Grants for Individuals - Diversity Equity and Inclusion

This microgrant provides funding for youth-led initiatives that promote joy, emotional wellbeing, and cultural expression as essential elements of climate action and resilience, particularly for underserved communities globally.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in South Africa to collaborate on community projects that promote American values and address local needs.

This grant provides up to $5,000 in seed funding for Vanderbilt students and registered student organizations to develop innovative projects that promote community belonging, collaboration, and inclusivity on campus.

This grant provides financial support to Black-identifying graduate students in craft disciplines at U.S. institutions, enabling them to pursue innovative projects that reflect Black diasporic expression in their artistic practice.

This grant provides financial support and professional development opportunities to exceptional scriptwriters residing in the Southern United States, celebrating their contributions to the region's cultural landscape.

The Youth Fund by Crossroads Fund offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 to youth activists (up to 26 years old) in selected counties of Illinois and Indiana, specifically Chicago and Gary, who are working on social justice projects in areas such as community, education, health, environment, violence, and media, with a focus on challenging policies and structures that hinder equality in their communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support and resources to early-stage education leaders and entrepreneurs developing innovative public school models and educational solutions that promote equity and inclusivity for marginalized students.

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.

This grant provides financial support to emerging filmmakers in the East Bay area who are enrolled in full-time film studies programs, specifically for documentary projects that address important social issues.

This funding opportunity supports early-career film directors in Minnesota who are pursuing innovative and artistic filmmaking projects.

This funding opportunity provides $100,000 to young leaders in Washington State and the Pacific Northwest who are dedicated to advancing conservation and environmental justice, particularly from underrepresented communities.

This grant provides $5,000 to women and nonbinary journalists for reporting on unconventional or overlooked communities, honoring the legacy of a fearless journalist.

This funding opportunity supports graduate students conducting research on diversity, equity, and inclusion issues within behavior analysis, promoting projects that demonstrate methodological rigor and relevance to broader community settings.

This program provides financial support for training and wraparound services to help low-income individuals in New Jersey gain the skills needed for better employment opportunities.

This grant provides financial support for diverse artists and community organizations in Seattle to present free public performances that celebrate the city's cultural richness and engage local audiences.

This funding opportunity supports organizations that promote public awareness and understanding of developmental disabilities, aiming to enhance community inclusion for individuals with these disabilities across Alabama.

This grant provides financial support to Louisiana-based individuals creating or showcasing artwork that celebrates the state's diverse cultural heritage, with a focus on historically underrepresented groups.

This funding initiative supports community organizations in Chicago that promote equitable access to health resources, focusing on projects that enhance physical activity, healthy eating, and mental wellness, particularly for historically marginalized communities.

This grant provides funding for projects that explore and share the cultural significance and history of chocolate, targeting nonprofit organizations, educators, and individuals focused on education and community engagement in the U.S.

This funding opportunity supports professional musicians, independent promoters, and live music venues in Austin to enhance cultural tourism and stimulate the local music economy through various artistic activities and events.