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

No fixed deadline; not accepting unsolicited proposals at this time

~$5 million in grants awarded annually; investment size and duration vary by project

Provides catalytic capital and grants to support global social/environmental innovation, field-building, and equity in impact investing.

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

--- ## Description The MacArthur Foundation's Impact Investments program provides both catalytic capital and grant funding to address significant social and environmental challenges worldwide. The program is designed to fill gaps left by traditional markets, unlock additional resources for mission-driven organizations, and build a stronger ecosystem for impact investing. Investments and grants are developed in collaboration with Foundation teams and partners, advancing institutional priorities such as community development, climate innovation, Indigenous economic autonomy, local news, and inclusive media. In addition to direct investments, the program awards grants to strengthen the field of impact investing, foster the use of catalytic capital, and advance equity and inclusion within the investment and finance sectors. --- ## Due Dates - No formal deadline; funding is not open for unsolicited proposals. - Interested parties may contact the Foundation to discuss new ideas or perspectives. --- ## Funding Amount - Approximately $5 million in grants are awarded each year to support field-building and ecosystem growth. - Impact investments (debt, equity, or guarantees) are structured case-by-case, with size and duration varying by initiative and collaboration. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible recipients include: - Nonprofit organizations - For-profit enterprises - Special-purpose funds - Public agencies - Quasi-governmental entities - Investments can be structured as Program-Related Investments (PRI) or Mission-Related Investments (MRI), according to project characteristics and purpose. --- ## Application Process - The Foundation is not currently accepting unsolicited proposals. - Researchers and organizations with innovative ideas aligned with program priorities are encouraged to [contact the Foundation](mailto:nbarksdale@macfound.org) to share perspectives or discuss potential collaboration. - Prospective applicants may create an account or log in to the Foundation’s grants portal: [Login or Create Account](https://macfound.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new) --- ## Additional Information ### Current Priority Areas - **Chicago Commitment:** Flexible, risk-tolerant capital for community-centered real estate and placemaking. - **Climate Solutions:** Clean energy innovation and deployment, especially in underserved communities in India and the U.S. - **Indigenous Autonomy:** Economic power and cultural independence for Indigenous peoples. - **Just Home Project:** Innovative housing models to disrupt the cycle between housing instability and incarceration. - **Local News:** Strengthening local news ecosystems and civic engagement. - **Journalism and Media:** Financing for impactful, inclusive, and accurate narratives in film and media. ### Field Support Grants Focus - Strengthening the global catalytic capital ecosystem - Building infrastructure for impact investing networks - Supporting standards, transparency, and public policy for impact investing - Advancing equity and inclusion in investment and finance --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://www.macfound.org/programs/field-support/impact-investments/) - [Strategy Details](https://www.macfound.org/programs/field-support/impact-investments/strategy) - [Investment and Grant Guidelines](https://www.macfound.org/programs/field-support/impact-investments/grant-guidelines) - [Info for Grantseekers](https://www.macfound.org/grants/info-for-grantseekers) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Contact | [Contact Form](https://www.macfound.org/about/contact-us) | | Email | [4answers@macfound.org](mailto:4answers@macfound.org) | | Program Inquiries | [nbarksdale@macfound.org](mailto:nbarksdale@macfound.org) | | Phone | +1 312-726-8000 | | Address | 140 S. Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60603, USA |

Impact Investments - MacArthur Foundation

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