New Work
MacArthur Foundation's New Work initiative supports innovative, collaborative research projects addressing evolving societal challenges with a focus on equity and transformative impact.
Funder: MacArthur Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (No fixed deadlines; ideas accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Awards range widely; recent grants span $100,000–$4,500,000, typically for 1–3 years.
Summary: Supports bold, innovative, and collaborative philanthropic initiatives addressing emerging societal challenges aligned with MacArthur’s mission and values.
Key Information: Most grants are by invitation, but unsolicited ideas can be submitted through the portal.
Description
The New Work initiative of the MacArthur Foundation is designed to identify and launch new areas of philanthropic activity that respond to evolving and persistent societal challenges. Established in 2022, this program seeks creative, strategic, and ambitious approaches that foster cross-program collaboration and participatory practices. New Work leverages the Foundation’s experience, networks, and resources to advance equity and align with its broader mission to build a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. The initiative is iterative, informed by ongoing feedback, and final decisions rest with the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
