705 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 Tribal and Nonprofit CBOs to Address Environmental Harms and Risks

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to New York tribal and nonprofit community-based organizations for projects that address public health and environmental concerns in communities. All applicants must register and some must prequalify prior to applying. In addition to addressing exposure to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 132131
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs to Benefit Local Children

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, and government entities for projects to address disparities facing children in eligible counties. Funding is intended for initiatives in the areas of education, health and wellness, and ch...

GrantWatch ID#: 149530
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits to Promote Social Justice

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs that address social disparities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that fall into the focus areas of climate change and the environment, social justice, and democracy. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 176451
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Promote the Health and Wellness of Local R...

Deadline: 07/15/26

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

Deadline: 07/15/26

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
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Cooperative Agreements to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Indigenous Health Equity

Deadline: 07/15/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofits, government agencies, tribes, school districts, and IHEs to promote health equity in Indigenous communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197271
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Grants to Georgia Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Tree Planting Projects

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Georgia nonprofit organizations, municipalities, government agencies, and educational institutions for tree planting projects and events. Funding is intended for projects that improve the health and economic well-being of residents. Prop...

GrantWatch ID#: 210573
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Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Support a Wide Range of Charitable Purposes

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations to support a wide range of charitable purposes. Funding is intended to support the media, religious organizations, the arts, and the environment. Initiatives should be in the following focus areas: arts, culture, and hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 220143
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Projects to Promote Equity in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for projects to promote equity in eligible regions. Funding is intended to increase the capacity of organizations working to remove systemic barriers experienced by local residents. Eligible applicant...

GrantWatch ID#: 220442
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Forest Improvement Projects

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, schools, neighborhood and business associations, academic institutions, and government agencies to promote the health, growth, and sustainability of urban and community forests. Funding is intended to support tree replan...

GrantWatch ID#: 222289
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Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Benefit Families, Children, and Communities of Color

Deadline: 07/15/26

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
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Scholarship to a Nova Scotia Individual to Promote Higher Education and Employment

Deadline: 07/15/26

Scholarship of $1,500 and employment opportunities to a Nova Scotia individual in eligible locations to promote higher education and employment. Funding is intended to provide work opportunities and educational funding to individuals who are underrepresented in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 229461
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Grants to Connecticut CBOs for Initiatives to Benefit Residents and Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Connecticut CBOs for initiatives to benefit residents and strengthen communities. Funding is intended to support activities in the focus areas of economic development, youth, and reentry for justice-involved individuals. Funding will be awarded to entiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 229701
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Grants to Connecticut CBOs to Strengthen Local Communities

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Connecticut community-based organizations for services and programs to strengthen communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of youth, economic development, and reentry for justice-involved individual...

GrantWatch ID#: 229720
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Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits for Services and Programs to Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for services and programs to benefit residents and strengthen communities. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of youth, economic development, and reentry for justice-involved individuals. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 229725
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Grants to Connecticut Community-Based Organizations for Community Enhancement Projects

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Connecticut community-based organizations for community enhancement projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: economic development, youth, and reentry for justice-involved youth and adults. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 229726
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Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for community benefit initiatives in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of economic development, youth, and reentry for justice-involved youth and adults. The goal of the funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229727
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Grants to Connecticut CBOs to Promote Economic Growth and Community Transformation

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Connecticut CBOs for initiatives to promote economic growth and community transformation in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support activities in the following focus areas: youth, economic development, and reentry for justice-involved individual...

GrantWatch ID#: 229728
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Equity and Social Justice Initiatives

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for equity and social justice initiatives in eligible regions. Some applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and operating support. Focus areas include ba...

GrantWatch ID#: 230626
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Environmental Initiatives

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for environmental initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support activities in the focus areas of learning and environmental action and equitable access to water, land, and air. Eligible uses of fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 230627
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Mental Health Services for Adults

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve the quality and delivery of mental health services for adults in eligible regions. Funding is intended to assist organizations that provide mental health care for adults, exclusively or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172616
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Grants to USA Land Management Agencies and Tribes for Transportation Infrastructure

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA Federal land management agencies and Tribes for transportation infrastructure improvements. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible applicants may apply on behalf of state, county, or local gove...

GrantWatch ID#: 205287
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Grants to Texas Entities for Climate Change, Resilience, and Food Security Initiatives

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Texas organizations and entities for projects addressing climate change, community resilience, and food security in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address inequities and health disparities and improve the local quality of life...

GrantWatch ID#: 215180
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Grants to New York Entities with Health Workforce Experience for Research on Physicians

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to New York entities with health workforce experience to conduct research on physicians throughout the state and improve access to care. Funding is intended to identify areas with a shortage of doctors, analyze health workforce data, manage regional designa...

GrantWatch ID#: 221223
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Documentary Filmmakers to Complete Projects

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International documentary filmmakers to complete projects. Funding is intended exclusively for the post-production phase. Eligible film topics include the environment, culture, social justice, activism, and adventure. Pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 222418
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Individuals in Eligible Locations for Arts and Cultural Proje...

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts and cultural organizations and individuals in eligible locations to strengthen the creative community. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to enhance opportunities for l...

GrantWatch ID#: 173486
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Grants to Maryland Childcare Centers, Private Schools, and School Systems to Increase Safety

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $65,000 to Maryland childcare centers, non-public and private schools, and local school systems for security and safety measures to prevent hate- and bias-based crimes. Funding is intended to assist facilities that have experienced or are at risk o...

GrantWatch ID#: 186527
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Grants to Illinois and Missouri Nonprofits to Improve Access to Health Services in Eligible Re...

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants to Illinois and Missouri nonprofit organizations to address health needs and access to healthcare among underserved populations in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects, programs, and general operating support in the following areas of focus: m...

GrantWatch ID#: 194941
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Grants to USA Native Artistic Performers to Support Productions

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of $30,000 to USA Native artists and Native-led arts organizations and collectives to support their productions. Mid-career artists may apply. Funding is intended for individuals who are actively involved in the creation of a live production. Examples of pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 216348
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Strengthen Capacity and Address Urgent Needs

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to strengthen organizational capacity and respond to urgent needs. Funding is intended to meet emerging needs and offer short-term support. Capacity build...

GrantWatch ID#: 219236
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Health and Wellness in Eligible...

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to address health and wellness needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance access to healthcare, provide early childhood support, prevent violence, and mor...

GrantWatch ID#: 220579
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Enhance the Health of Residents

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance the overall health of residents in the area. In addition to program funding, the foundation will co...

GrantWatch ID#: 221424
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Grants to Washington Individuals, CBOs, and Business Organizations for Arts and Cultural Activ...

Deadline: 07/18/26

Grants to Washington individuals, community groups, neighborhood associations, and business organizations for arts and cultural activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that enrich cultural diversity, i...

GrantWatch ID#: 210959
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Grants to Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota Descendants of the Transatlantic Slave Tra...

Deadline: 07/19/26

Grants of $50,000 to Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota individuals and groups of individuals who are descendants of the transatlantic slave trade for activities to increase wealth for Black residents. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of...

GrantWatch ID#: 209454
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Awards for USA, Canada, and International Businesses With a Positive Impact

Deadline: 07/19/26

Competition for USA, Canada, and International small and medium-sized businesses that have developed business models, services, and products that make a positive environmental or social impact. In addition to the $20,000 cash prize, winning businesses will receive...

GrantWatch ID#: 222193
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Fellowships to Israel Mid-Career Professionals to Study at United States Universities

Deadline: 07/20/26

Fellowships to Israel mid-career professionals to study and gain professional experience for one year in the United States. Priority will be given to candidates who make an effort to improve the lives of underserved populations. Fellows are placed in theme-based g...

GrantWatch ID#: 181186
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, CBOs, and Agencies to Assist Assault Victims

Deadline: 07/20/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and services that assist victims of assault, particularly among underserved populations. Applicants must complete the required registration and training before applying. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 215160
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Contract to a Missouri Vendor for Technical and Communications Assistance

Deadline: 07/20/26

Contract for services to a Missouri vendor for the provision of technical and communications support. Funding is intended to assist with a public opinion poll that helps to gather insights from residents about strategies that address system barriers to health. Sur...

GrantWatch ID#: 230223
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Grants to USA Entities for Preservation Projects Related to Equal Rights

Deadline: 07/21/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, and tribal entities for the preservation of historic sites related to achieving equal rights. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 193392
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Grants to California Arts Nonprofits to Create and Develop New Works of Art

Deadline: 07/21/26

Grants of $50,000 to California nonprofit arts organizations to create and develop new works of art. Funding is intended to allow emerging or established creators such as puppeteers, theater ensembles, playwrights, writers, and spoken word artists to develop new t...

GrantWatch ID#: 214724

Grants to Ontario Trade and Event Nonprofits for Capacity-Building and Business Development

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to Ontario nonprofit trade and event organizations for capacity-building and business development activities. Funding is available for events, activities, and initiatives to enhance growth in specific creative industries. Projects should ta...

GrantWatch ID#: 175127

Grants to Washington, DC Entities to Improve Maternal and Infant Outcomes

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, birthing facilities, primary care clinics, and federally qualified health centers to improve outcomes and equity in maternal and infant health care. Applicants must complete an online registration process prior to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184067

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Schools to Benefit the Jewish Community

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants to Colorado faith-based nonprofit organizations and schools to benefit the Jewish community in eligible counties. Funding may be used for general operating support or programming. Areas of interest include community engagement, combating antisemitism, and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 202910

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Community-Based Events

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Illinois nonprofit community-based organizations to strengthen base-building and community organizing efforts in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist communities that address structural drivers of mental health, substance us...

GrantWatch ID#: 230853

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies for Environment and Social Justice Projects

Deadline: 07/23/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and faith-based entities for environmental and social justice programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community-driven projects that contribute to a reduction in gr...

GrantWatch ID#: 192394

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies for Environmental Stewardship

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies for environmental projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to promote the stewardship of lands, with a focus on advocacy, cli...

GrantWatch ID#: 179260

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Nonprofits for Child and Youth Mental Health Programs

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations for projects to address the mental health needs of children and young adults. The purpose of this program is to increase access to care, promote mental health equity, reduce stigma, enable early identificat...

GrantWatch ID#: 195487

Fellowships to USA Individuals for Professional Development in the Field of Video Production

Deadline: 07/24/26

Fellowships to USA qualifying individuals for professional development in the field of video production. The program is designed for individuals who have experience with video editing. Fellows will participate in a paid 14-week fellowship and will benefit from men...

GrantWatch ID#: 213148

Grants to USA IHE's to Honor Eligible College Students and Graduates

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA colleges and universities to honor and recognize eligible college graduates. Funding is intended for celebrations, campaigns, and initiatives recognizing first-generation college students and graduates. Funds may be used to invite spe...

GrantWatch ID#: 230094

Grants to USA and Territories Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for Forensic Healthcare

Deadline: 07/25/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, businesses, agencies, tribes, IHEs, and CBOs for projects that improve access to medical forensic examinations for women and girl survivors of sexual assault. Funding supports data collection, reporting, healt...

GrantWatch ID#: 230552