Merck Family Fund

**Merck Family Fund (MFF) champions a** **people-first****,** **intersectional approach** **to philanthropy that supports communities in their efforts to achieve environmental, social, and economic justice.** **MFF recognizes the systemic inequalities in our society stemming from historic and ongoing policies and discrimination. MFF aspires to a future where race no longer predicts life outcomes and all people possess the freedom and capacity to reach their full potential.** **MFF is guided by the family’s core Values** - **Learning - developing individual and collective knowledge.** - **Risk-taking - knowingly putting ourselves in uncomfortable places.** - **Integrity & Ethical Values - do what we say we’re going to do.** - **Connection - fostering relationships and a practice of listening and sharing.** - **Family - honoring our ancestors by leaving the world a better place.** - **Equity - removing barriers and bias that limit people’s possibilities.**