The Charlotte Martin Foundation is dedicated to increasing racial equity and diversity, specifically for youth ages 6-18. It supports BIPOC-led nonprofit organizations, with a focus on those based in rural communities, and aims to redistribute resources to these organizations, recognizing the critical role they play in areas such as youth education and climate change.
The grant program focuses on conserving biodiversity amid climate change challenges. It supports projects that consider climate impacts in conservation planning, engage communities in biodiversity and climate change education, restore critical lands for biodiversity, and ensure ecosystem resilience and connectivity. The program aims to address development pressures on ecosystems by fostering collaboration among stakeholders, utilizing solid conservation biology, and promoting comprehensive strategies for habitat and species conservation. Sustainability principles are central, emphasizing the balance between environment, economics, and equity to preserve wildlife populations and habitats through effective policies and innovative conservation methods.
Acknowledging the essential contribution of BIPOC organizations, the Charlotte Martin Foundation remains committed to collaborating with groups engaged in innovative efforts primarily within youth education and environmental sustainability, focusing particularly on supporting communities of color.