Advancing innovative and inclusive approaches to social change at local, national, and global levels.

Since its founding in Denver in 1981, the Fund has contributed nearly $90 million to social change through a blend of grant making and operating programs.

What's New

Women, Start Your Campaigns in The Boston Globe
Hunt Alternatives Fund President Swanee Hunt and former Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Kerry Healey co-author an op-ed about women in politics in The Boston Globe.

		Leaders from Pakistan, Lebanon, Rwanda, and Bosnia discuss ways women moderate extremism
		Swanee Hunt honored by Save Darfur for 16 Days of Activism
		Swanee Hunt and Sister Helen Hunt Named Among 25 Best Givers of 2009
		Women Moving Millions

Using research, training, and advocacy to promote the inclusion of all stakeholders, especially women, in peace processes.

Supporting leaders who engage masses of people to create a more just society.

Combining advocacy, outreach, convening, and grant making to support and strengthen organizations that serve and empower youth.


Encouraging current and future donors to unleash their philanthropic potential.


Combating the demand for sex trafficking through research, convening, and advocacy.