Change.org

San Francisco, California, USA · ≈370 employees · change.org

Change.org is a global digital platform that empowers individuals to create social change through online petitions and advocacy campaigns. Founded in 2007 by Ben Rattray and Mark Dimas, it has grown to serve over 500 million users worldwide, facilitating approximately 50,000 new campaigns each month. The platform is designed to help users create petitions on various social, political, and civic issues, track their progress, and engage supporters through integrated tools. As a for-profit Public Benefit Corporation, Change.org balances profit with social and environmental goals. It offers campaign management tools, advocacy coaching, and a data-driven recommendation engine to enhance user experience. The platform partners with non-profit organizations, government initiatives, and individual activists to mobilize support for critical issues, including human rights, environmental protection, and healthcare access. With a commitment to empowering grassroots advocacy, Change.org remains a leading force in the movement for civic action and social justice.