Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund Grants
The Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund supports research-driven, equity-focused nonprofit work in democracy, education, immigrant rights, and racial justice to empower communities and advance social change.
Funder: Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants are in the mid five- to six-figure range; median grant length is ~1.7 years; recent annual giving ~$24M.
Summary: Supports nonprofit leaders and organizations advancing social change, equity, and community empowerment through grantmaking.
Key Information: The Fund is not currently accepting unsolicited proposals; opportunities may be limited to invited applicants.
Description
The Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund provides grants to organizations and leaders dedicated to advancing social change, with a strong focus on leadership development, equity, and community empowerment. The Fund supports nonprofit and movement partners tackling complex societal challenges, particularly in areas such as democracy, college success, immigrant rights, and racial justice. Their grantmaking emphasizes innovative strategies, collaboration, and capacity-building to help communities thrive. The Fund is recognized for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and for providing both financial and non-monetary support to grantees.
