[March 2026]
On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we have curated a powerful list of grant opportunities supporting organizations working to promote equality, protect human rights, and challenge systemic injustice. These funding opportunities are designed to empower initiatives that foster inclusion, amplify marginalized voices, and build more just and equitable societies across the globe.
Applications open for Youth to the Front Fund
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026
The Youth to the Front Fund supports young creatives under 30 whose work drives measurable social impact. Projects span arts, performance, film, design, technology, and community interventions, focusing on equity, justice, and systemic change, with opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and visibility across global networks…[more]
RFPs: Pau Casals UNESCO Chair Research Grant Program
Deadline: 12-Apr-2026
The Pau Casals UNESCO Chair Research Grant Program 2026 provides €2,000 to support early-stage research projects exploring music, culture, peace, democracy, and human rights. Open to applicants of any nationality, the program supports university-linked research aligned with the legacy of Pablo Casals and contemporary social justice themes. Applications close on April 12, 2026, with final research results due by May 2, 2027…[more]
Connecting the Dots: Justice Grants for Youth and Communities
Deadline: 26-Mar-2026
The “Connecting the Dots” project offers EU sub-grants to small and medium organisations, youth groups, and grassroots movements to advance interconnected climate, gender, and economic justice. Grants range from €5,000 to €60,000 and support advocacy, capacity building, public awareness campaigns, knowledge sharing, and pan-European youth mobilisation over 12–18 months…[more]
Open Call: Fostering Climate Justice for an Inclusive Future (Canada)
Deadline: 02-Jun-2026
The Catherine Donnelly Foundation Climate Justice Grants support Canadian charities and nonprofits working to advance climate justice, Indigenous leadership, and a transition to a post-carbon future. The program prioritizes underserved communities, including Indigenous, racialized, and low-income groups, and funds initiatives that address systemic causes of climate change. Eligible applicants must be registered Canadian charities or nonprofits aligned with the Foundation’s values…[more]
The Matrix Causes Fund: Supporting Justice, Equality, and Sustainability (UK)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Matrix Causes Fund, administered by Prism, provides grants to organisations promoting access to justice, equality of opportunity, and environmental sustainability. UK-registered charities can apply for one-off grants up to £6,500 or multi-year funding of up to £4,500 annually, while international and non-UK registered organisations may apply for one-off grants. Preference is given to projects benefiting vulnerable communities and initiatives with long-term impact…[more]
Nillumbik Shire Council Reconciliation Grant Program (Australia)
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Nillumbik Shire Council Reconciliation Grant provides up to $2,000 to support community-led projects that promote healing, inclusion, and connection through reconciliation-focused activities. Projects should celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, foster understanding, and address inequities, with funding available for activities during National Sorry Day, Reconciliation Week, or NAIDOC Week 2026…[more]
Applications open for Community Research Grant Program (UK)
Deadline: 27-Mar-2026
The Community Research Grant Program is now accepting applications from VCSE (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise) organizations in Yorkshire and Humberside to collaborate with York St John University in conducting research aimed at benefiting communities facing disadvantage or marginalization…[more]
CFAs: Supporting Social and Economic Justice in The Hague (Netherlands)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026
The Levi Lassen Foundation supports non-profit organizations and initiatives in The Hague that promote social cohesion, economic empowerment, and community solidarity. Funding targets projects that help individuals overcome social or financial barriers, strengthen organizational capacity, and foster innovative approaches with meaningful local impact. Art and cultural projects are eligible if they actively involve specific target groups…[more]
CFPs: Promotion of Women’s, Girl’s and Children’s Rights in Tanzania 2026
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026
The Women Fund Tanzania (WFT Trust) invites applications for grants under the Renewed Women’s Voices and Leadership Project (RWVL-T) to advance the rights of women, girls, and children. Funding supports leadership, advocacy, movement building, economic and environmental justice, and reproductive health initiatives led by women’s rights and young feminist organisations in Tanzania…[more]
Call for EOIs: Joint Social Protection Project in the Sahel (Chad)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026
The World Food Programme (WFP) is inviting expressions of interest for a project in Chad aimed at supporting vulnerable households through cash assistance, complementary services, and stronger social protection systems. The initiative focuses on cash and voucher assistance, social safety nets, poverty reduction, and institutional strengthening, with direct support planned for 4,000 households in Kanem province…[more]
RFPs: Social Impact Funding Program in United Kingdom
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026
The The7stars Foundation Social Impact Funding Program provides two-year unrestricted grants of £10,000 (£5,000 per year) to UK charities addressing societal challenges affecting young people under 18. The program focuses on key annual themes, including child exploitation, mental health, LGBTQ+ inclusion, anti-racism, and online abuse, offering charities flexible funding to strengthen programs, deliver services, and drive systemic change…[more]
