862 foundations$962.7M total annual giving$10K median grant50 states with funders
Discover 862 grantmaking foundations funding immigrants & refugees programs, with combined annual giving of $962.7M. The median grant size for immigrants & refugees is $10K.
Immigrants & Refugees Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
862
Total Annual Giving
$962.7M
Total Assets Under Management
$35.2B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
50
Total Grants on Record
26,300
Open Grant Opportunities
Live programs funding immigrants & refugees that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 27 days (Jul 24, 2026)Award: $500 – $5K
Who can apply: Welcomes proposals from community-based organizations located within the Puget Sound region. Prioritizes organizations serving historically underserved communities, including BIPOC and refugee or immigrant populations. Does not fund social services/direct services, individuals, scholarship funds, religious activities, or fundraising drives.
Children's rightsDisability rightsAnti‑discrimination+9 more
Who can apply: Open to U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations only. Applicants must be legal organizations litigating social‑justice cases in the Foundation's issue areas. Individuals are excluded; criminal cases and amicus briefs are excluded. Cases must be filed (or be appealable) within the Foundation's defined timeframe for the cycle (example: cases filed after Oct 1, 2025 for the 2026 cycle).
Health careHousing and homelessnessFood security+3 more
Who can apply: 501(c)(3) organizations. One application per organization per year. Required Information Sheet and supporting documents as specified by the foundation. Prior-year grantees must submit the Final Evaluation Form to be considered.
EducationCommunity and Social ServicesHealthcare+11 more
Who can apply: 501(c)(3) active status with the IRS; organization has an EIN registered with a Davidson County address and/or provides a major portion of its services to Davidson County residents; current and complete profile on GivingMatters.com; organization’s focus is in Education, Community and Social Services, or Healthcare. Not eligible: higher education, children and/or adults with disabilities, disease-specific organizations, older adults, advocacy, research projects/programs, national and/or international organizations.
cultural festivalsarts and cultural heritage traditionsimmigrant communities+2 more
Who can apply: Cultural festivals in Franklin County; festivals must be pre-existing and primarily reach or represent immigrant, refugee, and New American communities.
The typical Immigrants & Refugees foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 67% of Immigrants & Refugees foundations actively fund new organizations, and 74% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Immigrants & Refugees Grants
How many foundations fund immigrants & refugees?
There are 862 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 INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE INC, HIAS INC, Alianza Nacional de Campesinas Inc, with combined giving of $153.7M.
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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