Allyn Family Foundation Support for Human Rights
Focused on local equity and opportunity, Allyn Family Foundation invites New York organizations in Cayuga and Onondaga Counties to request $5,000 - $25,000 for projects advancing family stability, vibrant neighborhoods, and community voice. Groups working on social justice and human rights through economic opportunity, housing, early childhood, or women’s health may be eligible.
Allyn Family Foundation
New York Economic Empowerment Funding via Cisco
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs in New York can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation, with awards up to US $100,000. Eligible projects must primarily serve economically underserved communities and may benefit organizations advancing social justice and human rights through tech-enabled services.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Development Grants from State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek funding from State Farm Companies Foundation for safety, education, and community development initiatives across the U.S., including New York. Programs addressing community safety, neighborhood revitalization, economic empowerment, or education may benefit, including efforts tied to social justice and human rights outcomes.
State Farm Companies Foundation
New York Social Welfare Funding via Guru Krupa Foundation
Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations running social welfare, education, cultural, or environmental programs in New York may be eligible for project-specific support. With a mission to fund social, educational, and religious/cultural causes, Guru Krupa Foundation provides grants for programs in the U.S. and India that serve disadvantaged communities and preserve Hindu heritage and the environment.
Guru Krupa Foundation
Harris and Frances Block Support for Justice
With a mission to advance equitable social and environmental solutions, the Harris and Frances Block Foundation provides New York nonprofits and fiscally sponsored groups with funding for environmental justice, food justice, and related grassroots initiatives. Small, emerging organizations in New York City working on social justice or human rights issues through these lenses may be eligible.
Harris and Frances Block Foundation
Kim Family Foundation Support for Poverty Programs
501(c)(3) public charities in the greater New York City area working on poverty alleviation, housing stability, job training, education, or hunger relief may be eligible for support. Kim Family Foundation’s Kayasa Foundation Grant focuses on long-term human services that help under-resourced people become self-reliant, which may benefit New York social justice and human rights efforts.
Kim Family Foundation Inc.
Health and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services, including those serving New York, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support equitable care, education, and local community needs. Funding may benefit human rights and social justice efforts through healthcare access, food pantries, STEM education, and preventative health programs.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations advancing early childhood education or community economic development can apply for PNC Foundation support in New York communities where PNC has a significant presence. With a mission to strengthen and enrich local communities, PNC Foundation provides funding for education, affordable housing, community services, arts and culture, and revitalization benefiting low- and moderate-income residents.
PNC Foundation
New York Community Trust Support for Justice
Public charities and fiscally sponsored groups in New York can apply for The New York Community Trust’s Promising Futures Human Justice grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $200,000 for civil and criminal justice system reform. Funding supports advocacy, impact litigation, research, and capacity-building for legal-service nonprofits serving low-income and vulnerable New Yorkers.
The New York Community Trust
New York Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in charitable, scientific, medical, educational, or human rights-related services can access funding through Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible tax-exempt organizations should demonstrate strong management, broad service reach, and substantial impact on their target populations and overall community welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
New York Human Rights Funding via Sills Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations advancing social justice and human rights in New York can access funding for early childhood education, environmental justice, arts, and support for families in crisis. Grants from Sills Family Foundation help metro New York City groups serving communities impacted by the criminal justice system, poverty, racism, and immigration challenges, with awards of US $10,000 - US $25,000.
Sills Family Foundation
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, or related initiatives can seek sponsorship support through Bank of America Charitable Foundation. Bank of America’s regional U.S. sponsorships may benefit organizations advancing social justice and human rights through neighborhood preservation, housing, hunger relief, arts, environmental, or diversity and inclusion programs.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
New York Community Trust Human Rights Grants
Nonprofit public charities and fiscally sponsored groups serving Westchester County, New York can seek funding for civil legal services, social justice, and human rights initiatives through the New York Community Trust’s Westchester Community Foundation Grant Program. Programs advancing civil liberties, grassroots policy reform, and related human rights efforts in New York may be competitive candidates.
The New York Community Trust
Investors Foundation Community Grants in New York
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) public charities working on arts, education, health and human services, youth programs, or affordable housing can apply for community-focused project funding; organizations must primarily serve New York City or Long Island communities. Investors Foundation prioritizes civic-minded initiatives that also advance goals like poverty reduction, food security, well-being, climate, and economic opportunity, which may benefit social justice and human rights efforts.
Investors Foundation
Impact Litigation Funding for Justice Organizations via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation for social, economic, environmental, or racial justice in New York can apply for recoverable grants of US $10,000 - US $50,000 to cover out-of-pocket litigation costs. The Impact Fund supports class actions and major systemic cases, with repayment only if fees or costs are recovered.
The Impact Fund
Montclair State University Civic Science Grants in New York
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in New York, can receive up to US $15,000 for short-term civic science media pilot projects that connect scientists, media, and communities. Montclair State University supports collaborations that foster dialogue, community participation, and science literacy, with priority for projects on artificial intelligence, climate science, or neuroscience involving both a science and a media partner.
Montclair State University
New York Community Services Funding via Venable Foundation
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing human services, legal aid, education, workforce development, health, environment, or arts programs can apply for Venable Foundation grants of approximately US $10,000 for general operations or projects. Organizations based in or serving New York City’s five boroughs, including social justice and human rights efforts, may be competitive.
Venable Foundation Inc
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for Humanitarian Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
New York human rights and social justice nonprofits can access funding through Hansen Family Foundation to support humanitarian aid, child welfare, education access, and basic needs programs. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% may apply for awards ranging from US $1,000 - US $10,000, including international work.
Hansen Family Foundation
Community Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Southern U.S. 501(c)(3) charities active for over three years can seek single-year support for programs such as poverty relief, disaster response, family services, education, and medical assistance. Grants from Robinson Foundation help organizations whose work may include social justice or human rights dimensions, but New York-based groups are outside the eligible service region.
Robinson Foundation
US $1,000 - US $7,500,000
Hillman Family Foundations Support for Education
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charities focused on education, arts, literature, or human services in New York can seek funding that may also support social justice and human rights work. Focused on education and the visual and literary arts, Hillman Family Foundations invites organizations in New York and Pittsburgh to apply for grants ranging from US $1,000 - US $7,500,000.
Hillman Family Foundations
New York Human Rights Funding via Hillman
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
New York 501(c)(3) public charities working on social justice, human rights, youth development, human trafficking, or safety-net services may be eligible for support, particularly in New York City. Hillman Family Foundations, through the Lilah Hilliard Fisher Foundation, also backs regenerative agriculture and nutrition education projects in the broader northeastern U.S.
Hillman Family Foundations
Community Vitality Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York working on basic needs, community development, or volunteer-driven programs can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. Focus areas include hunger relief, shelters and supportive housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, arts education, and cultural access, with priority for organizations engaging Ameriprise employees or advisors as volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Grants for Nonprofits from Community Foundation
Applications due Apr 17, 2027
Nonprofit organizations or fiscally sponsored groups advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights can apply for $500 - $2,500 in project funding in New York, specifically serving LGBTQIA+ residents of Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Rensselaer Counties. With a mission to strengthen communities, the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region supports social justice and human rights efforts through this fund.
The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York working on youth education, housing, hunger, or environmental programs can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Human rights and social justice initiatives serving underserved young people and families may be eligible across the program’s four focus categories.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Conscious Kids Grants for New York Youth
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
New York 501(c)(3) organizations providing educational and human services programs for at-risk children and families can access funding through Conscious Kids, with typical awards of US $10,000 - US $20,000. Grants support program services for underserved communities, including homeless and foster youth, children with disabilities, and those needing tutoring, tuition assistance, internships, or cultural enrichment.
Conscious Kids Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in New York with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners, so New York human rights and social justice nonprofits working through true partnerships may be competitive.
Mutual Of America Foundation