BackBlack Impact Grant 2026

BackBlack Impact Grant 2026 is sponsored by BackBlack Movement (managed by BNB Foundation). The BackBlack Impact Grant is a community-driven grant program providing direct funding to Black-led nonprofits during Black Philanthropy Month.

Impact Grants — Back Black Campaign BackBlack Impact Grant 2026 The BackBlack Impact Grant is a community-driven grant program providing direct funding to Black-led nonprofits during Black Philanthropy Month.

BackBlack will award four $5,000 grants, a total of $20,000 in unrestricted funding , to organizations demonstrating creativity and storytelling, community engagement and outreach, and strong campaign activation and communication during Black Philanthropy Month. Launch your fundraising campaign Launch or continue a fundraising campaign on any online platform of your choice.

Your campaign can support any aspect of your work and doesn’t need to mention Black Philanthropy Month, but it must be active and accepting donations at some point during August 2026. Submit your campaign to BackBlack Submit your campaign through the official BackBlack Impact Grant submission form . This allows us to confirm your eligibility, track engagement, and consider your organization for funding.

Grant recipients will be announced by early October 2026! To be eligible for the BackBlack Impact Grant, your organization must: Be a Black-led nonprofit verified in the BackBlack Directory . Not yet listed?

Apply early! Verification takes 2–3 business days and must be completed before applications close. Have an active fundraising campaign on any platform during August 2026.

Using an official BackBlack partner is encouraged but not required. Submit your campaign through the official BackBlack Impact Grant submission form by August 31, 2026, at 8:00 p. m.

ET. Four $5,000 grants will be awarded for a total of $20,000 in unrestricted funding. Grants are awarded on merit, not by chance or fundraising totals.

There’s no minimum amount you need to raise, and organizations of every size are welcome. No separate grant proposal or project budget is required. View the full terms and conditions here Applications will be reviewed by a panel of community judges selected by BackBlack.

Organizations will be evaluated on: Creativity & Storytelling Mission-aligned content, authenticity, and creative approaches to campaign storytelling Donor participation, community involvement, and campaign momentum Effective Use of Fundraising Tools Consistent promotion, supporter updates, and thoughtful use of fundraising tools Application review & selection Grant recipients announced Grant funds will be distributed through BackBlack’s fiscal sponsor after selected organizations complete the required eligibility and payment documentation.

View the 2025 Grant Recipients to get inspired! Ready to submit your campaign? Submit your campaign by August 31st, by 8pm ET to be considered for a 2026 BackBlack Impact Grant.