LGBTQ+ Grants

190 foundations$80.1M total annual giving$12K median grant39 states with funders

Discover 190 grantmaking foundations funding lgbtq+ programs, with combined annual giving of $80.1M. The median grant size for lgbtq+ is $12K.

LGBTQ+ Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

190

Total Annual Giving

$80.1M

Total Assets Under Management

$4.6B

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 nowNext cycleAward: Up to $10K

Access Camps

From Grand Rapids Community Foundation

youth developmentsummer enrichmentequitable access+4 more

Who can apply: Day and overnight camp programs serving Kent County youth that provide academic, social, and/or recreational opportunities. Priority is given to inclusive and welcoming experiences for youth of color, youth who identify as LGBTQ+, and youth with disabilities.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Jun 30, 2026)Award: Varies

LGBTQ Fund (Competitive Grants)

From Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham

LGBTQ servicesLGBTQ youth and familiesorganizational capacity+2 more

Who can apply: Supports organizations led by or serving LGBTQ persons and families; may fund service provision, educational opportunities, collaboration, and nonprofit partners working on intersecting public policy and social justice issues. Serves Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Blount, and Walker counties.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Jun 30, 2026)Award: Not specified on the page.

LGBTQ Fund (Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham)

From Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham

LGBTQ youth servicesLGBTQ individuals and familiesorganizational infrastructure+3 more

Who can apply: Supports nonprofit organizations in the listed counties with programs that align to the fund’s mission.

Open nowCloses in 4 days (Jul 1, 2026)

Equitable Health Outcomes (formerly Health of the Urban Community)

From Mt Sinai Health Foundation

equitable health outcomeshealth promotiondisease prevention+4 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations. Projects should align with Foundation priorities, have scale, show measurable outcomes, and generally serve vulnerable populations in Greater Cleveland/Cuyahoga County. Generally does not fund individuals.

Open nowCloses in 4 days (Jul 1, 2026)Award: $10K – $100K

Social Equity Grant Program

From Morgan Family Foundation

social equityeducation disparitiesfinancial literacy+9 more

Who can apply: Primarily 501(c)(3) public charities; occasionally units of government. Requests should align with advancing social equity in St. Cloud and consider organizational equity practices. The foundation generally does not consider requests for less than $10,000.

Open nowCloses Jul 31, 2026Award: Varies

Our LGBTQ Fund (Community Leadership Initiative Grants)

From Grand Rapids Community Foundation

LGBTQ+ communitieshealth equitysocial determinants of health+2 more

Who can apply: Community organizations with programming that addresses social determinants of health for LGBTQ+ communities.

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Largest LGBTQ+ Foundations

THE PRIDE FOUNDATION

SEATTLE, WA

Annual Giving

$4.2M

Total Assets

$52.9M

Median Grant

$10K

R26ZRegional
HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN FOUNDATION

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$2.6M

Total Assets

$38.6M

Median Grant

$12K

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
HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN INC

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$885K

Total Assets

$37.3M

Median Grant

$10K

R26National
FUNDERS FOR LESBIAN AND GAY ISSUES INC DBA FUNDERS FOR LGBTQ ISSUES

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$650K

Total Assets

$5.7M

Median Grant

$50K

R26National
EQUALITY FOUNDATION OF GA INC

ATLANTA, GA

Annual Giving

$611K

Total Assets

$2.3M

Median Grant

$611K

R26Local
TEXAS FREEDOM NETWORK EDUCATION FUND

AUSTIN, TX

Annual Giving

$536K

Total Assets

$2.9M

Median Grant

$135K

R26Regional
DESTINATION TOMORROW INC

BRONX, NY

Annual Giving

$243K

Total Assets

$5.8M

Median Grant

$20K

P88National
SERVICES AND ADVOCACY FOR GAY LESBIAN BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER ELDERS INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$229K

Total Assets

$31.1M

Median Grant

$25K

P88National

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Where LGBTQ+ Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

33

Total Giving

$12.6M

New YorkView all
Foundations

24

Total Giving

$21.5M

FloridaView all
Foundations

11

Total Giving

$3.7M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

8

Total Giving

$1.9M

MichiganView all
Foundations

8

Total Giving

$1.4M

WashingtonView all
Foundations

7

Total Giving

$4.7M

Foundations

7

Total Giving

$1.6M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

7

Total Giving

$6.5M

District of ColumbiaView all
Foundations

7

Total Giving

$4.5M

Foundations

6

Total Giving

$461K

OregonView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$1M

GeorgiaView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$915K

WisconsinView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$579K

North CarolinaView all
Foundations

5

Total Giving

$6.4M

MarylandView all
Foundations

4

Total Giving

$403K

Types of Foundations in LGBTQ+

Independent Foundation50 (26.3%)

$21.6M in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit40 (21.1%)

$11.1M in annual giving

Family Foundation35 (18.4%)

$12.9M in annual giving

Identity Fund15 (7.9%)

$13.2M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation12 (6.3%)

$1.7M in annual giving

Place Based Fund6 (3.2%)

$1.6M in annual giving

Professional Association5 (2.6%)

$5.5M in annual giving

Other27 (14.2%)

$12.6M in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in LGBTQ+

Median Grant Size

$12K

New Grantee Rate

70%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

83%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical LGBTQ+ foundation awards grants of $12K. Approximately 70% of LGBTQ+ foundations actively fund new organizations, and 83% 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, HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN FOUNDATION, Transgender Law Center, with combined giving of $9.1M.
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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