Our Approach
How We Work
Equip the Field to Address Complex Problems
We support talented emerging and existing leaders, organizations, and communities to commit to substantive strategies and build power over time
Identify and elevate effective leaders in the field
Select well-positioned grantees
Prioritize multi-year grants to provide stability
Use rapid-response grants to seize windows of strategic opportunity
Facilitate peer learning and connection
We listen and respond to intelligence from the field about the strategies and opportunities that hold promise
Gather feedback from grantees and leaders on strategy and focus
Learn from the best available evidence and analysis
Maximize and Leverage Resources
We focus on systems and policy levers that can improve social determinants of health
Prioritize upstream factors that impact health
Link grassroots with policy and research organizations
Engage directly impacted communities
Support strategic communications
We leverage resources through funder partnership, collaboration, and influence
Tap into existing efforts that have momentum and are ripe for change
Participate in funder collaboratives and affinity groups
Use our own reputation and expertise to engage other funders