The Foundation, established in December 2013 by Kathryn B. McQuade, aims to make sustainable improvements in women and children's rights, education, and welfare worldwide. With a background enriched by hardworking parents, McQuade seeks to address and mitigate the injustices faced by women and children globally, supporting organizations that align with these objectives.
The Kathryn McQuade Foundation Grant program focuses on empowering women and children through education and skills training, aiming to lift them out of poverty. For women, the grant supports endeavors that enhance self-sufficiency, including job training, education, and access to capital for business creation. For children, the emphasis is on providing education and skills training to break cycles of poverty and crime. The Foundation seeks innovative proposals that promote financial independence for women and educational opportunities for children, thus benefiting communities at large.