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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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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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KEEN Footwear Awarded Prestigious Good Housekeeping 2021 Sustainability Innovation Award For PFC Free, Detox The Planet Initiative
Foundation: Ford Foundation
These toxic chemicals enter the environment where the chemicals, ... The brand continues to aggressively seek out innovative...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
These toxic chemicals enter the environment where the chemicals, ... The brand continues to aggressively seek out innovative...more
13th Edition of Sankalp Global Summit 2021 to be Held Virtually between October 12-14, 2021
Foundation: Dell Foundation, Ford Foundation, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
Aavishkaar Group and Intellecap are hosting the social entrepreneurship global event between October 12-14, 2021 on the theme Mainstreaming...more
Foundation: Dell Foundation, Ford Foundation, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
Aavishkaar Group and Intellecap are hosting the social entrepreneurship global event between October 12-14, 2021 on the theme Mainstreaming...more
Where Are the Billionaire-Funded Anti-Racism Charities? - Robb Report
Foundation: Ford Foundation
On Forbes's 2021 list of America's 25 most philanthropic citizens, ... The hypercompetitive realm of philanthropy tends to attract (and reward) those...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
On Forbes's 2021 list of America's 25 most philanthropic citizens, ... The hypercompetitive realm of philanthropy tends to attract (and reward) those...more
Agency wins $8,500 grant to launch Clinton community assistance team - The Middletown Press
Foundation: Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Community groups joined the Clinton Police Department for the kickoff of the Clinton Community Assistance Team program earlier this month. Sarah Page Kyrcz...more
Foundation: Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Community groups joined the Clinton Police Department for the kickoff of the Clinton Community Assistance Team program earlier this month. Sarah Page Kyrcz...more
National Gallery of Art Board of Trustees Elects Indra Nooyi as New Trustee - Yahoo Finance
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Sharon has been a model of philanthropic service, and the museum has benefited greatly from her leadership and generosity. She has shepherded the...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Sharon has been a model of philanthropic service, and the museum has benefited greatly from her leadership and generosity. She has shepherded the...more
National Gallery of Art Board of Trustees Elects Indra Nooyi as New Trustee - KULR-8
Foundation: Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
Sharon has been a model of philanthropic service, and the museum has benefited ... of the Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, the Rockefeller Brother...more
Foundation: Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
Sharon has been a model of philanthropic service, and the museum has benefited ... of the Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, the Rockefeller Brother...more
Black in Focus: Interview with Darren Walker, Ford Foundation President - Bloomberg
Foundation: Ford Foundation
About · Careers · Diversity and Inclusion · Innovation · Philanthropy ... importance of justice and and more inclusive practices in the philanthropic...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
About · Careers · Diversity and Inclusion · Innovation · Philanthropy ... importance of justice and and more inclusive practices in the philanthropic...more
New York Times Tightens Ties With Foundation Known for Anti-Israel Grants - The Algemeiner
Foundation: Ford Foundation
In July 2021, the paper announced that the Ford Foundation “is providing a $150,000 grant” to pay a Times journalist to “produce stories that illuminate...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
In July 2021, the paper announced that the Ford Foundation “is providing a $150,000 grant” to pay a Times journalist to “produce stories that illuminate...more
Foundations, new donors build $51M fund to support workers - The Business Journal
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Written by ALEX DANIELS of The Chronicle of Philanthropy Chronicle of ... which is the philanthropic vehicle of Google founder Eric Schmidt and his...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Written by ALEX DANIELS of The Chronicle of Philanthropy Chronicle of ... which is the philanthropic vehicle of Google founder Eric Schmidt and his...more
Andover nonprofits garner grant funds - Yahoo News
The Andover Greater Together Community Fund Advisory Committee awarded grants this month in its first cycle of giving, made possible by the Hartford...more
The Andover Greater Together Community Fund Advisory Committee awarded grants this month in its first cycle of giving, made possible by the Hartford...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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