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

0

Open Grant Opportunities

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

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: $5K – $50K

Community Grants

From Leonard Litz Foundation

LGBTQ+ health and wellnessCrisis interventionRacial justice+2 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be registered 501(c)(3) public charities or fiscally sponsored by one. The organization's primary purpose must be serving the LGBTQ+ community. Grantmaking is limited to U.S.-based organizations, with priority for the Northeast. Applicants may submit one application per calendar year and must choose one of the Foundation's three grant programs. Strong, diverse leadership, replicable or scalable activities, solid financial health, and commitment to communities of color are considered.

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 11 days (Oct 8, 2026)Award: $0 – $25K

PAFP Resident Community Health Impact Grants (RIG Impact Grants)

From Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians Foundation

Primary care accessRural and underserved populationsCommunity health+11 more

Who can apply: Projects must be resident-led, supported by a dedicated faculty mentor, address an identified community health need, involve collaboration with a community organization, and benefit communities traditionally marginalized in health care. Applicants must provide a resident lead and faculty team member. All funded projects must be presented at the RIG Summit in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on April 10, 2027.

Open nowCloses in 16 days (Oct 13, 2026)Award: $1K – $20K

PFund Community Grants

From Philanthrofund Foundation

LGBTQ+ communitiesGeneral operating supportCore programs+2 more

Who can apply: Applicants must align with PFund’s mission and vision, primarily serve LGBTQ+ populations in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and/or the Native Nations therein, have been in operation for at least one year, and be registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the IRS or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Open nowCloses in 18 days (Oct 15, 2026)Award: $1K – $5K

General Grants (Fund for Southern Communities)

From Fund for Southern Communities

Anti-discriminationWorkers' rightsSelf-determination in low-income and disenfranchised communities+10 more

Who can apply: Organizations must be progressive grassroots social change organizations working in North Carolina, South Carolina, or Georgia and addressing eligible social justice causes. FSC does not fund direct services such as feeding, housing, or tutoring. Organizations are eligible to apply once each year.

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.

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Largest LGBTQ+ Foundations

THE PRIDE FOUNDATION

SEATTLE, WA

Annual Giving

$4.2M

Total Assets

$52.9M

Median Grant

$10K

R26ZRegional
SOUTHERNERS ON NEW GROUND INC

ATLANTA, GA

Annual Giving

$3.4M

Total Assets

$19.1M

Median Grant

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R260Regional
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

OregonView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$1M

GeorgiaView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$814K

WisconsinView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$678K

North CarolinaView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$6.4M

MarylandView all
Foundations

4

Total Giving

$407K

Types of Foundations in LGBTQ+

Independent Foundation50 (26.3%)

$22.9M in annual giving

Family Foundation35 (18.4%)

$13.5M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit34 (17.9%)

$9.2M in annual giving

Identity Fund15 (7.9%)

$10.4M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation12 (6.3%)

$1.8M in annual giving

Requires Review6 (3.2%)

$200 in annual giving

Place Based Fund6 (3.2%)

$1.5M in annual giving

Other32 (16.8%)

$17.3M in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in LGBTQ+

Median Grant Size

$12K

New Grantee Rate

44%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

72%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical LGBTQ+ foundation awards grants of $12K. Approximately 44% of LGBTQ+ foundations actively fund new organizations, and 72% 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, SOUTHERNERS ON NEW GROUND INC, Transgender Law Center, with combined giving of $9.9M.
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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