Social Media Grants for Nonprofits

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European Media and Information Fund

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Application Deadline:

Actions in support of fact-checking: last day of February, June, and October, annually

The European Media and Information Fund, established by the European University Institute and the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, is dedicated to supporting fact-checking and media literacy…

GLOCAL Foundation of Canada

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Application Deadline:

July 15, 2026

The GLOCAL Foundation of Canada seeks to promote digital civic engagement through local participation and global understanding in Canada.

The CANConnect Diversity Microgrants program,…

Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany

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Application Deadline:

Institutional Grants Program and Compensation Payment Programs: none
Holocaust Research, Education, and Documentation: March 15, annually
Film Grants: March 15, 2026

The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) secures material compensation for Holocaust survivors around the world.

Grants are available for organizations…

NYC Pride: Community Grants

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Application Deadline:

June 5, 2025
(The 2026 deadline will be available early in the year.)

Grant Range:
$800 - $2500

NYC Pride is a New York City based nonprofit organization that plans and produces the city's official LGBTQIA+ Pride events, which are designed to inspire, educate, commemorate, and celebrate the…

NYC Pride: Pride Gives Back

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Application Deadline:

February 1, 2026

NYC Pride is a New York City based nonprofit organization that plans and produces the city's official LGBTQIA+ Pride events, which are designed to inspire, educate, commemorate, and celebrate the…

SMEX: Digital Rights Fund for WANA

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Application Deadline:

None

SMEX is a nonprofit that advocates for and advances human rights in digital spaces across West Asia and North Africa.

SMEX's Digital Rights Fund for WANA aims to empower individuals,…

Global Media Peace Awards

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Application Deadline:
  • August 31, 2025 (latest expired date)
  • Deadline will be updated when a new funding cycle is announced

The Global Media Peace Awards, an initiative of Executive Education HEC Montréal in collaboration with Pale Bleu Dot Foundation – Japan, aim to encourage and support peace-building efforts on a…

United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland

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Application Deadline:
  • May 15, 2025 (latest expired date)
  • The deadline will be updated when a new funding cycle is announced.

The United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland helps local grassroots service agencies in greater Cleveland, OH, by providing them with financial assistance for their programs. 

The Fund's…

Social media has become an essential tool for many nonprofits, due to the overwhelming prevalence of social media within our modern society. Social media allows nonprofits to reach out to new audiences and communities, build awareness and drive action.

There are many social media grants designed to help nonprofits cover funding for their social media endeavors. Grants can be used to help create and manage social media campaigns, hire social media management tools and measure the impact of social media activities. There are a variety of private foundations and corporate organizations that provide social media grants, such as Google Ad Grants. 

When drafting a social media grant proposal, you need to use data to forge a compelling case. You need to demonstrate a clear knowledge of the audience you are hoping to reach, and how you can use social media to reach them. 

If you need further tips on writing great grant proposals, make sure to check out our full overview of the subject. You can also start to browse social media grants right here, all open for applications.