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.
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The Ford Foundation, one of the five largest philanthropists in the US, has come under fire in the past for its support of far-left groups.
Now, however, it's back in the news for another reason:...more
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First-Ever Connecticut Service Symposium Held at University of Hartford in West Hartford.Local philanthropists led by Gerry and Karen Goldberg are working to enhance service opportunities for young...more
The Ford Foundation has donated $116 million to support artists and arts organizations of color in the US, the New York Times reports.
That's more than double the $50 million the foundation...more
The town of Guilford, Conn., is planning to hold its first-ever " Porchfest" in 2024, the New Haven Register reports.
According to the Guilford Foundation, which is organizing the event, it will...more
The MacArthur Foundation, known for its "genius grants" to left-wing activists, has announced a $500 million philanthropic push to boost local journalism.
The push, called "Press Forward," aims...more
The position young people are dealt with can be complex, and yet the entire economic system is still focused for an age that’s almost gone astray. The solution? Promoting social enterprise and getting these young people integrated into work.