This is a profoundly impactful statement to live by.

We look forward to introducing new voices and new leaders into the social justice space. People who have been personally affected by the causes they stand behind. We believe that, "People closest to the problem are closest to the solution."

"You can imprison a man, but not an idea. You can exile a man, but not an idea." - Benazir Bhutto CanaryImpactFund.org

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead CanaryImpactFund.org

"Change starts with one person questioning, challenging, speaking up, and doing something to make a difference." Paul Kivel

Meet the Board! Steven and Michelle are integral to the overall mission of CIF. They've dedicated their personal mission to empowering people in their communities to serve, champion, and drive change in the social justice space.

Thank you to all the applicants to the Canary Impact Fund 10 for 10 Prize. Our team carefully reviewed a large number of thoughtful and impactful submissions. We were able to select a small pool of people to move to the final round.

Meet Steven “Flow” Pacheco. We are honored to have him as one of the founding members and Board Chair. Learn more about Steven.

“If you have a strong purpose in life, you don't have to be pushed. Your passion will drive you there.” Roy T. Bennett

Meet Michelle A. Diaz. We are honored to have her as Vice-Chair. Learn more about Michelle.

We must be impatient for change. Let us remember that our voice is a precious gift and we must use it. - Claudia Flores

Striving for social justice is the most valuable thing to do in life. ― Albert Einstein canaryimpactfund.org

We have selected the inaugural 2022 10 for 10 Prize winners! Congrats Chandra Bozelko, #ChasMoore, Christian Bolden, Keeda Haynes, #LeonTheodore, #MarlonChamberlain & #PatrickRodriguez. We will be highlighting each winner & their respective project/initiative soon.

Philanthropy BY formerly incarcerated people, FOR formerly incarcerated people. Congrats, all.

SAVE THE DATE! We're so excited to announce the Canary Impact Prize! Please visit our website at canaryimpactfund.org to see the LOI and learn more about the prize! Applications open on March 23, 2023! #nonprofit #prize #justice #prisonreform #strategy #change #solutions

3 DAYS LEFT! Mark your calendars and visit our website on Friday, March 24th to apply for the prize #nonprofit #community #canaryimpactprize #criminaljusticereform

2 DAYS LEFT! Make sure to check our eligibility requirements before applying. All requirements are listed below. #canaryimpactprize #prisonreform #community #nonprofit

Calling all formerly incarcerated leaders! If you have a project or innovative idea and are looking for an initial investment, be sure to apply for the Canary Impact Fund prize! To apply: forms.gle/hDVFwzyJ2Wytkg…

As we celebrate the last day of Women's History Month, we celebrate the women who are fighters, leaders, and dreamers. We celebrate the women who never give up and fight for the rights and freedom of others. #WomensHistoryMonth #womenempowerment #WomenLeaders