Who We Think is Making a Difference
Trans Youth Equality Foundation
The Trans Youth Equality Foundation is a national 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting transgender and gender‑nonconforming youth (ages 2–18) and their families. It provides education, advocacy, and resources to create safe, caring environments in schools and communities, partnering with families, educators, and providers to address the unique needs of these young individuals National Sexual Violence Resource Center+5Trans Youth Equality Foundation+5central.concerncenter.com+5.
Freedom From Religion Foundation
Founded in 1976, the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) is a leading educational nonprofit advocating for the separation of church and state. With over 42,000 members, FFRF educates the public and litigates to prevent government endorsement of religious practices, ensuring secular policies remain free from religious influence Freedom From Religion Foundation+2Wikipedia+2Secular Coalition for America+2.
Planned Parenthood Action Fund
The Planned Parenthood Action Fund is the political and advocacy arm of Planned Parenthood. As a 501(c)(4) organization, it focuses on protecting sexual and reproductive health care access, including abortion services and sex education, through grassroots organizing, legislation, and voter education Planned Parenthood+4Planned Parenthood Action Fund+4Ballotpedia+4.
First Nations Development Institute
Based in Longmont, CO, the First Nations Development Institute works to uplift Native American communities through advocacy, direct grantmaking, technical assistance, and training. It supports the economic autonomy of tribal nations, investing in Native-led solutions to improve livelihoods and preserve cultural heritage First Nations+5ColoradoGives.org+5Wikipedia+5.
Zohran Mamdani Election Fund
The Zohran Mamdani Election Fund supports the progressive New York Assembly member’s campaign for New York City mayor. A democratic socialist focused on rent relief and fare-free transit, his campaign is powered by small donors, grassroots volunteers, and public matching funds, having raised over $2.5 million so far New York City Campaign Finance Board+6THE CITY - NYC News+6TIME+6.
AOC Election Fund
The AOC Election Fund backs Representative Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez, the New York progressive powerhouse. As of mid‑July 2025, AOC has raised a record‑setting $15.4 million for her House campaign—leading all House members in fundraising this year Facebook+2Washington Examiner+2New York Post+2.
Center for Reproductive Rights
The Center for Reproductive Rights is a global legal advocacy organization of attorneys and activists working to establish reproductive rights—especially abortion—as fundamental human rights. The group litigates in both U.S. and international courts to advance reproductive freedom worldwide womenpeacesecurity.org+5Center for Reproductive Rights+5Wikipedia+5.
Environmental Defense Fund
Founded in 1967, the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is a science-based environmental advocacy nonprofit with more than 3.5 million members globally. EDF uses data-driven economic incentives, legal action, and partnerships to deliver market‑based solutions to climate change, clean water, ecosystem restoration, and public health Wikipedia.
Palestine Children’s Relief Fund
The Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) provides medical and humanitarian aid to children in the Middle East. It arranges free specialized treatment for children abroad, supports hospitals, and delivers medical missions—with a focus on health care access in war-torn areas.
Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund
The Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund mobilizes humanitarian aid in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. It supports medical aid, evacuee services, and essential supplies, helping civilians and refugees affected by the crisis.
National Society of Black Engineers
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) supports Black engineers and technologists through professional development, scholarships, conferences, and community-building. NSBE fosters diversity and inclusion in engineering and STEM fields to empower future innovators.
Equally Able Foundation
Equally Able focuses on accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. The foundation works to empower disabled individuals through advocacy, community engagement, and efforts to improve infrastructure, inclusivity, and employment opportunities.
Black Girls Code
Black Girls Code empowers young women of color through STEM education. Founded by Kimberly Bryant, it offers programs, workshops, and tech innovation labs designed to build confidence and skills in coding, robotics, and web development architecturaldigest.com.