These foundations have a track record of funding social justice work in Ohio, 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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The George Gund Foundation General Grantmaking Program
Climate and environmental justiceCulture and artsEconomic justice and community power+4 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations based in the United States. Organizations and projects should fall within one of the Foundation's five program areas and connect their work to one or more issue areas in the Foundation's What We Believe statement. The Foundation does not support organizations engaged in discriminatory or illegal activities. Public Education grants primarily support organizations making a direct impact within and around students in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District; charter schools, private schools, schools outside CMSD, and most higher-education requests are not currently prioritized.
social justicepoverty reductionfamily economic stability+9 more
Who can apply: Organizations advancing equity for historically marginalized people and connecting their work to one or more issue areas in the Foundation’s What We Believe statement. The program supports public policies and direct-impact work related to basic needs and justice systems.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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