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Est.

1974

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Center for Public Justice is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering public justice initiatives. With a total of $1.6 million in grants paid in the filing year 2025, the organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, offering grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE MISSION OF THE CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE IS TO SERVE GOD, ADVANCE JUSTICE, AND TRANSFORM PUBLIC LIFE AS WE SEEK TO EQUIP CITIZENS, DEVELOP LEADERS, AND SHAPE POLICY.
Total Funding Given
$1.6M
2025
Grantees funded
3
Multi-year grantees
67%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$964.8K
S
Stephanie Summers
Board Member
D
Denise Strothers
Board Member
C
Claire McWilliams-Doty
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE?
No. CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE give?
CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, New York, and Texas. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE make each year?
In 2025, CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE fund recently?
In 2025, CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include AMERICAN UNITY FUND INC, PARITY INC, and BAPTIST GENERAL CONVENTION OF TEXAS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE?
CENTER FOR PUBLIC JUSTICE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.