The mission of the funder, presumably the Pittsburgh Foundation based on the context, is focused on supporting nonprofit organizations by facilitating general operating funding to cover critical needs such as staffing and utilities. This support helps these organizations to effectively carry out their missions, emphasizing the Foundation's role in bolstering the operational capabilities of nonprofits in its community.
The grant program supports organizations working within five key areas: Basic Needs, Equity and Social Justice, Arts and Culture, Economic Mobility, and Environmental Action. It emphasizes projects that advance racial justice and equity, with a particular interest in supporting initiatives that address basic needs access, civic participation, environmental justice, arts and culture enrichment, and economic mobility. The program offers project/program support and general operating support to help nonprofits adapt to changing community needs. Priority is given to organizations that are community-representative, intentionally serve BIPOC communities, address multiple forms of marginalization, seek to advance racial justice, have a history within their communities, and primarily serve areas impacted by poverty. Grants typically range from $10,000 to $75,000 for one-year projects, with a two-year grant cap of $150,000, although larger grants may be considered for initiatives strongly aligned with the foundation's focus areas and demonstrating significant potential impact.