Cause Acceleration

We are issuing an open call to organizations for project proposals that fast-track racial equity

Many non-profits, civic organizations, educational institutions and social impact startups are on the frontlines of addressing systemic racism. However, they are traditionally disconnected from technology innovation.

Today's advanced technologies make it possible to approach big challenges with new solutions that were not possible just a few years ago. By bringing together racial equity experts with funding and technology innovation, we’ll create a grant-based acceleration program that generates new solutions for racial equity in the US and globally.

We are looking for project proposals to unlock new solutions across the range of racial equity areas below:

key program stakeholders

Funding Organizations

We are seeking major philanthropic organizations that are committed to a future of racial equity, who will supply a grant funding pool of $10M+ and cover the program operational costs.

* Family Foundations *

* Corporate Organizations *

* Wealthy Individuals *

* Celebrity Influencers *

The Grantees

Funding Organizations

Mission-driven organizations who are on the frontlines of racial equity, have deep expertise in historical and current challenges of racial equity, and seek innovative ways to achieve their goals.

* Nonprofits *

* Civic Organizations *

* Education Institutions *

* Mission-Driven Startups *

Technology Innovation

Funding Organizations

Technology Innovation

New technologies allow us to address challenges in ways not possible just a few years ago. Technology leaders, developer and startup communities will help to fast track racial equity.

* Technology Companies *

* Startup and Dev Communities *

* Expert Mentors *

* Impact VCs *

Application Criteria

Impact

How will the proposed project address a racial equity challenge, and to what extent? Is the application grounded in research and data about the problem and the solution? Is there a clear plan to integrate technology for real-world impact, and what are the expected outcomes?

Feasibility

Does the team have a well-developed, realistic plan to execute on the proposal? Does the team have a plan to access a meaningful dataset, technical expertise, and other factors needed to apply technology to the problem? Have they identified the right partners and domain experts needed for implementation?

Scalability

If successful, how can this project scale beyond the initial proposal? Can it scale directly, serve as a model for other efforts, or advance the field?

Collective Impact Network

Collective Impact Network

Racial Equity Accelerator

We are issuing an open call to organizations for project proposals that fast-track racial equity

Areas of Focus

Eradicating Racism

Criminal Justice Reform

Criminal Justice Reform

Criminal Justice Reform

Criminal Justice Reform

Criminal Justice Reform

Housing Equity

Criminal Justice Reform

Healthcare Access

Healthcare Access

Voting and Civic Engagement

Healthcare Access

Education and Workforce

Voting and Civic Engagement

Voting and Civic Engagement

Voting and Civic Engagement

Voting and Civic Engagement

Voting and Civic Engagement

key program stakeholders

Funding Organizations

Funding Organizations

Funding Organizations

The Grantees

Funding Organizations

Funding Organizations

Technology Innovation

Funding Organizations

Technology Innovation

Application Criteria

Impact

Feasibility

Scalability

Contact us: Funders, Grantees, and TEchnology Partners