Immigrants & Refugees Grants

863 foundations$973.5M total annual giving$10K median grant50 states with funders

Discover 863 grantmaking foundations funding immigrants & refugees programs, with combined annual giving of $973.5M. The median grant size for immigrants & refugees is $10K.

Immigrants & Refugees Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

863

Total Annual Giving

$973.5M

Total Assets Under Management

$36.5B

Median Grant Size

$10K

States with Funders

50

Total Grants on Record

9,314

Open Grant Opportunities

Live programs funding immigrants & refugees that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)Award: $3K – $20K

Annual Grants (General Operating/Program Grants)

From Hesed Foundation

Youth and educationHealth and well-beingCommunity building and social services+4 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Organizations should serve communities primarily in New Hampshire, Eastern Massachusetts, New York City, or select communities in Northern California; compelling opportunities elsewhere in the United States may occasionally be considered. The Foundation does not fund projects outside the United States, individuals, or political organizations. Applicants must provide an IRS determination letter, employment non-discrimination policy or affirmation, board list, current operating budget, and recent financial statement and audit if available.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)

Operational Grants (Operating Grant Portfolio)

From Joe C Davis Foundation

EducationCommunity and Social ServicesHealthcare+11 more

Who can apply: Must be a 501(c)(3) in active IRS status; have an EIN registered with a Davidson County address and/or provide a major portion of services to Davidson County residents; maintain a current and complete GivingMatters.com profile; focus on Education, Community and Social Services, or Healthcare. Operational grants are not available for higher education, disability-focused organizations, disease-specific organizations, older adults, advocacy, research projects/programs, or national/international organizations. Organizations should be located in and directly serving Nashville, Tennessee.

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: $3K – $20K

Boston: Initial Grant Request

From Bennett Family Foundation C/O Proskauer Rose Llp J Waxenberg

Youth developmentMental healthTrauma and crisis intervention+5 more

Who can apply: Applicants should be established 501(c)(3) nonprofits, preferably smaller and locally based, located in and directly serving Greater Boston/Massachusetts communities. Strong applicants demonstrate staff expertise, measurable impact and outcomes, and momentum toward program sustainability. The foundation generally does not fund individuals, non-501(c)(3) organizations, educational institutions for general operating funds or endowments, religious activities, government entities, national organizations except locally developed programs, political advocacy, budget deficits, debt reduction, fundraising or recognition events, or scholarships. Applicants must not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual preference, or physical or mental ability.

Open nowCloses in 4 days (Oct 1, 2026)Award: $25K – $265K

OLF Annual Grants – Category B

From Oregon Law Foundation

Direct civil legal servicesAccess to justiceImmigration legal services+5 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be organizations providing direct civil legal services and must fit OLF's grantee standards, guidelines, and funding categories. Both new and current grantees may apply under Category B.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Oct 16, 2026)Award: Up to $10K

WSMA 2025-2026 Statewide Grant Program

From Washington State Microenterprise Association

Business trainingTechnical assistanceAccess to financing+23 more

Who can apply: Applicants must generally have IRS 501(c)(3) status or another eligible nonprofit or quasi-governmental designation; academic institutions are not eligible as applicants. The lead organization and all collaborating partners must have at least two years of experience providing comprehensive business training, technical assistance, or financing support; demonstrate collaboration with relevant and diverse stakeholders; be an Evergreen BizLink Resource Partner or have a profile submitted; and be able to serve at least 35 Washington-based unduplicated businesses during the grant period. The project must engage 2 to 5 strategic partners. The $10,000 request may not exceed 20% of the lead organization's prior actual budget.

Open nowCloses Nov 1, 2026Award: Varies

New England Funding Priorities

From Clowes Fund

Immigrant ServicesWorkforce DevelopmentK-12 Education+2 more

Who can apply: The Fund supports organizations and programs focused primarily on socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals within the listed New England geographies. First-time applicants may apply for Immigrant Services and Workforce Development. Current and recent grantees, including those in K-12 Education and Arts Education, may submit a Continuation Grant Statement of Intent. The organization budget guidance emphasizes budgets under $2.5 million, with larger budgets requiring staff guidance.

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Largest Immigrants & Refugees Foundations

HIAS INC

SILVER SPRING, MD

Annual Giving

$61.2M

Total Assets

$92M

Median Grant

$691K

Q710National
INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE INC

New York, NY

Annual Giving

$55M

Total Assets

$697M

Median Grant

$42K

Q710National
ILLINOIS COALITION FOR IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE RIGHTS

CHICAGO, IL

Annual Giving

$37.1M

Total Assets

$28.8M

Median Grant

$184K

R21ZLocal
Special Service for Groups Inc

Los Angeles, CA

Annual Giving

$18.2M

Total Assets

$137.6M

Median Grant

$74K

P840Local
GLOBAL WHOLE BEING FUND

Alameda, CA

Annual Giving

$6.7M

Total Assets

$11.4M

Median Grant

$30K

Q71National
Cook Inlet Tribal Council

Anchorage, AK

Annual Giving

$6.2M

Total Assets

$133.6M

Median Grant

$58K

P840Local
IMMIGRANT LEGAL RESOURCE CENTER

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Annual Giving

$5.6M

Total Assets

$48.6M

Median Grant

$30K

P84ZRegional
SEVENTH GENERATION FUND FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLES INC

EUREKA, CA

Annual Giving

$5.2M

Total Assets

$31.7M

Median Grant

$35K

P84JNational
ACACIA CENTER FOR JUSTICE

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$5M

Total Assets

$114.5M

Median Grant

$128K

P84Regional
FARHANG FOUNDATION

GLENDALE, CA

Annual Giving

$2.4M

Total Assets

$6.9M

Median Grant

$10K

P84Local

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Where Immigrants & Refugees Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

142

Total Giving

$131M

New YorkView all
Foundations

123

Total Giving

$199.7M

Foundations

47

Total Giving

$239.9M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

44

Total Giving

$11.7M

FloridaView all
Foundations

37

Total Giving

$9.8M

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

37

Total Giving

$25.6M

District of ColumbiaView all
Foundations

31

Total Giving

$92.3M

WashingtonView all
Foundations

28

Total Giving

$14.8M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

23

Total Giving

$13.8M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

23

Total Giving

$8.6M

Foundations

23

Total Giving

$5M

WisconsinView all
Foundations

22

Total Giving

$5.8M

MinnesotaView all
Foundations

21

Total Giving

$8.1M

VirginiaView all
Foundations

18

Total Giving

$27.5M

ConnecticutView all
Foundations

18

Total Giving

$2.6M

Types of Foundations in Immigrants & Refugees

Family Foundation314 (36.4%)

$137.8M in annual giving

Independent Foundation209 (24.2%)

$101.3M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit104 (12.1%)

$213.7M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation35 (4.1%)

$8.4M in annual giving

Identity Fund28 (3.2%)

$21.6M in annual giving

Faith-Based Foundation25 (2.9%)

$293.6M in annual giving

Funding Intermediary23 (2.7%)

$21.2M in annual giving

Other125 (14.5%)

$175.9M in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in Immigrants & Refugees

Median Grant Size

$10K

New Grantee Rate

40%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

69%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical Immigrants & Refugees foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 40% of Immigrants & Refugees foundations actively fund new organizations, and 69% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Immigrants & Refugees Grants

How many foundations fund immigrants & refugees?
There are 863 grantmaking foundations that fund immigrants & refugees programs across 50 states.
What is the median grant size for immigrants & refugees?
The median grant from foundations funding immigrants & refugees is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest immigrants & refugees foundations?
The largest foundations funding immigrants & refugees by annual giving include HIAS INC, INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE INC, ILLINOIS COALITION FOR IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE RIGHTS, with combined giving of $153.3M.
Which states have the most immigrants & refugees funders?
The states with the most immigrants & refugees foundations are California (142), New York (123), Texas (47). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find immigrants & refugees grants for my nonprofit?
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