Grants for Nonprofits - Social Advocacy

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rape crisis centers in California to strengthen collaborative responses to sexual assault, ensuring survivors receive comprehensive, trauma-informed care throughout the justice process.

This grant provides financial support to community-based nonprofit organizations that deliver essential services in education, domestic violence prevention, and physical and mental health for underserved populations.

This grant provides financial support to conservation NGOs worldwide for purchasing and protecting land that is vital for biodiversity and at risk of destruction.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations working to improve mental health outcomes through community engagement, education, and innovative approaches, particularly for underserved populations.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Cherokee and Clay Counties, North Carolina, focusing on projects that enhance education, health, and human services for local residents in need.

This grant provides funding to Michigan organizations and community groups to implement projects that enhance livability and support residents aged 50 and older, focusing on accessibility, social inclusion, and quality of life improvements.

This funding opportunity supports Vermont-based nonprofit organizations working on grassroots initiatives that promote social justice and equity by addressing systemic inequities in areas such as education, housing, criminal justice, and food access.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities to enhance legal services for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault, ensuring they receive comprehensive legal assistance and advocacy.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community-based organizations in suburban Cook County that focus on grassroots efforts to address mental health, substance use, and social trauma through civic engagement and policy development.

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects from nonprofit organizations and accredited universities in the U.S. that align with the mission of promoting social progress and mutual benefit.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on developing and implementing innovative strategies to combat modern slavery and human trafficking globally.

This program provides funding to various organizations and facilities in Pennsylvania to implement innovative projects that enhance the quality of life and care for residents in long-term care settings.

This funding opportunity supports charitable organizations that provide quality education, healthcare, and human services to underserved communities, particularly in Grayson County, Texas.

This grant provides funding for public policy programs that tackle significant domestic and international issues, specifically aimed at non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that develop innovative programs for the mental and physical recovery of active duty military personnel, veterans, and their families.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that promote voter education and civic engagement in democratic processes, particularly targeting underrepresented communities.

This funding opportunity supports organizations that provide services to Alaskans facing mental health challenges and related conditions, enabling projects that directly benefit these individuals and promote their well-being.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Jordan that empower parents of children with disabilities by providing advocacy tools, educational resources, and promoting social inclusion.

This program provides funding for individuals and organizations to create projects that strengthen U.S.-Dutch relations through cultural exchanges, educational initiatives, and collaborative activities, particularly in support of transatlantic security and democracy.

The Philip L. Graham Fund is offering grants to organizations that provide direct services to individuals and families. The Fund's mission is aligned with supporting innovative and efficient organizations, and over several decades, it has invested significantly in the physical infrastructure, information technology, and transportation needs of local nonprofit organizations. This program seeks to continue that tradition by supporting organizations that fit within its giving priorities and focus areas. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are residents of Washington, D.C., and specific counties in Maryland (Charles, Montgomery, Prince George's) and Virginia (Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, and the cities of Alexandria, Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park). The impact goals are to support direct services that address community needs within the Fund's focus areas, ultimately improving the lives of individuals and families in these regions. The Fund's priorities and focus areas include Health & Human Services, Education, Arts & Humanities, and Community Endeavors. Organizations seeking funding must align with these priorities and provide services that fall into one or more of these categories. The Fund's strategic priorities appear to be centered on strengthening the capacity of local nonprofits to deliver essential services and foster community well-being. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed, the Fund's long-standing investment in infrastructure and technology suggests an expected outcome of enhanced operational capacity and improved service delivery for grantee organizations. The theory of change seems to be that by supporting eligible 501(c)(3) public charities that provide direct services in key areas, the Fund can contribute to the overall health, education, cultural enrichment, and community development of the designated geographic areas. Eligibility criteria further underscore the Fund's strategic approach. Organizations must be 501(c)(3) public charities, serve residents within the specified footprint, and align with the Fund's priorities. Additionally, there are specific requirements for past applicants and grantees, ensuring a rotation of funding and accountability for previous grants. The Fund explicitly excludes requests from individuals, government agencies, certain educational institutions, and organizations involved primarily in advocacy or policy change, reinforcing its focus on direct service provision.