Redistributing money. Shifting power. Supporting systems change and community healing.
Celebrating the brilliant and transformative work of movement leaders and social justice organizations in Asheville, NC.
Who We Fund
We invest in movement organizations, non-profit organizations, and leaders. Is this you?
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Social Justice Philanthropy
Social justice philanthropy requires deep, authentic relationships.
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Tzedek Social Justice Fund:
Making Change Through Social Justice Philanthropy
The Tzedek Social Justice Fund supports vital social justice organizations and leaders working in the areas of LGBTQ Justice, Racial Justice, and Combatting Antisemitism.
Rooted in Social Justice
While not religious, Tzedek’s work is grounded in Jewish social justice values. These include justice (Tzedek), equitable giving (Tzedakah), repairing the world through social action (Tikkun Olam), and leadership (Hanhagah). These values call us to action.
Current Grantees
YMI Cultural Center and its Black Homeownership & Wealth Building Program
Available in Español
The YMI Cultural Center values are to honor our history and legacy, be committed to the Black community, stewardship of all funds entrusted to us, transparency in the way we communicate our actions, and accountability to honor our commitments.
Current Grantees
Youth OUTright
Available in Español
Youth OUTright WNC, Inc. (YO) is a youth advocacy and leadership non-profit organization dedicated to empowering lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer, intersex, asexual and allied (LGBTQIA+) youth ages 11-20 in Western North Carolina.
Current Grantees
Youth Transformed for Life (YTL)
Available in Español
YTL Training Programs supports disenfranchised communities as they strive to succeed in an inequitable system. As educators, mentors, advocates, and neighbors YTL creates bridges for children and families to overcome the current gaps of disparity.
Current Grantees
YWCA of Asheville
Available in Español
Established in 1907, YWCA Asheville is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, nurturing children and promoting health. They offer programs and advocate for policy change to bridge gaps in education, health, childcare and earning power for women and families in our community and beyond.
Current Grantees
A Therapist Like Me
Available in Español
A Therapist Like Me is a non-profit, 501(c)3 dedicated to connecting minority-identifying clients to minority-identifying therapists, advancing therapists of color, providing financial gifts to minority-identifying clients for psychotherapy, reducing societal stigma surrounding mental health, and supporting our community.
