Arcus Foundation

Founded in 2000 by Jon Stryker, the Arcus Foundation is a leading global foundation advancing pressing social justice and conservation issues. Specifically, Arcus works to advance LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) equality, as well as to conserve and protect the great apes.The Arcus Foundation works globally and has offices in Kalamazoo, Mich., New York City and Cambridge, UK. 

Our Founder

Learn more about Jon Stryker, Arcus Foundation founder and board president. 

 

 

Our Values & Culture


The inherent dignity, value and worth of all human beings around the world must be upheld regardless of race, gender, socio-economic class, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
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Transparency Statement

As a foundation committed to removing barriers to full participation in society, we strive to apply a high level of transparency in all our operations.
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Board & Staff

The Arcus Foundation board of directors and staff are a diverse group, reflecting the diversity inherent in the world their work is shaping. They are thought leaders who have significantly influenced thinking, and action, in the social justice and conservation movements. They bring expertise, resources, and vision to their work – along with track records as catalysts of change.

Financial Statements

Download Arcus' IRS 990-PF Form.

1. 2010 Arcus Foundation 990-PF
2. 2010 Arcus Operating Foundation 990-PF
3. 2009 Arcus Foundation 990-PF
4. 2009 Arcus Operating Foundation 990-PF
5. 2008 Arcus Foundation 990-PF
6. 2008 Arcus Operating Foundation 990-PF
7. 2007 Arcus Foundation 990-PF
8. 2006 Arcus Foundation 990-PF
9. 2005 Arcus Foundation 990-PF
10. 2004 Arcus Foundation's 990-PF
11. 2003 Arcus Foundation's 990-PF

Employment Opportunities

The Arcus Foundation has the following positions open at this time:

Senior Grants Manager, New York City

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Requirement

The Arcus Foundation requires all organizations seeking funding to have in place a board-approved Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy that specifically includes and lists sexual orientation and gender identity, and requires compliance with all other applicable federal and local EEO laws. Organizations with non-compliant EEO policies will not be considered for funding.

Arcus Operating Foundation

The Arcus Operating Foundation was established in 2007 to support the work and mission of the Arcus Foundation through convenings and conferences, capacity and leadership development, research, publications and projects that increase philanthropic engagement. Visit our Arcus Publications section to view reports published by the Arcus Operating Foundation.