Nathan Cummings Foundation Grant 2026 in USA
Apply for the Nathan Cummings Foundation Grant 2026 in USA, offering up to $250,000 in annual funding for social justice and systems change initiatives. Enjoy a flexible, year-round Letter of Inquiry process.
Overview
The Nathan Cummings Foundation Grant 2026 provides financial support to organisations focused on advancing social and economic justice, community-centred innovation, and systems-level change. Managed by the Nathan Cummings Foundation in the United States, this funding opportunity supports projects designed to challenge systemic inequalities, strengthen communities, and test sustainable approaches to complex social issues.
Benefits
- Up to $250,000 per year in funding.
- Project support lasting up to two years.
- A flexible, rolling application process allowing submissions year-round.
- Opportunities to scale and expand the impact of mission-driven initiatives.
Eligibility
- Organisations developing community-focused programmes.
- Entities addressing social justice and equity issues.
- Groups implementing innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- Organisations seeking to influence broader systems change with measurable impact.
How to Apply
Interested organisations can apply by submitting a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) through the foundation's online portal. Applications are open year-round. Submissions should outline the proposed initiative, describe the specific challenge and community impact, demonstrate organisational capacity, and detail expected outcomes and scaling potential.
Deadline
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed closing date.