AJ Muste Foundation for Peace and Justice

06/12/2026

The 1982 Rally for Nuclear Disarmament remains one of the largest peace demonstrations in U.S. history—a powerful reminder of what collective action can achieve!

06/08/2026

Honoring the late Clarence B. Jones, a civil rights activist and close friend of MLK Jr., who contributed to the iconic, 'I Have A Dream' speech.

Clarence B. Jones was a lawyer and a fierce force behind the scenes throughout civil rights history. He fought against discriminatory policies, and contributed to and planned multiple protests and actions including in the racially segregated Birmingham, AL in the 1960s and the March on Washington.

Rest in Power. ✊

06/04/2026

Announcing our May Rapid Response grantees, Nashville People's Budget Coalition and Peace Economy Project! 📣

The Rapid Response Grant Fund (for June) closes tomorrow at 4pm EST.

05/21/2026

On this day, 65 years ago, many gathered to hear civil rights leaders defend the Freedom Riders in Montgomery, AL. The courage and solidarity shown in Montgomery in 1961 continues to inspire movements for freedom and dignity today. ✊

05/19/2026

Grantee Spotlight! Movimiento Cosecha New Jersey supports immigrant communities across the state. From community education to volunteer mobilization, this work helps keep communities informed, connected, and protected.

The Muste Foundation is proud to support such impactful work!

05/15/2026

When communities face urgent threats, rapid response matters. The A.J. Muste Foundation is proud to support our rapid response grantees as they organize and meet this moment head-on!

05/05/2026

Rapid Response Grant Applications remain open until this Friday at 4pm EST! Apply for a grant today! Link in bio.

04/22/2026

As we celebrate Earth Day, let us highlight a couple of our grantees, Planet Over Profit and Climate Defiance, who have made strides in climate activism. Their bold direct action campaigns and mobilizations demand real change from corporations and politicians regarding the climate crisis.

04/15/2026

Have you seen our annual report? Check out what we and our grantees have accomplished in the past year! 📣

Reports and Research Annual Reports Impact Report White Paper Series Annual Reports Impact Reports White Paper Series In March 2024, Heidi Boghosian and Johanna Fernandez attended the A.J. Muste Conference hosted by Hope College in Holland, MI. Throughout the conference, many activists and writers s...

04/07/2026

If you're in NYC this week, attend the Latinx Freedom National Conference this Thursday and Friday! 📣 Our Board Director, Johanna Fernández, co-organized this event, which brings together veterans of the Latinx movement in the 1960s, activists, and the public.

Register on 's website!