Equity & Access Grants for Nonprofits

Nonprofits advancing racial equity, disability access, immigrant services, and underserved communities can access federal equity programs and foundation diversity grants.

12 open grants matching equity & access grants for nonprofits

12 grants worth up to $28.5M match your search

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ESDC — Community Programs (New Horizons, Enabling Accessibility)

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Employment and Social Development Canada

ESDC provides grants for community programs including New Horizons for Seniors, Enabling Accessibility Fund, and Social Development Partnerships.

$5K – $500K

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Ontario Disability Support Grants

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Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services

Programs and grants to support persons with disabilities including employment supports, assistive devices, and community inclusion initiatives.

$5K – $100K

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Canadian Heritage — Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism

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Canadian Heritage

Supports projects that promote intercultural understanding, civic engagement, and address barriers to equal participation in Canadian society.

$10K – $500K

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Canadian Women's Foundation

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Canadian Women's Foundation

Funds programs that address gender-based violence, economic development for women, and girls' empowerment across Canada.

$10K – $500K

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Inspirit Foundation

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Inspirit Foundation

Inspirit Foundation supports young change-makers and organizations working to build an inclusive and pluralistic Canada.

$10K – $300K

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Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities

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Canadian Tire Corporation

Jumpstart helps kids in need participate in organized sports and recreation by providing grants to families and community organizations.

$500 – $50K

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Ontario Renovates Program

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Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Provides grants to low-income homeowners and landlords for essential home repairs, accessibility modifications, and energy efficiency upgrades.

$5K – $25K

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SaskCulture — Cultural Investment Programs

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SaskCulture

SaskCulture invests in cultural development across Saskatchewan through funding for cultural organizations, festivals, heritage, and multiculturalism.

$2K – $200K

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Arts & CultureArts & CultureArts & Culture+1

Global Affairs Canada — International Development Grants

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Global Affairs Canada

Funds international development projects delivered by Canadian organizations in developing countries, focusing on gender equality, climate, health, and governance.

$50K – $20M

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Scotiabank Foundation (ScotiaRISE)

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Scotiabank

ScotiaRISE is Scotiabank's 10-year $500M initiative supporting economic resilience for disadvantaged groups, with focus on youth, newcomers, and Indigenous peoples.

$10K – $1M

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