Grants

Investing in nonprofits that are advancing a new, transformative system of justice with the core values of racial equity, economic well-being, and fundamental fairness for all.

Grants Overview

Public Welfare Foundation awards grants to nonprofits that honor the Foundation’s core values of racial equity, economic well-being, and fundamental fairness for all. The Foundation looks for strategic points where its funds can make a significant difference and improve lives through policy and system reform that results in transformative change.

The Foundation funds organizations that currently hold a 501(c)(3) status with the Internal Revenue Service working in the United States. Organizations that do not have this status can apply with a fiscal sponsor. The Foundation does not fund individuals, scholarships, direct services, or international projects.

Grant Types: How We Fund the Work

General Support Grants

General support grants are for day-to-day operating costs or to further the work of your organization. These grants are not earmarked for a particular program or project.

Program or Project Support Grants

Program or project support grants support a specific program or activity of the organization. These are restricted grants and must be used for that program or project.

Special Opportunities Grants

The Special Opportunities Program supports projects reflecting the Foundation’s mission and underlying values. These are one-time only grants that are especially timely and compelling. At times, this kind of grant serves as a laboratory for new ideas.

Grants Awarded

Public Welfare Foundation awards grants throughout the year. Please see our database below to see what we have funded. Filter grants by fiscal year and program area.

  • Washington, DC // 2021

    The Praxis Project

    Support for the UndocuBlack Network to create inclusive immigrant and racial justice movements.
    Awarded
    $25,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary
  • Chicago, IL // 2021

    Cabrini Green Legal Aid Clinic

    General support.
    Awarded
    $25,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary Fund
  • Milwaukee, WI // 2021

    Public Allies

    Support for young adult leaders in apprenticeships with local nonprofit partners to build capacity, shape inclusive cultures and transform communities.
    Awarded
    $25,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary Fund
  • Seattle, WA // 2020

    ORS Impact

    Support for an evaluation and learning framework.
    Awarded
    $95,000
    Term
    6 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary
  • Mechanicsville, VA // 2020

    Women’s Institute for Science Equity and Race

    General support.
    Awarded
    $25,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary
  • Washington, DC // 2019

    March on Washington Film Festival

    General support.
    Awarded
    $25,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary Fund
  • New York, NY // 2019

    New World Foundation

    Support for the Diverse Asset Managers Initiative.
    Awarded
    $25,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary Fund
  • Washington, DC // 2019

    Step Afrika U S A Incorporated

    Support for marketing and communications efforts for Step Afrika!'s 25th anniversary.
    Awarded
    $25,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary Fund
  • Washington, DC // 2019

    The MusicianShip DC

    Support for the DC Funk Parade.
    Awarded
    $15,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary Fund
  • Washington, DC // 2019

    Pacifica Foundation, dba WPFW

    General support.
    Awarded
    $25,000
    Term
    12 months
    Program
    President's Discretionary Fund