Social movements and philanthropy: How foundations can support movement building

This article examines the evolving role of philanthropic foundations in supporting social movements. Masters and Osborn contend that traditional grantmaking models often fall short in fostering sustained, transformative change. They advocate for long-term commitments, flexible funding, and genuine engagement with movement leaders. Through case studies, they illustrate how foundations can effectively shift power and build organizational capacity in alignment with grassroots efforts, emphasizing the need for philanthropic investments in movement infrastructure.