The Needmor Fund for Social Justice’s Core Grants Program provides general operating support to groups engaged in the work of community organizing. Donor Name: Needmor Fund State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2025 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not … [Read more...] about Needmor’s Core Grant for Community Organizing
Latest Grants for Social Justice
The latest and upcoming grants, awards, fellowships, and other opportunities and resources in the area of Social Justice for nonprofits, businesses, institutions, and individuals in the United States.
The Field Foundation of Illinois Justice Grant
The Field Foundation of Illinois is seeking applications for its Justice Grant. Donor Name: The Field Foundation of Illinois State: Illinois Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: All Time Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: For the Field Foundation’s Justice portfolio, community power building … [Read more...] about The Field Foundation of Illinois Justice Grant
Grants for Small to Midsize Arts Organizations
The Opportunity Fund awards grants to small to midsize arts organizations, and initiatives that advance social and economic justice. Donor Name: Opportunity Fund State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/15/2025 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The … [Read more...] about Grants for Small to Midsize Arts Organizations
2025-2026 Systems Change Fellowship (California)
The Systems Change Fellowship supports LA-based nonprofit initiatives led by those with lived experience of the systemic issues they’re tackling. Donor Name: Social Justice Partners Los Angeles State: California County: Los Angeles County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/14/2025 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant … [Read more...] about 2025-2026 Systems Change Fellowship (California)
Grants available for LGBTQ+ Community in Alabama
The LGBTQ Fund at the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham is thrilled to announce the release of its Request for Proposals (RFP), launching the 2025 Grant Cycle. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham State: Alabama County: Blount County (AL), Jefferson County (AL), Saint Clair County (AL), Shelby County (AL), Walker … [Read more...] about Grants available for LGBTQ+ Community in Alabama
HFPG Resident Engagement Grants – Connecticut
The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving seeks proposals from nonprofits or community groups engaged in or planning of efforts to increase local civic participation in support of community wide social and/or civic change for the benefit of residents in Greater Hartford. Donor Name: Hartford Foundation for Public … [Read more...] about HFPG Resident Engagement Grants – Connecticut
Planning & Building for Social Justice Grant (Connecticut)
With this opportunity, the Leever Foundation is interested in strengthening social justice efforts in Waterbury, Connecticut by supporting community-driven grassroots organizations, collectives, local groups and networks working toward justice and equity. Donor Name: Leever Foundation State: Connecticut City: Waterbury Type of Grant: … [Read more...] about Planning & Building for Social Justice Grant (Connecticut)
Creative Shorts Fellowship for Emerging Native Filmmakers
The Creative Shorts Fellowship supports Emerging Native filmmakers to produce a short film: documentary, drama, experimental, or animation piece; and supports a mentorship with a career professional film producer or director. Donor Name: Vision Maker Media State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: … [Read more...] about Creative Shorts Fellowship for Emerging Native Filmmakers
City of Portland PCEF Community Grant 2025 – Oregon
The Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund is committed to supporting projects that advance climate, racial, and social justice in City of Portland. Donor Name: City of Portland State: Oregon City: Portland Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/27/2025 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 5 Years Details: PCEF … [Read more...] about City of Portland PCEF Community Grant 2025 – Oregon
2025 Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) Program in New York
TAG grants often act as a catalyst for arts and cultural organizations to begin their preservation efforts and as leverage for future capital grants. Donor Name: Preservation League of New York State State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 04/11/2025 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant … [Read more...] about 2025 Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) Program in New York
Applications open for Preserve New York Grant 2025
Preserve New York Grants are intended to help arts and cultural organizations plan and fundraise for ambitious capital projects. Donor Name: Preservation League of New York State State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 04/11/2025 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not … [Read more...] about Applications open for Preserve New York Grant 2025
Rx Foundation’s Building Capacity for Health Advocacy Grant
The Rx Foundation has launched a new funding cycle for the Building Capacity for Health Advocacy grants. Donor Name: Rx Foundation State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 03/31/2025 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This grant program is open to … [Read more...] about Rx Foundation’s Building Capacity for Health Advocacy Grant
Women’s Giving Circle Grant – Iowa
The Women’s Giving Circle makes grants to nonprofits to support projects or programs that help women/children your organization serves gain self-sufficiency and/or significantly addresses barriers to opportunity for women/children. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque State: Iowa County: Allamakee County (IA), Clayton County (IA), … [Read more...] about Women’s Giving Circle Grant – Iowa
Grants to support Veterans, Health, and Youth Development in Nevada
The Raiders Foundation provides grants to uplift the community through support of military members and veterans, health and wellness initiatives and youth development efforts. Donor Name: Raiders Foundation State: Nevada City: Las Vegas Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 03/28/2025 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant … [Read more...] about Grants to support Veterans, Health, and Youth Development in Nevada
Church in Radburn Christian Values Grant – New Jersey
The Church in Radburn Christian Values Grant funds organizations that embody Christian principles and make a positive impact on communities while upholding the values of compassion, service and love. Donor Name: Community Foundation of New Jersey State: New Jersey County: Bergen County (NJ), Passaic County (NJ) Type of Grant: … [Read more...] about Church in Radburn Christian Values Grant – New Jersey
2025 Youth Service Fund – Virginia
The Virginia Conference of The United Methodist Church is seeking applications for its 2025 Youth Service Fund. Donor Name: Virginia Conference of The United Methodist Church State: Virginia County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 03/03/2025 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Youth Service … [Read more...] about 2025 Youth Service Fund – Virginia
New Mexico: Civic & Economic Opportunities Grant
The Santa Fe Community Foundation is seeking applications for its Civic & Economic Opportunities Grant. Donor Name: Santa Fe Community Foundation State: New Mexico County: Mora County (NM), Mora County (NM), Rio Arriba County (NM), Rio Arriba County (NM), San Miguel County (NM), San Miguel County (NM), Santa Fe County (NM), Santa Fe County … [Read more...] about New Mexico: Civic & Economic Opportunities Grant
Grants for Early-stage Projects in Heritage, Environment & Social Justice
The J.M.K. Innovation Prize seeks to identify and support bold problem-solvers leading transformative, early-stage projects in the fields of heritage conservation, the environment, and social justice. Donor Name: The J.M. Kaplan Fund State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline: 04/25/2025 Size of the … [Read more...] about Grants for Early-stage Projects in Heritage, Environment & Social Justice
BCC Community Grant Program 2025
Black Community Commitment, in partnership with Michael Jordan, is pleased to announce the fifth round of our annual Community Grant Program, benefiting grassroots nonprofit organizations throughout the United States. Donor Name: Black Community Commitment State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 02/16/2025 Size … [Read more...] about BCC Community Grant Program 2025
Submit Applications for Chinook Fund Grant (Colorado)
Chinook Fund seeds community-led, systemic change by mobilizing resources for and trusting in grassroots social justice organizations across Colorado. Donor Name: Chinook Fund State: Colorado County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 02/13/2025 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Chinook Fund Grant (Colorado)
The Women’s Fund of Essex County Grant 2025 (Massachusetts)
The Women’s Fund of Essex County raises funds specifically to award grants to non-profit organizations focused on gender-specific programs and services for at-risk women and girls in Essex County. Donor Name: Essex County Community Foundation (ECCF) State: Massachusetts County: Essex County (MA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: … [Read more...] about The Women’s Fund of Essex County Grant 2025 (Massachusetts)
$50,000 Funding for Racial Equity and Social Justice Leaders in California
The Nancy Jamison Fund for Social Justice seeks to support under-celebrated individuals working towards racial equity and social justice in any capacity throughout San Diego County. Donor Name: Catalyst of San Diego and Imperial Counties State: California County: San Diego County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: … [Read more...] about $50,000 Funding for Racial Equity and Social Justice Leaders in California
How to Apply for Small Grants as a First-Time Nonprofit
The small grant landscape is a dynamic and often complex environment that offers numerous opportunities for individuals and organizations seeking funding for various projects. Small grants typically range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars and are often provided by foundations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. … [Read more...] about How to Apply for Small Grants as a First-Time Nonprofit
How to Analyze Donor Profiles to Match Your Mission
To effectively engage potential donors, it is crucial to first understand their backgrounds and interests. This involves delving into their personal history, professional achievements, and the causes they are passionate about. Start by gathering information from various sources, such as social media profiles, news articles, and public records. This … [Read more...] about How to Analyze Donor Profiles to Match Your Mission
How to Identify Local Donors in Your Nonprofit’s Region
Local donors play a crucial role in the sustainability and growth of community-based organizations. They are not just sources of funding; they are integral to the fabric of the community, often sharing a deep connection to the causes they support. By investing in local initiatives, these donors help to foster a sense of belonging and pride within … [Read more...] about How to Identify Local Donors in Your Nonprofit’s Region
