Five Grantmaking Institutions Funding Black-Led Justice Work: A Mini Resource List
- Karen Mosley
- Jun 21
- 2 min read
Philanthropy is shifting and some funders are leading the way by resourcing the bold visions of Black-led organizations. Below are five institutions doing meaningful work to support Black feminist, abolitionist, and social justice movements. These funders are committed to redistributing power and investing in communities that have long been underfunded and overlooked.
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Founded by MacKenzie Scott, Yield Giving has redistributed over $17 billion to more than 2,300 nonprofits since 2019. The fund prioritizes unrestricted, trust-based giving and has supported a number of Black-led, community-rooted organizations without requiring lengthy applications or burdensome reporting. Yield Giving represents a new kind of philanthropy…one that centers trust, equity, and generosity.
Explore past recipients and Scott’s giving philosophy here: https://yieldgiving.com/gifts
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The Black-Led Movement Fund (BLMF) at Borealis Philanthropy provides long-term support to the Movement for Black Lives ecosystem. Since its launch in 2016, BLMF has awarded over $36 million in grants to grassroots organizations working to dismantle systemic racism, protect Black lives, and build collective Black power.
Learn more about their grantees and funding model: https://borealisphilanthropy.org/black-led-movement-fund/
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The Black Feminist Fund is a global resource mobilization project created by and for Black feminists. Their Sustain Fund offers multi-year, flexible core support—ranging from $50,000 to $200,000 per year—to visionary groups organizing around racial, gender, and economic justice. Their funding approach is deeply rooted in relationship, abundance, and liberation.
Learn about their values and application process: https://blackfeministfund.org/grantmaking/
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Headquartered in Accra, Ghana, AWDF supports feminist movements across Africa and the Middle East. Since its founding in 2000, AWDF has awarded over $26 million in grants to more than 1,200 organizations. They prioritize women-led initiatives in areas such as sexual and reproductive health, economic empowerment, and LGBTQ+ rights.
Explore AWDF’s programs and regional focus: http://www.awdf.org
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A long-standing champion of gender justice, the Global Fund for Women has granted over $100 million to feminist movements in over 170 countries. They fund Black-led organizations both in the U.S. and globally, with a focus on bodily autonomy, freedom from violence, and economic justice.
See how they’re resourcing movements for change: https://www.globalfundforwomen.org
Final Thoughts
Black-led organizations have always been on the front lines of liberation work. These funders recognize that truth and are investing in the future we all deserve.
Whether you’re a grantseeker, a movement partner, or a philanthropic ally, we encourage you to learn more about these institutions and share them with your network.
Let’s keep building a world where abundance flows toward justice.
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