New Work
The MacArthur Foundation's New Work initiative funds innovative, experimental research and strategies to advance a just, verdant, and peaceful world through cross-disciplinary and participatory approaches.
Funder: MacArthur Foundation
Due Dates: No fixed deadlines; applications accepted by invitation and on a rolling basis.
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $50,000 to $1,000,000; durations vary from 1 to 4 years.
Summary: Supports bold, innovative grantmaking to explore new strategic areas aligned with the Foundation’s mission for a just, verdant, and peaceful world.
Key Information: Application is by invitation only; open calls are not currently listed.
Description
The New Work initiative at the MacArthur Foundation is designed to identify and support ambitious, creative, and strategic new areas of grantmaking that align with the Foundation’s mission to build a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. Established in 2022, this initiative seeks to experiment with new approaches, encourage cross-program collaboration, and incorporate participatory and iterative practices. The focus is on developing innovative strategies rather than reinstating past programs, and ongoing evaluation is integral to ensure continuous learning and improvement. Funding decisions for new areas are made by the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
