Grants for State governments - Diversity Equity and Inclusion

This grant provides funding for research and monitoring projects aimed at understanding and managing the impacts of ocean acidification, hypoxia, and harmful algal blooms on California's marine ecosystems and public health.

This program provides funding to support education and outreach initiatives that raise public awareness of water issues in Colorado, targeting local basin coordinators and broader statewide projects.

This program provides funding to tribes, nonprofits, and public agencies to improve access to California's beaches and coastal areas for individuals with mobility challenges, particularly benefiting Indigenous and historically excluded communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small community organizations and Tribal entities in New England to tackle environmental and public health issues in disadvantaged communities.

This funding opportunity supports graduate students and early career researchers in developing innovative psychological projects that address critical social issues affecting vulnerable populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for pilot studies that develop and test innovative interventions aimed at preventing HIV in populations significantly affected by alcohol use, such as men who have sex with men, sex workers, and individuals recently released from incarceration.

This grant provides funding for organizations in Montana to create engaging arts learning experiences that connect participants with artists and artistic materials, fostering initial exposure to the arts for individuals of all ages and abilities.

This program provides financial support to underrepresented businesses in Massachusetts, particularly Minority- and Women-owned enterprises, to help them overcome barriers and thrive in the clean energy sector.

This grant provides $50,000 to nonprofit organizations and community groups in the U.S. for innovative nursing-led projects that improve health outcomes for marginalized populations.

This funding opportunity supports research into the early development of the immune system in infants and children, particularly focusing on the effects of maternal health and infections like HIV.

This initiative provides funding to state and territory organizations to develop AI readiness and deployment strategies, fostering collaboration among education, workforce, and industry stakeholders to enhance local economies.

This funding opportunity supports research centers focused on improving mental health and addressing health disparities related to HIV/AIDS, particularly for early-career and underrepresented researchers.

This grant provides funding to support BIPOC+ communities in the U.S. working to improve food systems and secure contracts with large institutions for sustainable food procurement.

The Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) is inviting applications from organizations committed to building inclusive and welcoming entrepreneurial environments that expand equitable opportunities for all. This grant aims to empower communities in southern Minnesota to support diverse and traditionally underserved populations in pursuing entrepreneurship. By strengthening local ecosystems that remove barriers to participation, SMIF seeks to drive lasting economic vitality and ensure that prosperity is shared across racial and cultural lines. The foundation is particularly focused on initiatives that cultivate equitable access to entrepreneurial resources and that foster collaboration among community members to create long-term change. Eligible applicants include IRS-designated 501(c)(3) organizations, government entities, and public institutions that provide direct services or resources to help entrepreneurs start and grow businesses. Grassroots and informal organizations may also apply, provided they have an eligible fiscal sponsor. Proposed initiatives might include entrepreneurial education programs designed for BIPOC or underserved populations, community dialogues promoting inclusivity in business, or systems that expand access to funding, mentorship, and professional development. Successful proposals will articulate how their projects create tangible economic opportunities and address the systemic inequities faced by entrepreneurs of color in the region. The foundation will award grants of up to $10,000 per project, with a grant duration of up to 18 months for implementation. Each recipient is required to provide a 10% cash match and to submit both interim and final reports detailing progress and outcomes. Projects must demonstrate clear alignment with SMIF’s mission, show measurable community impact within its 20-county region, and present a plan for sustaining efforts beyond the grant period. Proposals that show strong collaboration and innovation in addressing racial and economic disparities will be viewed favorably. Certain activities and applicants are not eligible for funding. Exclusions include individuals, for-profit businesses, and general operating expenses unrelated to the project. The grant will not support capital purchases, real estate investments, feasibility studies without implementation, or re-granting activities. Likewise, projects already underway or completed before application are not eligible, nor are those focused on research or school-based internships. Organizations with an open Inclusive & Equitable Communities Grant from SMIF are also ineligible until the previous project concludes. Through this program, SMIF continues its mission to advance equitable economic growth across southern Minnesota. By investing in community-led efforts to uplift diverse entrepreneurs and dismantle barriers to opportunity, the foundation is helping to create a more inclusive, sustainable, and prosperous regional economy.

This funding opportunity provides up to $30 million for projects that develop publicly accessible hydrogen refueling and charging infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles in disadvantaged and low-income communities along key highway corridors in California.

This funding opportunity provides up to $20 million to nonprofit organizations and collaborative newsrooms in the U.S. to develop innovative solutions that enhance local journalism's audience engagement, operational efficiency, workforce diversity, and revenue generation.

The CLMP Capacity-Building Grant Program offers financial support to nonprofit literary magazines and presses. This program is aligned with CLMP's mission to foster a sustainable and effective literary community by providing resources for organizational development. Grants range from $1,000 to $10,000, specifically $5,000 or $10,000, and are designed to bolster various aspects of these organizations. The target beneficiaries are nonprofit literary magazines and presses based in the United States or U.S. Territories, holding 501(c)3 status or having a fiscal sponsor. A key eligibility criterion is that applicants must primarily publish literary works—over 50% fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, drama, and/or literary reviews—and have published at least one title or issue within the past 18 months. Those primarily publishing children's literature, self-publishers, and "hybrid" publishers are not eligible. The program prioritizes projects that enhance organizational capacity and sustainability. This includes initiatives related to fundraising, marketing, distribution, and web development. Furthermore, it supports skill-building opportunities for staff and board members, strategic and succession planning, diversity and equity initiatives, and leadership development and management training. These focus areas reflect CLMP's strategic goal of strengthening the operational foundations of literary organizations. Expected outcomes include the creation of more sustainable and effective literary organizations, improved staff and board capabilities, robust strategic planning, and enhanced diversity and equity within the literary publishing landscape. The impact is measured through the feasibility of the proposed capacity-building project, its potential impact on organizational capacity and/or sustainability, and the clarity of the application and proposal. Previous funding from the Academy of American Poets and CLMP, as well as the Hawthornden Foundation, will also be considered during the review process, demonstrating a theory of change that values continuous improvement and strategic investment in the literary field.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that create programs and services aimed at improving the lives of Arizona's veterans, addressing issues such as employment, health, legal aid, and homelessness.

This funding opportunity is designed for healthcare institutions and organizations in the U.S. to improve the management and outcomes of migraine patients in emergency departments.

This fellowship provides financial support and professional development for leaders in California who are dedicated to advancing Environmental Justice in their communities.