Strengthening People and Organizations

In making grants, we look for fresh thinking and for innovative people and organizations. We set benchmarks to measure success and monitor progress to ensure that goals are being met.

Organizations Seeking Grants

Organizations Seeking Grants

Our overall mission is to reduce poverty and injustice and to promote democratic values, international cooperation and human achievement. If your project complies with these goals, you may consider submitting a grant inquiry using our online form.

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Individuals Seeking Fellowships

Individuals Seeking Fellowships

We make a very limited number of grants to individuals, generally restricted to fellowships for advanced study. The foundation does not award undergraduate scholarships or make grants for purely personal needs.

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Grant Making by Region



Program Amount Number of Grants Average Grant
Asset Building and Community Development $75,130,932 284 $264,546
Peace and Social Justice $93,935,852 390 $240,861
Knowledge, Creativity and Freedom $65,831,327 229 $287,473
Other Grant Actions $22,409,141 47 $476,790
Total $257,307,252 950 $270,850
For exact financial data, please consult our annual reports.