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

Rolling basis - Contact Directly

Grants have ranged from $50,000 to $2,000,000; typical duration and size vary by project and organization.

Supports equitable, community-driven approaches to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing clean energy, with a focus on the US and India.

Currently not accepting unsolicited proposals; contact the Foundation to share ideas or perspectives.

--- ## Description This program supports initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from energy-related sources, with a strong emphasis on equity and community engagement. The grantmaking focuses on subnational efforts in key cities, states, and regions, especially in the United States and India. The program seeks to foster equitable climate solutions by: - Enhancing citizen engagement in policy-making - Learning from and sharing decision-making with communities disproportionately affected by climate change - Supporting organizations representing those lacking access to reliable clean energy, those economically disadvantaged by the energy transition, and those experiencing disproportionate health impacts Grantmaking is organized around four main approaches: - Altering political discourse to include more equitable solutions - Advancing and enforcing climate-friendly energy policies and regulatory actions - Expanding climate solutions financing and the funding community - Supporting power building within affected communities The program aims to center racial, economic, and generational equity in the global transition to clean energy. --- ## Due Dates - No specific due dates are currently available; reach out to the MacArthur Foundation on a rolling basis *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $50,000 to $2,000,000, depending on project scope and organizational needs. - Representative recent awards include $500,000–$2,000,000 for general operations and specific initiatives. --- ## Eligibility - Primary focus is on organizations working in the United States and India. - Priority given to organizations: - Led by or representing communities of color, Indigenous peoples, rural communities, and displaced workers - Without access to reliable, clean energy - Economically disadvantaged by the energy transition - Experiencing disproportionate health impacts of climate change - Other eligible entities may include: - Entrepreneurs, policymakers, investors, aligned funders - Organizations in India: emphasis on capacity-building, including those representing workers’ and smallholder farmers’ interests - Currently, unsolicited proposals are not accepted; however, sharing new ideas and perspectives with the Foundation is encouraged. --- ## Application Process - The MacArthur Foundation is not accepting unsolicited proposals for this program at this time. - Interested organizations or individuals may contact the Foundation to share new ideas or perspectives via email. - For more information, review the [grant guidelines](https://www.macfound.org/programs/bigbets/climate-solutions/grant-guidelines) and [program strategy](https://www.macfound.org/programs/bigbets/climate-solutions/strategy). - If invited, applicants will be guided through the Foundation's application process. --- ## Additional Information - The program is part of MacArthur Foundation’s “Big Bets” initiative, designed for transformative, time-limited investments. - There is a strong commitment to equity, especially for BIPOC-led organizations and those serving rural or marginalized communities. - Representative grants and additional resources are available on the [program overview page](https://www.macfound.org/programs/bigbets/climate-solutions/). --- ## 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) - [MacArthur Foundation Grants Information](https://www.macfound.org/grants/info-for-grantseekers) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Contact | [Contact Form](https://www.macfound.org/about/contact-us) | | Email | climatesolutions@macfound.org | | Phone | +1 312-726-8000 | | Address | 140 S. Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60603, USA |

Climate Solutions - MacArthur Foundation

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