74 Ontario Social Justice Grants

74 Social Justice Grants for Ontario

Discover grants that promote social justice, equity, and human and civil rights. Funding supports advocacy, initiatives, and programs that address discrimination, promote inclusion, and empower marginalized and underserved communities impacted by systemic injustice, racial injustice, prejudice and discrimination based upon their age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, and sexual orientation.

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Grants to Canada Nonprofits to Address Health Disparities Among Underserved Populations

Deadline: 06/16/25

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations to address health disparities among underserved populations. Funding is intended to advance projects that improve access to care, respond to the needs of marginalized communities, foster culturally appropriate services, and help...

GrantWatch ID#: 221155

Grant to a USA Psychologist for Research Addressing Child Psychology

Deadline: 06/19/25

Grant of $8,500 to a USA psychologist for research addressing child psychology. Funding is intended to support an early career psychologist who studies the relationship between self-identity and scholastic achievement, primarily for children in kindergarten through eig...

GrantWatch ID#: 132694

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Women, Promote Inclusivity, and...

Deadline: 06/27/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit women, promote inclusivity, and protect the planet. Funding is intended to safeguard the mental health of young women and boost their self-esteem; champion inclusivity; and enc...

GrantWatch ID#: 221251

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals of African Origin to Participate in...

Deadline: 06/30/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals of African origin to participate in a human rights fellowship program. Participants will receive extensive training, build their skills, learn about international human rights laws, and become familiar with hum...

GrantWatch ID#: 214372

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Support Researchers in Expanding their ...

Deadline: 07/01/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit institutions to support researchers in expanding their expertise. Funds are intended for early-career researchers and provide five-year funding for research and mentoring related to new methods, disciplines, and conten...

GrantWatch ID#: 169550

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Programs that Address Worldwide Injust...

Deadline: 07/01/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for initiatives that address injustices worldwide. Eligible organizations provide programs in a broad range of areas, including the arts, hunger and homelessness, LGBTQIA2S+ support, the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203431

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Artists to Participate in a Residency in North ...

Deadline: 07/02/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International artists to participate in a residency. The program is intended to support professional artists with residencies in media including but not limited to clay, books, drawing, painting, papermaking, textiles, photography, prin...

GrantWatch ID#: 214892

Awards to Honor Ontario Individuals and Groups for Promoting Inclusivity for Individuals with ...

Deadline: 07/11/25

Awards to Ontario individuals, organizations, and teams to recognize outstanding work in promoting communities that are inclusive of people with intellectual disabilities. Strong candidates work to ensure that people who have intellectual disabilities have equal rights...

GrantWatch ID#: 181036

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Individuals in Eligible Locations for Arts and Cultural Proje...

Deadline: 07/18/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts and cultural organizations and individuals in eligible locations to strengthen the creative community. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to enhance opportunities for local ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173486

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, and Teams for Outstanding...

Deadline: 07/31/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International organizations, individuals, and teams to recognize outstanding work in the field of psychoanalysis. Contributions to the field may be made by nominees and applicants in a broad range of fields, including teachers, artists, write...

GrantWatch ID#: 220082

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Activists, Artists, and Scholars to Lead Community Pr...

Deadline: 08/01/25 Conference Date: 06/11/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International activists, organizers, artists, and scholars to lead programs within communities addressing urgent issues. Successful applicants will remain working in the field and receive intellectual support from institution...

GrantWatch ID#: 215278

Grants to Ontario Artists, Collectives, and Nonprofits for Arts-Based Community Engagement Pro...

Deadline: 08/05/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations, artist collectives, and individual artists in eligible locations for activities that engage communities through the arts. Funding is intended for projects that promote inclusion and self-expression. Projects can involve o...

GrantWatch ID#: 220558

Grants to Ontario Trade and Event Nonprofits for Capacity-Building and Business Development

Deadline: 08/07/25

Grants of up to $35,000 to Ontario nonprofit trade and event organizations for capacity-building and business development activities. Funding is available for projects that will encourage the growth of local cultural media industries. Priority will be given to projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 175127

Grants to Ontario Individuals to Promote Physical Activity for Children in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 08/10/25

Grants to Ontario individuals to promote physical activity for children in eligible locations. Grants, in the form of vouchers, are intended to help children, ages 4-18, overcome social and economic barriers that prevent their participation in sports, recreation, and p...

GrantWatch ID#: 211733

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, NGOs, Social Enterprises, and Businesses ...

Deadline: 08/15/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International fledgling nonprofit organizations, NGOs, social enterprises, and businesses in recognition of exceptional contributions to promoting social justice in the hospitality and tourism sectors. In addition to a monetary prize, winners...

GrantWatch ID#: 221293

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Start-Ups to Address Social and...

Deadline: 08/29/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, social entrepreneurs, and businesses to participate in a contest to address social and environmental concerns. The contest is intended primarily for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to devise solutio...

GrantWatch ID#: 215166

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 09/01/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Psychologists and Graduate Students for Programs or R...

Deadline: 09/04/25

Grants of $7,000 to USA, Canada, and International psychologists and graduate students for research studies and programs addressing antisemitism. Funding is intended for the development, design, or implementation of research projects or programs that reduce antisemitis...

GrantWatch ID#: 212092

Grants to Ontario Record Labels and Music Publishers to Develop the Local Music Market

Deadline: 09/11/25

Grants to Ontario record labels and music publishers to develop the local music market. First-time applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to promote job creation; expand artist rosters; invest in professional recording and producti...

GrantWatch ID#: 190230

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Conservation, Arts...

Deadline: 09/12/25 LOI Date: 07/18/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for ocean conservation programs and to address social causes. First-time applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to a full grant application. Funding is also available to USA nonprofits...

GrantWatch ID#: 178256

Grants to Ontario Video Game Production Companies To Produce New Games and Experiences

Deadline: 09/15/25

Grants to Ontario video game production companies to support the production of new video games and experiences. Funding is intended to help companies create additional jobs, expand their market presence, and increase the diversity of their material. Funds will be distr...

GrantWatch ID#: 218897

Grants to Canada Music Artists, Record Labels, and Managers for Artist Promotion and Touring I...

Deadline: 09/25/25

Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impact ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 175217

Grants to Ontario Film Production Companies to Create and Produce Movies and Digital Series

Deadline: 09/25/25

Grants to Ontario film production companies to create and produce movies and digital series. Funding is intended for activities at all stages of development, including story optioning, final draft treatment, polish and package, and the production phase. Eligible expens...

GrantWatch ID#: 218898

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs that Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Co...

Deadline: 09/30/25

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, public education institutions, and government entities to enhance the quality of life in eligible regions. The purpose of these grants is to promote programs that serve communities where the fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 129040

Grants to Ontario Qualified Donees for Community Benefit Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/30/25

Grants to Ontario qualified donees for projects that enhance the community and address community needs in eligible locations. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Focus areas include education; arts and culture; diversity, equity, and inclusion...

GrantWatch ID#: 152914

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Programs to Enhance the Health of the ...

Deadline: 09/30/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for programs to enhance the health of the LGBTQ+ community. Eligible proposals are those that address physical and behavioral health issues, including but not limited to substance abuse, HIV and AIDS, bas...

GrantWatch ID#: 207042

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Black-Led Nonprofits, Black Artists, and Collectives for...

Deadline: 10/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $15,000, grants of up to $20,000, and in-kind support to Ontario Black-led nonprofit organizations and Black professional artists and collectives in eligible regions for career advancement activities. Funding is intended for the...

GrantWatch ID#: 207136

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Environmental Initiatives in Real Est...

Deadline: 10/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for environmental initiatives in the real estate industry. Funding is intended for academic faculty, students, real estate managers, tenants, and building owners. Preference will be given to proposals...

GrantWatch ID#: 210979

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Researcher for Studies Related to Health and Social J...

Deadline: 10/01/25

Award to a USA, Canada, or International researcher for outstanding health-based studies related to social justice. The awards are intended for scientifically based research that has improved the health and well-being of individuals facing health disparities worldwide....

GrantWatch ID#: 215040

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Assist Underserved Populations in Commu...

Deadline: 10/01/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects to assist underserved populations in communities around the world. Funding is intended for activities that improve communities through economic development, technology, and e...

GrantWatch ID#: 217532

Grants to Canada Indigenous Nonprofits, Charities, and Groups for Indigenous-Led Programs

Deadline: 10/09/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to Canada Indigenous nonprofit organizations, registered charities, and community groups for Indigenous-led programs. Funding areas of interest include health and mental health, education, the environment, and technology. The purpose of funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 205320

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Psychologists and Graduate Students for Projects Rela...

Deadline: 10/09/25

Grants of $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career psychologists and graduate students affiliated with nonprofit institutions and government agencies for projects in the area of social justice. Funding is intended to support collaborative projects that aim...

GrantWatch ID#: 207357
Upcoming

Grants to Canada Researchers for Studies Related to Science and Engineering

Deadline: 10/10/25 LOI Date: 06/16/25

Grants to Canada researchers affiliated with IHEs for studies related to science and engineering. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to encourage interdisciplinary exchanges of information and promote knowled...

GrantWatch ID#: 203198

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, Tribes, and Agencies t...

Deadline: 10/16/25 LOI Date: 09/16/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, IHEs, school districts, government agencies, and tribes to address barriers to cancer treatments of underrepresented communities. Applicants must complete the required regist...

GrantWatch ID#: 217683

Grants to Ontario Charities to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/16/25

Grants of up to $15,000 and grants of up to $35,000 to Ontario registered charities for programs to benefit the community in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: the arts, the environment, recreation, he...

GrantWatch ID#: 218439
Upcoming

Grants to Ontario Qualified Donees for Community Enhancement Projects and Programs in Eligible...

Deadline: 10/17/25

Grants to Ontario qualified donees for community enhancement projects and programs in eligible regions. Funding priorities include enhancing wellbeing and belonging and increasing resilience in communities, families, and individuals. Eligible projects must support comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 173388

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, Indigenous Communities, and Religious Entities to Supp...

Deadline: 11/05/25

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, Indigenous communities, collaboratives, and religious entities to support existing programs that improve the quality of life and promote vibrant communities. Priority areas include active lifestyles, sustainabl...

GrantWatch ID#: 175840

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Lif...

Deadline: 11/30/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the quality of life for local communities. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of Alzheimer’s and aging, community initiatives, youth development, leg...

GrantWatch ID#: 176899

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Scholars to Pursue Research in the Humanities

Deadline: 12/15/25

Fellowships of $70,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars for research projects in the humanities. The purpose of the program is for scholars to benefit from the funding source's library of resources to pursue their research. The fellowships will be conducted b...

GrantWatch ID#: 205390

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International PhD Student for Research Addressing Violence

Deadline: 02/01/26

Grant of $25,000 to a USA, Canada, or International PhD student in the final year of study for research addressing violence. Funding is intended for studies related to violence within a broad range of areas including domestic, wars, terrorism, racial, political, and cr...

GrantWatch ID#: 205270

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities in Eligible Locations to Improve Health Outcomes

Deadline: 02/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario registered charities in eligible locations for community-based projects that improve health outcomes. Funding is intended for programs and activities to improve health equity for people from different backgrounds that are at a higher ...

GrantWatch ID#: 194431

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations to Improve Healthcare for Underserved Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada organizations for initiatives to improve healthcare for underserved communities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: cancer prevention, advancing crisis preparedness and response, and increasing ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214122

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies for Research Addressing Equit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and public agencies for research programs that address equitable healthcare policies and practices. A letter of inquiry is required before being invited to submit a full grant proposal. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 162242

Grants to Canada Charitable Organizations and Municipalities for Programs Related to Physical ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada charitable organizations and municipalities for community programs related to physical and mental health, social services, and diversity and inclusion. Funding is intended for programs that will improve community wellness and make a positive impact.

GrantWatch ID#: 167087

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Individuals to ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA, Canada, and International grassroots nonprofit organizations and individuals to advocate for disadvantaged children and youth in eligible regions. Funding is intended for small, innovative organizations that address the needs of ch...

GrantWatch ID#: 167614

Grants to Ontario Aboriginal Organizations and Communities to Promote Involvement in the Minin...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario Aboriginal organizations and communities in eligible locations to promote involvement in the mining process. Applicants are required to register in the online system prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for communities located in ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 169284

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Individuals for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, groups, and individuals in eligible locations for projects that benefit the community. Applicants may request funding to support social, recreational, and cultural programs; travel; and festivals and use of facilities. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 175533

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, NGOs, Institutions, and Individuals...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, NGOs, institutions, individuals, or collaborations between various entities to develop social impact projects. Finalists are given funding, publicity, and help with other resources in order to get ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180556

Grants to Canada Qualified Donees for Programs that Address Climate, Reconciliation, and Commu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada qualified donees for programs that benefit the community. Focus areas include strengthening communities, reconciliation, and climate. The purpose of this program is to advance community well-being and environmental sustainability at a generational scal...

GrantWatch ID#: 184312

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofit and Charitable Organizations for Programs that Benefit Loca...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit and charitable organizations in multiple states and provinces for programs that benefit local communities served by the funding source. The grant is intended to support impactful projects, events, and initiatives in the areas of educa...

GrantWatch ID#: 185110