The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation

FoundationChicago, United States
Chicago
Headquarters

About The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation supports creative people, effective institutions, and influential networks building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. MacArthur is placing a few big bets that truly significant progress is possible on some of the world's most pressing social challenges, including over-incarceration, global climate change, nuclear risk, and significantly increasing financial capital for the social sector. In addition to the MacArthur Fellows Program, the Foundation continues its historic commitments to the role of journalism in a responsible and responsive democracy, as well as the strength and vitality of our headquarters city, Chicago.MacArthur is one of the nation's largest independent foundations. Organizations supported by the Foundation work in about 40 countries. In addition to Chicago, MacArthur has offices in India, Mexico, and Nigeria.

Preferred Investment Types

Venture CapitalPhilanthropy

Preferred Sectors & Themes

ClimateTechSocially Responsible Investments (SRI)PublishingGrants & ScholarshipsCulture & HeritageCommunity & Social WelfareCharitable InvestmentsDigital Media High-Level SectorsValues-Based InvestingTechnologyMedia & Telecom (TMT)Sales & MarketingNon-ProfitFinanceAlternative InvestmentsTMT (Technology - Media - Telecom)

Preferred Geographies

United StatesUnited KingdomGlobalEuropeEmerging MarketsCanadaAustralia/New ZealandAsia/PacificAfricaLatin America

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Frequently asked questions

What type of investor is The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation?

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is a foundation based in Chicago, United States.

Where is The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation headquartered?

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is headquartered in Chicago, United States.

What does The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation invest in?

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation focuses on Venture Capital, Philanthropy, ClimateTech, Socially Responsible Investments (SRI), Publishing, Grants & Scholarships, Culture & Heritage, Community & Social Welfare.

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