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Lilly Endowment, Inc.
The Lilly Endowment, Inc. is an Indiana-polis-based private philantrhopic foundation established in 1873 by the members of the Lilly family; J.K. Lilly Sr., J.K. Lilly Jr., and Eli Lilly.
The foundation was formed through the stock gifts of their pharmaceutical company called the Eli Lilly and Company. However, the foundation is considered to be a separate entity from the company.
The foundation aims to help people in Indianapolis build a better life through supporting efforts of national significance and international projects.
Web Address
www.lillyendowment.org/
Social Media Links
Twitter - @lillyendowment
The foundation was formed through the stock gifts of their pharmaceutical company called the Eli Lilly and Company. However, the foundation is considered to be a separate entity from the company.
The foundation aims to help people in Indianapolis build a better life through supporting efforts of national significance and international projects.
Web Address
www.lillyendowment.org/
Social Media Links
Twitter - @lillyendowment
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Foundation: Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Ford Foundation, Lilly Endowment
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Foundation: Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Ford Foundation, Lilly Endowment
The website Inside Philanthropy first reported on Waverley's DAF contributions ... does much of her philanthropic work through Emerson...more
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Foundation: Steuben County Community Foundation, Lilly Endowment
ANGOLA — The six 2022 Lilly Endowment Community Scholar finalists have been selected by the Steuben County Community...more
Foundation: Steuben County Community Foundation, Lilly Endowment
ANGOLA — The six 2022 Lilly Endowment Community Scholar finalists have been selected by the Steuben County Community...more
Exhibit Columbus: New symposium to highlight installations - The Republic
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
“Mapping the Middle” is made possible by Heritage Fund—The Community Foundation of Bartholomew County with grant support from Lilly Endowment Inc....more
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
“Mapping the Middle” is made possible by Heritage Fund—The Community Foundation of Bartholomew County with grant support from Lilly Endowment Inc....more
Semifinalists announced for Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship | WBIW
Foundation: Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, Lilly Endowment
BLOOMINGTON – The Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County (CFBMC) has announced the semifinalists for the 2022 Monroe County Lilly...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, Lilly Endowment
BLOOMINGTON – The Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County (CFBMC) has announced the semifinalists for the 2022 Monroe County Lilly...more
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Foundation: Lilly Endowment
Mapping the Middle is made possible by Heritage Fund—The Community Foundation of Bartholomew County with grant support from Lilly Endowment...more
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
Mapping the Middle is made possible by Heritage Fund—The Community Foundation of Bartholomew County with grant support from Lilly Endowment...more
9/11 Day co-founders plan CNN special to generate good deeds - Spectrum News
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
The Associated Press receives support from the Lilly Endowment for coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits. The AP is solely responsible for...more
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
The Associated Press receives support from the Lilly Endowment for coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits. The AP is solely responsible for...more
How Instagram star helped rescue dozens from Afghanistan - Seymour Tribune
Foundation: Rockefeller Foundation, Lilly Endowment
The Associated Press receives support from the Lilly Endowment for coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits. The AP is solely responsible for all...more
Foundation: Rockefeller Foundation, Lilly Endowment
The Associated Press receives support from the Lilly Endowment for coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits. The AP is solely responsible for all...more
YMCA adds Learning Loss Prevention Program for youth | News | washtimesherald.com
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
The learning loss prevention program focuses on math and reading to boost literacy skills, plus enrichment activities to support physical and...more
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
The learning loss prevention program focuses on math and reading to boost literacy skills, plus enrichment activities to support physical and...more
Hesston steam society receives $20,000 state grant | What's New LaPorte?
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
The La Porte County Historical Steam Society, which operates Hesston Steam Museum, has received a $20,000 grant from the Indiana Historical Society...more
Foundation: Lilly Endowment
The La Porte County Historical Steam Society, which operates Hesston Steam Museum, has received a $20,000 grant from the Indiana Historical Society...more
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Foundation: Greater New Orleans Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, Walton Family Foundation, Lilly Endowment
Naomi Strongin, acting director of the Center for Designed Philanthropy at the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles, was promoted to vice president of...more
Foundation: Greater New Orleans Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, Walton Family Foundation, Lilly Endowment
Naomi Strongin, acting director of the Center for Designed Philanthropy at the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles, was promoted to vice president of...more
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