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

Ambassador Swanee Hunt Testifies in Congressional Hearings
Ambassador Hunt testified before U.S. Congress on “Women as Agents of Change: Advancing the Role of Women in Politics and Civil Society.” Ambassador Hunt joined Ambassador Melanne Verveer, Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues, Office of Global Women’s Issues, U.S. Department of State; Esther Brimmer, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of International Organization Affairs, U.S. Department of State; Mr. Kenneth Wollack, President, National Democratic Institute; and Ms. Judy Van Rest, Executive Vice President, The International Republican Institute, to promote the role of women leaders in politics and civil society.

		A Miscarriage of British Justice
		Leaders from Pakistan, Lebanon, Rwanda, and Bosnia discuss ways women moderate extremism
		Women, Start Your Campaigns in The Boston Globe

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 modern-day slavery in the US, where thousands of women, children, and men—including US citizens—are bought and sold, primarily for sex.

Working to dramatically increase the number of women in high-level political offices, from the state house to the White House.