The Ford Foundation (NY)



The Ford Foundation was founded on January 15, 1936 by the son of the founder of the Ford Motor Company, Edsel Ford.

During its early years, the foundation led by the Ford family members operated in Michigan. The foundation aimed to allocate resources for scientific, educational, and charitable purposes, all for the welfare of the public.

Today, the Ford Foundation is led by its 10th president, Darren Walker. They remain committed to advancing human welfare. The headquarters of the foundation is in New York City which supports all 50 states, and 10 regional offices worldwide which supports over 50 countries.

Their program continues to serve public welfare through strengthening democratic values, reducing poverty and injustice, and promoting international cooperation and advancing human achievement.

Web Address

www.fordfound.org

Social Media Links

Twitter - @FordFoundation

Foundation Grants and Resources





    

Recent News from Ford Foundation


Philanthropy in Education Market to Get An Explosive Growth
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Ford Foundation, Open Society Foundations

According to HTF Market Intelligence, the Global Philanthropy in Education market to witness a CAGR of 7.40% during the forecast period (2025-2030) The market plays a critical role in advancing...more

Historic CT organization that's had name for 100 years is changing it - Hartford Courant
Foundation: Hartford Foundation for Public Giving

According to HTF Market Intelligence, the Global Philanthropy in Education market to witness a CAGR of 7.40% during the forecast period (2025-2030) The market plays a critical role in advancing...more

Tracy Costello: Your Guide to Postdoc Funding Opportunities - Oncodaily
Foundation: Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Ford Foundation

According to HTF Market Intelligence, the Global Philanthropy in Education market to witness a CAGR of 7.40% during the forecast period (2025-2030) The market plays a critical role in advancing...more

The Power of Direct Community Funding - Nonprofit Quarterly
Foundation: Oak Foundation, Ford Foundation, Open Society Foundations

According to HTF Market Intelligence, the Global Philanthropy in Education market to witness a CAGR of 7.40% during the forecast period (2025-2030) The market plays a critical role in advancing...more

People in the News (11/30/2025): appointments, promotions, obituaries
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Global Fund for Children

According to HTF Market Intelligence, the Global Philanthropy in Education market to witness a CAGR of 7.40% during the forecast period (2025-2030) The market plays a critical role in advancing...more

Pro-Palestine nonprofits are at 'financial crossroads' after losing funding during genocide
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Open Society Foundations

According to HTF Market Intelligence, the Global Philanthropy in Education market to witness a CAGR of 7.40% during the forecast period (2025-2030) The market plays a critical role in advancing...more

Illustrative Grants from Ford Foundation



Center for Teaching Quality Inc.-$199,500

Center for Studies of the State and Society-$493,706

Center for Studies of the State and Society-$150,000

Center for Rural Strategies Inc.-$400,000

Rick KNIEF-$70,000

Njabulo Simakahle Ndebele-$139,500

A Better Balance-$100,000

Accion Latina-$25,000

Acorn Housing Corporation-$200,000

Action Canada for Population and Development-$325,000



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