Powerlessness is a substantial barrier to advancing health equity. When underserved and historically marginalized communities are left out of decision-making, how can they improve their own health and the health of their communities?  

While many grassroots-led organizations are working to influence community conditions and the factors that shape health and well-being, there is a lot to learn about the processes, infrastructure, and relational networks that drive their systems change. RWJF is looking to work with community-based organizations and researchers to measure and understand how groups build power to address the inequitable conditions they see and experience in their neighborhoods and daily lives.

Up to $1 million for as many as six projects is available.

Learn more about eligibility and selection criteria  >