Grantmaking
Marguerite Casey Foundation grants support research and initiatives advancing systemic change, social justice, and power-shifting in historically marginalized communities.
Funder: Marguerite Casey Foundation
Due Dates: Invitation-only; no open deadlines
Funding Amounts: General operating grants; Freedom Scholars: $250,000 unrestricted, one-time award
Summary: Supports leaders and organizations advancing systemic change and shifting power in marginalized communities.
Key Information: Grants and Freedom Scholars awards are invitation-only; unsolicited proposals are not accepted.
Description
The Marguerite Casey Foundation provides general operating grants and special awards (such as Freedom Scholars) to leaders, organizations, and initiatives that demonstrate the potential to shift the balance of power in their communities. The foundation's funding supports campaigns, research, and community-rooted initiatives aimed at creating systemic change, empowering historically excluded populations, and advancing social and economic justice. Major focus areas include community organizing, leadership development, policy advocacy, and academic research aligned with movement-building.
