LGBTQ+ Grants

190 foundations$76.6M total annual giving$12K median grant39 states with funders

Discover 190 grantmaking foundations funding lgbtq+ programs, with combined annual giving of $76.6M. The median grant size for lgbtq+ is $12K.

LGBTQ+ Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

190

Total Annual Giving

$76.6M

Total Assets Under Management

$4.7B

Median Grant Size

$12K

States with Funders

39

Total Grants on Record

10,043

Open Grant Opportunities

Live programs funding lgbtq+ that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowCloses in 4 days (Aug 16, 2026)Award: $5K – $15K

Envision Fund Grants

From Santa Fe Community Foundation

HIV preventionLGBTQ+ anti-discriminationschool-based safety programs+2 more

Who can apply: Organizations based throughout New Mexico are eligible for funding; grants align with the fund's priority areas and are considered in the fall cycle.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Aug 31, 2026)Award: Up to $75K

Changing Our Tomorrows 2026 Charitable Grants Cycle

From Changing Our Tomorrows

Mental healthHealth care servicesHousing assistance

Who can apply: Open to registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organizations. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to ethical practices, accountability, and a track record of positive engagement. 2026 cycle prioritizes projects serving Loudoun residents.

Open nowCloses in 21 days (Sep 2, 2026)Award: Varies

LGBTQ Community Fund (Affinity Fund)

From Chicago Community Trust

LGBTQ communitybasic needscivil rights and advocacy

Who can apply: Organizations in the Chicago metropolitan region with budgets under $3,500,000 are eligible to apply. Proposals must serve the LGBTQ community and fit one of the stated funding areas.

Open nowCloses Sep 17, 2026Award: Up to $67K

Design-Your-Own Fellowship

From Equal Justice Works

access to justicecivil legal aidimmigrant rights+7 more

Who can apply: Open to nonprofit organizations in the United States and its territories that can provide legal supervision, workspace, materials, health insurance, and fringe benefits; applicants must partner with an eligible fellow candidate. Candidates must attend or have attended an Equal Justice Works member law school and meet fellowship eligibility requirements.

Open nowCloses Sep 24, 2026Award: Up to $10K

Love is Love LGBTQ+ Fund

From Community Foundation for Muskegon County

LGBTQ+ community supportequitycommunity services

Who can apply: Organizations and projects that serve and/or advance Muskegon County’s LGBTQ+ community are eligible.

Open nowCloses Sep 24, 2026

Committee Grants

From Paul C Johnson Foundation

environmentpollution reductionwaste reduction+22 more

Who can apply: Organizations must align with a committee fund’s stated priorities and apply through the Community Foundation’s general grant application.

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Largest LGBTQ+ Foundations

THE PRIDE FOUNDATION

SEATTLE, WA

Annual Giving

$4.2M

Total Assets

$52.9M

Median Grant

$10K

R26ZRegional
Transgender Law Center

Oakland, CA

Annual Giving

$2.3M

Total Assets

$37.7M

Median Grant

$50K

R26Regional
CENTERLINK INC

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

Annual Giving

$969K

Total Assets

$2.4M

Median Grant

$14K

R26National
DESTINATION TOMORROW INC

BRONX, NY

Annual Giving

$80K

Total Assets

$4.1M

Median Grant

$20K

P88National

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Where LGBTQ+ Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

33

Total Giving

$12.5M

New YorkView all
Foundations

24

Total Giving

$22.5M

FloridaView all
Foundations

11

Total Giving

$3.8M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

8

Total Giving

$1.9M

MichiganView all
Foundations

8

Total Giving

$1.5M

WashingtonView all
Foundations

7

Total Giving

$4.9M

Foundations

7

Total Giving

$938K

IllinoisView all
Foundations

7

Total Giving

$6.4M

District of ColumbiaView all
Foundations

7

Total Giving

$2.7M

Foundations

6

Total Giving

$412K

GeorgiaView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$814K

OregonView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$1M

North CarolinaView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$6.4M

WisconsinView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$678K

MarylandView all
Foundations

4

Total Giving

$407K

Types of Foundations in LGBTQ+

Independent Foundation50 (26.3%)

$22.9M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit40 (21.1%)

$9.2M in annual giving

Family Foundation35 (18.4%)

$13.5M in annual giving

Identity Fund15 (7.9%)

$10.4M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation12 (6.3%)

$1.8M in annual giving

Place Based Fund6 (3.2%)

$1.5M in annual giving

Professional Association5 (2.6%)

$5.6M in annual giving

Other27 (14.2%)

$11.8M in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in LGBTQ+

Median Grant Size

$12K

New Grantee Rate

45%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

70%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical LGBTQ+ foundation awards grants of $12K. Approximately 45% of LGBTQ+ foundations actively fund new organizations, and 70% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About LGBTQ+ Grants

How many foundations fund lgbtq+?
There are 190 grantmaking foundations that fund lgbtq+ programs across 39 states.
What is the median grant size for lgbtq+?
The median grant from foundations funding lgbtq+ is $12K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest lgbtq+ foundations?
The largest foundations funding lgbtq+ by annual giving include THE PRIDE FOUNDATION, Transgender Law Center, CENTERLINK INC, with combined giving of $7.5M.
Which states have the most lgbtq+ funders?
The states with the most lgbtq+ foundations are California (33), New York (24), Florida (11). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find lgbtq+ grants for my nonprofit?
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