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.

Carnegie Corporation of New York
Areas funded include education and international development. Includes complete guidelines for both grants and the Carnegie Corporation Scholars program.

W.K.Kellogg Foundation
Focuses on improving current and future communities' quality of life in the United States, Latin America, Caribbean, and southern Africa.

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.

Helen Bader Foundation
Milwaukee-based foundation supports programs related to health, economics, education, and Jewish life and learning.

The Henry Luce Foundation
Focuses on American art, Asia, environment, theology, higher education, and women in science. Includes guidelines and recent awards.

The MacArthur Foundation
With guide to its programs, how to apply, research, reports, recent announcements, and other materials.

John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Home Page
The Foundation only supports individuals. It does not make grants to institutions or organizations.

Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund
The fund is primarily interested in organizations and projects that have an impact on the City of San Francisco and local Bay Area communities. Other interests include domestic organizations providing support to Israel and national and international projects that address environmental and population issues.

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 foundations and one of the few with strong international interests.

Rockefeller Brothers Fund
Dedicated to improving the well-being of people in transition to global interdependence.

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.

New Israel Fund
Non-partisan philanthropic partnership of North Americans, Israelis, and Europeans. It supports a network of non-government organizations in Israel that safeguard civil and human rights, promote Jewish-Arab equality and coexistence, advance the status of women, foster tolerance and pluralism, bridge social and economic gaps, pursue environmental justice, and encourage government accountability.

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.

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Supports initiatives in education, world health and population, and community giving in the Pacific Northwest.

Common Counsel Foundation
Consortium of family foundations and individual donors committed to funding economic, environmental and social justice initiatives.

The Astraea National Lesbian Action Foundation
A source of financial support for organizations and projects that are lesbian-led and/or lesbian focused.

Broadcasters' Foundation
Provides anonymous financial assistance to fellow radio and television broadcasters who are in acute need.

The Rotary Foundation
A not-for-profit corporation that supports the efforts of Rotary International to achieve world understanding and peace through international humanitarian, educational, and cultural exchange programs.

Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund (U.S.)
Supports charitable activities that directly benefit people in need, giving priority to under-served issues and groups within the fund's priority areas.

The Kresge Foundation
Annual report, program information and FAQs for this independent, private foundation.

Tides Foundation
Donor-advised grants to nonprofits working toward social change in the US and abroad.

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.

Jewish Fund for Justice
A public foundation that supports grassroots organizations in which low-income people are rebuilding their communities and changing the conditions that perpetuate poverty.

Feinstein Foundation
Information about programs to fight hunger and to provide education and scholarships, founded by philanthropist and humanitarian Alan Shawn Feinstein.

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.

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.

The Lifebridge Foundation
A grant-making United Nations affiliated NGO promoting the interconnectedness of all life and the oneness of humanity.

Mustard Seed Foundation
A Christian grant-making organization partnering with churches all over the world.

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.

The Bradley Foundation
Private foundation which supports conservative causes and public policy organizations.

John Templeton Foundation
It is the foundation's purpose to stimulate a high standard of excellence in scholarly understanding which can serve to encourage further worldwide explorations of the moral and spiritual dimensions of the universe and of the human potential within its ultimate purpose.

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.

Milken Family Foundation
Funds initiatives in education and medical research.

Andrus Family Fund
Provides funding for social change under programs for foster care and for community reconciliation.

The Clarence Foundation
Venture philanthropy which seeks out and supports innovative and successful grassroots organizations. Information on giving opportunities, vision, programs, and leadership.

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.

The Samuel H. Kress Foundation
Offers grants and fellowships that promote the enjoyment and understanding of European Art and Architecture.

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.

Turner Foundation
Makes grants in the areas of the environment and population. Includes information about the foundation and its interests, plus grant application materials.

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.

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.

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.

Eisenhower Fellowships
Organizes and funds networking between potential leaders in the United States and those in other countries. Includes selection criteria.

PGA Foundations
Details the many foundations created by Paul Allen (co-founder of Microsoft).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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]

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.

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.

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.

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]

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 reports from grantees and financial information.

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.

The Arca Foundation
Focuses on government policy and politics. Includes grant guidelines and an overview of the review process.

The Baker-King Fund, Inc.
Baltimore-based, supports organizations helping under-served segments of society. Gives board members and offers suggestions for proposals.

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.

Arcus Foundation
Gives funding guidelines and describes current programs. Focus areas include tolerance, gay and lesbian issues, and great apes. [English/Spanish]

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.

Timmissartok Foundation
Providing grants for adventure in foreign lands. Includes list of recipients and summaries of their projects.

John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Private grantmaking foundation focused on human and community development, global security and sustainability, along with its general and fellowship programs. Information on announcements, speeches, grants, jobs, links and contacts.

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]

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Blaustein Philanthropic Group
Four independent foundations, which fund arts, human rights, and economic needs organizations. Describes recent grants and financial status for each.

Glaser Progress Foundation
Focuses on measuring progress, animal advocacy, and independent media. Includes application forms and list of past grantees.

XminusY Solidarity Fund
Small Netherlands-based foundation which funds social change around the world. Describes funding priorities and application process. [English/Dutch/French/Spanish]

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.

An Uncommon Legacy
Dedicated to the visibility, strength, and vitality of the lesbian community, awards scholarships to "out" students with leadership potential, and funds health, education and culture projects and organizations. Lists past recipients and provides application guidelines.