At Nathan Cummings Foundation, we define impact by intent and measurability.
We pursue impact as a shared endeavor rooted in interdependence, driven by justice, and measured by contribution. We back bold innovators working outside the spotlight to transform systems and elevate people and planet alike.
We believe that advancing REEJ will elevate the conditions of people and our planet.
NCF leverages 100% of our assets to advance racial, economic, and environmental justice. Our approach centers on collaboration, long-term investment, and continuous learning. We focus on contributing to systemic change, knowing that progress requires shared effort, accountability, and a willingness to learn as we continue our journey to justice.
A Justice Journey
NCF is committed to sharing key moments from our Justice Journey in 2025. This past year, we deepened our work to advance racial, economic, and environmental justice by continuing to work to align 100% of our endowment with our mission, supporting bold partners, incorporating organization-wide KPIs into our work, and tracking our progress toward systemic change. We also began our journey in the U.S. South, partnering with and learning from organizations across the region.
Read Additional Reports
Values Proposition Report
The report shares performance highlights, impact investing progress, and the Foundation’s approach to leveraging 100% of its assets in support of racial, economic, and environmental justice.
2023 Impact Report
NCF is supporting many partners along our journey to justice. Our team and partners worked incredibly hard in 2023, and we’re excited to build on that impact in the year ahead.
2024 Impact Report
Our justice journey continued in 2024, turning strategy into impact alongside dedicated partners.
