Where justice
gets loud
GRANTS AND INVESTMENTS FOR THE GRASSROOTS
People and communities know what they need to thrive. We support people-powered organizations participating in the intersecting movements that are building a just, equitable, and sustainable world.See Our Approach
What We Do
Social Justice Grantmaking
We make grants to grassroots groups working to advance racial justice and gender justice.Go to Grants
Investing for Impact
Through screening, shareholder engagement, and direct investments, we align our endowment with our social justice mission.Go to Investing
DECADES OF PROGRESSIVE GRANTMAKING
From integration to intersectionality, we’ve supported advances in social justice in the US since 1947. Learn about our biggest milestones and proudest achievements.See Our Legacy
Latest News
Announcement
January 28, 2021
Aligning our approach with movement needs
In our more than 70-year history, the Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation has consistently adhered to values and priorities that address …
Announcement
November 13, 2020
Moving forward together to advance equity and justice
Despite the pandemic and deliberate barriers to prevent Black and brown people and new Americans from casting their ballots, voters …
Photos (From top of page, L-R): / Marchers with The Workers Center of Central NY fight to end family separation. / Organized by Brandworkers, New Yorkers rally for restaurant workers in 2017.
