CIVIC LITERACY AND ENGAGEMENT

Overview

<p>The Rita Allen Foundation currently makes grants for charitable purposes in two primary domains:</p> <ul> <li>Investing in young leaders in science and social innovation</li> <li>Promoting civic literacy and engagement</li> </ul> <p>Within these domains, the Foundation identifies organizations for funding based on its goals and strategies. While the vast majority of our grant making is conducted through the Rita Allen Foundation Scholars program and through the Foundation’s research and consultation with sector experts, we also provide an opportunity for nonprofit organizations to submit unsolicited Letters of Inquiry if they believe they are an excellent fit for our portfolio. This process allows us to open lines of communication with a diverse pool of organizations. DETERMINING ELIGIBILITY -- Please read the information on our website about the Rita Allen Foundation’s programs, goals, approaches and Guiding Principles. Additionally, please review our list of recent grants for examples of the Foundation’s current focus within each of its funding domains. The Foundation gives priority to organizations working on early-stage, innovative, collaborative projects within its grant-making domains. Often, these projects incorporate the use of technology.</p>