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US $100,000 - US $1,000,000
DDCF: Environment Program Grants
Unspecified amount
Entergy’s Open Grants Program
Unspecified amount
George and Sarah Buchanan Foundation Grants
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Unspecified amount
Gilead North America Grants
US $5,000
Kars4Kids Small Grant Program
Unspecified amount
Lilly Endowment: Religion Grants
US $25,000 - US $250,000
MacFarlane Foundation Grantmaking
Unspecified amount
Moderna Charitable Foundation Grants
Unspecified amount
Saw Island Foundation: Education, Science and Health Grant
US $1,000 - US $10,000
SFC Charitable Foundation Grant
Singing for Change Grant Program
Singing for Change empowers people to become more self-sufficient.
Singing for Change supports nonprofit organizations that inspire, empower, and equip people to become more self-sufficient.
Our grantees encourage personal growth among people who are marginalized. They care about the community as a whole, as well as promote the belief that collectively, people can bring about positive change and sustainable self-sufficiency through connected, diverse communities.
Most likely to be considered are organizations that keep their overhead low and collaborate with other groups in their community to find innovative ways of solving a common problem.
Singing for Change (aka SFC Charitable Foundation, Inc.) was created by Jimmy Buffett in 1995, and receives one dollar from each ticket Jimmy sells at his shows. We envision a world where nonprofit organizations, large and small, provide compelling opportunities for individuals to discover their power to make a difference. The foundation promotes work on the forefront of social change - helping people and communities become smarter, safer, stronger, healthier, and whole.
Singing for Change (SFC) partners with progressive, community-based organizations addressing the root causes of social or environmental problems. We recently narrowed our focus to projects designed to promote self-sufficiency.
Specifically, we look for groups that are:
- Working to engage individuals in their communities
- Helping people realize their full potential
- Creating lasting change in the communities they serve
We will fund operating expenses for those organizations that we feel are accomplishing these goals.
Areas Of Interest:
Children and families: Grants are awarded to programs fostering self-sufficiency and stability. Individual therapy is not funded, nor are therapeutic or recreational camps or wish-fulfillment programs.
Disenfranchised groups: SFC defines these groups as people who have been marginalized in society because of their low levels of skill, education or income, people with disabilities, and people who are homeless.
Grants range in size from $1,000.00 to $10,000.00.
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Takeda: Corporate Giving
Unspecified amount
The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program
Unspecified amount
Wells Fargo Community Giving
Unspecified amount
Zimmer Biomet Foundation: Charitable Monetary Donations
US $25,000 - US $100,000
Artistic Production Grant Program
Up to US $25,000
JustPax Fund Grant
Unspecified amount
Entergy Charitable Foundation Grant
Up to US $10,000
AE Foundation Community Grants
US $15,000 - US $30,000
Sociological Initiatives Foundation Grant
More than US $50,000
J.W. Couch Foundation: Storytelling Grant
Up to US $15,000
Fund for a Just Society Grant
Unspecified amount
Kyndryl Foundation Grant
US $150,000
F. M. Kirby Prize for Scaling Impact
Unspecified amount
Ameriprise Community Grants
Up to US $500,000
Unity for Humanity Grant
US $2,500 - US $15,000
Johanna Favrot Fund for Historic Preservation
Up to US $60,000
AbbVie Foundation Health Equity Accelerator
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Diversity grants empower nonprofits to advance equity, inclusion, and representation. The following grants fund programs addressing social justice, workforce diversity, and underrepresented groups, driving systemic change and equitable opportunities.
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Grant Availability
How common are grants in this category?
Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.
200+ Diversity grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.
60 Diversity grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size
50 Diversity grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size
26 Diversity grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses
100+ Diversity grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects
3,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Education
1,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
Grant Deadline Distribution
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Diversity grants for Nonprofits?
Most grants are due in the second quarter.
Frequently asked questions
Diversity grants are available to nonprofits that focus on racial and social justice, gender equality, disability rights, LGBTQ+ advocacy, economic empowerment for marginalized groups, and other diversity-related initiatives. Groups working to advance equity, inclusion, and representation are eligible. Some grants focus on specific populations, such as women-led nonprofits, minority-owned organizations, or initiatives serving low-income communities.
Grants in diversity typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q2, with 27.1% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q3.
Funders provide diversity grants to support programs promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, education, and society at large. These grants tackle long-standing inequalities and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. Grants also aim to fund programs providing resources to marginalized communities, support initiatives fighting discrimination, and help organizations create more diverse and equitable workplaces, schools, and communities.
On average, grants in diversity provide funding between $750 and $3,000,000, with typical awards falling around $30,000 (median) and $214,784 (average). These insights can help nonprofits align their funding requests with what grantmakers typically offer in this space.
Diversity grants for nonprofits are typically funded by private companies (W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Ford Foundation), government agencies, and corporate diversity and inclusion programs (Apple, Nike). Corporate diversity and inclusion initiatives (Google Impact Challenge, Bank of America Charitable Foundation) offer grants as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts.
To improve the chances of being awarded a diversity grant, nonprofits should:
- Highlight commitment to DEI –Show how your work supports diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. Demonstrate that diversity and inclusion are core values within your nonprofit, not just part of a single project.
- Show their impact – Use data and real-world examples that demonstrate how your program benefits underrepresented communities.
- Highlight community involvement – Funders often prioritize projects that actively engage and empower the communities they serve.
- Build partnerships – Collaborate with other nonprofits, advocacy groups, and local leaders to strengthen your application and expand your impact.
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