Resist began in 1967 with "A Call to Resist Illegitimate Authority," a document supporting draft resistance and opposing the war in Vietnam that was signed by over 20,000 individuals.  Since that time, Resist has given more than 5,000 small, timely grants and loans to grassroots groups and organizations working  for social justice. At its core, Resist remains a political organization committed to radial social change, and groups that are funded reflect Resist's political commmitment. 

Resist funds activist organizing and education work within movements for social change. As a foundation, Resist is unique because we are part of the movements we fund. We do the work individual donors don't have time to do: reaching out to activist organizations and researching their campaigns and projects. We operate on a national scale and know the big picture; and we challenge grantees to connect their own issues with the concerns of other activists. Because we fund six times a year, we can respond to time-sensitive organizing campaigns.  

 Resist is more than a grantmaker. We're also a resource center, providing grassroots organizations with technical assistance and information about other funding sources. Finding Funding: A Beginner's Guide to Foundation Research gives progressive activists a quick entry-point for grant-writing. Resist also publishes a highly respected Newsletter. 

 When you make a contribution to Resist, you'll receive our newsletter. Each issue takes a thoughtful look at a political topic related to our grant giving. One donor writes, "I cannot tell you how much more promising the world seems the day your  newsletter comes."