Statement of Nonpolitical Activity

As a nonprofit committed to lifting New Yorkers out of poverty, Robin Hood remains strictly nonpartisan. We do not endorse or oppose candidates for public office, contribute to political campaigns, or coordinate with political parties. All of our grantmaking, research, communications, and advocacy comply with laws governing tax-exempt organizations.

Our work is driven by data and measurable impact, not politics or ideology. We invest in high-impact nonprofits, pilot and scale innovative solutions, and use evidence-based research to identify what works, addressing root causes of poverty, improving outcomes for lower-income New Yorkers,  and expanding opportunity for New Yorkers in need.

Robin Hood’s Board of Directors includes members with a wide range of political views, but politics never plays a role in our decision-making. What unites our board, donors, and partners is a shared commitment to eradicating poverty and ensuring that where a person starts in life doesn’t define where they end up.

New York City has always been a place of infinite possibility, where ambition meets opportunity and diversity fuels progress. We’re here to make sure those possibilities are open to everyone.

By remaining nonpartisan, we protect the trust that allows us to work effectively across the city—with communities, leaders, and changemakers of all backgrounds.