Black Girls Defense Fund – Resistance and Resilience Grant 2026 (Up to $20,000 Funding Opportunity for Southern US Organizations) ·Black Girls Defense Fund

Overview

This grant offers funding opportunities of up to $20,000 for organizations defending, protecting, and advocating for Black girls, women, and femme-identifying youth in the Southern United States.

Eligibility

• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or have a fiscal sponsor with a nonprofit organization.
• Annual budget under $1 million.
• Must operate in at least one Southern U.S. state (e.g., Alabama, Florida, Texas, etc.).

Benefits

Applicants will receive grant funding ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 to support community-led initiatives aimed at justice, safety, health equity, and systemic change.

How to Apply

Complete the JustFund Common Application™ and submit required documents, including:

• W9 form
• Proof of 501(c)(3) status or fiscal sponsorship agreement
• Most recent Form 990
• Organizational budget

For detailed application guidelines, click here.

Deadline

Application opens: May 5, 2026
Application deadline: May 14, 2026 (8:00 PM EST)