Social Justice Grants in Missouri

77 foundations fund social justice programs in Missouri. See who they are, what they give, and how to reach them.

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These foundations have a track record of funding social justice work in Missouri, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.

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Open nowCloses in 8 days (Nov 20, 2026)Award: Up to $4K

Annual Artist Grant Cycle (Puffin Foundation Grants)

From Puffin Foundation Ltd (F/K/A Puffin New Jersey Inc)

Fine artsMusicPhotography+4 more

Who can apply: Grants can only be awarded to US residents with a Social Security number or US-based nonprofits, including fiscal sponsors. Organizations with annual budgets over $250,000 and projects with budgets over $250,000 are ineligible. Puffin does not fund travel, education, or writing or publishing books. In rare cases, US citizens or permanent residents may be funded for projects outside the United States, particularly where the project is accessible to people residing in the United States.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Dec 1, 2026)Award: $5K – $75K

Center for Racial and Social Justice—Racial Justice in Education Grant

From National Education Association of the United States

Racial justiceSocial justiceLeadership development+2 more

Who can apply: NEA state and local affiliates may apply. Proposals must include detailed planning, supporting documents, narrative and budget information. Grantees must submit scheduled progress and final reports.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Dec 1, 2026)Award: $5K – $20K

Partners in Training (PiT)

From Historic Preservation Education Foundation

Historic preservation technologyTechnical preservation trainingPreservation trades+3 more

Who can apply: The applicant organization must be based in the United States and the project must be undertaken in the United States and implemented in 2026 or 2027. Applicants may be educational institutions or nonprofit organizations. The project must address an important or emerging technical preservation topic, be distinct from ongoing activities, have a qualified Initiative Chair, demonstrate organizational and partner commitment, and have a reasonable budget. Direct construction costs and wages are discouraged. Preference is given to projects matched with other funds and demonstrating broad or ongoing impact.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Dec 1, 2026)Award: Up to $76K

Justice Catalyst Fellowships (Justice Catalyst Fellowship; Antitrust Fellowship)

From Justice Catalyst

antitrustconsumer rightsdecarceration+8 more

Who can apply: Applicants must graduate from an accredited U.S. law school with a J.D. or LL.M. within 2 years of applying; or, in limited cases, non-attorneys may apply. A host organization must be an eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit, plaintiff-side/public interest law firm, union, or tribal/local/state/federal government agency. Project must align with Justice Catalyst's non-profit, tax-exempt mission.

Open nowCloses in 24 days (Dec 6, 2026)Award: $2K – $20K

French in Higher Education (French For All)

From Albertine Foundation

French and Francophone StudiesCurriculum innovationEnrollment growth+2 more

Who can apply: French departments and programs in U.S. colleges and universities seeking to increase enrollment and implement mid- to long-term innovative changes may apply.

Open nowRolling / open intake

General Grantmaking (requested grants & unsolicited gifts)

From Kaleta A Doolin Foundation

gender equitywomen and girls' healthwomen and girls' security+6 more

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations. The foundation states it funds nonprofit organizations through requested grants and unsolicited gifts.

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Largest Social Justice in Missouri Foundations

RESTORATION OF AMERICA

DOWNERS GROVE, IL

Annual Giving

$55.2M

Total Assets

$14.6M

Median Grant

$500K

R11National
AARP

Washington, DC

Annual Giving

$35.8M

Total Assets

$13.1B

Median Grant

$15K

R25National
DEMOCRACY MATTERS FOUNDATION

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$33.6M

Total Assets

$2.2M

Median Grant

$80K

R60National
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$28.4M

Total Assets

$961.9M

Median Grant

$260K

R600National
WAY TO WIN ACTION FUND INC

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$17.6M

Total Assets

$1.5M

Median Grant

$100K

R01National
UNITE AMERICA INC

DENVER, CO

Annual Giving

$17.3M

Total Assets

$7M

Median Grant

$50K

R01National
CHILDREN'S DEFENSE FUND

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$13.3M

Total Assets

$40.1M

Median Grant

$39K

R200National
GILL FOUNDATION

DENVER, CO

Annual Giving

$11.8M

Total Assets

$194.3M

Median Grant

$5K

R30National
USAGING

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$11.2M

Total Assets

$9.2M

Median Grant

$86K

R99National
CLEAN SLATE INITIATIVE INC

ORLANDO, FL

Annual Giving

$11.1M

Total Assets

$64.3M

Median Grant

—

R20National
Alliance Defending Freedom

Scottsdale, AZ

Annual Giving

$10.5M

Total Assets

$112.2M

Median Grant

$25K

R600National
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$10.4M

Total Assets

$242.8M

Median Grant

$95K

R20National
BVM CAPACITY BUILDING INSTITUTE INC

Atlanta, GA

Annual Giving

$8.6M

Total Assets

$13.6M

Median Grant

$10K

R02Regional
WORKING FAMILIES ORGANIZATION INC

BROOKLYN, NY

Annual Giving

$8.1M

Total Assets

$22.4M

Median Grant

$100K

R40National
MS FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN INC

BROOKLYN, NY

Annual Giving

$7.6M

Total Assets

$129.3M

Median Grant

$25K

R240National
NAACP EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS INC

BALTIMORE, MD

Annual Giving

$7.4M

Total Assets

$89.5M

Median Grant

$25K

R22National
ASIAN AMERICANS ADVANCING JUSTICE - AAJC INC

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$6.9M

Total Assets

$33.9M

Median Grant

$80K

R20ZNational
STATE VOICES

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$6.9M

Total Assets

$15.6M

Median Grant

$50K

R40National
ORGANIZE ACTION

CLOVERDALE, CA

Annual Giving

$6.9M

Total Assets

$1.4M

Median Grant

$100K

R12National
Houston in Action Network

Houston, TX

Annual Giving

$6.1M

Total Assets

$9.8M

Median Grant

$40K

R40Local
STATE POLICY NETWORK

ARLINGTON, VA

Annual Giving

$6.1M

Total Assets

$19.8M

Median Grant

$77K

R02National
COMMITTEE ON STATES

RALEIGH, NC

Annual Giving

$5.5M

Total Assets

$1.9M

Median Grant

$50K

R40National
FOCUS FOR DEMOCRACY FUND

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$4.7M

Total Assets

$12.4M

Median Grant

—

R20National
Think Big America

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$3.8M

Total Assets

$325K

Median Grant

$125K

R11National
WITH HONOR ACTION INC

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$2.8M

Total Assets

$6.9M

Median Grant

$10K

R01National

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