Peace and Security Grants for Nonprofits

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Félix Houphouët-Boigny-UNESCO Peace Prize

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Application Deadline:

February 28, 2026

The Félix Houphouët-Boigny-UNESCO Peace Prize is awarded biennially to honor living individuals and active public or private bodies or institutions that have made a significant contribution to…

International Peace Research Association Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • February 28 and July 31, 2026
  • Deadline will be updated when a new funding cycle is announced

The mission of the International Peace Research Association Foundation is to advance the field of peace research through rigorous investigation into the causes of conflict and examination of…

Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) Community Donations Program

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Application Deadline:
  • Sponsorships: none
  • Community Grant Program: February 28 and October 31, annually
  • Provincial Traffic Safety Fund: March 31 and September 30, annually
  • Car Seat Grant Program: Applications are reviewed on the 15th workday of March, June, September, and December and must be received by the Wednesday prior to the review.

The Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) Community Donations Program supports organizations in Saskatchewan through several programs that prioritize community safety and security.

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Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights

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Application Deadline:

March 1, 2026

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR, or UN Human Rights), the leading UN entity on human rights, has a mandate to promote and protect all human rights…

Sorenson Legacy Foundation

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Application Deadline:

March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, annually
Grant Range: $700 - $5675000
Average Grant: $105309

The Sorenson Legacy Foundation primarily supports nonprofit organizations in Utah, with emphasis on the Salt Lake City area.

The Foundation's areas of interest include the following:

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Markham-Nathan Fund for Social Justice

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Application Deadline:
  • Spring and Fall Grant program: March 1 and October 1, annually
  • Emergency Grant program: none
Grant Range: $500 - $4000

The Markham-Nathan Fund for Social Justice serves grassroots social justice and peace groups in western Massachusetts.

Through the Spring and Fall Grant program, the Fund provides awards…

Henry M. Jackson Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Letters of intent: March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, annually
Grant Range: $650 - $52000
Average Grant: $14455

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation partners with nonprofits, think tanks, and the University of Washington to advance leadership, climate action, and human rights.

Funding focuses on:

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NextWorldNow Community Investments

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Application Deadline:

Notifications of interest: March 1, annually (subject to early closing once 1,000 requests have been received)
 

NextWorldNow Community Investments partners with communities throughout the world, providing resources for projects defined by local leaders to improve the lives and well-being of the people in…

Many have taken a relatively peaceful world for granted. However, as the old alliances and systems that enforced that peace are being dismantled, we seem to be heading for a far more unstable world. There are many nonprofits that are doing their best to fight against this rising tide, by trying to foster peace and security wherever possible.

These nonprofits are only able to do their good work thanks to the generous funding from grants. Peace grants can be used for a wide range of purposes, including funding conflict resolution initiatives, disarmament, violence prevention and human rights advocacy. 

There are a variety of organizations that provide these kinds of grants. These traditionally included federal agencies, such as the United States Institute of Peace, as well as private foundations such as the MacArthur Foundation and the Peace and Security Funders Group. 

When drafting a peace grant proposal, it's important to back up your arguments with data. You need to demonstrate there is a real need that your nonprofit is in position to address. Examples of relevant data could include rates of violence in certain conflict zones, and local community needs when it comes to security. Good places to get started collecting this data can include the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute and the World Bank. 

If you need more pointers on writing great grant proposals, make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the topic. You can also start browsing a selection of peace grants right here, all open for applications.