Way To Rise
Way to Rise is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) philanthropic fund and strategy center based in Washington, D.C. (EIN 88-3300694) focused on strengthening multiracial democracy in the South and Southwest through grantmaking and programmatic support such as the AMPLIFY program and the Valiente Fund.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A mid-sized or scaling nonprofit focused on strengthening multiracial democracy, voter engagement, or civic power in Southern and Southwestern states, seeking general operating support at mid-to-large grant sizes.
Good Fit
- • Work focused on multiracial democracy, voter engagement, or civic power in the South/Southwest.
- • Requests framed as general operating support or organizational scaling.
- • Capacity to manage six-figure or high five-figure grants.
- • Evidence of state-level impact or coalition-building.
- • Clear alignment with initiatives like AMPLIFY or the Valiente Fund.
Geography
Observed grants covered roughly 20 states plus DC, indicating a multi-state footprint with concentrated activity in Southern and Southwestern states and a meaningful share in DC.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 84 distinct recipients and 50 new grantees, plus 34 returning recipients across three years, demonstrating a broad and diverse recipient set rather than a tiny closed circle.
New Applicants
Direct behavioral evidence—50 new recipients in the latest year across many states—shows that unfamiliar organizations have entered the portfolio; a public website and contact emails further support plausible entry despite no formal application guidelines.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
