Grants for Black / African American

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 62 Grants for Black / African American — 9 open right now, across 42 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $50M. The next application deadline is November 13, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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62total grants
9open now
42agencies
$5K–$50Mfunding range
Nov 13next deadline
OPEN 24 days left Hard to apply

Museum Grants for African American History and Culture (2027)

The Museum Grants for African American History and Culture (AAHC) program builds the capacity of African American museums and supports the growth and development of museum…

🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services 📋 CFDA 45.309 ⏰ Nov 13, 2026 💰 $5,000 – $500,000
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OPEN 31 days left Hard to apply

LOUIS STOKES ALLIANCES FOR MINORITY PARTICIPATION (LSAMP)

The Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program invests in the Nation's colleges and universities to aid student success to create a new generation of…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Nov 20, 2026 💰 $125,000 – $5,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

State Maternal Health Innovation Program (SMHI)

The purpose of the State Maternal Health Innovation (SMHI) program is to build capacity in states to improve maternal health and address maternal health gaps.  This…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.110 ⏰ Apr 19, 2027 💰 $657,142 – $1,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for black / african american are available?
Grantoria currently lists 62 grants for black / african american, of which 9 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 November 13, 2026 — about 24 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 $5K to $50M, 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 grants for black / african american, 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 grants for Black / African American

This category encompasses grants supporting Black and African American communities across health equity, public health, and STEM education initiatives. With 62 active grants listed, major funders including the National Institutes of Health and U.S. National Science Foundation lead efforts to advance equity-focused research and capacity building in these critical areas.

Typical awards range from $300K to $1.6M, with most grants using competitive application processes. Public and private universities, along with nonprofit organizations, are primary recipients. Most funding supports research and program development, with only 7% requiring cost-sharing. Filtering by institution type, support category, and funding agency helps identify the best-fit opportunities.