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Empowering Communities

In each of our program areas — Civil Society, Education, Environment and Flint Area — we aim to inspire and empower individuals to work with their communities in ways that will help them achieve more than they could ever accomplish alone.

See our Work

A man is shown from behind painting a wall red around the outline of letters reading 'People's Power.'

Civil Society

We work to foster engaged, empowered and equitable communities throughout the world.

Two young people excitedly look at their laptop monitor.

Education

We make grants to help all children, especially those in underserved communities, develop the knowledge, skills and behaviors they need to succeed in college, career pathways and life.

A young Black man wearing a gray hoodie and plastic glove stands on a beach holding a large orange bucket that he is using during a cleanup.

Environment

We support programs around the world that protect communities and the ecosystems upon which they depend.

Three young people look at water test results in a water testing lab.

Flint Area

We support efforts to help our hometown of Flint solve problems, create opportunities and build a vibrant future for the community and its residents.

“A longstanding spirit of community collaboration was strengthened during the water crisis, persisted through the pandemic and endures today. To that end, there are reasons for hope.”
The water tower in Flint, Michigan with the words "Flint STRONG" written on its light blue dome. — RIDGWAY WHITE, MOTT FOUNDATION PRESIDENT AND CEO

Read Hope after heartache: The Flint water crisis 10 years on

Through the Years

Over more than nine decades, the Mott Foundation has sought to advance and strengthen the well-being of all aspects of community — from individuals and families to the institutions that serve them.

Explore our Timeline

A young woman looks up and smiles while working at a produce booth at the Flint Farmers' Market.
An old black and white photo of a Fairview teacher holding hands with three students, circa 1940s.