Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice (U.S. Fund) (Astraea)
A public foundation that funds LGBTQI organizations. Its U.S. Fund gives flexible general-support grants to grassroots and small to mid-sized groups that can have a hard time securing grants elsewhere.
Who it is for
LGBTQI-led grassroots and small to mid-sized organizations in the US seeking general operating support.
Good to know
Prioritizes groups led by lesbians and queer women, trans and gender non-conforming people, intersex people, and people of color.
Before you start
How you apply: Apply directly to the funder.
Apply directly to Astraea during an open grant cycle.
How to apply
- Review the current funds and eligibility on the Astraea apply page.
- Confirm your organization fits the U.S. Fund priorities.
- Submit a letter of inquiry or application during an open cycle as instructed.
Deadline: Grant cycles open periodically. Check the apply page for the current call. (Annual cycle)
Amount: Flexible general-support grants, generally in the range of $5,000 to $30,000 per year. Confirm current figures on the official page.
Verified as of 2026-06-01. Resources are checked periodically against their official source. Details, amounts, and deadlines change. Confirm the current information on the official page before you rely on it.