Resist's mission focuses on supporting groups engaged in the work of justice, liberation, and resistance against systemic oppression. They fund organizations that organize within communities for structural social and economic changes. Resist is dedicated to fostering movements that confront white and Christian supremacy, capitalism, gender and sexual oppression, and all forms of patriarchy, prioritizing leadership by those most affected by structural oppression.
The grant program emphasizes supporting current or returning grantees that align with Resist's commitment to social justice movements, possess an intersectional or cross-issue analysis, and actively work against various forms of systemic oppression. The grants aim to fund groups engaged in grassroots/cultural organizing, art-making, and resilience building, which includes activities like direct action, consciousness-raising, creating community-based alternatives to oppressive systems (e.g., alternatives to policing, urban gardens, cooperative childcare), and healing through sacred resistance and embodied healing practices. General Support Grants, Multi-year Grants, and Accessibility Grants are available, with a focus on enabling participation in the movement for justice and liberation by addressing accessibility needs. These grants are awarded based on the strength of the group’s overall application and aim to meet the group’s needs as best as possible.