The Nathan Cummings Foundation

The Nathan Cummings Foundation is rooted in the Jewish tradition and committed to democratic values and social justice, including fairness, diversity, and community. We seek to build a socially and economically just society that values nature and protects the ecological balance for future generations; promotes humane health care; and fosters arts and culture that enriches communities. The Foundation's approach to grant making embodies some basic themes in all of its programs:concern for the poor, disadvantaged, and underserved;respect for diversity;promotion of understanding across cultures;and empowerment of communities in need.