Best Grants for BIPOC in Guam

The Costco Wholesale Charitable Contributions program prioritizes support for children, education, and health services within local communities. Nonprofit organizations seeking assistance must be 501(c)(3) certified and focus on monetary requests. Applications are reviewed within 4-6 weeks, factoring in community needs and collaboration. However, Costco limits grants to 10% of the program budget and typically restricts organizations to one request per fiscal year. They do not fund individuals or direct aid for various specific purposes.

Guam nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and innovative approaches to human services and social problems can access funding through Creag Foundation. Organizations led by or serving BIPOC communities may be eligible if they offer new solutions to existing or previously unaddressed social issues. Applications are by invitation; interested groups may submit a letter of inquiry.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through education, health, development, or welfare programs can seek funding for workshops, scholarships, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, and refugee enrichment worldwide, including Guam. With a mission to enrich children’s lives, Dan Paul Foundation provides up to US $15,000 to support these direct-service initiatives.

Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in Guam and globally can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000 for scalable social and environmental solutions. Organizations serving underserved communities, operating post-pilot and pre-scale, and aiming to reach at least 10,000 people may be eligible.

Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, including organizations in Guam. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation support innovative, early-stage programs serving mostly economically underserved communities, with awards up to US $100,000 and a brief LOI accepted year-round.

Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies working on safety, education, or community development may be eligible for Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants in Guam. State Farm Companies Foundation funds initiatives like disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, STEM education, and community revitalization that can benefit BIPOC communities.

Cultural and arts-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Guam and across the U.S. can seek more than US $100,000 to support impactful arts and science programming. Focused on culture, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation invites established institutions like museums, theaters, symphonies, and arts schools to apply for program, capital, or limited general and endowment support.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that provide direct social services can apply for more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or general operations. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help organizations, including those serving BIPOC communities in Guam, advance economic independence, affordable housing, reentry, youth development, and related anti-poverty efforts.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in Guam on health, education, or community initiatives can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants supporting food pantries, healthcare access, STEM programs, and healthy lifestyles. BIPOC-focused nonprofits serving underserved populations in these areas may be especially well positioned for this national funding opportunity.

Organizations serving children and youth through education, health, or family economic stability projects can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling, including those working with BIPOC communities in Guam. Focused on measurable impact, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds social enterprises and nonprofits in the U.S., India, and South Africa that align with its mission and values.

Accredited charities in Guam and worldwide can seek funding for humanitarian, science and education, community and environment, or arts and culture projects that promote sustainable development. Roche supports innovative, high-quality initiatives that may benefit BIPOC communities, especially where its expertise, logistics, and employees can be actively engaged alongside local partners and authorities.

Organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services to marginalized communities can apply for Semnani Family Foundation grants; awards support programs in countries where the foundation works. Guam-based groups serving BIPOC populations may be eligible if their projects reach or partner in these focus countries, especially in health care access, disaster relief, or social services.

The Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant supports charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations that are 501(c)(3) certified. This private funder emphasizes impactful service to diverse populations without discrimination. Grants must be utilized within the United States and cannot be awarded to individuals, political candidates, or lobbying efforts. The Trust is dedicated to enhancing the general welfare through soundly-managed initiatives that contribute significantly to community needs.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on housing, jobs, hunger, or community development, including those serving BIPOC communities in Guam, can seek sponsorship support for programs and events. With a mission to advance economic mobility, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with funding for basic needs, workforce education, arts and culture, environment, and inclusion initiatives.

The Cowles Charitable Trust Grant supports initiatives aligned with the philanthropic legacy of Gardner Cowles, Jr. Focused on education, social justice, health, and the arts, it favors organizations recognized as 501(c)(3) by the IRS. The Trust encourages applications for general operating support and seeks partnerships rather than being the sole funder. Notably, it considers applications from established partners and supports efforts in Downstate New York and South Florida, with a preference for diverse funding sources.

Guam 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on children’s services, education, humanitarian aid, environmental protection, animals, or arts and culture can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Hansen Family Foundation help smaller organizations, including those serving BIPOC communities, that align with its mission of supporting life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

The Kroger Foundation is dedicated to uplifting communities through significant charitable contributions, having donated over $1.9 billion in the past six years. Their focus on combating hunger through the Zero Hunger | Zero Waste initiative exemplifies their commitment to social impact. Annually, they provide over $300 million to nonprofit organizations aligned with their mission, promoting health, education, and disaster relief while fostering diversity and inclusion. This initiative reflects Kroger's belief that strong communities are a shared responsibility.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in the U.S., including Guam, can seek the Storytelling Grant to share the impact of their work through compelling narratives. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation support storytelling projects tied to preservation, education, or wellness, which may benefit BIPOC-focused programs and communities.

Focused on community services and environmental initiatives, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites Guam 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to seek support for their charitable programs. BIPOC-led or BIPOC-serving nonprofits in Guam may be eligible for funding that advances community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding efforts.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations within 15 miles of a TJX location can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Programs in Guam serving BIPOC children, teens, young adults, and vulnerable families may be eligible after completing an online eligibility questionnaire and letter of inquiry.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries can seek US $5,000 - US $10,000 in unrestricted operating or program support from the Lawrence Foundation for environmental and human services work. Guam-based groups serving BIPOC communities may be eligible if their projects fit the foundation’s priorities and U.S.-headquartered requirements.

501(c)(3) nonprofits providing basic needs or economic mobility programs for youth and families in Guam and other U.S. communities with Nordstrom stores can apply for unrestricted grants of US $5,000 - US $20,000. Nordstrom prioritizes hyper-local, grassroots efforts offering food, shelter, clothing, workforce development, mentorship, or scholarships in its store communities.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs in Guam may be eligible for one-year project funding from the Dr Scholl Foundation. This U.S.-based funder offers grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000, which can support initiatives serving BIPOC communities among broader populations.

Guam BIPOC groups led by people with current or past sex work or sex trade experience can access funding through Third Wave Fund’s Sex Worker Giving Circle Grant to advance intersectional gender justice. Eligible U.S. and territory-based 501(c)(3)s or fiscally sponsored projects with budgets under $500,000 may receive up to US $350,000 for multi-issue, sex worker-led organizing.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving local quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can apply for O'Reilly Automotive Foundation support. Organizations in Guam serving underserved or underrepresented BIPOC communities may be eligible for project, general operating, or capital support if they align with the foundation’s mission and locations.

The True Inspiration Awards, established by Chick-fil-A in 2015, recognizes nonprofit organizations that significantly impact their communities. In 2025, the program will distribute $6 million in grants, ranging from $30,000 to $350,000, to sixteen selected organizations. Categories include Caring for People, Caring through Food, Community, and Caring for our Planet, with a focus on educational initiatives, food security, housing services, and environmental stewardship, honoring the legacy of founder S. Truett Cathy.

Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for US $5,000 - US $250,000 in flexible support, including in Guam-eligible countries. Gupta Family Foundation supports smaller, non-sectarian organizations addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, or disaster relief, typically 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities with annual revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000.