Where justice
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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, gender equity, and environmental sustainability.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
December 8, 2025
Welcoming our next Board Chair, Rebecca V. Dixon!
At the Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation, we know that embracing change will allow us to more effectively do our work. …
Announcement
September 23, 2025
Announcing Amy T. Morris as our next President!
Today marks the beginning of a new phase for the Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation. After conducting an extensive national search …
Photos (From top of page, L-R): Demonstrators take part in the 2018 Women's March in Los Angeles, CA. / Marchers with The Workers Center of Central NY fight to end family separation. / Organized by Brandworkers, New Yorkers rally for restaurant workers in 2017.
