2026 Call for Applications:
The purpose of the Get Up, Rise Up direct action fund is to support activists globally to shift power through strategic nonviolent direct actions to create a more socially and ecologically just, healthy, and equitable world for all.
Do you have a BOLD, creative idea for your campaign—or a daring and urgent direct action—but you need a little tangible boost (i.e. cash) to help it happen? We will be awarding small grants to creative, beautiful actions and trainings that challenge systems of injustice and inspire collective action.
We are particularly looking to support grassroots mobilizations that disrupt binary framing, use compelling visuals, create many points of entry, consider your audience, have smart action logic, and address meaningful targets. Get inspired by principles, tactics, and stories in our toolbox!
Across the globe, people are rising up to demand change — from defending democracy and protecting land and water to fighting for gender, racial and economic justice. Ordinary people everywhere have a beautiful role to play in holding governments and corporations accountable. We recognize the transformative role arts and culture can play in shifting narratives that build people power toward collective liberation and a more just and healthy world.
From each round of GURU Fund applications, we select 1- 3 actions. Proposals must meet the GURU Fund requirements. Grants will be awarded up to $1000.
NOTE: Applications are accepted on a rolling-basis and reviewed monthly. Applications received by the 5th of the month will be reviewed that month. Applications received after the 5th will be reviewed the following month.
Support us to offer more grants by making a generous donation HERE!! Learn more in this letter from Beautiful Trouble.