81 Ontario Social Justice Grants

81 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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Opportunity for USA and International Individuals of African Origin to Participate in a Fellow...

Deadline: 05/15/26

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 wit...

GrantWatch ID#: 214372

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

Deadline: 05/20/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Scholarships and Mentorships to South Carolina and Ontario Black Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Scholarships of $5,000 and in-kind support to South Carolina and Ontario Black or mixed race Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD students to promote career advancement in the digital marketing field. In addition to the scholarship, participants will receive individualiz...

GrantWatch ID#: 213923

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Research Teams for Studies Related to...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers and research teams for studies related to early childhood education. The purpose of funding is to further the understanding of the education of children from birth to age eight, using the principles of Froebelia...

GrantWatch ID#: 226773

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Human Services Initiatives to Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 05/27/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofits in eligible locations for human services activities that strengthen local communities. First-time applicants must complete an organizational assessment prior to applying. Funding is intended to reduce poverty, address food insecurity, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227481

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

Deadline: 05/28/26

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 impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 175217

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Research Related to Preeclampsia

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-stage investigators and researchers for studies related to preeclampsia. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for research that addresses he...

GrantWatch ID#: 213150

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

Deadline: 05/31/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 176899

Grants to Canada Nonprofits for Housing, Environment, and Civic Programs

Deadline: 06/02/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit local communities. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of the environment, climate justice, civic engagement, and housing. The purpose of funding is to encourage organizations ...

GrantWatch ID#: 166007

Grants to Canada Nonprofits to Support Minority Groups in the Screen Sector

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations to support minority groups in the screen sector. Funding is intended for career advancement activities for Indigenous people, people with disabilities, women, BIPOC individuals, 2SLGBTQ+, and official language minority comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 228442

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Psychologists for Research Related to Di...

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $21,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career psychologists for psychology research projects related to discrimination and prejudice based on sexual orientation. Priority is given to research projects that address stigmas that are interse...

GrantWatch ID#: 224470

Fellowship to a USA, Canada, or International Early-Career Psychologist for Research Related t...

Deadline: 06/12/26

Fellowship with a stipend of $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students to pursue dissertation research projects related to discrimination and prejudice based on sexual orientation. Priority is given to research projects that address stigmas that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224471

Grants to Canada Charities for Initiatives to Serve Foster Children and Their Families

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Canada registered charities for initiatives to serve foster children and their families. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to serve anyone who has had involvement with foster care, whe...

GrantWatch ID#: 228939

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Digital Finance Projects

Deadline: 06/15/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals for digital financial inclusion projects. Funding is intended to support work that addresses barriers to accessing and using digital financial systems, including high transaction costs, limited documentatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 210586

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

Deadline: 06/16/26 LOI Date: 05/17/26

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 r...

GrantWatch ID#: 217683

Grants to USA and Canada Principal Investigators to Promote Equality in Parkinson's Research

Deadline: 06/16/26 Conference Date: 05/15/26

Grants to USA and Canada principal investigators at clinics to promote equality in Parkinson's research for underrepresented communities. Funding is intended to designate research participant coordinators to assist patient and caregiver participation in studies, t...

GrantWatch ID#: 228693

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Graduate Student for Research Related to Child Psycho...

Deadline: 06/18/26

Grant of $7,500 to a USA, Canada, or International graduate student for research related to child psychology. Funding is intended to support an early-career psychologist who studies the relationship between self-identity and scholastic achievement, primarily for c...

GrantWatch ID#: 132694

Grants to Ontario Black Youth-Led Groups and Nonprofits for Projects to Combat Racism

Deadline: 06/29/26 Conference Date: 06/02/26

Grants to Ontario Black youth-led grassroots groups, charities, and nonprofits for projects to combat racism. Funding is intended for a wide range of project types, including programming, advocacy and policy work, direct action, and community-based research projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 229195

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

Deadline: 06/30/26

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 c...

GrantWatch ID#: 169550

Grants to Ontario Tribes and Nonprofits to Promote Sustainability in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario tribal entities, nonprofit organizations, charities, and qualified donees for programs that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that help promote sustainability, reconciliation...

GrantWatch ID#: 215861

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Organization to Improve Maternal Health Care

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International organization to support efforts to improve maternal health care and address maternal health inequity. Funding is intended to contribute to an organization's progress toward and commitment to the delivery of high-quality hea...

GrantWatch ID#: 221619

Grant a USA or Canada Nonprofit to Create and Promote Change in Their Community

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grant of $1,000 to a USA or Canada nonprofit organization to create and promote change in their community. Funding is intended to help organizations address crucial community issues and improve the quality of life for residents. Eligible activities place a strong ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223164

Grant to a USA or Canada Business to Effect Change in Their Community

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grant of $1,000 to a USA or Canada business to effect change in their community. Funding is intended for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and social enterprises to improve the quality of life in their communities by emphasizing diversity and equity for all members...

GrantWatch ID#: 223213

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

Deadline: 07/01/26

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,...

GrantWatch ID#: 203431

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual or Organization for Outstanding Oral Histo...

Deadline: 07/01/26

Award of $200 to a USA, Canada, or International individual or organization to recognize outstanding achievements in using oral history to promote social justice causes. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge efforts to use oral history to create a more just a...

GrantWatch ID#: 227253

Grants to Ontario Charities for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life for Individuals

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario registered charities and qualified donees for projects to improve the quality of life for individuals in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: mental health, wellne...

GrantWatch ID#: 221861

Grants to Canada Nonprofits in the Screen-Based Industry to Support Equity-Deserving Communiti...

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants to Canada nonprofit organizations in the screen-based industry to support equity-deserving, Indigenous, and regional communities. Funding is intended for activities including program development, AI implementation, strategic planning, marketing, and leaders...

GrantWatch ID#: 223836

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

Deadline: 07/17/26

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 l...

GrantWatch ID#: 173486

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

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to Ontario nonprofit trade and event organizations for capacity-building and business development activities. Funding is available for events, activities, and initiatives to enhance growth in specific creative industries. Projects should ta...

GrantWatch ID#: 175127

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

Deadline: 07/31/26

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, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220082

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Undergraduate Psychology Students from Underrep...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Scholarships of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate students from underrepresented communities of color to pursue degrees in psychology. The purpose of the scholarship program is to support students seeking a psychology degree in clinical psycho...

GrantWatch ID#: 224480

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

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations, artist collectives, and individual artists in eligible locations for activities that engage communities through the arts. New applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 220558

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Interior Design Research Projects

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International teams for research projects related to interior design. Funding is intended to support projects that produce design principles, tools, and guidelines to benefit designers in the field. Projects will ultimately be developed ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186556

Awards to USA and Canada Individuals in Recognition of Outstanding Human Rights Work in Mental...

Deadline: 08/15/26

Awards of $5,000 to USA and Canada individuals in recognition of outstanding work championing the rights of individuals with mental health needs. The purpose of the award is to recognize individuals who have made great strides in advocating for the human rights of...

GrantWatch ID#: 221750

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Psychologist or Graduate Student for Programs or Rese...

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grant of $7,000 to a USA, Canada, or International psychologist or graduate student for research studies and programs addressing antisemitism. Funding is intended for the development, design, or implementation of research projects or programs that reduce antisemit...

GrantWatch ID#: 212092

Grants to Ontario Record Labels, Music Publishers, and Music Management Companies for Business...

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to Ontario record labels, music publishers, and music management companies for business development. The purpose of funding is to increase the number of featured artists and available jobs, to expand industry diversity, strengthen professional production an...

GrantWatch ID#: 184159

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

Deadline: 09/10/26

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, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211733

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

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 f...

GrantWatch ID#: 129040

Grants to Ontario Qualified Donees for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

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, inclusio...

GrantWatch ID#: 152914

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, and First Nations to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipal and First Nation governments, and First Nations to address community needs in eligible regions. Funding is available to applicants that make their services available to all residents, improve the...

GrantWatch ID#: 224554

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

Deadline: 10/01/26

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 fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 207136

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

Deadline: 10/01/26

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 prop...

GrantWatch ID#: 210979

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Researcher for Studies on Health and Social Justice

Deadline: 10/01/26

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 world...

GrantWatch ID#: 215040

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

Deadline: 10/07/26

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 fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 205320

Grants to Canada Researchers for Studies on the Equitable Provision of School Meals

Deadline: 10/07/26 LOI Date: 06/25/26

Grants to Canada researchers affiliated with eligible nonprofit institutions for studies to identify gaps in the equitable provision of school meals to those experiencing food insecurity. Applicants must complete required registrations and register in the grant po...

GrantWatch ID#: 228704

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

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants 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 to i...

GrantWatch ID#: 207357

Grants to Canada Researchers for Studies Related to Science and Engineering

Deadline: 10/19/26 LOI Date: 06/15/26

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 kn...

GrantWatch ID#: 203198

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Tribes and Nonprofits for Social Action Initiatives

Deadline: 10/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and Mexico tribes, tribal, Indigenous, and First Nations organizations, and Indigenous-led nonprofit organizations for social action initiatives. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208765

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

Deadline: 11/04/26

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, susta...

GrantWatch ID#: 175840

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

Deadline: 04/30/27

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 increa...

GrantWatch ID#: 214122