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The David and Lucile Packard Foundation (CA)
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation has been operating for more than 45 years now, working with partners worldwide to improve lives of families, children, and communities, as well as restoring and protecting the planet.
They follow the core values of integrity, respect, leadership, commitment, and critical thinking.
The values of the foundation reflect the personal vale of Lucile and David Packard. Today, their children and grandchildren are now guiding the foundation.
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www.packard.org
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Twitter - @PackardFdn
They follow the core values of integrity, respect, leadership, commitment, and critical thinking.
The values of the foundation reflect the personal vale of Lucile and David Packard. Today, their children and grandchildren are now guiding the foundation.
Web Address
www.packard.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @PackardFdn
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Recent News from Packard Foundation
Toplines November 8, 2025
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Packard Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
A decade ago, I wrote an article entitled "Philanthrosaurus Rex: Why the Age of Big Foundations is Almost Over" Sergey Brin's foundation, for example, made $376 million in grants in 2023 while...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Packard Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
A decade ago, I wrote an article entitled "Philanthrosaurus Rex: Why the Age of Big Foundations is Almost Over" Sergey Brin's foundation, for example, made $376 million in grants in 2023 while...more
5 Things to Know About Brian Eule, the Heising-Simons Foundation's Incoming President
Foundation: Packard Foundation, Simons Foundation
A decade ago, I wrote an article entitled "Philanthrosaurus Rex: Why the Age of Big Foundations is Almost Over" Sergey Brin's foundation, for example, made $376 million in grants in 2023 while...more
Foundation: Packard Foundation, Simons Foundation
A decade ago, I wrote an article entitled "Philanthrosaurus Rex: Why the Age of Big Foundations is Almost Over" Sergey Brin's foundation, for example, made $376 million in grants in 2023 while...more
Philanthropy's 40 Most Powerful Families
Foundation: Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Rockefeller Family Fund, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Packard Foundation, Durfee Foundation, Ruth Mott Foundation, Walton Family Foundation
The stories behind family philanthropy in America could rival any epic novel or prime-time drama.They have a large family presence in the sector, meaning more than a few family members and/or...more
Foundation: Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Rockefeller Family Fund, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Packard Foundation, Durfee Foundation, Ruth Mott Foundation, Walton Family Foundation
The stories behind family philanthropy in America could rival any epic novel or prime-time drama.They have a large family presence in the sector, meaning more than a few family members and/or...more
Ucla Alumni Association Board Welcomes New Officers and Members for 2024€“25
Foundation: Packard Foundation
The University of California, Los Angeles, has named a new president. Paco Retana will take over for Ann Wang, who will serve as alumni regent-designate on the University of California Board of...more
Foundation: Packard Foundation
The University of California, Los Angeles, has named a new president. Paco Retana will take over for Ann Wang, who will serve as alumni regent-designate on the University of California Board of...more
Director of Development, Mothers &Amp; Babies Campaign (Hybrid
Foundation: Packard Foundation
A leading California children's hospital is looking for a director of development to help it raise $600 million over the next decade, the San Jose Mercury News reports. The director of...more
Foundation: Packard Foundation
A leading California children's hospital is looking for a director of development to help it raise $600 million over the next decade, the San Jose Mercury News reports. The director of...more
Community Foundation Welcomes New Staff
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, Packard Foundation
The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole in Wyoming has been named one of the nation's top 100 not-for-profit organizations by the Chronicle of Higher Education. The Jackson Hole News & Guide...more
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, Packard Foundation
The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole in Wyoming has been named one of the nation's top 100 not-for-profit organizations by the Chronicle of Higher Education. The Jackson Hole News & Guide...more
Marking the End of the Cyber Initiative
Foundation: Packard Foundation, Hewlett Foundation
In 2014, the Hewlett-Packard Foundation launched the Cyber Initiative, a five-year, $160 million effort to create a more "robust and capable" field of cyber policy. Its 10-year run ended in 2023,...more
Foundation: Packard Foundation, Hewlett Foundation
In 2014, the Hewlett-Packard Foundation launched the Cyber Initiative, a five-year, $160 million effort to create a more "robust and capable" field of cyber policy. Its 10-year run ended in 2023,...more
The Tenuous Place of Big Philanthropy in America'S Social Contract
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Moore Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, Packard Foundation, Ford Foundation, Johnson Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, Walton Family Foundation, Lilly Endowment, Helmsley Charitable Trust
Sohrab Ahmari's new book, Tyranny, Inc.: How Private Power Crushed American Liberty and What to Do About It, isn't exactly a ringing endorsement of free enterprise. In fact, the co-founder and...more
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Moore Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, Packard Foundation, Ford Foundation, Johnson Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, Walton Family Foundation, Lilly Endowment, Helmsley Charitable Trust
Sohrab Ahmari's new book, Tyranny, Inc.: How Private Power Crushed American Liberty and What to Do About It, isn't exactly a ringing endorsement of free enterprise. In fact, the co-founder and...more
Illustrative Grants from Packard Foundation
Abundantia Consulting-$73,600
Acterra Action for a Sustainable Earth-$50,000
Action Against Crime and Violence Education Fund Fight Crime: Invest in Kids-$400,000
Action Against Crime and Violence Education Fund Fight Crime: Invest in Kids-$50,000
Action Against Crime and Violence Education Fund Fight Crime: Invest in Kids-$35,000
Action Canada for Population and Development-$325,000
Action Health Incorporated-$577,718
Advancement Project-$250,000
African Population and Health Research Centre-$200,000
African Population and Health Research Centre-$155,000
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