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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
Macarthur, Others Call For Resistance Against Trump's Attack on Philanthropy
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Knight Foundation, McKnight Foundation
US civil society and philanthropy organisations fear they may soon be targeted by President Donald Trump's administration.Concerns grow over an increasingly hostile climate for dissenting voices.The...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Knight Foundation, McKnight Foundation
US civil society and philanthropy organisations fear they may soon be targeted by President Donald Trump's administration.Concerns grow over an increasingly hostile climate for dissenting voices.The...more
Nonprofit to distribute $1M in arts and culture grants | Evening Digest | hpherald.com
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
US civil society and philanthropy organisations fear they may soon be targeted by President Donald Trump's administration.Concerns grow over an increasingly hostile climate for dissenting voices.The...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
US civil society and philanthropy organisations fear they may soon be targeted by President Donald Trump's administration.Concerns grow over an increasingly hostile climate for dissenting voices.The...more
Elevated Chicago launches $1.5 million grant program for local artists - Hyde Park Herald
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
US civil society and philanthropy organisations fear they may soon be targeted by President Donald Trump's administration.Concerns grow over an increasingly hostile climate for dissenting voices.The...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
US civil society and philanthropy organisations fear they may soon be targeted by President Donald Trump's administration.Concerns grow over an increasingly hostile climate for dissenting voices.The...more
Juan Salgado Elected to Chair Macarthur Board
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Juan Salgado Elected to Chair MacArthur Board.Salgado has served on the Board since 2020 and will assume his new role as chair in June 2025."Juan is a vital member of the MacArthur Board of...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Juan Salgado Elected to Chair MacArthur Board.Salgado has served on the Board since 2020 and will assume his new role as chair in June 2025."Juan is a vital member of the MacArthur Board of...more
2025 Culture, Equity, and the Arts Grants
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
15 arts and culture and/or arts-centered organizations, in these and other arts practices, will receive 2025 Culture Equity and the Arts awards, totaling $3.2 million over three years.$240,000 Grants...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
15 arts and culture and/or arts-centered organizations, in these and other arts practices, will receive 2025 Culture Equity and the Arts awards, totaling $3.2 million over three years.$240,000 Grants...more
Michelle Melendez - Philanthropy Director - MacArthur Foundation
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
15 arts and culture and/or arts-centered organizations, in these and other arts practices, will receive 2025 Culture Equity and the Arts awards, totaling $3.2 million over three years.$240,000 Grants...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
15 arts and culture and/or arts-centered organizations, in these and other arts practices, will receive 2025 Culture Equity and the Arts awards, totaling $3.2 million over three years.$240,000 Grants...more
Celebrating 50 Inspiring Nigerian Women, 2025
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Oluwayemisi Olorunshola (PhD) is an experienced business professional with over 15 years' experience and training in Unilever Nigeria Plc.Rose Nat Eshiett has over 35years working experience with the...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Oluwayemisi Olorunshola (PhD) is an experienced business professional with over 15 years' experience and training in Unilever Nigeria Plc.Rose Nat Eshiett has over 35years working experience with the...more
Director General Pastor Reuben Initiative Extols Founder's Philanthropic Gesture
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Oluwayemisi Olorunshola (PhD) is an experienced business professional with over 15 years' experience and training in Unilever Nigeria Plc.Rose Nat Eshiett has over 35years working experience with the...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Oluwayemisi Olorunshola (PhD) is an experienced business professional with over 15 years' experience and training in Unilever Nigeria Plc.Rose Nat Eshiett has over 35years working experience with the...more
Five Takeaways on Supporting Black and Brown Media in Trying Times
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Philanthropy must do better to ensure that access to reliable information reaches underserved Black and brown communities.Tracie Powell, the founder of The Pivot Fund, says funders should be aware of...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Philanthropy must do better to ensure that access to reliable information reaches underserved Black and brown communities.Tracie Powell, the founder of The Pivot Fund, says funders should be aware of...more
MacArthur Foundation to increase giving for two years in response to 'crisis' - ABC News
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Philanthropy must do better to ensure that access to reliable information reaches underserved Black and brown communities.Tracie Powell, the founder of The Pivot Fund, says funders should be aware of...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation
Philanthropy must do better to ensure that access to reliable information reaches underserved Black and brown communities.Tracie Powell, the founder of The Pivot Fund, says funders should be aware of...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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