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

Min
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Max

State

NY

City

NEW YORK

Purpose

To identify criteria for 'just and sustainable meat companies' that protect forests and human rights and to encourage investors to consider these criteria in their due diligence and direct engagement
1
Project support to document the experiences of young LGBTIQ+ persons, black womxn and other vulnerable persons in South Africa during Covid 19
1
Final support to advance access to affordable housing in well located areas and to protect underrepresented people from eviction and displacement through the use of strategic litigation and advice, research, and social movement support.
1
General support and core support for institutional strengthening
2
For post war rebuilding and regeneration in the North and East of Sri Lanka through livelihoods, gender justice, rights of marginalized communities, and civil society strengthening
1
General support and for project support for institutional strengthening
1
Core support for Funders for a Just Economy to support workers' rights and economic justice
1
For it's 2020 National Convening, Homecoming 40 Years Strong
1
Core support for the Labor Innovations for the Twenty First Century Fund to build worker power and voice for low wage and contingent workers in the changing context of work and the economy
1
Core support for the Philanthropy Forward fellowship for foundation CEOs to develop a collective identity as a financial engine for social change focusing on community centered strategies, centering long term impacts, and advancing justice, equity & power
1
Final core support for the Funder's Committee for Civic Participation for philanthropic leaders to connect, share innovations and engage in strategic dialogue to build a more inclusive democracy
1
Core support for the Social Transformation Project to promote coordination and collaboration among social justice leaders and organizations
1
Core support for The National Black Worker Center Project to empower Black workers to advance their rights, improve the job quality, prevent racial discrimination in hiring and employment practices, and core support for its institutional strengthening
1
Core support for the National Guestworker Alliance's mission and core support for its institutional capacity building
1
Core support for Blackbird for strategic communications, policy advocacy, and capacity building resources to support frontline racial justice organizing groups
1
For core support to the Youth Engagement Fund to promote a more reflective and participatory democracy in the U.S. with a focus on strengthening civic participation by young people
1
Core support for ArtChangeUS to reframe the national arts conversation by creating opportunities for artists, organizers, and thinkers to advance cultural equity
1
Core support for the State Infrastructure Fund to engage historically underrepresented voters in the democratic process and protect their right to vote
1
Core support for the Asian American Pacific Islander Civic Engagement Fund to research and offer supports that will deepen and expand the capacity of AAPI civic engagement organizations
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

10647 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 50,000 Natural Resources Defense Council Inc To identify criteria for 'just and sustainable meat companies' that protect forests and human rights and to encourage investors to consider these criteria in their due diligence and direct engagement New York, NY 2020
$ 50,000 Nayanaya Trust Project support to document the experiences of young LGBTIQ+ persons, black womxn and other vulnerable persons in South Africa during Covid 19 , 2020
$ 120,000 Ndifuna Ukwazi Final support to advance access to affordable housing in well located areas and to protect underrepresented people from eviction and displacement through the use of strategic litigation and advice, research, and social movement support. , 2020
$ 400,000 NDN Collective Inc General support and core support for institutional strengthening Rapid City, SD 2020
$ 178,442 Neelan Tiruchelvam Trust For post war rebuilding and regeneration in the North and East of Sri Lanka through livelihoods, gender justice, rights of marginalized communities, and civil society strengthening , 2020
$ 250,000 Neelan Tiruchelvam Trust General support and for project support for institutional strengthening , 2020
$ 1,000,000 Neighborhood Funders Group Inc General support and core support for institutional strengthening Oakland, CA 2020
$ 125,000 Neighborhood Funders Group Inc Core support for Funders for a Just Economy to support workers' rights and economic justice Oakland, CA 2020
$ 30,000 Neighborhood Funders Group Inc For it's 2020 National Convening, Homecoming 40 Years Strong Oakland, CA 2020
$ 400,000 Neighborhood Funders Group Inc Core support for the Labor Innovations for the Twenty First Century Fund to build worker power and voice for low wage and contingent workers in the changing context of work and the economy Oakland, CA 2020
$ 30,000 Neighborhood Funders Group Inc Core support for the Philanthropy Forward fellowship for foundation CEOs to develop a collective identity as a financial engine for social change focusing on community centered strategies, centering long term impacts, and advancing justice, equity & power Oakland, CA 2020
$ 29,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc Final core support for the Funder's Committee for Civic Participation for philanthropic leaders to connect, share innovations and engage in strategic dialogue to build a more inclusive democracy New York, NY 2020
$ 200,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc Core support for the Social Transformation Project to promote coordination and collaboration among social justice leaders and organizations New York, NY 2020
$ 300,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc Core support for The National Black Worker Center Project to empower Black workers to advance their rights, improve the job quality, prevent racial discrimination in hiring and employment practices, and core support for its institutional strengthening New York, NY 2020
$ 300,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc Core support for the National Guestworker Alliance's mission and core support for its institutional capacity building New York, NY 2020
$ 200,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc Core support for Blackbird for strategic communications, policy advocacy, and capacity building resources to support frontline racial justice organizing groups New York, NY 2020
$ 130,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc For core support to the Youth Engagement Fund to promote a more reflective and participatory democracy in the U.S. with a focus on strengthening civic participation by young people New York, NY 2020
$ 150,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc Core support for ArtChangeUS to reframe the national arts conversation by creating opportunities for artists, organizers, and thinkers to advance cultural equity New York, NY 2020
$ 200,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc Core support for the State Infrastructure Fund to engage historically underrepresented voters in the democratic process and protect their right to vote New York, NY 2020
$ 275,000 NEO Philanthropy Inc Core support for the Asian American Pacific Islander Civic Engagement Fund to research and offer supports that will deepen and expand the capacity of AAPI civic engagement organizations New York, NY 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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Grants By Location

Grants Eligibility

Associations
County Parks and Recreation
Federal Government
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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
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Private Foundation Grants of $211.1k Available in NEW YORK, NY