Social Justice Nonprofits
Focused squarely on communities most impacted by oppressive systems in the U.S., our nonprofit directory highlights grassroots organizations, BIPOC- and LGBTQIA-led nonprofits, and social justice efforts that often receive the least amount of funding but are closest to the solutions. Give now with confidence. All organizations have been vetted using these criteria.
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Strengthening Democracy
Advocacy and policy efforts play a significant role in our democracy. Grassroots organizing, litigation, and public education are some of the ways advocacy work can effect policy change, and it’s crucial that communities of color are not just at decision-making tables, but setting priorities and leading change efforts. Browse nonprofits focused on powerbuilding, democracy, and civic engagement.
A New Way Of Life Reentry Project los angeles, CA
Racial Justice
Racial inequity intersects nearly every issue in society -- from access to education to the environment to the quality of healthcare. And for centuries, communities of color have been denied wealth-building opportunities. Browse nonprofits focused on centering BIPOC-led solutions.
30 Years After beverly hills, CA
A Church For Us sacramento, CA
A Philip Randolph Educational Fund washington, DC
Climate Justice
While we’re all facing the negative consequences of a warming earth, the impacts of climate change are disproportionately felt by some communities -- those that already face the most disadvantages. Browse nonprofits focused on community-led solutions, powerbuilding, and policy change.
1% for the Planet burlington, VERMONT
1% for the Planet Inc burlington, VT
Alaska Community Action On Toxics anchorage, AK
Asian Pacific Environmental Network oakland, CA
Immigrants and Refugees
Millions of immigrants and refugees call the U.S. home, but racism, abuse, policies and other barriers prevent many people from thriving. In addition, there is a dearth of philanthropic funding to immigrant and refugee populations. Browse nonprofits focused on movement building and other systems change efforts.
ACLU Foundation Of San Diego & Imperial Counties san diego, CA
ACLU Foundation Of Southern California los angeles, CA