#NoMuslimBanEver: Rapidly Responding to Discrimination
July 6, 2018 A project of the Proteus Fund, the Security and Rights Collaborative is a collaborative grant-making program that supports a diverse field of organizations working to address profiling, discrimination, hate crimes, anti-Muslim bigotry and xenophobia. It works to build the capacity of organizations representing Muslim, Arab and South Asian (MASA) communities in the
Giving Workers a Voice
July 5, 2018 A project of the New Venture Fund, Coworker.org helps individuals and groups of employees launch, join and win campaigns to improve their jobs and workplaces. It invests in the leadership of individuals and groups of employees by providing education, training, strategic support, data analysis and workplace advocacy tools. With support from Voqal,
Organized Latinx Power Works to Win Back Net Neutrality Protections
July 3, 2018 Presente.org advances Latinx power and creates winning campaigns that amplify Latinx voices and foster inspiration for freedom, equity and justice. Its affiliate organization, Presente Action is a powerful and growing Latinx political force advancing social justice with technology, media and culture. With Voqal’s support, Presente Action has been able to maintain a
Massive Progressive Coalition Engages on Immigration Debate in Historic Moment
June 29, 2018 The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is one of the leading organizations in the United States exclusively dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of immigrants with low income. Its affiliate, the NILC Immigrant Justice Fund, advocates directly for federal immigration reform policies that provide a road to citizenship for all aspiring
Coalition of Small Business and Activists Continue the Fight for Net Neutrality
June 25, 2018 Fight for the Future seeks to expand the internet’s transformative power for good, to preserve and enhance its capacity to enrich and empower. Its ultimate goal is to create a world where everyone can access the internet affordably, free of interference or censorship and with full privacy. Thanks to support from Voqal,
The New Florida Majority Builds a Movement for Campaign Finance Reform in Southern Florida
April 18, 2018 The New Florida Majority works to increase the voting and political power of marginalized and excluded constituencies toward an inclusive, equitable and just Florida. It trains grassroots citizens to be leaders, mobilizes communities to vote, educates the public and inspires Floridians to take action toward their dreams. Thanks to Voqal’s support, in
Applications are Now Open for the 2018 Chicago Digital Media Production Fund
March 15, 2018 A project of Voqal and the Chicago Filmmakers, the Chicago Digital Media Production Fund is now accepting grant proposals for 2018. The Chicago Digital Media Production Fund is intended to support digital media works that encourage social change. The fund supports artists with varying levels of experience, both to recognize accomplished
Voqal Invests $595K to Advance Social Equity and Progressive Change Across the Country
March 2, 2018 Voqal is pleased to announce 10 new grants to organizations working across the country to enhance the community and strengthen social equity. The grants of $100,000 to Missouri Jobs with Justice Voter Action, $100,000 to Free Speech TV, $75,000 to Progressive Maryland, $75,000 to Common Cause, $50,000 to WIN WIN Action, $50,000
Voqal Invests $445K to Advance Social Equity and Progressive Change in Illinois
February 22, 2018 Voqal is pleased to announce eight new grants to organizations working in Illinois to enhance the community and strengthen social equity. The grants of $75,000 to Asian Americans Advancing Justice, $75,000 to Black Roots Alliance, $70,000 to Chicago Votes, $50,000 to Common Cause, $50,000 to Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights,
Voqal Invests $65K to Advance Social Equity and Progressive Change in Colorado
February 16, 2018 Voqal is pleased to announce three new grants to organizations working in Colorado to enhance the community and strengthen social equity. The grants of $20,000 to ACLU of Colorado, $25,000 to Great Education Colorado and $20,000 to One Colorado reflect Voqal’s commitment to support progressive movements for social change. ACLU of Colorado