[Tides](https://www.tides.org/funds-initiatives/advancing-girls-fund)

March 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

No set minimum or maximum; past grants range from ~$10,000 to $500,000+ for 1 year.

Supports community-led efforts to break down barriers in the US political system, fight voter suppression, and foster a more inclusive, participatory democracy.

Forecasted opportunity; dates and details may shift—monitor program page for updates.

--- ## Description The Healthy Democracy Fund at Tides is a collaborative initiative dedicated to strengthening democracy by supporting organizations that combat voter suppression, increase voter turnout, and foster political engagement—especially among communities historically excluded from the US political process. The fund emphasizes community-informed organizing and advocacy, supporting grantees in nonpartisan voter education, registration drives, fighting disinformation, and advancing fair redistricting. Its overarching goal is to empower underserved populations and ensure equal representation through year-round, community-driven efforts. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - No set minimum or maximum grant amount. - Past awards have ranged from approximately $10,000 to over $500,000, typically for a 12-month period. - The fund has historically distributed over $30 million via 370+ grants to 150+ organizations nationwide. - Funding is intended for both rapid-response and long-term capacity-building projects. --- ## Eligibility - Open to US-based 501(c)(3) public charities. - Charitable activities of 501(c)(4) organizations may also be supported. - Organizations must engage in nonpartisan civic engagement and voter education; strictly partisan activities are not eligible. - Priority is given to: - BIPOC-led, community-based organizations. - Groups working in states with significant barriers to voting for people of color, youth, and low-income communities (priority states: Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, New York, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida). - Activities must align with Tides’ tax-exempt purposes and cannot include partisan political activity. --- ## Application Process - The next anticipated application cycle is projected for March 2026. - Application instructions and detailed requirements are typically announced via the [Healthy Democracy Fund program page](https://www.tides.org/funds-initiatives/healthy-democracy-fund) and the Tides newsletter. - Prospective applicants are encouraged to: - Sign up for program updates via the [Tides Healthy Democracy Fund newsletter](https://join.tides.org/l/914011/2024-03-08/9gglq). - Review the [priorities report](https://www.tides.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Tides_Healthy-Democracy-Fund_Priorities-Report-2024.pdf) for current focus areas. - Prepare materials demonstrating impact, organizational capacity, and alignment with HDF priorities. - Required materials and submission portal details will be posted when the cycle opens. --- ## Additional Information - The fund supports a broad range of nonpartisan efforts, including: - Voter registration and turnout initiatives. - Education to counter mis- and disinformation. - Advocacy for voting rights and fair redistricting. - Election protection and bilingual poll worker recruitment. - Priority is given to organizations with deep community roots and a focus on year-round engagement. - HDF does not fund partisan political campaigns or activities. --- ## External Links - [Healthy Democracy Fund Program Page](https://www.tides.org/funds-initiatives/healthy-democracy-fund) - [Sign up for Grant Cycle Updates](https://join.tides.org/l/914011/2024-03-08/9gglq) - [2024 Priorities Report (PDF)](https://www.tides.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Tides_Healthy-Democracy-Fund_Priorities-Report-2024.pdf) - [Tides Foundation Main Site](https://www.tides.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |--------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Tides Contact Page](https://www.tides.org/contact/) | | Program Email | [healthydemocracy@tides.org](mailto:healthydemocracy@tides.org) | | Phone | 415.561.6400 | ---

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