Racial Equity Seed Grants
Supports Black-led organizations developing youth leadership and intergenerational collaboration through racial justice programming in Allegheny County.
Funder: POISE Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per award for programming support; not for general operating costs.
Summary: Supports Black-led organizations advancing youth leadership and intergenerational collaboration in racial justice through targeted programming.
Description
This grant provides programming support for Black-led, Black-serving organizations focused on advancing youth leadership, development training, and community-based intergenerational collaborations within the racial justice space. The intent is to empower youth and foster dialogue and creative solutions among youth, adults, and seniors to address the root causes of injustice and inequity. Grantees will participate in Foundation-sponsored learning sessions with other recipients. The grant is specifically for programming activities and does not cover general operating support.
