Democracy and Civic Life
The Henry Luce Foundation's Democracy and Civic Life Initiative funds research and projects that strengthen democratic culture and civic engagement in the U.S. through citizen participation and community problem-solving.
Funder: Henry Luce Foundation
Due Dates: March, June, November (Board reviews) | Rolling (Concept Notes)
Funding Amounts: Grants typically range from $10,000 to $1,000,000; multi-year support possible; indirect costs up to 20%.
Summary: Supports projects that repair and strengthen democratic culture through citizen participation, community problem-solving, and rebuilding trust in institutions.
Key Information: Concept Notes accepted year-round; full proposals by invitation only.
Description
The Democracy and Civic Life Initiative of the Henry Luce Foundation is dedicated to repairing and strengthening democratic culture in the United States. The program supports projects that promote active citizen participation in governance, particularly at the local level, and seeks to ensure that citizens have access to information, education, and tools for meaningful civic engagement. It funds citizen-led efforts to address practical community issues, rebuilds trust in shared institutions, and supports research, convenings, and dissemination of best practices that foster new conceptions of American identity and belonging.
