Grants for social justice, racial equality, economic justice human rights and social change for individuals, nonprofits, businesses, communities of color and other populations, cultures and religions that have been affected by racial injustice, prejudice and discrimination based upon their age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, and sexual orientation.
Grants of up to $1,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects in the focus areas of education, housing, wellness, youth development, racial equity and incl...
Opportunity for a USA established filmmaker to participate in a residency program to produce work that fosters equity and diversity and promotes the narratives of underserved communities. In addition to a $20,000 grant, the resident will receive industry support throug...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International community-based, women-led organizations to address climate and environmental justice issues. The purpose of the program is to cultivate a cohort of women that will improve conditions in their communities in areas including repr...
Fellowships to USA physicians to participate in a full-time academic program to improve healthcare for disadvantaged populations. The fellowship will provide education and leadership training towards an additional academic degree to prepare physician-leaders who will, ...
Grants of $20,000 to USA junior faculty in social sciences and humanities fields who are pursuing tenure. Funding is intended for scholars who, in addition to teaching and researching in IHEs, are working to promote inclusivity on campus for underrepresented scholars a...
Grants of up to $20,000 to USA grassroots social change organizations, start-ups, and groups in multiple states to advance equity and peace. Applicants who have not been funded in the last three years must contact the office prior to applying. Funding is intended for o...
Grants to Connecticut municipalities and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for environmental education programs and community beautification projects. Funding is intended for projects and activities that create, improve, or restore a community garden or urb...
Grants to USA institutions of higher education for projects to increase the diversity of online resources. Funding is intended for projects that address the histories and interests of BIPOC and other marginalized communities. The goal of the program is to promote and p...
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA investigators associated with IHEs for new projects to improve the availability of digital resources to humanities scholars. The purpose of funding is to promote racial and social justice in the field of academia. Priority is given to pro...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofit community development and housing organizations to build organizational capacity. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to address the needs of low-income househol...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Tribes to employ volunteers for projects that serve low-income communities and address problems related to poverty. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Th...
Grants of up to $50,000 per year to USA researchers affiliated with qualifying research institutions to conduct studies on public health and policies related to lung health. Focus areas include, but are not limited to, air quality, climate change, tobacco control, and...
In-kind grants valued at up to $10,000 in fundraising software to USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations. Applicants must align with the funding source's main priorities of community, environmental sustainability, and mental health and wellness. Eligible ...
Awards to USA, Canada, and International educators to recognize exceptional contributions to the field of education. The purpose of the award is to highlight the recipients' innovative educational techniques. Awards are distributed twice annually with focus areas inclu...
Award of $5,000 to a USA individual to honor dedication to the advancement of social change in the area of health. The purpose of this program is to recognize an individual whose work in the public or nonprofit sector has made a significant impact on the field of healt...
Grants to Connecticut municipalities, community development corporations, and nonprofit organizations for economic development projects that benefit underrepresented communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Funding ...
Grants of up to $500 and in-kind donations to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, tribes, and faith-based organizations in eligible locations to benefit children. Areas of focus include food insecurity, health and wellness, and DEI programming. Support ranges from mo...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA agencies and individuals for projects and activities related to the study of civility. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of research and discourse, educational practices, and educational opportunities. The purpose of this progr...
Grants of up to $7,500 to USA grassroots nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to improve the status of women. Applicants must submit an initial funding inquiry prior to submitting a full application. The purpose of the program is to support projects that a...
Fellowships of $70,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars for research projects in the humanities. The purpose of the program is for scholars to benefit from the funding source's library of resources to pursue their research. The fellowships will be conducted b...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit the community in eligible locations. Special consideration will be given to projects that address one or more of the following priority areas: basic needs, food insecurity, youth, m...
Grants to USA state and Tribal agencies to conduct projects on eligible highways that will improve safety. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for projects that improve safety, reduce greenhouse gas...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for social change initiatives that benefit Jewish women and girls. Funding is intended to support general operations as well as specific projects. Eligible focus areas include, but are not limited to economic empowerment, leadershi...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to strengthen the relationship between the USA and Israel, to instill pride in the Jewish people, and to combat discrimination, hatred, and bigotry. Interested applicants must contact program staff before submitting a full proposal.
Grants of up to $2,500 and in-kind resources to USA, Canada, Latin America, and Caribbean organizations for community and youth events related to the study of birds. This grant includes free training and materials in addition to funding. Activities should center Equity...
Fellowships to USA Native emerging filmmakers to produce new films about Native culture and experiences. The fellowship includes working with a professional filmmaker as a mentor; the applicant must choose a mentor prior to applying. Funding may be used for the product...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for resources and programs to enhance communities throughout the country. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of education, community engagement, and equity. The goal of the funding program is to ensure th...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, companies, and individuals for activities that support the funding source's mission. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: education, research, diversity, and sustainabili...
Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for environmental initiatives in the real estate industry. Funding is intended for academic faculty, students, real estate managers, tenants, and building owners. Preference will be given to proposals...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA researchers for studies in the area of real estate management. Funding is intended for individual researchers, academic institutions and associations, corporate partners, and workforce development partners. Eligible proposals are aligned ...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals from a range of professional backgrounds to study the ethics of their profession in relation to the Holocaust. Eligible participants are involved in the following careers: business, law, design and technology, m...
Grants of up to $20,000 to USA Native American youth and young adults partnering with nonprofit organizations, schools, or tribal organizations for projects that promote positive change in their communities. Funding is intended to recognize Native youth, ages 18-30, wh...
Fellowships of $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers to study race and slavery at a university in the United States. The purpose of the program is to facilitate research regarding the impact of slavery and race on the United States and the world at large...
Grants to USA farmers, nonprofit organizations, community groups, and tribal communities in multiple states to increase the resilience and capacity of agriculture in BIPOC communities. Projects must take place in the Northeast region that includes: Connecticut, Delawar...
Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies to strengthen the quality of STEM education for the general public. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for a broa...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for activities to advance oral health equity. Applicants must submit a concept paper prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for strategies to implement reform in systems and structures that fost...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for media projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to raise awareness of important political, social, and environmental issues. Program priorities include public broadcasting, investigati...
Grants to USA nonprofits for a broad range of animal protection projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for programs related to wildlife conservation. Grants may be used to support comprehensive, creative, solution-based mod...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to strengthen governance, promote social justice, and support democracy. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects and activities that promote an inclusive and sustainable society and a...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that promote civic involvement. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support the implementation of democracy with a focus on how voting can affect issues people car...
Grants of up to $15,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipal and governmental agencies in eligible areas for high-quality youth development programs and services. New applicants must contact the Foundation prior to applying. Funding is intende...
Grants of up to $50,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in eligible locations for environmental programming. First-time applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for enviro...
Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals to recognize exceptional contributions to the field of air quality and climate change. Selected award winners are honored for transformative achievements in advancing environmental policy goals and environmental just...
Grants to USA institutions and organizations to conduct research on the efficacy and long-term outcomes of farm-to-school programs. Research projects should focus on broad geographic areas and equity, and should result in the publication of at least one paper in an aca...
Grants to USA scientists and physicians from underrepresented populations to conduct research studies related to health equity and epilepsy. The purpose of this program is to promote career development in the area of academic clinical research. Funding is intended to s...
Grants of up to $2,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada pediatricians and medical residents for projects to improve children's health and access to healthcare. The purpose of the grant is to meet the health needs of children with a wide-ranging community a...
Grants to USA institutions of higher education to promote diversity in math and science programs. The purpose of this program is to promote the participation of scientists from underrepresented communities in mathematics and physical sciences. Funding is intended to as...
Grants to Connecticut nonprofits, boards of education, and local educational service centers for collaborative activities to decrease the achievement gap for disadvantaged and minority students in eligible locations. Certain applicants are required to submit proof of n...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs to enhance and preserve human life. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to applying. Applicants for Education proposals must meet with program staff prior to applying. Program areas inclu...
Award to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit or for-profit organization that is addressing environmental and social issues. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support and incr...