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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 $147,651,322 496 $297,684
Peace and Social Justice $166,015,381 641 $258,994
Knowledge, Creativity and Freedom $114,723,049 398 $288,249
Other Grant Actions $26,937,617 82 $328,508
Total $455,327,369 1617 $281,588
For exact financial data, please consult our annual reports.