A Private Foundation located in SEATTLE, WA



Latest data derived from the private foundation e-Filings updated by the IRS

IRS Form 990 PF

B

2022 Tax Year

About this Private Foundation: 361820

This private foundation is located in Seattle and provides grants focused on K-12 education, postsecondary education, empowering women and girls, community engagement, agricultural development, and global health solutions. It addresses critical health and development priorities through global programs, working with grantees to benefit the world’s poorest populations. In the U.S., it aims to enhance educational opportunities for underrepresented students, particularly in Washington State. The foundation also supports local community organizations and maintains an interactive discovery center. Its mission is to create lasting change and improve lives in its focus areas through targeted philanthropic efforts.

Foundation Profile

In the realm of philanthropy, one prominent foundation has emerged as a beacon of hope and innovation, dedicated to addressing some of the most pressing challenges faced by communities worldwide. With total assets reaching approximately $68.9 billion in 2023, this foundation exemplifies a commitment to impactful charitable giving, distributing over $7.2 billion in grants to various sectors. The foundation's mission centers on enhancing global health, improving educational opportunities, and empowering underserved populations, particularly women and girls. Its grantmaking priorities are strategically aligned with these goals, focusing on K-12 and postsecondary education, agricultural development, and health initiatives targeting infectious diseases such as pneumonia and HIV. By investing in research and development, the foundation seeks to create sustainable solutions that uplift the world's poorest communities, ensuring access to essential services and opportunities. Geographically, the foundation's reach is expansive, with a significant emphasis on initiatives within the United States, particularly in Washington State, where it aims to dismantle barriers to educational attainment for Black, Latino, and low-income students. This commitment to educational equity is complemented by a broader global perspective, engaging with grantees and partner organizations to tackle critical health and development priorities. Eligibility for funding is designed to support a diverse array of organizations, including nonprofits focused on philanthropy, community engagement, and innovative solutions to societal challenges. The foundation encourages collaboration and creativity, inviting applicants to propose transformative ideas that align with its vision of a healthier, more equitable world. As you explore funding opportunities, consider how your initiatives can resonate with this foundation's mission. Whether you're addressing educational disparities or developing groundbreaking health interventions, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact. Visit The Grant Portal to discover how you can connect with potential funding partners and bring your vision to life.
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BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION

SEATTLE, WA

Summary

Assets

$68.9b

Distributions

$7.2b

Contributions

$6.8b

Grant Median

$1.4m

Count

3.9k

Grant Max

$340m
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Latest Tax e-Filing

2022

Published by IRS

2023

People

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# Name Title Hours / Wk Comp ($)
1 WILLIAM H GATES III TRUSTEE 25.00 0

Charitable Activities

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$403868216

GLOBAL PROGRAMS - THE FOUNDATION WORKS WITH GRANTEES AND PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS TO ADDRESS CRITICAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES - FROM INFECTIOUS DISEASE TO AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCIAL SERVICES - TO BENEFIT THE WORLD'S POOREST PEOPLE. THE FOUNDATION INVESTS IN ADVANCES IN RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AS WELL AS INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO DELIVERING INTERVENTIONS TO SOLVE SOME OF THE CHALLENGES THAT PREVENT PEOPLE IN THE POOREST COUNTRIES FROM THRIVING.

$92144800

US PROGRAMS - IN THE UNITED STATES, THE PRIMARY FOCUS IS ON ENSURING THAT ALL STUDENTS - ESPECIALLY BLACK, LATINO, AND LOW-INCOME STUDENTS - HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO EARN A DEGREE OR CREDENTIAL THAT PREPARES THEM FOR A SUCCESSFUL CAREER AND LIFE. THE PROGRAM SEEKS TO INCREASE ACCESS TO BETTER INFORMATION AND TOOLS NEEDED TO TACKLE BARRIERS TO OPPORTUNITY AND TO DEVELOP ECONOMIC MOBILITY STRATEGIES AT THE COMMUNITY, STATE AND NATIONAL LEVELS, PARTICULARLY IN WASHINGTON STATE, WHERE THE GATES FAMILY HAS LIVED FOR GENERATIONS AND WHERE THE FOUNDATION IS BASED.

$41939087

OTHER CHARITABLE PROGRAMS - THE FOUNDATION'S OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE AN ARRAY OF INITIATIVES SUCH AS ITS SUPPORT OF LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS AND ITS MAINTENANCE OF AN INTERACTIVE DISCOVERY CENTER THAT CONNECTS VISITORS TO THE WORK OF THE FOUNDATION.

Grants

Filters

Amount

Min
-
Max

State

WA

City

SEATTLE

Purpose

DEVELOPMENT OF SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE GLOBAL HEALTH
1
FAMILY PLANNING
2
GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ANALYSIS
4
RESEARCH AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
1
AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
3
MALARIA
1
AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT; EMERGENCY RESPONSE
1
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
1
NUTRITION
1
DELIVERY OF SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE GLOBAL HEALTH; GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ANALYSIS
1
MNCH DISCOVERY AND TOOLS
1
U.S. ECONOMIC MOBILITY & OPPORTUNITY
1
K-12 EDUCATION
2

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

12107 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 150,000 MEDIANA LLC DEVELOPMENT OF SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE GLOBAL HEALTH , 2020
$ 3,500,000 MEDINCELL SA FAMILY PLANNING , 2020
$ 1,098,930 MEDPHARM HOLDINGS AFRICA GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ANALYSIS , 2020
$ 1,500,000 MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE RESEARCH AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES NASHVILLE, TN 2020
$ 1,989,519 MENNONITE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATES AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT , 2020
$ 1,297,455 MENNONITE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATES AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT , 2020
$ 525,000 MENZIES SCHOOL OF HEALTH RESEARCH MALARIA , 2020
$ 3,900,000 MERCK SHARP & DOHME BV FAMILY PLANNING , 2020
$ 200,000 MERCY CORPS AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT; EMERGENCY RESPONSE PORTLAND, OR 2020
$ 2,431,702 MERCY CORPS AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PORTLAND, OR 2020
$ 230,000 MERCY CORPS EMERGENCY RESPONSE PORTLAND, OR 2020
$ 500,000 MERIDIAN INSTITUTE NUTRITION DILLON, CO 2020
$ 2,731,769 MERQ CONSULTANCY PLC GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ANALYSIS , 2020
$ 792,637 MERQ CONSULTANCY PLC DELIVERY OF SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE GLOBAL HEALTH; GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ANALYSIS , 2020
$ 210,440 MERQ CONSULTANCY PLC GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ANALYSIS , 2020
$ 557,615 MERQ CONSULTANCY PLC GLOBAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC AWARENESS AND ANALYSIS , 2020
$ 321,081 MERQ CONSULTANCY PLC MNCH DISCOVERY AND TOOLS , 2020
$ 100,000 METROPOLITAN PLANNING COUNCIL U.S. ECONOMIC MOBILITY & OPPORTUNITY CHICAGO, IL 2020
$ 189,607 MICHAEL & SUSAN DELL FOUNDATION K-12 EDUCATION AUSTIN, TX 2020
$ 605,435 MICHAEL & SUSAN DELL FOUNDATION K-12 EDUCATION AUSTIN, TX 2020
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Application Guidelines

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Instructions

SEE WWW.GATESFOUNDATION.ORG/ABOUT/HOW-WE-WORK/GRANT-OPPORTUNITIES

Deadlines

NONE

Restrictions

THE FOUNDATION DOES NOT MAKE GRANTS OUTSIDE ITS FUNDING PRIORITIES. SEE WWW.GATESFOUNDATION.ORG/OUR-WORK.

Contact

BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION
PO BOX 23350
SEATTLE,WA,98102
2067093100

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Grants by Interest

Aging/Seniors
Agriculture & Farming
Arts, Culture, History, Music & Humanities
Awards
Black, Indigenous, People of Color
Business & Commerce
Capital Funding
Children & Childcare
Climate Change
College Scholarship
Community Development & Services
Community/Economic Development
Conflict Resolution
Coronavirus COVID-19
Disabilities
Disaster Prevention & Relief
Domestic Violence
Education
Elementary Education
Employment, Labor & Training Workforce
Energy
Environment
Faith Based
Financial Assistance
Food & Nutrition
Health & Medical
Higher Education
HIV/AIDS
Homeland & National Security
Homeless
Housing
Income Security & Social Services
Individual
International
Law, Justice, Juvenile Justice & Legal Services
LGBTQ
Literacy & Libraries
Mental Health
Municipalities
Natural Resources
Non-Profit Support Services
Opportunity Zone Benefits
Other
Pets/Animals/Wildlife
Preschool
Preservation
Quality of Life
Refugee/Immigrant
Regional Development
Research & Evaluation
Science, Technology Research & Development
Secondary Education
Small Business
Social Justice
Special Education
Sports & Recreation
Students
Substance Abuse
Teachers
Technology
Transportation
Travel & Tourism
Veterans
Women
Youth/Out-of-School Youth

Grants By Location

Grants Eligibility

Associations
County Parks and Recreation
Federal Government
Fish and Wildlife
For profit corporations other than small businesses
Independent Schools
Individuals
Local Government
Municipalities
Native American Tribal Organizations (Federally recognized)
Native American Tribal Organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Non-Profit Organizations with 501(c)(3) designation
Non-Profit Organizations with Fiscal Sponsor
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Small Businesses
Specialized District Governments
State Governments
Unrestricted
Private Foundation Grants of $1.4m Available in SEATTLE, WA