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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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Twitter - @FordFoundation
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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Recent News from Ford Foundation
Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity Receives $240000 General Operating Support Grant From ...
Foundation: Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Support from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving will help Habitat ... The Hartford Foundation's General Operating Support grants allow...more
Foundation: Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Support from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving will help Habitat ... The Hartford Foundation's General Operating Support grants allow...more
Giving Away Billions as Fast as They Can
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Ford Foundation, Open Society Foundations
The only philanthropy with more resources is the Bill and Melinda Gates ... “George approaches this philanthropic effort without an eye toward...more
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Ford Foundation, Open Society Foundations
The only philanthropy with more resources is the Bill and Melinda Gates ... “George approaches this philanthropic effort without an eye toward...more
Giant: Soros's $18 Billion Foundation and the New Era of Mega-Givers
Foundation: Open Society Institute, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, Open Society Foundations
As of 2015, the two main Soros philanthropic entities—the Foundation for an ... It solidifies a remarkable shift in Soros philanthropy over the past...more
Foundation: Open Society Institute, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, Open Society Foundations
As of 2015, the two main Soros philanthropic entities—the Foundation for an ... It solidifies a remarkable shift in Soros philanthropy over the past...more
Wealthy donors working to limit 'inappropriate' religious freedom
Foundation: Arcus Foundation, Gill Foundation, Proteus Fund, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
The collaborative's funding partners, listed on the Proteus Fund's website, are the Alki Fund of the Rockefeller Foundation, the Arcus Foundation,...more
Foundation: Arcus Foundation, Gill Foundation, Proteus Fund, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
The collaborative's funding partners, listed on the Proteus Fund's website, are the Alki Fund of the Rockefeller Foundation, the Arcus Foundation,...more
Column: Philanthropy strengthens cities
Foundation: Knight Foundation, Ford Foundation, Kresge Foundation
Detroit is a prime example of how community leaders can team up with philanthropic organizations and individual donors to improve living...more
Foundation: Knight Foundation, Ford Foundation, Kresge Foundation
Detroit is a prime example of how community leaders can team up with philanthropic organizations and individual donors to improve living...more
George Soros gives $18 billion to his pro-democracy foundation
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Time Warner, Open Society Foundations, National Philanthropic Trust
Based on figures from the National Philanthropic Trust, the $18 billion capital injection will potentially make the Open Society Foundations larger...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Time Warner, Open Society Foundations, National Philanthropic Trust
Based on figures from the National Philanthropic Trust, the $18 billion capital injection will potentially make the Open Society Foundations larger...more
ICIR offering grants to investigative journalists
Foundation: Ford Foundation
The International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) has announced a partnership with Ford Foundation to offer grants to investigative...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
The International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) has announced a partnership with Ford Foundation to offer grants to investigative...more
Philanthropy, Development, and the Arts. International Conference
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Philanthropic foundations and more broadly non-governmental organizations (NGOS) step in when the state steps back. Since the early 20th...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation
Philanthropic foundations and more broadly non-governmental organizations (NGOS) step in when the state steps back. Since the early 20th...more
Grant to help Rexford foundation for children in foster care
Quest For Grace Foundation Director Michelle Ianniello looks over a few of the winter and fall clothing display racks at the new location on...more
Quest For Grace Foundation Director Michelle Ianniello looks over a few of the winter and fall clothing display racks at the new location on...more
Healthy eating and active living on menu
Foundation: Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi totally funded the Community Digital Scholars program. We've also helped 400 other...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi totally funded the Community Digital Scholars program. We've also helped 400 other...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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