The Arca Foundation supports organizations and projects that work to advance economic and racial justice, an inclusive democracy, peace and security, human rights, and a clean environment.
The Foundation seeks to advance transparent, accountable, and just public policies by funding initiatives that:
- work to engage diverse, impacted communities in organization that puts people on the front lines of social change;
- educate the public about policies that advance the greater good;
- promote transparency and access to information; and
- strive for structural, game-changing reforms.
Domestically in the U.S., the Foundation focuses on supporting organizations working to advance greater economic and racial equity, specifically by addressing the impacts of financialization on an inclusive economy, democracy, and the environment.
Internationally, the Foundation focuses on supporting organizations that work to advance a more just U.S. foreign policy that prioritizes human rights and peace and security over militarization. (Supported organizations must be based in the U.S.)
The Foundation is also committed to supporting innovative, timely projects that do not necessarily fall without its strict domestic or international focus areas. These grants are most appropriate in instances where discrete funding can help to catalyze meaningful impact.
Types of support include general and project support. The Foundation also provides fiscal sponsorship for organizations without IRS 501(c)(3) status.
The Foundation does not consider requests to/for:
- scholarships or fellowships;
- scholarly research;
- individuals;
- government programs;
- capital projects;
- endowments;
- direct or grassroots lobbying; or
- direct social and human services.
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