GrantMaking
To realize our vision, we support organizations and initiatives to increase the number of children who graduate with choices for the future; grow civic engagement in our region; and enhance arts, cultural organizations, and greenspaces. Our giving is guided by our commitment to learning and evaluation, which deepens our understanding of these areas and identifies what works.
Our staff proactively connects with current and potential grantees and collaborates with stakeholders to drive this work forward.
$2.7 billion given since our founding in 1937
Our Board-approved strategic framework prioritizes deep commitments to Civic Engagement, Public Education, Arts & Culture, and Greenspaces, as well as provides flexibility to address emerging opportunities and challenges when they arise and where the Endowment can have a significant impact, such as homelessness. Our giving is guided by our commitment to Learning & Evaluation, which deepens our understanding of these areas and identifies what works.
$120 million+
AWARDED in 2022
300+ grants
approved in 2021 and 2022
800+ grantees
supported in past decade
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Erin M. Forssman
Astrid Gomes
Lynn Droddy
Priscilla Gomez
Brigid Murphy
