Discover 499 grantmaking foundations funding civic engagement & democracy programs, with combined annual giving of $3.5B. The median grant size for civic engagement & democracy is $35K.
Foundations
499
Total Annual Giving
$3.5B
Total Assets Under Management
$7.4B
Median Grant Size
$35K
States with Funders
47
Total Grants on Record
15,839
Live programs funding civic engagement & democracy that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations based in and primarily serving Chicago residents, place youth in meaningful decision-making roles, lead work within PBF’s power-building continuum, demonstrate active coalitions of young leaders, and show financial sustainability.
Who can apply: Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or apply with a fiscal sponsor. Projects should align with systems-change work in civic engagement and democracy.
From Murray and Agnes Seasongood Good Government Foundation
Who can apply: Open to 501(c)(3) community organizations and professional associations serving the Greater Cincinnati Region.
Who can apply: Eligible organizations must be recognized as a 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(2) under IRS guidelines, or use a fiscal sponsor. The Foundation does not make grants to individuals, for-profit entities, endowments, or for debt reduction.
From New York Women'S Foundation
Who can apply: Over 95% of grants support organizations serving low- to moderate-income families and communities facing gender, economic, and racial challenges. The Foundation prioritizes early-stage, community-rooted, women-led organizations and strategies that advance gender, racial, and social rights. While New York City is prioritized, grants may support work at the state and national level that impacts the five boroughs and beyond.
From Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Who can apply: Eligibility should be discussed with the program director. Grants may not be used for event sponsorship, staff training, general program support, or partisan political activity. Intended for initiatives that deepen civic participation and understanding.
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| Foundation | Location | Annual Giving | Total Assets | Median Grant | NTEE | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONSORTIUM FOR ELECTIONS & POLITICAL PROCESS STRENGTHENING | WASHINGTON, DC | $177.7M | $6.4M | $51.7M | W24 | Regional |
| Our American Future Foundation | Washington, DC | $103.8M | $31.7M | $4.7M | R40 | National |
| VOTER REGISTRATION PROJECT | WASHINGTON, DC | $43.6M | $9.2M | $264K | R40 | National |
| NEXTGEN EDUCATION FUND | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $22.3M | $6.7M | $3.7M | R40 | Regional |
| ALLIANCE FOR YOUTH ORGANIZING | WASHINGTON, DC | $16.1M | $8.7M | $93K | R40 | National |
| MICHIGAN CIVIC ACTION FUND | MADISON HEIGHTS, MI | $14.4M | $1.4M | $100K | R40 | Regional |
| THE DONALD AND PAULA SMITH FOUNDATION | NEW YORK, NY | $12.4M | $93.2M | $1.8M | W24 | Regional |
| MICHIGAN CIVIC EDUCATION FUND | MADISON HEIGHTS, MI | $12.1M | $2.8M | $49K | R40 | Local |
| PA ALLIANCE ACTION | Philadelphia, PA | $10.6M | $635K | $100K | R40 | Regional |
| WORKING FAMILIES ORGANIZATION INC | BROOKLYN, NY | $8.1M | $22.4M | $100K | R40 | National |
WASHINGTON, DC
$177.7M
$6.4M
$51.7M
Washington, DC
$103.8M
$31.7M
$4.7M
WASHINGTON, DC
$43.6M
$9.2M
$264K
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
$22.3M
$6.7M
$3.7M
WASHINGTON, DC
$16.1M
$8.7M
$93K
MADISON HEIGHTS, MI
$14.4M
$1.4M
$100K
NEW YORK, NY
$12.4M
$93.2M
$1.8M
MADISON HEIGHTS, MI
$12.1M
$2.8M
$49K
BROOKLYN, NY
$8.1M
$22.4M
$100K
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Top 15 states by foundation count
| State | Foundations | Total Annual Giving | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 82 | $1.9B | View all in District of Columbia | |
| California | 67 | $224.8M | View all in California | |
| New York | 46 | $457.9M | View all in New York | |
| Texas | 26 | $25.6M | View all in Texas | |
| Massachusetts | 22 | $128.5M | View all in Massachusetts | |
| Colorado | 17 | $18.7M | View all in Colorado | |
| Florida | 17 | $54.4M | View all in Florida | |
| Pennsylvania | 17 | $21.4M | View all in Pennsylvania | |
| Ohio | 17 | $11M | View all in Ohio | |
| Virginia | 16 | $135.1M | View all in Virginia | |
| North Carolina | 15 | $103.8M | View all in North Carolina | |
| Michigan | 15 | $37.3M | View all in Michigan | |
| Georgia | 13 | $14.4M | View all in Georgia | |
| Washington | 13 | $20.5M | View all in Washington | |
| Illinois | 11 | $118.7M | View all in Illinois |
$861.6M in annual giving
$404M in annual giving
$104.8M in annual giving
$37.7M in annual giving
$1.5B in annual giving
$24.2M in annual giving
$26.1M in annual giving
$477.1M in annual giving
Median Grant Size
$35K
New Grantee Rate
56%
Accept Unsolicited Proposals
51%
Most Recent Filing Year
2026
The typical Civic Engagement & Democracy foundation awards grants of $35K. Approximately 56% of Civic Engagement & Democracy foundations actively fund new organizations, and 51% accept unsolicited proposals.
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