Center for Racial and Social Justice – Racial Justice in Education Grant
This grant funds NEA affiliate-led projects to advance racial and social justice in education through leadership development, capacity-building, and organizational change for greater equity.
Funder: National Education Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (CRSJ Racial Justice in Education Grant full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $5,000 to $75,000 for a 1-year project period.
Summary: Supports NEA affiliates in advancing racial and social justice in education through awareness, capacity-building, leadership development, and organizational transformation.
Key Information: Only NEA state and local affiliates are eligible; State Affiliate President support required for local affiliate applications.
Description
The Center for Racial and Social Justice – Racial Justice in Education Grant, coordinated by the National Education Association (NEA) Human and Civil Rights Department, funds state and local NEA affiliates to advance racial justice in education. The grant supports projects that increase awareness of racial and social justice issues, build organizational and member capacity to address barriers, and accelerate collective action toward equity. Funded activities may include developing leadership and activism among people of color, fostering multiracial solidarity, implementing values-based organizing campaigns, and enacting organizational change strategies to create more equitable educational systems.
