PDF announced grant awards to social justice organizations in every region of the United States, as well as Haiti and Mexico. Each organization received grants of varying amounts for a total of $170,000 granted this spring.
The Peace Development Fund is more than a grantmaker: our model of philanthropy involves direct funding, advocacy where appropriate and partnerships built around mutual respect, sharing of resources, and transparency of planning and decision-making. We endeavor to be a key “go-to” foundation on issues of peace, human rights, social justice and environmental protection. We work to counter-balance dominant power structures by moving resources and sharing decision-making with activist groups and communities.
Fiscal Sponsorships
Starting a community-driven project shouldn’t require navigating a maze of paperwork. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or growing a grassroots effort, our fiscal sponsorship program gives you the credibility and infrastructure you need to fundraise, build partnerships, and focus on the work that matters most: creating lasting change in your community.
Grantees
Meet the inspiring organizations we support. Our grants are made possible by generous donors who fuel grassroots movements for change. We believe that grant making decisions are best made by people closest to injustice.
Lead By Example
For more than forty years, Peace Development Fund has been innovating philanthropy to be more trusting, equitable, and movement-aligned. We are often the first funder for small front-line organizations; many whom have grown to become major movement players.
Strategic Philanthropic Advising
We help you activate your resources smartly to make the greatest impact for peace and social justice. We partner with you to bring our 40 plus years of social justice giving expertise to the table to ensure your generous support makes the greatest impact possible. We offer a variety of options including Donor Advised Funds, Planned Giving, and more.
By the numbers
All time
$54m
money out
7943
total grants since 1981
2100+
number of grantees
FY ’25
$2.4m
in grants
181
organizations
$12080149