GRANTMAKING
MacArthur grantees work in about 60 countries; the Foundation has offices in four countries: India, Mexico, Nigeria, and Russia.
Conservation & Sustainable Development
MacArthur's conservation grantmaking aims to preserve ecosystems and species and to promote development that respects the environment.
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Girls' Secondary Education in Developing Countries
Secondary education grantmaking aims to improve participation by marginalized girls in quality, relevant secondary education, with the expectation that advances will have positive implications for both girls and boys.
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Higher Education in Russia & Africa
To help nurture the intellectual freedom necessary to keep emerging democratic societies healthy and economically vibrant, MacArthur makes grants for the development of modern university-based science and social science research and training capabilities in Russia and provides long-term support for four leading African universities.
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Human Rights & International Justice
MacArthur seeks to strengthen human rights protections, advance government accountability, and improve the reach and quality of justice. Our grantmaking aims to defend freedom of expression and enhance criminal justice globally, with a special focus on Mexico, Nigeria, and Russia.
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International Peace & Security
The Foundation’s goals in the area of international peace and security grantmaking are to prevent nuclear terrorism and strengthen stability in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Population & Reproductive Health
The Foundation’s population and reproductive health grantmaking has two goals: to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity; and to advance young people’s sexual and reproductive health and rights. Geographic priorities are India, Mexico, and Nigeria.
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