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Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant Opportunity - Emerging Grant is sponsored by Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts. This grant aims to empower community-based organizations in Western Massachusetts, supporting projects focused on grassroots organizing, leadership development, and advocacy for systemic change to address racial and economic disparities.
It prioritizes organizations rooted in local communities and led by individuals directly affected by inequality.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations with an IRS 501(c)(3) status or a fiscal sponsor, an operating budget less than $5 million (strong preference for under $1 million). Projects must be rooted in Hampden, Hampshire, and/or Franklin County and led by or meaningfully guided by communities most impacted by racial, economic, or social inequality. Organizations should have begun systems change or power-building work and be ready to grow that work. Funding cannot support internal organizational DEI. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $30,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant Opportunity - Emerging Grant are due July 14, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant Opportunity - Emerging Grant is funded by Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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