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Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Makes grants to institutions in higher education, in cultural affairs and the performing arts, in population, in conservation and the environment, and in public affairs.
http://www.mellon.org/
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Andrus Family Fund
Provides funding for social change under programs for foster care and for community reconciliation.
http://affund.org/
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Arcus Foundation
Gives funding guidelines and describes current programs. Focus areas include tolerance, gay and lesbian issues, and great apes. [English/Spanish]
http://www.arcusfoundation.org/
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Benton Foundation
Works with other groups such as National Urban League, AOL, National Endowment for the Arts to help provide solutions for bridging the digital divide. Links to various foundations including Ford, Kellogg. Offers free on-line versions of reports dealing with technology and access.
http://www.benton.org/
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Brett Family Foundation
A grant making nonprofit organization that supports progressive charities and public policy initiations which help disadvantaged youth, improve public education, and create caring communities, particularly in Boulder, Denver, and the state of Colorado.
http://www.brettfoundation.org/
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Butler Family Fund
Concerned with homelessness and criminal justice reform, focusing on California, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Wisconsin, Washington, D.C., and London. Lists grantees, provides staff and board contact information, and describes foundation history.
http://www.butlerfamilyfund.org/
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Carnegie Corporation of New York
Areas funded include education and international development. Includes complete guidelines for both grants and the Carnegie Corporation Scholars program.
http://www.carnegie.org/
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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 current initiatives.
http://www.schwabfoundation.org/
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Charles Stewart Mott Foundation
Offers grants related to civil and human rights, environment, poverty. Includes issue/theme-based publications, searchable database of recent Mott-funded initiatives, links to a host of grantee websites and grant application procedures.
http://www.mott.org/
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Chisholm Foundation
Supports charitable causes in education, the arts, and religion, especially seed or demonstration projects. Provides application instructions and contact information.
http://chisholmfoundation.org/
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Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation
Funding emphasis on underprivileged youth and overpopulation, geographic emphasis on New York City and the Near East. Gives grant guidelines, recipients, financial statements, foundation history, and board of directors.
http://www.chdodgefoundation.org
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Common Counsel Foundation
Consortium of family foundations and individual donors committed to funding economic, environmental and social justice initiatives.
http://www.commoncounsel.org/
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Cottonwood Foundation
Provides grants to grassroots organizations worldwide that combine protecting the environment, promoting cultural diversity, empowering people to meet their basic needs, and relying on volunteer efforts.
http://www.cottonwoodfdn.org
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CS Fund, Warsh/Mott Legacy, and CSE Fund
Currently funding in biotechnology, industrial globalization, and food sovreignty. Provides application procedure, with list of staff, directors, and current grantees.
http://www.csfund.org/
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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.
http://www.ddcf.org/
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Eisenhower Fellowships
Organizes and funds networking between potential leaders in the United States and those in other countries. Includes selection criteria.
http://eisenhowerfellowships.org/
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Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Focuses on entrepreneurship and on education, with Kansas City serving as an incubator for academic programs. Describes funding guidelines, past initiatives, and publications.
http://www.kauffman.org/
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Feinstein Foundation
Information about programs to fight hunger and to provide education and scholarships, founded by philanthropist and humanitarian Alan Shawn Feinstein.
http://www.feinsteinfoundation.org/
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Flora Family Foundation
Lists recently awarded grants, with information about the family and the foundation's board and staff.
http://www.florafamily.org/
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Ford Foundation
The foundation's goals are to strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote international cooperation and advance human achievement . The foundation works mainly by making grants or loans that build knowledge and strengthen organizations and networks.
http://www.fordfound.org/
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Free Voice
A Dutch foundation which supports independent media in countries in development. Lists sponsors, gives annual report, and describes projects and emergency assistance by country. [English/Spanish/Dutch]
http://www.freevoice.nl/
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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. Describes current and former programs.
http://www.grdodge.org
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Glaser Progress Foundation
Focuses on measuring progress, animal advocacy, and independent media. Includes application forms and list of past grantees.
http://www.glaserprogress.org/
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Global Greengrants Fund
Focusing on grassroots organizations in the developing world. Describes donation opportunities for individuals and organizations, with lists of grantees and of advisors.
http://www.greengrants.org/
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Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
Dedicated to improving the quality of life by funding projects in higher education, scientific research, the environment and the San Francisco Bay Area.
http://www.moore.org/
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Hedge Funds Care (HFC)
US-based organization whose local chapters raise and disburse funds for child abuse programs. Describes methodology, lists current recipients, and offers donation opportunities.
http://www.hedgefundscare.org/
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Heinz Families Philanthropies
Focuses on human health and aging, the environment, and women's economic opportunities. Provides family and foundations history, with details on issue areas and programs.
http://www.hfp.heinz.org/
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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 from past funding cycles.
http://www.hoffbergerfoundation.org
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Jack D. Hidary Foundation
Supports programs in economic development, international sffairs, philanthropy benchmarks, healthcare, education, and the arts. Gives grant application guidelines and describes current initiatives.
http://www.hidaryfoundation.org
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John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Home Page
The Foundation only supports individuals. It does not make grants to institutions or organizations.
http://www.gf.org/
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John Templeton Foundation
Funds projects, publications and prizes emphasizing the importance of moral and spiritual approaches in science, health, and education. Describes staff, funding priorities, and publications.
http://www.templeton.org/
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Kimsey Foundation
Works in education, community development, and international partnerships and basic needs. Provides biographies of staff anf founder, with overview of program interests.
http://www.kimseyfoundation.org/
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Lilly Endowment
Indianapolis-based, private philanthropic foundation that supports the causes of religion, education, and community development with an emphasis on projects that benefit young people and promote leadership
http://www.lillyendowment.org
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Lindbergh Foundation
Furthering Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh's shared vision of a balance between technological advancement and environmental preservation. Describes mission and programs, foundation history, how to apply for grants, and related topics.
http://www.lindberghfoundation.org/
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Markle Foundation
A private, not-for-profit philanthropy promoting the development of communications industries that address public needs. Programs in three different areas: Policy for a Networked Society, Interactive Media for Children, and Information Technologies for Better Health.
http://www.markle.org/
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Marra Foundation
Addressing issues of water use, work and economic opportunity women's welfare, and spiritual well-being. Lists recipients and community influences.
http://www.marrafoundation.org/
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Milken Family Foundation
Funds initiatives in education and medical research.
http://www.mff.org/
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Oak Foundation
An international philanthropy funding projects in conservation, human rights, abuse, housing, learning disabilities, and other social justice issues. Annual report, guidelines for grant applications, and contact info.
http://www.oakfnd.org/
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PGA Foundations
Details the many foundations created by Paul Allen (co-founder of Microsoft).
http://www.pgafoundations.com/
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Public Welfare Foundation
pursues a strategy of "service, advocacy, and empowerment" for meeting basic human needs and promoting democratic participation for people around the globe.
http://www.publicwelfare.org/
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Rockefeller Brothers Fund
Dedicated to improving the well-being of people in transition to global interdependence.
http://www.rbf.org/
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Rockefeller Family Fund (RFF)
A family philanthropy located in New York City. RFF supports a wide range of environmental, political participation and reform, women's rights, and other domestic activist-oriented nonprofit groups. It also provides funding to help nonprofits operate more effectively and to enable them to gain greater financial self-sufficiency.
http://www.rffund.org/
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Sparkplug Foundation
supports start-up projects and innovations in music, education and community organizing.
http://www.sparkplugfoundation.org/
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Steven and Michele Kirsch Foundation
Describes grantmaking as well as advocacy activities relating to disease, clean air, nuclear containment, and the Silicon Valley, with application information.
http://www.kirschfoundation.org/
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The Arca Foundation
Focuses on government policy and politics. Includes grant guidelines and an overview of the review process.
http://www.arcafoundation.org/
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The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation
Supporting programs and organizations that create opportunity, enhance self-esteem and increase awareness about cultural and community issues among young men and women.
http://www.BlankFoundation.org
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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; women's political participation; economic reform and development; and international relations. Guidelines and project lists available.
http://www.asiafoundation.org/
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The Astraea National Lesbian Action Foundation
A source of financial support for organizations and projects that are lesbian-led and/or lesbian focused.
http://www.astraea.org/
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The Baker-King Fund, Inc.
Baltimore-based, supports organizations helping under-served segments of society. Gives board members and offers suggestions for proposals.
http://home.earthlink.net/~bakerking/
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The Blaustein Philanthropic Group
Four independent foundations, which fund arts, human rights, and economic needs organizations. Describes recent grants and financial status for each.
http://www.blaufund.org/
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The Bradley Foundation
Private foundation which supports conservative causes and public policy organizations.
http://www.bradleyfdn.org/
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The Clarence Foundation
Venture philanthropy which seeks out and supports innovative and successful grassroots organizations. Information on giving opportunities, vision, programs, and leadership.
http://www.theclarencefoundation.org/
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The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
Provides grants to nonprofit organizations in the following broad program areas: conservation; population; science; children, families, and communities; arts; and organizational effectiveness and philanthropy. The foundation provides national and international grants, and also has a special focus on the Northern California counties of San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Monterey.
http://www.packard.org/
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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, with details of fellows' work.
http://www.hjweinbergfoundation.org
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The Henry Luce Foundation
Focuses on American art, Asia, environment, theology, higher education, and women in science. Includes guidelines and recent awards.
http://www.hluce.org/
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The Isabel Allende Foundation
Established in homage to Paula Frias, Isabel's daughter through grants and scholarships in literacy, shelter, healthcare, education, and peace. Contact information, description of programs. [English/Spanish]
http://www.isabelallendefoundation.org/
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The Kahanoff Foundation
Private Canadian foundation funding traditional and innovative charitable programs in Canada and Israel in the areas of health, education, culture, social services, philanthropy and community development, and research.
http://www.kahanoff.com/
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The King Baudouin Foundation United States
Facilitates transatlantic philanthropy by enabling American individuals and corporations to support people and causes throughout Europe. Describes board of directors, parent Belgian foundation, and operating practices.
http://www.kbfus.org/
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The Kresge Foundation
Annual report, program information and FAQs for this independent, private foundation.
http://www.kresge.org/
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The Lifebridge Foundation
A grant-making United Nations affiliated NGO promoting the interconnectedness of all life and the oneness of humanity.
http://www.lifebridge.org/
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The Mission Foundation
Foundation develops and supports specialized projects in Native American giving, as well as diversity awareness initiatives and cultural opportunities for Hopi youth. Gives overview of work and tells how to donate.
http://www.sacredmesa.com/MissionFoundation/MissionFoundation.htm
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The Moriah Fund
Describes funding interests, including Israel, Guatemala, women's health, and sustainable international trade, with instructions for applying and reporting as well as a list of grantees. [English/Hebrew/Spanish]
http://www.moriahfund.org/
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The Nippon Foundation
Work areas are international cooperative assistance, maritime development, and Japanese social welfare and volunteer support. Articles on current projects, how to apply, and information on foundation history and staff. [English/Japanese]
http://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/
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The Pew Charitable Trusts
Works in the areas of developing policy solutions, informing the public, and supporting civic life. Provides detailed funding guidelines, as well as results of research, selected news items, and career opportunities.
http://www.pewtrusts.org/
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The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Private foundation dedicated to improving health and healthcare for Americans. Details on grant applications, information on grantees, and reports on the results of funded programs as well as Foundation press releases, publications and reports.
http://www.rwjf.org/
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The Russell Family Foundation
Makes global grants focused on peace and security, as well as supporting western Washington environmental causes. Describes funding programs, with information on their "green" headquarters building, and links to nonprofit resources.
http://www.trff.org
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The Samuel H. Kress Foundation
Offers grants and fellowships that promote the enjoyment and understanding of European Art and Architecture.
http://www.kressfoundation.org
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The Skoll Foundation
Benefits communities around the world by investing in, connecting and celebrating social entrepreneurs. Describes awards programs and recipients.
http://www.skollfoundation.org
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The Wallace Foundation
Objectives are to strengthen education leadership, improve after-school learning opportunities, and expand participation in arts and culture. Gives information on strategies, finances, results, and employment.
http://www.wallacefoundation.org/
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The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
Describes current funding interests in education, environment, and performing arts, with information on past grantees and foundation operations.
http://www.hewlett.org/
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Tides Foundation
Donor-advised grants to nonprofits working toward social change in the US and abroad.
http://www.tides.org/
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Timmissartok Foundation
Providing grants for adventure in foreign lands. Includes list of recipients and summaries of their projects.
http://www.timmissartok.com
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Turner Foundation
Makes grants in the areas of the environment and population. Includes information about the foundation and its interests, plus grant application materials.
http://www.turnerfoundation.org/
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Van Leer Group Foundation
Discusses foundation group history and goals, including strategies for charitable giving (children and Jerusalem cultural and civic programs) and for investments.
http://www.vanleergroupfoundation.nl/
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Waitt Family Foundation
Partners with community resident-led efforts that seek to understand their pasts, identify current assets and challenges, and take action. Site includes foundation history, grant application and guidelines, and program news.
http://www.waittfoundation.org/
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Will to Succeed Foundation
Supports a variety of programs with a primary focus on abused women and children's centers, children's agencies, literacy, and scholarships.
http://www.willtosucceed.org/
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