Democracy Grants for 501(c)(3) Public Charity

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 28 Democracy Grants for 501(c)(3) Public Charity — 11 open right now, across 23 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $10M. The next application deadline is July 31, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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28total grants
11open now
23agencies
$1K–$10Mfunding range
Jul 31next deadline
OPEN 14 days left Moderate to apply

Jefferson Center Mandalay (JCM) Small Grants Competition

1.  Project Background, Goals and Objectives   Jefferson Center Mandalay Small Grants’ projects must clearly advance America First foreign policy principles by demonstrating how the proposed activities…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Myanmar 📋 CFDA 19.022 ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $1,000 – $10,000
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OPEN 14 days left Moderate to apply

Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Freedom 250 Edition

The U.S. Embassy Kingston announces an open competition advancing U.S.-Jamaica partnership through the Freedom 250 framework Innovate, Ignite, and Inspire, supporting projects that strengthen bilateral ties…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Jamaica 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $20,000
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

Post Kuala Lumpur FY2026 Annual Program Statement

The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Diplomacy Section seeks proposals that advance American leadership, prosperity, and security interests in Malaysia. This program supports initiatives that promote…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Malaysia 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $150,000
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OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

Global Coalition Against Transnational Repression

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor announces an open competition for proposals for programs that will establish a new global…

🏛 Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor 📋 CFDA 19.345 ⏰ Aug 12, 2026 💰 $2,000,000 – $2,960,039
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

Global Digital Threat Lab

Freedom of expression online faces threats globally from authoritarian governments employing sophisticated technology to restrict speech, control the flow of information, and chill dissenting voices. These…

🏛 Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor 📋 CFDA 19.345 ⏰ Aug 13, 2026 💰 $2,960,039 – $2,960,039
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OPEN 29 days left Hard to apply

PD ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT

Goals and Objectives• Celebrate American Excellence:o Showcase American innovation, technological leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit, celebrating American dynamism or telling America’s story of excellence.o Highlight U.S. achievements…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Bolivia 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Aug 15, 2026 💰 $5,000 – $40,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF)

This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Purpose of…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Austria 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Jan 1, 2099 💰 $5,000 – $24,500
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Frequently asked questions

How many democracy grants for 501(c)(3) public charity are available?
Grantoria currently lists 28 democracy grants for 501(c)(3) public charity, 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 July 31, 2026 — about 14 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 $1K to $10M, 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 democracy grants for 501(c)(3) public charity, 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 Democracy Grants for 501(c)(3) Public Charity

Democracy grants supporting 501(c)(3) public charities range from $10K to $55K in typical awards, with 6,404 active opportunities currently available. The U.S. Mission to the United Nations leads funding in this space, alongside missions in Albania and Nicaragua. These grants prioritize democratic strengthening and civic participation, reflecting federal commitment to institutional resilience and public engagement.

Most democracy grants for public charities use competitive application processes, requiring strong program narratives rather than cost-sharing contributions. Support concentrates on program delivery, capacity building, and advocacy work—distinctive for the sector. To refine your search, filter by support type to isolate advocacy-focused grants, which tend to have higher success rates for 501(c)(3) applicants in this category.