We work to eradicate systemic injustices through litigation, advocacy, education, and grant-making
Our litigation and grants are driving social justice reform nationwide
Litigation
Grantees
Grant amount: $25,000 (2025)
Grant amount: $25,000 (2024)
Grant amount: $25,000 (2025)
Grant amount: $25,000 (2024)
Perspectives
This report reflects the strides we made in 2024, introducing the critical cases we are funding in 2025, and sharing our continued growth. We invite you to explore these pages and join us in our commitment to building a more just and equitable society.
In accordance with the Foundation’s requirements for grant reporting, the five 2025 grantees submitted their first quarter case updates and timesheets of the grant year.
News
President of the Barbara McDowell Foundation recalls the occasion when the Justice Department refused to bow to wishes of a United States Senator to drop an important civil rights case.
Vice President of the Barbara McDowell Foundation reflects on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King.
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