The Target Foundation, rooted in over 100 years of history since its inception as The Dayton Foundation, is committed to the prosperity of communities worldwide. It aims to empower families and communities by removing structural barriers to economic opportunity and stability, fostering equity, and promoting empowerment that uplifts communities. With a focus on trust-based philanthropy to drive systemic change, the Foundation supports efforts that elevate traditionally marginalized voices and invest in strategies for shared prosperity and opportunity. It is dedicated to listening and learning to build effective partnerships that can address complex and interconnected economic challenges, with an emphasis on advancing equity, shifting power, and building mutually accountable relationships.
The Target Foundation’s National Foundation Program aims to enhance financial stability and empowerment for workers and families in the context of a rapidly changing economy. It supports initiatives that help low-income individuals and families achieve financial resilience and inclusion, and adapt to the changing nature of work. The program focuses on equipping those with limited income with the necessary support, resources, and opportunities for mobility, as well as assisting low-income workers and families in attaining financial stability and security. Through these efforts, the foundation invests in organizations that serve communities with programs designed to boost economic opportunity and ensure that individuals can navigate and thrive amidst evolving employment landscapes.
The Target Foundation gives funding preference to initiatives that are primarily focused on equity, specifically supporting organizations that are dedicated to tackling the systemic and structural challenges encountered by Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color.