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.
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a business accelerator program. Successful applicants will receive in-kind support such as mentoring support services, consulting services, resources, networking opportunities, and more. The pu...
Grants of $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create and perform presentations depicting various elements of democracy. Eligible performances must be new works and may be multi-disciplinary or in the fields of opera, music, dance, and theater. The purp...
Grants to USA institutions of higher education to promote diversity in math and science programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of this program is to promote the participation of scientists from under...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, businesses, and teams to participate in a competition to develop technology-based solutions to foster peace and economic prosperity. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive personalized...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, businesses, and teams to participate in a competition to develop technology-based solutions to educational inequities. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive personalized support, oppo...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, businesses, and teams to participate in a competition to develop technology-based solutions that increase access to healthcare and foster health equity. In addition to cash prizes, winners will ...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, businesses, and teams to participate in a competition to develop technology-based solutions that address climate change. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive personalized support, op...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, local governments, and academic institutions to provide chronic care to individuals recovering from substance use disorder. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the application deadline. The...
Fellowship to a USA, Canada, or International female professional journalist for social justice and human rights studies. The goal of the program is to provide an opportunity for research and internships with major print media outlets. The Fellow will have input in the...
Grants to USA researchers partnered with BIPOC arts organizations for research that is important to both partners. Research topics may include equity in the arts and the organizational well-being of BIPOC arts organizations, as well as other related topics. Funding is ...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit grassroots organizations to organize social justice programs. Funding may be used for specific projects as well as for general operating expenses. The funder seeks projects and groups devoted to working for systemic change, usin...
Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations for innovative solutions for a wide variety of environmental and social challenges. Funding is intended for early-stage projects focused on preserving heritage, protecting the environment, and fig...
Grants of up to $20,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations serving BIPOC, queer, and trans communities for general operating support. Funding is intended for organizations serving the most vulnerable populations and providing them the resources necessary to...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and research organizations for rigorous research that will contribute to the field of financial education. Funding is intended in particular for projects that reevaluate current metrics, studies investigating systemic inequa...
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and schools for initiatives that provide community support. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: environment, health, social inclusion, employability,...
Grants to USA and Canada organizations for initiatives to improve healthcare for underserved communities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: cancer prevention, advancing crisis preparedness and response, and increasing ...
Grant of up to $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International registered nurse for collaborative research related to global disparities in healthcare. Eligible research must involve investigators in at least two countries. Funds will be distributed based on the applicant's...
Grants of up to $5,000 to USA teachers and school personnel for projects that enhance equity and cultural understanding in the classroom. Applicants must pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended to support project-based learning and to assist educators in a...
Grant of up to $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International registered nurse for research related to disparities in global healthcare. Funding is intended for collaborative studies between at least two countries. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to supplies,...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local communities. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of education, the environment, clean water, natural resource protection, basic needs such as food and housing, and social j...
Grants to Illinois nonprofits, CBOs, public libraries, faith-based entities, community resource centers, and educational foundations for programs that promote social justice in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects and services that support diversity, ...
Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, groups, and coalitions for social justice activities and projects. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of direct action, community organization and m...
Grants of up to $2,500 to USA qualifying researchers for research projects related to politics, diversity, and inclusion. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Focus areas include but are not limited to social and racial justice, gender and...
Grants to USA nonprofit institutions for research to improve the lives of American children and youth up to age 25. Funding is intended to support the effective exploration of policies and activities that address inequality for young people. Priority is given to studie...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, agencies, educational institutions, and media outlets in eligible regions to increase the capacity of news outlets. Priorities include sustainability and audience engagement and growth. Applicants must be located within and/o...
Grants to Illinois government agencies, nonprofit organizations, educational agencies, and community institutions for projects and programs that foster digital equity. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities, including expanding broadband access, digital inc...
Cooperative agreements to USA and territories Tribes, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs for habitat conservation activities that benefit underserved communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several wee...
Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs that benefit communities served by the funding source. Funding is intended to support capacity-building activities, and programs and projects in the areas of workforce development, c...
Grants to USA, UK, and Italy nonprofit organizations for innovative projects to address social marginalization and poverty in communities around the world. Applicants must submit a preliminary application before applying. This year's grant will support programs that pr...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in eligible locations to address organizational needs. Funding is intended for activities including but not limited to responding to longstanding challenges and redefining partnerships. At least 65% of grants...
Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, corporations, and individuals in recognition of outstanding contributions to the field of artificial intelligence. Submissions will be judged based on impact, innovation, susta...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit, governmental, and academic research institutions in eligible locations for medical repurposing trials. Focus areas include topics such as unsolved diseases or unmet medical needs related to pediatrics, veterans, or the military, as well as...
Grants of up to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International students, research interns, faculty members, or association management professionals affiliated with academic institutions for research addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the association community. F...
Grants to USA healthcare institutions and Tribal clinics for projects to increase access to cancer care and treatment for Native populations. Funding is intended for activities that identify and address barriers to care for the target groups. Grant recipients will rece...
Grants of up to $5,000 to USA physician assistants for projects to promote health care for underserved communities. Priority will be given to projects that have an innovative design, foster collaboration and partnerships, and emphasize direct patient education, care, o...
Grants to USA early-career investigators affiliated with institutions for research to improve the health of pregnant women, mothers, and newborns. Priority will be given to proposals addressing health equity and preterm birth. All proposals must have a direct link to c...
Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois and Missouri nonprofit organizations for operating support for programs to advance civic engagement, policy change, and advocacy efforts in eligible regions. Funding may be used for any organizational needs, including salaries, techn...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the quality of life for local communities. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of Alzheimer’s and aging, community initiatives, youth development, leg...
Grants to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations to address the needs of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support capital, operating, and program expenses. Focus areas include education, culture, health, youth, community development, and basic...
Award of $1,000 to a USA, Canada, or International program for promoting the participation of underrepresented groups in mathematics. The purpose of this award is to recognize programs that encourage individuals from underrepresented populations to pursue mathematics d...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs. Project areas include education, arts learning, and vocational training. Funding is intended for programs that seek to improve conditions for underserved and low-income communities with a specia...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...
Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Tribal organizations for scientific research studies to identify factors affecting the health of minority populations and propose a way to mitigate them. Funding is intended for pilot studi...
Grants to Illinois nonprofits, government agencies, schools, IHEs, and hospitals for activities to identify racial discrimination in traffic stops. Funding is intended to maintain and permit inspection of statistical information on the race and ethnicity of a driver fo...
Grants of up to $7,500 to USA small, grassroots, women-led social justice nonprofits for programs and projects centered on issues women face or gender justice issues in the U.S. Applicants must submit an initial funding inquiry prior to submitting a full application. T...
Opportunity for a USA artist or artist team to create an art installation for a library in Louisiana. The art piece must highlight the importance of the civil rights movement and social justice. Eligible uses of funds include research, materials, installation, and cons...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, IHEs, school districts, government agencies, and tribes to address barriers to cancer treatments of underrepresented communities. Applicants must complete the required regist...
Grants to USA institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and local, Tribal, and state government agencies for research projects to foster advancements in the field of manufacturing. Applicants are advised that required registrations may tak...
Grant of $8,500 to a USA psychologist for research addressing child psychology. Funding is intended to support an early career psychologist who studies the relationship between self-identity and scholastic achievement, primarily for children in kindergarten through eig...
Award of $10,000 to a USA and territories individual, group, or organization to recognize exceptional work in preserving and protecting one or more of the First Amendment rights. The work must have been completed during the past calendar year. The award was established...
