promote Diversity and Inclusivity

Deadline: 05/28/26

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

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Research Related to Preeclampsia

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-stage investigators and researchers for studies related to preeclampsia. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for research that addresses he...

GrantWatch ID#: 213150

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, Canada, and International Nonprofits and CBOs for Children's Education and Spor...

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, NGOs, and CBOs for initiatives to promote education and sports for children in underserved communities. Funding is intended to improve educational outcomes for children in grades K through 12. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 224525

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Agencies to Improve the Local Qu...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for programs that improve the quality of life in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of education and youth, arts and cu...

GrantWatch ID#: 177498

Grants to Illinois and Iowa Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible Locatio...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations to address the needs of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support capital, operating, and program expenses. Focus areas include education, culture, health, youth, community development, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180456

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 Minnesota Local and Tribal Governments to Rehabilitate Commercial Sites

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota local and tribal units of government to improve industrial premises and commercial buildings in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to upgrade and transform sites into usable commercial locations that contribute to the econom...

GrantWatch ID#: 184229

Grants to USA Early-Career Investigators for Research to Improve the Health of Pregnant Women,...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to USA early-career investigators affiliated with institutions for research to improve the health of pregnant women, mothers, and newborns. Priority will be given to proposals addressing health equity and preterm birth. All proposals must have a direct link...

GrantWatch ID#: 186155

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Projects to Promote Economic Developm...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities for projects that promote economic development within the funding source's service area. Funding is intended for educational activities, research studies, and development-focused...

GrantWatch ID#: 191232

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies to Provide Professional Training Opportunit...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and governmental entities to provide professional training opportunities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for collaborations with industry sectors to support job creation or retention. The goal of the prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 191234

Grants to Minnesota Businesses for Mineral Exploration Projects

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota businesses for exploratory mineral drilling and analysis projects in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a pre-application to determine eligibility prior to applying. Funding priority is intended for projects that serve BIPOC communities, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197258

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Land Restoration Projects

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, local governments, and tribal government entities for land restoration projects in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a pre-application to determine eligibility prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197260

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits to Benefit Underserved Populations

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to address social disparities in eligible counties. Funding is intended to strengthen the capacity of grassroots organizations working to impact communities in need. Grants will improve...

GrantWatch ID#: 203560

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

Grants to Indiana High Schools Libraries to Improve Literacy

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Indiana high school libraries and media centers for programs that improve literacy and education in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance library collections, promote technology, and encourage equitable access to resources for high school st...

GrantWatch ID#: 213775

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

Deadline: 05/29/26

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 Louisiana Nonprofits, Churches, Schools, and Hospitals for Health Initiatives

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, churches, schools, hospitals, and veterans groups for programs and services to benefit child, infant, and maternal health. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives, including but not limite...

GrantWatch ID#: 228674

Grants to Massachusetts Service Providers and Residents to Advance Social and Racial Justice

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Massachusetts service providers, advocates, and residents for projects to advance social and racial justice in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of education and training, community engagement, and Diversity, Equit...

GrantWatch ID#: 229026

Grants to New Brunswick Nonprofits, First Nations, and Agencies to Support Inclusion in Athlet...

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Brunswick nonprofit organizations, First Nations, and municipalities for physical activity programs that promote inclusion. Funding is intended to support improvements to facilities to increase inclusion and access in recreation and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177513

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Benefit the Local Hispanic Community

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to support innovative programs that improve the quality of life for Hispanic residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance and promote educational, social, and economic opportunities for disadvantaged Hispan...

GrantWatch ID#: 129151

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits and Communities for Youth Sports Programs

Deadline: 05/31/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 153554

Grants to Massachusetts and New York Nonprofits to Support Social Action and Meet Local Needs

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Massachusetts and New York nonprofit organizations to promote social action and address the needs of the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives to share Jewish values and respond to critical community n...

GrantWatch ID#: 174406