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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.
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www.fordfound.org
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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
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Climate Watch: Environmental degradation contributing to insecurity, says UN | TheCable
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Climate Watch aims to ensure you never miss important stories on climate ... fuels and so they need to find solutions through innovative...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Climate Watch aims to ensure you never miss important stories on climate ... fuels and so they need to find solutions through innovative...more
Ford Foundation pledges $3 million climate change fund for West Africa - Corporate Social ...
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Ford Foundation pledges $3 million towards the launch of a five-year climate change intiative that promotes equitty and sustainability of...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Ford Foundation pledges $3 million towards the launch of a five-year climate change intiative that promotes equitty and sustainability of...more
Heinz Endowments award $5.4 million to 16 organizations promoting Black culture ...
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Heinz Endowments
Pittsburgh's Heinz Endowments have awarded $5.4 million in grant funding to ... The Ford Foundation provided $5 million in funding to 10...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Heinz Endowments
Pittsburgh's Heinz Endowments have awarded $5.4 million in grant funding to ... The Ford Foundation provided $5 million in funding to 10...more
Heinz Endowments awards $5.4 million in grants to local cultural organizations | TribLIVE.com
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Heinz Endowments
Pittsburgh's Cultural Treasures is part of America's Cultural Treasures, a national initiative by the Ford Foundation to increase support to...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Heinz Endowments
Pittsburgh's Cultural Treasures is part of America's Cultural Treasures, a national initiative by the Ford Foundation to increase support to...more
When Setting Up a Charitable Fund, Think Beyond the Tax Break - Barron's
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, National Philanthropic Trust
The issue isn't the vehicles themselves, but philanthropic apathy. ... “Philanthropy should be the motivation, not tax...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, National Philanthropic Trust
The issue isn't the vehicles themselves, but philanthropic apathy. ... “Philanthropy should be the motivation, not tax...more
Philanthropy Funds Market Growth Analysis,Size,Insight,Share And Outlook By 2027 - Vox Bikol
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, J. Paul Getty Trust, Lilly Endowment, Open Society Foundations
Complete study of the global Philanthropy Funds market is carried out by the analysts in this report, taking into consideration key factors...more
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, J. Paul Getty Trust, Lilly Endowment, Open Society Foundations
Complete study of the global Philanthropy Funds market is carried out by the analysts in this report, taking into consideration key factors...more
Post from Community: Ford Foundation president will feature at capstone 'A Milwaukee for All'
Foundation: Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Ford Foundation
3 for an exchange of ideas focused on reimagining philanthropy for transformational ... helping donors achieve the greatest philanthropic...more
Foundation: Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Ford Foundation
3 for an exchange of ideas focused on reimagining philanthropy for transformational ... helping donors achieve the greatest philanthropic...more
Ford Foundation To Fund 'Informal Workers' Movement - The NonProfit Times
Foundation: Ford Foundation
This funding comes ahead of the 109th session of the International Labour Conference (ILC), where representatives of governments, employers...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
This funding comes ahead of the 109th session of the International Labour Conference (ILC), where representatives of governments, employers...more
A Brief History of Impact Investing - GOOD
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Collaborative Fund was founded a decade ago with the mission to support and invest in the shared future. Since then, the conversation...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Collaborative Fund was founded a decade ago with the mission to support and invest in the shared future. Since then, the conversation...more
Ford Foundation approves grant for Hospice of North Central Ohio - Mount Vernon News
Foundation: Ford Foundation
& Ada Ford Foundation in Mansfield, Ohio. The grant will be used to fund the purchase of equipment that will help HNCO initiate a HFCWO...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
& Ada Ford Foundation in Mansfield, Ohio. The grant will be used to fund the purchase of equipment that will help HNCO initiate a HFCWO...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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