A Private Foundation located in NEW YORK, NY



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: 389329

This private foundation is located in New York and provides grants for general support and project activities focused on various social justice issues, including disability rights, environmental advocacy, and youth fellowship programs. It supports initiatives that address human rights impacts, fiscal austerity, and systemic inequality. The foundation also engages in charitable activities that foster institutional effectiveness and promote innovative solutions to combat inequity. By funding community and environmental rights projects, it aims to create a more equitable society and empower emerging leaders to drive positive change globally.

Foundation Profile

In the realm of philanthropic endeavors, one prominent private foundation stands out for its unwavering commitment to social justice and equity. With total assets exceeding $16.3 billion in the 2023 tax year, this foundation has strategically allocated nearly $965 million in grants, emphasizing its dedication to fostering positive change across diverse communities. The foundation's mission centers on addressing systemic inequalities and empowering marginalized populations. Its grantmaking focus encompasses a wide array of initiatives, from general support for social justice organizations to project-specific funding aimed at commemorating significant milestones, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. This foundation also champions cultural projects that explore the intricate relationships between communities and industries, such as the restaurant sector, while simultaneously promoting environmental and community rights in vulnerable regions. Geographically, the foundation's reach extends from the bustling streets of New York City to the far corners of Eastern Ghana, reflecting its commitment to both local and global challenges. Its funding priorities include institutional strengthening, human rights advocacy, and innovative fellowship programs designed to connect emerging leaders who are tackling issues of inequality and injustice. Notably, the foundation supports initiatives that promote art as a means of social change, aiming to reshape narratives around critical issues such as mass incarceration. Eligibility criteria for potential grantees are designed to ensure that funding aligns with the foundation's mission and values. Organizations that demonstrate a commitment to advancing social equity and justice, particularly those that engage historically marginalized communities, are encouraged to apply. For those who are passionate about driving meaningful change and meet the eligibility requirements, this foundation presents a remarkable opportunity for collaboration. Explore the funding possibilities available through The Grant Portal and take the next step toward making a significant impact in your community.
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THE FORD FOUNDATION

NEW YORK, NY

Summary

Assets

$16.3b

Distributions

$964.9m

Contributions

$0

Grant Median

$211.1k

Count

3.6k

Grant Max

$16.8m
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Latest Tax e-Filing

2022

Published by IRS

2023

People

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# Name Title Hours / Wk Comp ($)
1 ERIC W DOPPSTADT VP & CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER 45.00 4454586

Charitable Activities

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$4272626

BUILD PROGRAM YIELDS LEARNING FOR GRANTEES & GRANTMAKERS ALIKE, IN DEVELOPING SOCIAL JUSTICE ORGS & NETWORKS FOSTERING GREATER INST. EFF. TO DISMANTLE INEQUALITY

$4310533

THE GLOBAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM IDENTIFIES AND CONNECTS EMERGING LEADERS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE WHO ARE ADVANCING INNOVATIVE IDEAS AND SOLUTIONS TO COMBAT INEQUITY

$2579187

ART FOR JUSTICE IS FOCUSED ON SAFELY REDUCING THE PRISON POPULATION, PROMOTING JUSTICE REINVESTMENT AND CREATING ART THAT CHANGES NARRATIVE AROUND MASS INCARCERATION

$1494962

FOR PROJECTS THAT COMMUNICATE THE FOUNDATION'S MISSION AND PROGRAMS INCLUDING THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE.

Grants

Filters

Amount

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State

NY

City

NEW YORK

Purpose

General Support
5
Core support to the Algorithmic Bias and Disability Rights Project to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and disability rights & forge cross disciplinary work between disability rights advocates and those working on algorithmic fairness
1
Core support to launch a new program on the intersection of worker justice and tech policy at Center for Democracy & Technology, a preeminent tec policy think tank
1
To foster mutual learning and collaboration around the experiences of LGBTQ+ communities in the U.S. and Cuba, identify challenges, and share best practices on issues of gender equality
1
For the Havana Historic Preservation Initiative to identify, support, and seek funding for historic preservation/renovation projects in Havana, to enhance communities for a sustainable future as Cuba confronts the pressures of tourism and development
1
Core support for the Boston Ujima Project, a cooperative investment, business, and arts ecosystem that is democratically run by Boston's working class communities of color
1
For a research study on changes made by foundations that signed a pledge to respond to the COVID 19 pandemic by being more flexible and responsive in their relationships with grantees
1
To prevent child marriage in northern Nigeria by empowering girls for successful transition to adulthood through life skills, vocational skills, and apprenticeship opportunities
1
To conduct studies on China's development banks and their environmental and social impacts in the Global South
1
To educate and build the capacity of practicing Cuban lawyers in aspects of U.S. law relevant to the ir representation of Cuban interests in commercial and related dealings with the U.S.
1
Core support for the Police Accountability Program to advocate for more effective accountability policies in Oregon; to reduce the state's policing footprint; and strengthen community based public safety alternatives.
1
General support and for project support for institutional strengthening
1
To establish an effective, transparent and represe representative Inter American Human Rights System through a multi dimensional strategy to strengthen civil society and academia's engagement with the Organization of American States processes
1
For collaboration between indigenous peoples, rural communities, and government to secure community land and territorial rights, protect forest ecosystems and foster climate change resilience
1
General support and core support for institutional capacity building
1
For the National Land Bank Network, a membership based network for land banks working on housing affordability and community wealth building
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

10647 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 216,000 Center for Democracy and Technology General Support Washington, DC 2020
$ 554,207 Center for Democracy and Technology Core support to the Algorithmic Bias and Disability Rights Project to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and disability rights & forge cross disciplinary work between disability rights advocates and those working on algorithmic fairness Washington, DC 2020
$ 325,000 Center for Democracy and Technology Core support to launch a new program on the intersection of worker justice and tech policy at Center for Democracy & Technology, a preeminent tec policy think tank Washington, DC 2020
$ 25,000 Center for Democracy in the Americas To foster mutual learning and collaboration around the experiences of LGBTQ+ communities in the U.S. and Cuba, identify challenges, and share best practices on issues of gender equality Washington, DC 2020
$ 44,500 Center for Democracy in the Americas For the Havana Historic Preservation Initiative to identify, support, and seek funding for historic preservation/renovation projects in Havana, to enhance communities for a sustainable future as Cuba confronts the pressures of tourism and development Washington, DC 2020
$ 40,000 Center for Economic Democracy Inc Core support for the Boston Ujima Project, a cooperative investment, business, and arts ecosystem that is democratically run by Boston's working class communities of color Boston, MA 2020
$ 400,000 Center for Effective Philanthropy General Support Cambridge, MA 2020
$ 282,066 Center for Effective Philanthropy For a research study on changes made by foundations that signed a pledge to respond to the COVID 19 pandemic by being more flexible and responsive in their relationships with grantees Cambridge, MA 2020
$ 300,000 Center for Election Innovation & Research Inc General Support Washington, DC 2020
$ 50,000 Center for Empowered Politics Education Fund General Support San Francisco, CA 2020
$ 150,000 Center for Girl Child Education To prevent child marriage in northern Nigeria by empowering girls for successful transition to adulthood through life skills, vocational skills, and apprenticeship opportunities , 2020
$ 230,100 Center for Global Development To conduct studies on China's development banks and their environmental and social impacts in the Global South Washington, DC 2020
$ 250,000 Center for Humane Technology General Support San Francisco, CA 2020
$ 6,000 Center for Inter American Legal Education Inc To educate and build the capacity of practicing Cuban lawyers in aspects of U.S. law relevant to the ir representation of Cuban interests in commercial and related dealings with the U.S. New York, NY 2020
$ 50,000 Center for Intercultural Organizing Core support for the Police Accountability Program to advocate for more effective accountability policies in Oregon; to reduce the state's policing footprint; and strengthen community based public safety alternatives. Portland, OR 2020
$ 400,000 Center for Investigative Reporting Inc General support and for project support for institutional strengthening Emeryville, CA 2020
$ 125,000 Center for Justice and International Law To establish an effective, transparent and represe representative Inter American Human Rights System through a multi dimensional strategy to strengthen civil society and academia's engagement with the Organization of American States processes Washington, DC 2020
$ 210,000 Center for Justice Studies and Social Research For collaboration between indigenous peoples, rural communities, and government to secure community land and territorial rights, protect forest ecosystems and foster climate change resilience , 2020
$ 750,000 Center for Land Reform Inc General support and core support for institutional capacity building Flint, MI 2020
$ 75,000 Center for Land Reform Inc For the National Land Bank Network, a membership based network for land banks working on housing affordability and community wealth building Flint, MI 2020
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Deadlines

N/A

Restrictions

ACTIVITIES SUPPORTED BY FOUNDATION GRANTS MUST BE CHARITABLE, EDUCATIONAL OR SCIENTIFIC UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE U.S. INTERNAL REVENUE CODE AND THE TREASURY REGULATIONS.

Contact

THE FORD FOUNDATION
320 EAST 43RD STREET
NEW YORK,NY,10017
2125735000

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Students
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Teachers
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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
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Private Foundation Grants of $211.1k Available in NEW YORK, NY