Just Futures Initiative Grant ·Borealis Philanthropy

Overview

The Just Futures Initiative offers a grant opportunity designed to invest in grassroots organizations, coalitions, and collaborative formations working to advance community safety, democracy protection, civil rights, and belonging across the United States.

Eligibility

Organizations eligible to apply must be U.S.-based or U.S. territory-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits or fiscally sponsored projects, have an annual operating budget generally below USD $2 million, work directly with communities most affected by criminalization, and demonstrate expertise in community safety, organizing, or democracy protection.

Benefits

The inaugural Just Futures Initiative offers 12-month general operating grants, including:

• Standard Grants: USD $50,000–$100,000
• Strategic Collaborative Grants: Up to USD $200,000

Most successful applicants are expected to receive awards between USD $50,000 and USD $75,000. Collaborative initiatives may receive larger awards.

How to Apply

To apply, organizations should complete the Just Futures Eligibility Quiz. Eligible applicants will gain access to the online Letter of Interest application.

After review, selected organizations will be invited to submit a full proposal.

Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis while funding remains available, with no fixed application deadline.