Concord Group

The Concord Group comprises the 16 great-grandchildren of J.M. Kaplan. Although geographically dispersed and working across many sectors, this fourth generation shares a commitment to justice, equality, freedom, and sustainability—and these values are reflected in collaborative grantmaking that builds opportunity and creates lasting impact in communities across the country. 

During 2021 and 2022, the Concord Group recommended funding aligned with the J.M. Kaplan Fund’s program areas: Environment, Heritage Conservation, and Social Justice, including grants to mitigate food deserts in Brooklyn, restore historic sites in Harlem, and create reentry housing in upstate NY. In 2023, the Group shifted to an annual thematic approach for their support, first focusing on food insecurity and, later, on both youth development and community-building. 

As of 2026, the Concord Group has adopted a five-year plan for collaborative grantmaking across two issue areas: The Future of Food Systems and The Future of Media. These themes will drive inquiry, research, and grants to nonprofits building toward a more equitable, abundant, and open future for all. 

 Please note that the Concord Group makes grants by invitation only and cannot accept unsolicited requests.