Investing in hope.
Powering change.
Grassroots activists are on the front lines of every struggle for human rights, from resisting authoritarianism to protecting our planet from the climate crisis.
We invest in the power of human rights activism to advance justice and equality around the world.
Who We Are
We are a global team of fundraisers, grantmakers, technical experts, and activists with staff across four continents. We believe that funding should go directly to communities whose rights have been violated, because they are best placed to develop sustainable solutions and push for transformational change.
What We Do
We deliver flexible funding and hands-on strategic support to human rights defenders across the globe. We have decades of experience navigating practical and political barriers in some of the world’s most restrictive or repressive contexts. Through conflicts, crackdowns, and setbacks, we help activists hold the line and build collective power.
News from the Front Lines
We shine a spotlight on transformative human rights work led by communities around the globe.
When people facing injustice have the resources they need to push for change—and activists, donors, and allies stand with them—we can build a better, more just world.