The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation supports creative people, effective institutions, and influential networks building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. MacArthur is placing a few big bets that truly significant progress is possible on some of the world's most pressing social challenges, including
over-incarceration,
global climate change,
nuclear risk, and significantly increasing
financial capital for the social sector. In addition to the
MacArthur Fellows Program, the Foundation continues its historic commitments to the role of
journalism in a responsible and responsive democracy, as well as the strength and vitality of our headquarters city,
Chicago.
MacArthur is one of the nation's largest independent foundations. Organizations supported by the Foundation work in about 50 countries. In addition to Chicago, MacArthur has offices in
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