U.S. nonprofits demonstrate overwhelming interest in improving trust

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Allstate and the Aspen Institute fuel national movement Key Takeaways: CHICAGO, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Allstate and the Aspen Institute's Alliance for Social Trust today announced the recipients of the 2026 Trust in Practice Awards, awarding $5.25 million to build trust in communities across the United States. The investment responds to overwhelming demand from organizations working to address America's trust deficit and includes funding for Trust in Practice awardees and a new acceleration and learning fund. "Demand for support far exceeded expectations, showing Americans know trust is required to improve prosperity and protect freedom. These awardees are leading a movement to strengthen relationships and share positive stories that build trust in institutions and each other," said Tom Wilson, who leads Allstate. The first-of-its-kind Trust in Practice Awards fund nonprofit-led solutions that bridge divides, strengthen social connection and help communities solve shared challenges. Awardees bring strong local leadership, a proven track record of building trust and a commitment to share what works with peers nationwide. The Trust in Practice Awards will test practical approaches to build trust and make meaningful impact in communities. "The Aspen Institute and Allstate share the belief that trust is necessary for a thriving society," said Dan Porterfield, Aspen Institute president and CEO. "To that end, we've made strengthening trust a strategic priority across our work at the Aspen Institute, and the Trust in Practice Awards are an important step towards building a network of trust-builders committed to weaving together the social fabric of America." 2026 Trust in Practice awardees Each of the following awardees represents a collaboration of at least three nonprofit organizations that advance new solutions to increase trust in their communities. The projects range from on-the-ground disaster recovery to intergenerational coalition building to the revitalization of public spaces. $1 million $500,000 $100,000 Additionally, Allstate and the Aspen Institute have earmarked $500,000 for an acceleration and learning fund that drives awardee connection and collaboration. An additional $250,000 will be distributed to 25 finalist organizations to further their trust building efforts. How trust is built Allstate resea...

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