Investing in Community-Driven Change GreenLight Fund is a national nonprofit network matching local communities’ unmet needs with evidence-based social innovations. Our Impact The Latest inFocus: Building Pathways to Work Insights inFocus: Building Pathways to Work Sep 29, 2026 Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Denver, Detroit, Greater Newark, Kansas City, National, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area Shamika Hogan Named GreenLight Fund Kansas City Executive Director Announcement, Press Release Shamika Hogan Named GreenLight Fund Kansas City Executive Director Sep 21, 2026 Kansas City Cincinnati philanthropic fund raises $5M from major local businesspeople Media Mention Cincinnati philanthropic fund raises $5M from major local businesspeople Sep 15, 2026 Cincinnati Stay Connected Continue to Signup Keeping the focus on local communities In each location, we collaborate with the local community to identify priority needs, then bring in and support proven organizations to effectively address them, delivering meaningful change towards inclusive prosperity. Our Approach Find Us in Your Community Atlanta Baltimore Boston Charlotte Chicago Cincinnati Dallas Denver Detroit Greater Newark Kansas City Miami Philadelphia San Francisco Bay Area Twin Cities In the News: How GreenLight Fund Scales Anti-Poverty Work One City at a Time A new feature in The Chronicle of Philanthropy explores how GreenLight Fund partners with communities to identify local priorities and bring in proven programs designed to drive lasting impact. The piece offers a closer look at the model, its growth across cities, and the questions that come with scaling solutions nationally. Read the full article today! Read More Explore the impact of our work Our impact is evident in data as well as in stories of individuals and families overcoming obstacles to meet their goals. With our innovative approach, growing network of sites and wide-ranging portfolio support, our impact is growing exponentially. Our Impact In Detroit 98% of high school seniors in Bottom Line Detroit’s College Access program submitted at least one college application, and 91% were admitted to at least one four-year institution. Read the Story In Chicago $540k saved in participant escrow accounts. Read the Story In Baltimore 100% of caregivers exited the program with improved parenting skills and knowledge, exceeding the 75% target. Read Isaac's Story Join our work across our growing network of sites We rely on a community of champions and supporters who believe in the power and potential of community-driven change. Follow Us GreenLight Fund Get In Touch
