Civil Rights Grants for Nonprofits

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 79 Civil Rights Grants for Nonprofits — 11 open right now, across 36 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1.5K to $300M. The next application deadline is September 8, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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79total grants
11open now
36agencies
$1.5K–$300Mfunding range
Sep 8next deadline
CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

Emergency Assistance for Fundamental Freedom Defenders

The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) seeks to make available on-demand, emergency support for individuals and organizations that face imminent…

🏛 Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor 📋 CFDA 19.345 ⏰ Sep 8, 2026 💰 up to $4,932,500
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

Emergency Assistance for Fundamental Freedom Defenders

The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) seeks to make available on-demand, emergency support for individuals and organizations that face imminent…

🏛 Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor 📋 CFDA 19.345 ⏰ Sep 8, 2026 💰 $983,500 – $983,500
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

Culturally Specific Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services

The purpose of the Culturally Specific Services for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault program is to provide culturally specific services for survivors of domestic violence and…

🏛 Administration for Children and Families - OFVPS 📋 CFDA 93.496 ⏰ Sep 8, 2026 💰 $200,000 – $200,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Moderate to apply

2026 Fall Nonprofit Security Grant Funds

Act 83 of 2019 established the Nonprofit Security Grant Fund Program at the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), which administers grants to nonprofit organizations…

🏛 Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency ⏰ Sep 10, 2026
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OPEN 25 days left Hard to apply

Staff Support to Tribal Radioactive Materials Transportation Committee for Engagement with the United States (U.S.) Department of Energy on Radioactive Materials Transportation Planning

Staff Support to the Tribal Radioactive Materials Transportation Committee for Engagement with the U.S. Department of Energy on Radioactive Materials Transportation Planning. Facilitate engagement between DOE…

🏛 Idaho Field Office 📋 CFDA 81.121 ⏰ Sep 30, 2026 💰 up to $2,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

The Research on Research Security Program (RoRS)

NSF is committed to securing the nation's research enterprise as part of its core mission. The Research on Research Security (RoRS) program will advance the understanding…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Sep 1, 2076
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OPEN Hard to apply

Child Protection Compact Annual Program Statement

The TIP Office invites applications for projects to combat all forms of child trafficking as part of a potential Child Protection Compact (CPC) between the United…

🏛 Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons 📋 CFDA 19.019 ⏰ Jan 1, 2099 💰 $5,000,000 – $10,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Program to End Modern Slavery Annual Program Statement

The TIP Office invites applications for the Program to End Modern Slavery (PEMS). PEMS programming establishes a strategic funding framework to develop, test, evaluate, and scale…

🏛 Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons 📋 CFDA 19.019 ⏰ Jan 1, 2099 💰 $500,000 – $8,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many civil rights grants for nonprofits are available?
Grantoria currently lists 79 civil rights grants for nonprofits, of which 11 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is September 8, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1.5K to $300M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse civil rights grants for nonprofits, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Civil Rights Grants for Nonprofits

Civil rights grants fund nonprofit efforts to advance equality through advocacy, legal services, community education, and policy reform. These initiatives combat discrimination, protect vulnerable populations, and strengthen democratic participation. 7,057 active grants support this work, with the Administration for Community Living among the leading funders in this space, awarding resources to organizations driving systemic change and institutional accountability.

Most civil rights grants are competitive, with typical awards ranging from $275K to $375K. Notably, 15% require cost-sharing arrangements, so budget planning should account for potential matching requirements. To refine your search, filter by support type—selecting "Capacity Building" or "Research" will surface grants aligned with your organization's specific strengthening or evidence-building needs.