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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Bill Gates has promised to give away 99% of his personal fortune$45 billion, to be exactby the time he's 80.
In an interview with the New York Times, the Microsoft co-founder says he's "surprised...more
Bill Gates has promised to give away 99% of his personal fortune$45 billion, to be exactby the time he's 80.
In an interview with the New York Times, the Microsoft co-founder says he's "surprised...more
Bill Gates has promised to give away 99% of his personal fortune$45 billion, to be exactby the time he's 80.
In an interview with the New York Times, the Microsoft co-founder says he's "surprised...more
Bill Gates has promised to give away 99% of his personal fortune$45 billion, to be exactby the time he's 80.
In an interview with the New York Times, the Microsoft co-founder says he's "surprised...more
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In fact, the co-founder and...more
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