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Full Menu Who We Are What We Do For Partners Voter Study GroupSearch for: Who We Are Healthy Democracy Framework Systems Thinking Our People Jobs Financials What We Do Elections and Voting Governance Just and Inclusive Society Public Square For Partners Grants Database Joint Funds Grant Process Grantee Portal Voter Study Group Ideas Newsroom Contact Us Creating an Open & Just Democracy works toward an open and just democracy that is resilient in the face of change and worthy of the American people’s trust. We support partners and ideas from across the political spectrum in pursuit of a vibrant and diverse public square, free and fair elections, effective and accountable government, and a just and inclusive society. We hope you’ll join us on this journey. Who We Are Join Our Team Learn More About Our New Strategy Our New Strategy revisited our strategy to learn how we can better contribute to creating a more inclusive, multiracial democracy. Learn more about our new five-year organizational strategy and refreshed program strategies. Investing in our Vision of an Inclusive, Multi-Racial Democracy ’s New Equitable Journalism Strategy Introducing Our New Elections & Voting Strategy ’s New Digital Democracy Strategy ’s New Just and Inclusive Society Strategy Introducing ’s New Government Accountability Strategy The Latest See all Ideas Blog A Multiracial Democracy Includes BAMEMSA Communities April 16, 2024 invests in the power and leadership of communities of color. We have long included BAMEMSA communities (Black, African, Arab, Middle Eastern, Muslim, and… Announcement Mobilizing DAF Funds to Strengthen Democracy – Amalgamated Charitable Foundation and Join Forces for #HalfMyDAF Campaign April 11, 2024 The momentum from All by April has been nothing short of inspiring. In a year filled with uncertainties and challenges, the commitment to accelerate funding… Featured Inside Philanthropy Op-Ed: The Time to Invest in Democracy Is Now, Not November March 6, 2024 This op-ed was written by president Joe Goldman, Open Society-U.S. executive director Laleh Ispahani, and JPB Foundation president Deepak Bhargava, about the All… Blog Accelerating Local News Ecosystems Through Press Forward February 21, 2024 Today Press Forward, the national movement investing more than $500 million to strengthen communities and local news, announced a new cohort of 11 Press Forward… Blog Early Funds Protect Our Democracy February 7, 2024 The nonprofit organizations working tirelessly to ensure our elections remain free, fair, and representative are the unsung heroes of our democracy. Whether they are fighting… Announcement All by April: Moving Money Early for Free, Fair, & Representative Elections February 1, 2024 What We Do champions the leaders and organizations who defend democracy and challenge our political system to be more open and just. We play many roles in service of the field of democracy reform, but first and foremost we are a funder, a philanthropic advisor, and an advocate. Learn more about our focus areas Explore who we support Building an Open and Just Democracy Our democracy is a complex, imperfect system — a continual work in progress. While our political system has proven resilient over time, it has never fully served the needs of all Americans. We must challenge it to be better. A more open and just democracy will protect the dignity and rights of all people, hold power accountable, and ensure everyone has a say in shaping America’s future. Our Healthy Democracy Framework Stay Connected and in the Know Sign up to receive periodic updates on the work of and our grantees. We won’t flood your inbox and we’ll never share your email address. First Name * Your Email * Subscribe Now champions the leaders who defend democracy and who challenge our political system to be more open and just. 1200 17th Street NW Suite 300, Washington, DC 20036 info@democracyfund.org © 2024 — Founded by The Omidyar Group Privacy Policy Terms of Use Site by nclud Who We Are Healthy Democracy Framework Systems Thinking Our People Jobs Financials What We Do Elections and Voting Governance Just and Inclusive Society Public Square For Partners Grants Database Joint Funds Grant Process Grantee Portal Voter Study Group Ideas Newsroom Contact Us Cookies Notice This website uses cookies to provide you with an improved and personalized experience. By using this site you agree to our use of cookies. Please read our cookies policy for more information on the cookies we use and how to delete or block them. I Accept Decline Close...