[MacArthur Foundation](https://www.macfound.org)

June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typical awards range from $50,000 to $2,000,000+; most grants are multi-year.

Supports equitable, community-driven climate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, focusing on the US and India.

Unsolicited proposals are not accepted; invitation or referral required.

--- ## Description The MacArthur Foundation's Climate Solutions grant program aims to accelerate the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions—especially from energy-related sources—by supporting equitable, community-driven solutions. The program prioritizes work in the United States and India, with an emphasis on subnational action in key cities, states, and regions. Funding is directed toward projects that foster citizen engagement in climate policy, seed innovative strategies, and empower communities disproportionately affected by climate change, such as communities of color, Indigenous peoples, rural communities, and displaced workers. Strategic approaches include shifting political discourse, advancing climate-friendly policies, expanding climate finance, and building community power. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical awards range from $50,000 (for seed or convening grants) up to $2,000,000+ (for general operations or large-scale initiatives). - Most grants are multi-year. --- ## Eligibility - The program supports organizations (not individuals) working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance climate equity. - Strong preference for organizations led by or representing communities disproportionately impacted by climate change (e.g., communities of color, Indigenous peoples, rural communities, displaced workers). - In the US: Focus on BIPOC-led organizations and those representing rural communities. - In India: Capacity-building for organizations representing workers’ and smallholder farmers’ interests, even if not exclusively climate-focused. - Other beneficiaries can include entrepreneurs, policymakers, investors, and aligned funders. - **Unsolicited proposals are not accepted**; applications are by invitation or referral only. However, the Foundation welcomes new ideas and perspectives via email. --- ## Application Process - **By invitation or referral only**: The Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals for the Climate Solutions program. - Prospective applicants may share new ideas or perspectives by contacting the program team at [climatesolutions@macfound.org](mailto:climatesolutions@macfound.org). - If invited, applicants will receive guidelines and instructions for submitting a formal proposal, typically through the Foundation’s online portal. --- ## Additional Information - The program emphasizes equity, supporting solutions shaped by the communities most affected by climate change and the energy transition. - Four main strategic approaches: - Altering political discourse - Advancing/enforcing climate-friendly policies - Expanding climate finance - Supporting power-building in affected communities - Seed funding is occasionally available for innovative or timely approaches, including in finance, governance, and philanthropy. --- ## External Links - [Climate Solutions Program Overview](https://www.macfound.org/programs/bigbets/climate-solutions/) - [Grant Guidelines](https://www.macfound.org/programs/bigbets/climate-solutions/grant-guidelines) - [Program Strategy](https://www.macfound.org/programs/bigbets/climate-solutions/strategy) - [Info for Grantseekers](https://www.macfound.org/grants/info-for-grantseekers) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |---------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [4answers@macfound.org](mailto:4answers@macfound.org) | | Program Team (Ideas) | [climatesolutions@macfound.org](mailto:climatesolutions@macfound.org) | | Phone | +1 312-726-8000 | | Contact Form | [Contact Us](https://www.macfound.org/about/contact-us) |

Climate Solutions

Sign in to see full grant listing