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Confluence Institute helps rural communities respond to climate change and improve livelihoods in East Africa and the U.S. Interior West. Through unrestricted funding, technical assistance and shared learning, we support locally led organizations that are meeting the real and changing needs of their communities.

We support grassroots ingenuity that builds resilient rural communities where people and nature thrive.

We believe in engaged philanthropy that honors and amplifies local vision.

Confluence Institute supports solutions that advance community resilience to climate change and enhance rural livelihoods. We partner with locally led organizations to grow existing programs, pilot new approaches, and share their learning.

Confluence Institute works with local experts who guide us and foster vibrant grassroots partnerships that support climate resilience and livelihoods in rural communities. We offer unrestricted funding, technical support, new connections, and knowledge exchange to strengthen partners’ organizational health and impact.
We amplify local voices that lead the development of resilient rural communities. Get inspired by grassroots ingenuity!
We support locally lead organizations creating economic opportunity and rural resilience in response to climate change.