Narrative

Our Approach

Narrative shapes what a society sees, values, and is willing to change. It influences which issues are prioritized, whose experiences are believed, and what solutions are considered possible.

We fund work that reshapes public meaning and cultural understanding in ways that expand belonging, dignity, and opportunity.

How We Evaluate Narrative Work

We prioritize work that:

  • Engages narrative as a lever for systems change

  • Demonstrates reach, relevance, or influence beyond a single audience

  • Is grounded in lived experience and ethical storytelling

  • Connects narrative shifts to policy, practice, or resource flows

What We Support

We invest in efforts that influence how stories, norms, and assumptions are produced and circulated.

This includes work across:

  • Culture & Storytelling
    Film, media, and creative practices that challenge dominant narratives and expand representation.

  • Public Meaning & Belonging
    Efforts that shift how communities understand disability, difference, identity, and inclusion.

  • Narrative Infrastructure
    Platforms, networks, and strategies that support sustained narrative change over time.

“Narrative shapes what a society believes is possible—and what it is willing to change.”