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Grants for social justice, racial equality, economic justice human rights and social change for individuals, nonprofits, businesses, communities of color and other populations, cultures and religions that have been affected by 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 USA Scholars to Conduct Research Studies on the Causes of Inequity

Deadline 10/27/25 LOI Date: 07/16/25

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 economi...

GrantWatch ID#: 175588

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

Deadline 10/27/25 LOI Date: 07/16/25

Grants to USA scholars for research studies related to race-conscious admissions policies for institutions of higher education. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry and complete registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for social science research rela...

GrantWatch ID#: 213024
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Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Charities to Address Community Needs in Eligible Loc...

Deadline 10/29/25

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 and wel...

GrantWatch ID#: 217238
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Grants to British Columbia Charities and Donees to Benefit Local Youth

Deadline 10/30/25

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 civic pa...

GrantWatch ID#: 188273
Upcoming

Opportunity for British Columbia Indigenous and Immigrant Youth to Learn about Public Policy

Deadline 10/30/25

Opportunity for British Columbia racialized immigrant, refugee, and Indigenous youth (ages 19 to 29) to participate in a training program to learn about public policy. The participants will learn about policy issues impacting their lives and become knowledgeable about ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211229
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Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Projects to Improve Eligible Communities

Deadline 10/31/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and programs that align with the focus areas of economic justice, community ownership, and rapid community response. Priority areas within these ...

GrantWatch ID#: 191257

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline 10/31/25

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 projects ben...

GrantWatch ID#: 215699

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits for Workforce Development Activities

Deadline 11/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alabama nonprofit organizations for programs that respond to community needs. The purpose of funding is to strengthen organizational capacity to support underserved communities. Funding is intended for projects and activities that address work...

GrantWatch ID#: 171886

Grants to Maine Nonprofits for Programs to Improve Community Health Needs

Deadline 11/01/25

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 goal...

GrantWatch ID#: 187712

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline 11/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local communities. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of education, the environment, clean water, natural resource protection, basic needs such as food and housing, and social j...

GrantWatch ID#: 219608
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, Indigenous Communities, and Religious Entities to Supp...

Deadline 11/05/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, Indigenous communities, collaboratives, and religious entities to support existing programs that improve the quality of life and promote vibrant communities. Priority areas include active lifestyles, sustainabl...

GrantWatch ID#: 175840

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Improve Health and Equity in Eligible Regions

Deadline 11/06/25 LOI Date: 08/15/25

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to improve health and promote social justice in eligible regions. Certain applicants must submit an LOI before submitting a full grant application. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of criminal jus...

GrantWatch ID#: 173669
Upcoming

Grants to Washington Organizations to Develop Cultural facilities in Eligible Areas

Deadline 11/06/25

Grants to Washington organizations to develop cultural facilities in eligible areas. Funding is intended to create a community of developers that emphasize equitable practices in cultural building projects. The grants are considered a part of the area's efforts to focu...

GrantWatch ID#: 218158

Grants to Iowa Organizations Serving Eligible Locations to Strengthen Local Communities

Deadline 11/07/25 LOI Date: 10/01/25

Grants to Iowa organizations serving eligible locations to strengthen local communities. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended for initiatives to enhance the quality of life for residents. Eligible ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 147334
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies for Professional Development for Museum Personn...

Deadline 11/14/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and government agencies to improve museum services. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for projects that use the transformati...

GrantWatch ID#: 180756
Upcoming

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

Deadline 12/01/25 LOI Date: 08/01/25

Grants to USA and territories 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.

GrantWatch ID#: 176854

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Enhance Minority Communities in Eligible Areas

Deadline 12/15/25

Grants to Ohio nonprofits for activities that benefit minority communities and promote racial cooperation in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to enable people of every race, ethnicity, and background to achi...

GrantWatch ID#: 177578
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Social Justice and Anti-Discrimination Initiatives

Deadline 12/16/25 LOI Date: 10/02/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives that protect the rights of citizens and combat discrimination. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to eliminate all forms of prejudice and discriminatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 174660
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies to Strengthen the Quality of STEM Ed...

Deadline 01/14/26

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies to strengthen the quality of STEM education for the general public. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for a broa...

GrantWatch ID#: 154919

Grants to USA IHEs to Promote Diversity in the Fields of Mathematics and Science

Deadline 01/22/26

Grants to USA institutions of higher education to promote diversity in math and science programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of this program is to promote the participation of scientists from under...

GrantWatch ID#: 195081

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Promote Intercultural and Global Und...

Deadline 01/30/26 LOI Date: 09/30/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs that advance international, global, and intercultural understanding. Applicants must submit a brief proposal before submitting a full application. Funding is intended for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173082

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Operational Support

Deadline 01/31/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and charities in eligible locations to strengthen operations. Funding is intended for overall operating costs as opposed to a specific project or activity. Eligible applicants are located in and serve ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218527

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International PhD Student for Research Addressing Violence

Deadline 02/01/26

Grant of $25,000 to a USA, Canada, or International PhD student in the final year of study for research addressing violence. Funding is intended for studies related to violence within a broad range of areas including domestic, wars, terrorism, racial, political, and cr...

GrantWatch ID#: 205270
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Grants to Maine Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Tribes for Programs to Increase Racial Equi...

Deadline 02/14/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maine nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and tribal entities for initiatives to improve racial equity. Priority will be given to proposals addressing the focus areas of health, economic opportunity, and leadership developm...

GrantWatch ID#: 177592

Grants to USA Scholars for Research Investigating Pluralism, Diversity, and Inclusion

Deadline 02/18/26 LOI Date: 10/29/25

Grants to USA scholars for social sciences research related to pluralism and diversity. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support innovative studies related to immigration and ethnicity. Eligible uses...

GrantWatch ID#: 174368

Grants to USA Scholars to Conduct Research Studies on Factors that Impact Diverse Immigrant Po...

Deadline 02/18/26 LOI Date: 10/29/25

Grants to USA scholars for original research investigating the various factors that affect diverse immigrant populations and their descendants. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support studies on the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183562

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities in Eligible Locations to Improve Health Outcomes

Deadline 02/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario registered charities in eligible locations for community-based projects that improve health outcomes. Funding is intended for programs and activities to improve health equity for people from different backgrounds that are at a higher ...

GrantWatch ID#: 194431
Upcoming

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Programs that Address the Legal Needs of Residents and ...

Deadline 03/20/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs that address the legal needs of low-income clients and help to improve the legal system. First-time applicants must contact program staff before submitting a proposal. Funding is intended to promote the deliv...

GrantWatch ID#: 163694

Grants to Florida Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Community Betterment Programs and Projects

Deadline 03/31/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Florida nonprofit community-based organizations to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Consideration will be given to programs that focus on areas including, but not limited to, strengthening community identity, diversity, youth d...

GrantWatch ID#: 170846

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve the Quality of Life in Eli...

Deadline 04/01/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations, municipal agencies, educational institutions, and First Nations for programs and projects that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for activities in a range of focus areas, including but not limited to, poverty r...

GrantWatch ID#: 182097

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 increasing ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214122

In-Kind Donations to USA Schools and IHEs in Multiple States to Advance Digital Equity for Stu...

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind donations of technology and internet service to USA schools, colleges, and universities in multiple states to advance digital equity for students. Eligible applicants are located in the funding source's service area in the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Ari...

GrantWatch ID#: 126950

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Improve Communities and Neighborhoods in Eligible Areas

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to strengthen communities and promote social justice in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the focus areas of community revitalization, economic and educational opportunity, and public and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 130997

Grants to USA and International Nonprofits, Agencies, and For-Profits to Benefit Families, Chi...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and agencies for initiatives to benefit families, children, and communities. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Focus areas include equitable commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 133552

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Serve the Community in the Areas of Education...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, political and state subdivisions, and public IHES in multiple states to benefit residents. Funding is intended to support proposals in the following focus areas: education, with an emphasis on STEM education, hunger and housing, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 136763

Grants to Oregon Neighborhood Groups and Associations for Community Improvements in Eligible L...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon neighborhood groups and associations in eligible locations for community enhancement and improvement projects. Applicants must discuss their projects with program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to encourag...

GrantWatch ID#: 138513

Grants to British Columbia Charities and Donees for Capacity Building and Community Projects

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to British Columbia registered charities and qualified donees in eligible locations for capacity building and community-based projects that enhance the lives of local residents. Funding areas of interest include health, education, and reducing hunger. Eligible p...

GrantWatch ID#: 141371

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Regions to Enhance the Quality of Life ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000, grants of up to $5,000, and a grant of up to $10,000 to New York nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve the quality of life for women and girls in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects and activities in ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 146220

Grants and In-Kind Volunteer Support to Hawaii Organizations to Benefit Women and Children

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to Hawaii organizations in eligible regions for community projects to benefit local women and children. Funding is intended to enhance the educational, professional, and political status of women and girls through direct financial program sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 150158

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Address Poverty and Promote Economic and Social...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to address poverty and promote economic and social justice. Eligible applicants must serve communities in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, V...

GrantWatch ID#: 154507

Grants to Wisconsin Groups for Community-Led Projects

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Wisconsin groups for community-led projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that reflect the values of shared stewardship, opportunity, and equity. Projects must take place in one of the following communities of the Sou...

GrantWatch ID#: 155716
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Grants to Maine Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Educational Institutions for Projects Relate...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maine nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal governments, and educational institutions for projects related to health and health equity. Funding is intended for the implementation of unique approaches to projects already underwa...

GrantWatch ID#: 155756
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Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits, Agencies, Arts Programs, Faith-Based Entities, and Community ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $500 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, municipal agencies, faith-based organizations, and community groups for arts projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist new and emerging organizations requiring a small amount of funding. Projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 156820

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Community Benefit and Environmental Projects

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs to benefit communities in the funding source's service area. Focus areas include the environment, environmental education, workforce, skills development, and causes important to the local community. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 156969

Grants to Missouri and Kansas Nonprofits for Capital Expenses, Programs, and Capacity Building

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Missouri and Kansas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capital expenses, specific programs, and capacity-building efforts. Focus areas include social services, education for underserved youth, Jewish organizations, healthcare, business educatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 160023

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit and For-Profit Entrepreneurial Enterprises ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit entrepreneurial enterprises for initiatives that address important social issues at the national or global level. Funding is intended to support efforts that aim to improve the lives of individuals throu...

GrantWatch ID#: 161348

Grants to California Nonprofits to Assist Older Women and Gender Expansive Individuals to Re-E...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for promising, model, or start-up programs to assist older women ages 40 or older and gender-expansive people to re-enter the workforce and overcome societal barriers, including ageism and gender discri...

GrantWatch ID#: 161420

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Build a More Sustainable, Just, and Humane World

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects to build a more sustainable, just, and humane world. Focus areas include measuring human progress and promoting independent media. Eligible applicants are those with a national focus, a strong history of success, and r...

GrantWatch ID#: 162166
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