From Survival to Stability: Lagrina's In Her Hands Journey

"I was to the point where I felt like I was going to die." That's how Lagrina Simmons describes life before In Her Hands, a guaranteed income program providing $1,000 monthly to women in Atlanta's English Avenue and Vine City neighborhoods.

The guaranteed income replaced daily worry with stability. Lagrina paid down debts, caught up on rent and bought a reliable car. She can now afford her husband's prescriptions and regular self-care. With essentials covered, she dreams of opening "Lili's Smoothies" and becoming a homeowner.

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights Is Open!

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (The Center) officially reopened on Nov. 8, following a major expansion.

Veterans Leading the Way to a More Responsive Democracy

Veterans and service members are often excluded from voting in primary elections because they're registered as "independent" or "unaffiliated.” And challenges to mail-in voting further threaten their participation in the democratic process. Veterans for All Voters (VAV) is dedicated to protecting the rights of veterans, members of the military and all Americans and ensuring everyone’s voice is heard.



VAV recruits local veteran leaders to host forums, meet with lawmakers and engage neighbors in conversations about open primaries and mail-in voting protections. The goal is to expand voter participation, encourage real competition and ensure elected officials are accountable to a true majority.

Young Futures: Empowering Youth Through AI

Young Futures supports emerging organizations that help teens and families navigate the digital world and build resilience. The foundation granted $1 million to Young Futures in 2025 to address youth mental health pressures online and offline.

Since launching in 2023, Young Futures has funded 35 innovators through its Youth Listening Tour funding calls. In September 2025, they announced the YF500, a $50 million commitment supporting 500 innovators nationwide. One of its first efforts is the "Oops!...AI Did It Again" challenge, which tackles AI's growing impact on youth mental health.