Philanthropy

Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston- Texas. Aims to promote health, hope, and dignity for Houston's homeless through accessible and comprehensive care. Includes description of p… Health Care Center for the Homeless Health Care Center for the Homeless- Orlando, Florida. Includes mission, history, staff, description of programs and services, success stories, and volunteer spotlight. National Healthcare for the Homeless Council National Healthcare for the Homeless Council- Membership organization of health care providers working with homeless people across the United States. Includes publications, clinic… Health Care for the Homeless, Inc Health Care for the Homeless, Inc- Baltimore, Maryland. Provides health-related services, education and advocacy to reduce the incidence and burdens of homelessness. Includes orga… Boston Health Care for the Homeless Boston Health Care for the Homeless- Massachusetts. Provides health care for local homeless people. Includes information about services, programs, research, staff, volunteering, a… Homeless Health Care Los Angeles Homeless Health Care Los Angeles- California. Mission is to improve the health of people through health services, education and advocacy. Includes services, advocacy, training, ev… Free Press Unlimited Free Press Unlimited- A Dutch foundation which supports independent media in countries in development. Lists sponsors, gives annual report, and describes projects and emergency as… The Rockefeller Foundation The Rockefeller Foundation- Endowed by John D. Rockefeller and chartered in 1913 for the well-being of people throughout the world. It is one of America's oldest private foundatio… Right Livelihood Award Right Livelihood Award- Presents annual awards for people, who develop solutions for today's pressing concerns. Included are list of past honorees and publications. Sometimes call… The Wallace Foundation The Wallace Foundation- Objectives are to strengthen education leadership, improve after-school learning opportunities, and expand participation in arts and culture. Gives informa… Feinstein Foundation Feinstein Foundation- Information about programs to fight hunger and to provide education and scholarships, founded by philanthropist and humanitarian Alan Shawn Feinstein. Public Welfare Foundation Public Welfare Foundation- pursues a strategy of "service, advocacy, and empowerment" for meeting basic human needs and promoting democratic participation for people around the gl… Chisholm Foundation Chisholm Foundation- Supports charitable causes in education, the arts, and religion, especially seed or demonstration projects. Provides application instructions and contact info… Van Leer Group Foundation Van Leer Group Foundation- Discusses foundation group history and goals, including strategies for charitable giving (children and Jerusalem cultural and civic programs) and for in… The Moriah Fund The Moriah Fund- Describes funding interests, including Israel, Guatemala, women's health, and sustainable international trade, with instructions for applying and reporting as wel… Butler Family Fund Butler Family Fund- Concerned with homelessness and criminal justice reform, focusing on California, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Wisconsin, Washington, D.C., and London. List… Global Greengrants Fund Global Greengrants Fund- Focusing on grassroots organizations in the developing world. Describes donation opportunities for individuals and organizations, with lists of grantees a… Flora Family Foundation Flora Family Foundation- Lists recently awarded grants, with information about the family and the foundation's board and staff. The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc- Funds nonprofits working with low-income people, and operates a fellowship program for executive directors. Gives brief history, w… The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation- Describes current funding interests in education, environment, and performing arts, with information on past grantees and foundation oper… The Skoll Foundation The Skoll Foundation- Benefits communities around the world by investing in, connecting and celebrating social entrepreneurs. Describes awards programs and recipients. The King Baudouin Foundation United States The King Baudouin Foundation United States- Facilitates transatlantic philanthropy by enabling American individuals and corporations to support people and causes throughout Europe… Glaser Progress Foundation Glaser Progress Foundation- Focuses on measuring progress, animal advocacy, and independent media. Includes application forms and list of past grantees. Hoffberger Foundation Hoffberger Foundation- Supports the Jewish community in Baltimore, Maryland, and Israel, as well as human needs in the Baltimore area. Provides grant guidelines and highlights fro… The Russell Family Foundation The Russell Family Foundation- Makes global grants focused on peace and security, as well as supporting western Washington environmental causes. Describes funding programs, with i… Lilly Endowment Lilly Endowment- Indianapolis-based, private philanthropic foundation that supports the causes of religion, education, and community development with an emphasis on projects that … CS Fund, Warsh/Mott Legacy, and CSE Fund CS Fund, Warsh/Mott Legacy, and CSE Fund- Currently funding in biotechnology, industrial globalization, and food sovereignty. Provides application procedure, with list of staff, d… Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Doris Duke Charitable Foundation- Mission is to improve the quality of people's lives by preserving natural environments, seeking cures for diseases, and nurturing the arts. The Arca Foundation The Arca Foundation- Focuses on government policy and politics. Includes grant guidelines and an overview of the review process. The Hitachi Foundation The Hitachi Foundation- Multi-year grants in specific initiative areas, as well as employee matching funds and awards for students participating in community service. Includes rep… Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation- Funding emphasis on underprivileged youth and overpopulation, geographic emphasis on New York City and the Near East. Gives grant guidelines, recipi… Waitt Family Foundation Waitt Family Foundation- Partners with community resident-led efforts that seek to understand their pasts, identify current assets and challenges, and take action. Foundation hist… The Nippon Foundation The Nippon Foundation- Work areas are international cooperative assistance, maritime development, and Japanese social welfare and volunteer support. Articles on current projects, … Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation- Funds animal welfare, education, and environment, as well as New Jersey arts and Morris County issues, as well as operating programs in these areas.… Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation- Funds as well as operates programs in the areas of learning differences and human services. Gives funding guidelines and descriptions of curre… The Asia Foundation The Asia Foundation- Seeks to advance the mutual interests of the United States and the Asia-Pacific region, making grants in the areas of governance, law, and civil society; wome… PGA Foundations PGA Foundations- Details the many foundations created by Paul Allen (co-founder of Microsoft). Eisenhower Fellowships Eisenhower Fellowships- Organizes and funds networking between potential leaders in the United States and those in other countries. Includes selection criteria. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation- Private foundation dedicated to improving health and healthcare for Americans. Details on grant applications, information on grantees, and repo… Markle Foundation Markle Foundation- A private, not-for-profit philanthropy promoting the development of communications industries that address public needs. Programs in three different areas: Poli… Turner Foundation Turner Foundation- Makes grants in the areas of the environment and population. Includes information about the foundation and its interests, plus grant application materials. Cottonwood Foundation Cottonwood Foundation- Provides grants to grassroots organizations worldwide that combine protecting the environment, promoting cultural diversity, empowering people to meet their… The Samuel H. Kress Foundation The Samuel H. Kress Foundation- Offers grants and fellowships that promote the enjoyment and understanding of European Art and Architecture. Lindbergh Foundation Lindbergh Foundation- Furthering Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh's shared vision of a balance between technological advancement and environmental preservation. Describes mission… The Clarence Foundation The Clarence Foundation- Venture philanthropy which seeks out and supports innovative and successful grassroots organizations. Information on giving opportunities, vision, program… Andrus Family Fund Andrus Family Fund- Provides funding for social change under programs for foster care and for community reconciliation. Milken Family Foundation Milken Family Foundation- Funds initiatives in education and medical research. Oak Foundation Oak Foundation- An international philanthropy funding projects in conservation, human rights, abuse, housing, learning disabilities, and other social justice issues. Annual report… Mustard Seed Foundation Mustard Seed Foundation- A Christian grant-making organization partnering with churches all over the world. The Lifebridge Foundation The Lifebridge Foundation- A grant-making United Nations affiliated NGO promoting the interconnectedness of all life and the oneness of humanity.