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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Explore 408 grant opportunities

LCRF Minority Career Development Award in Lung Cancer
$150,000
National Institutes of Health
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This grant provides financial support and mentorship to minority researchers in lung cancer, helping them overcome barriers in academia and advance their careers in biomedical and health-related sciences.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
2025-2027 Oregon Heritage Grant
$20,000
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, tribal governments, and local governments in Oregon for projects that preserve and interpret the state's cultural heritage, particularly those that highlight underrepresented voices and enhance public access to heritage resources.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Mark W. Schwiebert Fund for Environmental Studies Grant
$2,850
Quad Cities Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, universities, and government entities in Illinois and Iowa that focus on educating the public about climate change and natural resource depletion or conducting research for sustainable solutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Division 49 Group Psychology Grant
$2,250
American Psychological Foundation (APF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to researchers affiliated with nonprofit or educational institutions to explore innovative studies on group dynamics, leadership, and collaboration in non-clinical settings.

Health
Nonprofits
American Short-Term Research Publication Grant
$8,000
American Association of University Women
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 9, 2025

This grant provides $8,000 to women with doctoral or professional degrees to support the preparation and publication of research manuscripts, particularly in STEM fields and gender equity issues.

Women & Girl Services
Individuals
Catalyst Awards for Transformation in Graduate Medical Education
$100,000
Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2024

This grant provides funding to healthcare professionals and educators to develop innovative projects that improve the training and clinical experiences of medical residents and fellows in the U.S.

Health
Individuals
Wayne F. Placek Grants
$15,000
American Psychological Foundation (APF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding initiative supports psychological research that enhances public understanding of LGBTQIA+ issues and alleviates stress within these communities, with a special focus on Black LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Social Advocacy
Individuals
AmeriCorps Competitive Grant
Contact for amount
New Jersey Department of State Volunteer and National Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities to engage AmeriCorps participants in addressing critical community challenges across various focus areas, including education, disaster services, and environmental stewardship.

Education
City or township governments
Microsoft Disability Scholarship Program
$20,000
Microsoft
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This scholarship provides financial support to high school seniors with disabilities who are pursuing a college education in technology-related fields and demonstrate leadership and financial need.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
County governments
Clinical Dental Education Innovation Grant Program
$150,000
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to support educational institutions and clinical training sites in Minnesota that aim to improve dental care access for underserved populations through innovative training programs.

Education
Nonprofits
Office of Youth Programs (OYP) College Tour Grant
$120,000
District of Columbia Department of Employment Services
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to facilitate college tours for underserved high school students in Washington, D.C., helping them explore Historically Black Colleges and Universities and prepare for higher education.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Fellowship
$75,000
The 19th News
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This fellowship provides a yearlong, salaried opportunity for recent graduates and early to mid-career professionals from Historically Black Colleges and Universities to gain experience in journalism, audience engagement, or product management while promoting diverse voices in media.

Employment Labor and Training
County governments
The Donor Alliance Foundation Grant
$25,000
Donor Alliance Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Colorado and Wyoming that promote organ and tissue donation and transplantation, focusing on improving access and support for underinsured, rural, and socioeconomically disadvantaged populations.

Health
Nonprofits
EmpowerMENt Grant Program
$15,000
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports programs in Washtenaw County that empower young Black males through education, mentorship, and vocational training to help them overcome systemic barriers and achieve their potential.

Education
Private institutions of higher education
Core Research Grants
$200,000
Russell Sage Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 18, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2025

This grant provides funding for researchers to explore innovative solutions addressing the changing nature of work, social and economic inequalities, and educational opportunities for diverse groups in light of recent legal changes in college admissions.

Education
Individuals
GroMoreGood Grassroots Grant
$1,500
KidsGardening
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, schools, and community organizations in the U.S. to create or improve youth gardens and greenspaces in underserved areas, engaging at least 15 young participants.

Income Security and Social Services
Independent school districts
Nature-Based Education Grants
$200,000
Elmina B. Sewall Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Maine that promote equitable access to outdoor education and environmental experiences, particularly those led by historically underrepresented groups.

Education
Nonprofits
Library Grant
$16,000
Community Foundation of Tompkins County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to public libraries in five counties of the Finger Lakes region to enhance access and promote reading and learning among youth.

Law Justice and Legal Services
County governments
Fostering Collaboration Across Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Parts to Engage People with HIV Into Care
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Health Resources and Services Administration)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public and nonprofit organizations that deliver essential HIV-related care services to low-income individuals living with HIV in King, Snohomish, and Island counties, with a focus on improving health outcomes and addressing disparities in minority populations.

Health
State governments
Preserving Black Churches
$500,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This program provides financial support to historically Black churches across the United States for preservation projects that honor their cultural significance and community roles.

Community Development
Nonprofits