A Private Foundation located in MENLO PARK, CA



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

IRS Form 990 PF

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2022 Tax Year

About this Private Foundation: 387457


This private foundation is located in Menlo Park and provides grants for various purposes, including support for media arts, general operating support, global governance initiatives, leadership succession planning, and education initiatives. The foundation also focuses on climate finance regulatory development, website redesign projects, and enhancing research capacity. Its interests lie in philanthropy, voluntarism, and grantmaking foundations. Through its funding activities, the foundation aims to promote social equity, environmental sustainability, and community development, ultimately supporting initiatives that foster positive change in society.

Foundation Profile


In the ever-evolving landscape of philanthropy, one prominent private foundation stands out for its commitment to fostering innovative solutions across diverse sectors. With total assets exceeding $12.7 billion in the 2023 tax year, this foundation has made significant strides in charitable giving, distributing over $613 million in grants to support transformative initiatives. The foundation's mission is rooted in addressing complex global challenges, with a particular focus on promoting sustainable development, advancing education, and enhancing social equity. The foundation prioritizes funding for projects that align with its vision of a more equitable society. Key areas of interest include the arts, climate finance, and gender equality, with grants aimed at empowering communities and driving systemic change. Notable initiatives in 2023 included support for media arts commissions, climate finance regulatory programs, and efforts to reshape international macroeconomic policies to benefit women's rights. This diverse grantmaking approach not only fosters creativity but also addresses pressing societal issues through research, experimentation, and strategic planning. Geographically, the foundation's reach extends to various regions, with a particular emphasis on initiatives that foster collaboration and innovation at both local and global levels. Eligibility for funding is typically open to nonprofit organizations and initiatives that demonstrate a commitment to impactful change and align with the foundation's core values. By nurturing a collaborative spirit and investing in projects that spark meaningful dialogue and action, this foundation exemplifies the power of philanthropy to effect positive change. Grant seekers are encouraged to explore the myriad of funding opportunities available, as the foundation continues to champion initiatives that inspire hope and drive progress. Whether you are an organization working in the arts, climate action, or social justice, the foundation invites you to engage with its mission and apply for funding through The Grant Portal. Your vision could be the next step toward creating a brighter future.
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THE WILLIAM & FLORA HEWLETT FOUNDATION

MENLO PARK, CA

Summary

Assets

$12.7b

Distributions

$613.2m

Contributions

$0

Grant Median

$304.7k

Count

1.8k

Grant Max

$11.8m
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Latest Tax e-Filing

2022

Published by IRS

2023

People

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# Name Title Hours / Wk Comp ($)
1 MARIANO-FLORENTINO CUELLAR CHAIR 3.0 0

Charitable Activities

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$4714074

SEE PAGE 20 (SUMMARY OF ALL DIRECT CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES)

Grants

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Amount

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State

CA

City

MENLO PARK

Purpose

TO SUPPORT THE HISTORY OF PHILANTHROPY PROGRAM AT THE URBAN INSTITUTE'S CENTER ON NONPROFITS AND PHILANTHROPY
1
FOR SUPPORT FOR THE CENTER ON NONPROFITS AND PHILANTHROPY
1
FOR RESEARCH BY CNP ABOUT THE CHARITABLE RESPONSE TO THE CORONAVIRUS AND ITS HISTORICAL PRECEDENTS
1
FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
5
FOR A WORKSHOP ON WORKING WITH INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES
1
FOR UNITED WAY (UW) OF SUMMIT COUNTY SUPPORT OF AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOLS EFFORTS TO INCREASE STUDENT AND COMMUNITY VOICE AND SUPPORT EDUCATORS
1
FOR VIRTUAL CONVENINGS ON ESG AND CLIMATE IN ASSET MANAGEMENT POSTCOVID19
1
FOR STRATEGIC PLANNING
1
FOR THE RURAL VOICES FOR CONSERVATION COALITION
1
FOR THE CREATIVE WORK FUND
1
FOR SUPPORT OF WASHINGTON MONTHLY'S WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT
1
FOR ORGANIZATIONAL WORK ON EQUITY INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
1
FOR A PROGRAM TO BUILD THE CAPACITY OF LOCAL CIVIL SOCIETY AND WATER ACTIVISTS IN KENYA AND BENIN
1
FOR A PROJECT TO SUPPORT CITIZEN OVERSIGHT FOR IMPROVED WATER SERVICES IN TANZANIA AND GLOBALLY
1
FOR SUPPORT OF THE LEVIN CENTER AT WAYNE LAW SCHOOL
1
FOR WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT FOR THE LEVIN CENTER
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

5441 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 66,666 URBAN INSTITUTE TO SUPPORT THE HISTORY OF PHILANTHROPY PROGRAM AT THE URBAN INSTITUTE'S CENTER ON NONPROFITS AND PHILANTHROPY WASHINGTON, DC 2020
$ 20,000 URBAN INSTITUTE FOR SUPPORT FOR THE CENTER ON NONPROFITS AND PHILANTHROPY WASHINGTON, DC 2020
$ 65,000 URBAN INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH BY CNP ABOUT THE CHARITABLE RESPONSE TO THE CORONAVIRUS AND ITS HISTORICAL PRECEDENTS WASHINGTON, DC 2020
$ 100,000 URGE UNITE FOR REPRODUCTIVE AND GENDER EQUITY FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 2020
$ 30,000 UTAH DINE BIKEYAH FOR A WORKSHOP ON WORKING WITH INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES SALT LAKE CITY, UT 2020
$ 1,500,000 UW OF SUMMIT CTY IN SUPPORT OF AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOL FOR UNITED WAY (UW) OF SUMMIT COUNTY SUPPORT OF AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOLS EFFORTS TO INCREASE STUDENT AND COMMUNITY VOICE AND SUPPORT EDUCATORS AKRON, OH 2020
$ 25,000 VC INCLUDE FOR VIRTUAL CONVENINGS ON ESG AND CLIMATE IN ASSET MANAGEMENT POSTCOVID19 SAN FRANCISCO, CA 2020
$ 25,000 VIRTUAL WORLD SOCIETY FOR STRATEGIC PLANNING SEATTLE, WA 2020
$ 40,000 WALLOWA RESOURCES FOR THE RURAL VOICES FOR CONSERVATION COALITION ENTERPRISE, OR 2020
$ 300,000 WALTER AND ELISE HAAS FUND FOR THE CREATIVE WORK FUND SAN FRANCISCO, CA 2020
$ 150,000 WASHINGTON MONTHLY CORPORATION FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT WASHINGTON, DC 2020
$ 52,000 WASHINGTON MONTHLY CORPORATION FOR SUPPORT OF WASHINGTON MONTHLY'S WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT WASHINGTON, DC 2020
$ 30,000 WATER FOUNDATION FOR ORGANIZATIONAL WORK ON EQUITY INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY SACRAMENTO, CA 2020
$ 1,500,000 WATER FOUNDATION FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT SACRAMENTO, CA 2020
$ 2,200,000 WATER FOUNDATION FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT SACRAMENTO, CA 2020
$ 265,000 WATER INTEGRITY NETWORK ASSOCIATION EV FOR A PROGRAM TO BUILD THE CAPACITY OF LOCAL CIVIL SOCIETY AND WATER ACTIVISTS IN KENYA AND BENIN , 2020
$ 480,000 WATER WITNESS INTERNATIONAL FOR A PROJECT TO SUPPORT CITIZEN OVERSIGHT FOR IMPROVED WATER SERVICES IN TANZANIA AND GLOBALLY , 2020
$ 333,334 WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY FOR SUPPORT OF THE LEVIN CENTER AT WAYNE LAW SCHOOL DETROIT, MI 2020
$ 52,000 WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY FOR WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT FOR THE LEVIN CENTER DETROIT, MI 2020
$ 420,000 WCS WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY CANADA FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT , 2020
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Instructions

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Deadlines

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Restrictions

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Contact

THE WILLIAM & FLORA HEWLETT FOUNDATION
2121 SAND HILL ROAD
MENLO PARK,CA,94025
6502344500

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Private Foundation Grants of $304.7k Available in MENLO PARK, CA