The mission of the funder is to advance the flourishing of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Maine, unceded Wabanaki Territory, by supporting immigrant-led organizations. They are committed to organizing people and resources to tackle issues like xenophobia, racialized discrimination, and insufficient governmental support, with a commitment to racial justice and the belief that immigrants enrich communities and should be included, valued, and celebrated in all life aspects.
The Grants for Change Program supports BIPOC-led and -serving organizations in Maine with the goal of dismantling racial injustice in its institutional, structural, and systemic forms. It prioritizes efforts in community building, grassroots organizing & advocacy, policy change, and the strengthening of communities through traditional and/or indigenous wisdoms and cultural practices. Eligible organizations are those led by, serve, and/or organize in solidarity with Black and Wabanaki communities. Funding entails $45,000 general operating grants over three years, alongside participation in peer learning, training, capacity-building, and community outreach activities.