The Weingart Foundation partners with communities across Southern California to advance racial, social, and economic justice for all.
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The Weingart Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation advancing racial, social and economic justice in Southern California. Founded in 1951 by Ben and Stella Weingart, the Foundation has provided over $1 billion in grants and loans to thousands of organizations across the region. By strengthening organizations focused on providing critical services and building power in communities of color, the Weingart Foundation is demonstrating what is possible when we invest and trust in our partners.
Mission
The Weingart Foundation partners with communities across Southern California to advance racial, social, and economic justice for all.
Weingart Foundation Awards Over $1M in Rapid-Response Grants to Defend Voting Access
“At Weingart, we know that democracy is strongest when everyday people are organized, informed, and able to freely participate.” said Joanna S. Jackson, President and C.E.O. of Weingart Foundation. “This additional funding is a direct response to what our community partners on the ground are telling us they need right now. Our partners are meeting this moment of uncertainty with solutions that are building leadership, coordination, and community infrastructure to defend and advance the fundamental right to vote now and for the long-haul. Now is the time to stand with our partners and reaffirm our commitment to growing who gets to belong in our democracy.”