Civil Rights Grants for Nonprofits

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 70 Civil Rights Grants for Nonprofits — 25 open right now, across 34 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1.5K to $300M. The next application deadline is July 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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70total grants
25open now
34agencies
$1.5K–$300Mfunding range
Jul 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 3 days left Moderate to apply

SA27 Sexual Assault Services Program Solicitation

SA27 Sexual Assault Services Program Solicitation is a grant opportunity from the Ohio Department of Health. Administered through the Ohio Grants Partnership (grants.ohio.gov).

🏛 Ohio Department of Health ⏰ Jul 20, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

EXBS Legal & Regulatory Support

This NOFO addresses evolving nonproliferation threats across key nodes of the global strategic trade and technology ecosystems in Asia and Europe. In the Philippines, Cambodia, and…

🏛 Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation 📋 CFDA 19.317 ⏰ Jul 20, 2026 💰 up to $2,441,589
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CLOSING SOON 6 days left Hard to apply

Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) National Network Knowledge Translation Center

Under this particular opportunity, a DRRP must conduct knowledge translation and related activities in collaboration with the ADA National Network’s grantees. Specifically, among other requirements to…

🏛 Administration for Community Living 📋 CFDA 93.433 ⏰ Jul 23, 2026 💰 $845,000 – $850,000
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CLOSING SOON 7 days left Hard to apply

Fiscal Year 2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program

The Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) improves and increases the physical/cybersecurity and facility/target hardening of nonprofit organizations’ facilities at risk of a…

🏛 Department of Homeland Security - FEMA 📋 CFDA 97.008 ⏰ Jul 24, 2026 💰 up to $300,000,000
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OPEN 12 days left Hard to apply

National Ombudsman Resource Center

ACL plans to compete a new cooperative agreement for one (1) award to operate the National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center (NORC). The purpose of NORC…

🏛 Administration for Community Living 📋 CFDA 93.048 ⏰ Jul 29, 2026 💰 $516,407 – $520,000
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OPEN 13 days left Moderate to apply

IOLA – Strengthening the NYS Legal Ecosystem

IOLA - Strengthening the NYS Legal Ecosystem is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the IOLA Fund of the State of New York. Total…

🏛 IOLA Fund of the State of New York ⏰ Jul 30, 2026
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OPEN 17 days left Hard to apply

Centers for Independent Living Competition – Guam

ACL intends to award funds for the establishment of one (1) center for independent living in Guam to provide, expand and improve the provision of independent…

🏛 Administration for Community Living 📋 CFDA 93.432 ⏰ Aug 3, 2026 💰 $159,762 – $159,762
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OPEN 21 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 ⏰ Aug 7, 2026 💰 $200,000 – $200,000
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

Supporting Groups Targeted for TNR in Europe and Eurasia

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that combat…

🏛 Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor 📋 CFDA 19.345 ⏰ Aug 13, 2026 💰 $1,973,359 – $1,973,359
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Frequently asked questions

How many civil rights grants for nonprofits are available?
Grantoria currently lists 70 civil rights grants for nonprofits, of which 25 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 July 20, 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. 6,404 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.