if, A Foundation for Radical Possibility

About if, A Foundation for Radical Possibility if, A Foundation for Radical Possibility envisions Black people and people of the global majority living powerfully, abundantly, and beautifully in healthy, self-determined communities free of social, economic, and ideological violence.

We achieve our vision by centering the leadership and expertise of Black people and people of the global majority in the Washington, DC region who live at the sharpest intersection of systems of oppression, in particular race, class and gender identity.

We carry out our work by adhering to the following values:

*We believe that truth-telling is a part of healing and that acknowledging past and current racial atrocities is integral to justice.

*We build trusting authentic relationships with communities, partners, and colleagues where knowledge, power and resources are shared equitably.

* We are committed to innovation and risk-taking and embrace bold ideas that disrupt the status quo. „ We stand firmly with communities that have been most harmed by systems of oppression and support their ability to exercise power.

*We prioritize radical learning and share lessons to make way for progress and effective action.

* We acknowledge the inconsistencies and contradictions inherent in the philanthropic enterprise and aim to model the vision we believe is possible by ensuring that our own policies, practices, and operations are transformative and reflect the values we hold.