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John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation (IL)
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is one of the nation's largest independent foundations.
The foundation supports creative people and effective institutions that are committed to building more just, verdant, and peaceful world. They work to defend human rights, advance global conservation, and security.
The foundation promotes the development of knowledge and individual creativity. They also work to strengthen institutions, improve public policy, and provide public information by supporting public interest media.
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The foundation supports creative people and effective institutions that are committed to building more just, verdant, and peaceful world. They work to defend human rights, advance global conservation, and security.
The foundation promotes the development of knowledge and individual creativity. They also work to strengthen institutions, improve public policy, and provide public information by supporting public interest media.
Web Address
www.macfound.org
Social Media Links
YouTube - www.youtube.com/user/macfound
Twitter - @macfound
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Recent News from MacArthur Foundation
Philanthropy's Ripple Effect: When Funders Seed a Field
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
But the changes we see in the world that emanate from great philanthropic insights rarely happen this way; what we see are the big bang end...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
But the changes we see in the world that emanate from great philanthropic insights rarely happen this way; what we see are the big bang end...more
Initial Investment in China and Second Round of Grants in India
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
MacArthur today announced $20 million in grants, including its first grants to support China's growing leadership on climate solutions by...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
MacArthur today announced $20 million in grants, including its first grants to support China's growing leadership on climate solutions by...more
Unlocking Endowments: How Foundations Are Stepping up Impact Investing
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation, Sasakawa Peace Foundation
foundations are increasingly looking to use their endowments to achieve social or environmental goals.They are using de-risking strategies that help provide safety nets for investors, and tapping...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation, Sasakawa Peace Foundation
foundations are increasingly looking to use their endowments to achieve social or environmental goals.They are using de-risking strategies that help provide safety nets for investors, and tapping...more
Chicago-based Natya Dance Theatre Receives $50K MacArthur Grant
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
The Chicago, Illinois-based Indian American dance company, Natya Dance Theatre, is among ten Chicago arts and culture organizations selected...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
The Chicago, Illinois-based Indian American dance company, Natya Dance Theatre, is among ten Chicago arts and culture organizations selected...more
Indian-American dance company gets prestigious MacArthur grant
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Natya is among 10 Chicago arts and culture organizations selected by MacArthur Foundation for the International Connections Grant, meant...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Natya is among 10 Chicago arts and culture organizations selected by MacArthur Foundation for the International Connections Grant, meant...more
An Open-Data Approach to Transform Grantmaking
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Proposals for grants can offer a wealth of ideas and information to the .... In the following years, Foundation Center developed a grant...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Proposals for grants can offer a wealth of ideas and information to the .... In the following years, Foundation Center developed a grant...more
Old Amtrak Seats and the Notion of A Circular Economy
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
UP crafts are sold to the community, and the proceeds support production costs and community projects.The nonprofit estimates that it will make over 2,500 items, which builds on its track record of...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
UP crafts are sold to the community, and the proceeds support production costs and community projects.The nonprofit estimates that it will make over 2,500 items, which builds on its track record of...more
Why foundations are spending more to save the planet
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Packard Foundation, Hewlett Foundation
Philanthropic foundations from across the United States and around the world ... “Everyone has a role to play – and philanthropy must be prepared to invest ... The philanthropic organizations,...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Packard Foundation, Hewlett Foundation
Philanthropic foundations from across the United States and around the world ... “Everyone has a role to play – and philanthropy must be prepared to invest ... The philanthropic organizations,...more
Lake County Sheriff's Office receives $700000 grant to reduce recidivism
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
The grant is part of the Safety and Justice Challenge, a $148 million ... or suffer from mental health disorders, substance-use disorders, or both....more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
The grant is part of the Safety and Justice Challenge, a $148 million ... or suffer from mental health disorders, substance-use disorders, or both....more
Northlight Theatre Presents NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN
Foundation: Evanston Community Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, Chicago Community Trust
... Edgerton Foundation for New American Plays Award; Evanston Community Foundation; Full Circle Foundation; Illinois Arts Council, a state...more
Foundation: Evanston Community Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, Chicago Community Trust
... Edgerton Foundation for New American Plays Award; Evanston Community Foundation; Full Circle Foundation; Illinois Arts Council, a state...more
Illustrative Grants from MacArthur Foundation
Woodstock Institute-$200,000
Washington State's Administrative Office of the Courts-$380,000
Washington State University-$300,000
Volunteers of America-$2,000,000
Urban Institute-$30,000
Vera Institute of Justice-$600,000
University of Washington Daniel J. Evans School of Public Affairs-$285,000
University of Southern California-$250,000
University of Southern California, School of Cinematic Arts-$485,000
University of Pennsylvania, School of Social Policy & Practice-$30,000
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