Welcome
MISSION
The Fund for Change partners with groups working to build a society that is democratic, egalitarian and participatory. The Fund supports groups that organize underserved individuals and communities and influence policy makers by advocating for social change. Most of its funding is in Baltimore, although Maryland and national groups are considered.
PHILOSOPHY
We believe that a healthy city is made up of families and individuals who have the personal and financial stability to reach their their goals and to raise their children. To that end, the Fund supports efforts to increase opportunities for those with the least wealth.
statement on race equity
White Americans benefit from an oppressive system of laws, policies and practices that continue to disadvantage and inflict harm upon the Black community. Bold collective action and deep, sustained commitment are required to dismantle racist systems and practices and move towards healing and lasting change.
The Fund for Change is committed to being part of the solution and disrupting the status quo. We will continue to listen to, partner with and provide support for people working directly with community to build power to reshape inequitable systems through a focus on prevention, advocacy, organizing, and systems change.
Specifically, the Foundation’s board members and staff are committed to:
Learning continuously to challenge ourselves to better understand and identify bias and racism in our individual lives, in the Foundation's grantmaking and across the philanthropic sector.
Embracing humility, determination, and personal discomfort in service of transformation.
Showing up and listening to learn from the community. We honor lived experience and seek its wisdom in identifying solutions and evaluation criteria.
Making grants that reflect the values and commitment of the Foundation to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.
Seeking collaboration and partnership, with both known allies and potential allies, to expand and deepen the reach of our work.