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

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State

NY

City

NEW YORK

Purpose

GENERAL SUPPORT AND CORE SUPPORT FOR INSTITUTIONAL STRENGTHENING
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CORE SUPPORT FOR ITS INITIATIVE TO CREATE A SUSTAINED PRESENCE IN SOUTH LOS ANGELES WITH THE ADDITION OF SATELLITE MUSEUMS THAT WILL ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY THROUGH ACCOMPANYING ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND TRAINING
1
CORE SUPPORT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF DAVID DRISKELL'S JAZZ SINGER (LADY OF LEISURE, FOX)
1
GENERAL SUPPORT
4
FOR ARMSTRONG NOW!, RE-INTRODUCING AUDIENCES TO LOUIS ARMSTRONGS LEGACY OF ARTISTRY AND INNOVATION AND CONTEXTUALIZES ARMSTRONGS CONTRIBUTIONS FIRMLY WITHIN HISTORIC AND 21ST CENTURY CONSTELLATIONS OF BLACK MAKING, THINKING, AND VITALITY
1
FOR A FELLOWSHIP UNDER THE FORD FOUNDATION GLOBAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM, A PROGRAM THAT AIMS TO IDENTIFY AND CONNECT EMERGING LEADERS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE WHO ARE ADVANCING INNOVATIVE IDEAS AND SOLUTIONS TO COMBAT INEQUALITY
1
FOR WORK WITH RELIGIOUS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS ON ADVOCACY AND ACTION TOWARD ELIMINATING GENDER BASED VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA
1
TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF WOMEN-LED COMMUNITY ADVICE OFFICES TO ASSIST COMMUNITIES TO HOLD GOVERNMENT AND MINING COMPANIES ACCOUNTABLE, AND ADVOCATE FOR COMMUNITY RIGHTS.
1
FOR EXTENSIVE DEVELOPMENT AND PRE-PRODUCTION OF UNTITLED MADELINE ANDERSON FILM, A DOCUMENTARY FILM BY A PIONEERING AFRICAN-AMERICAN FILMMAKER ASSESSING HER LIFE AND WORK IN FILM
1
CORE SUPPORT FOR THE INSTALLATION HAVAH...TO BREATHE, AIR, LIFE BY SHAHZIA SIKANDER, A PIONEERING PAKISTANI-AMERICAN VISUAL MULTI-MEDIA ARTIST AND FEMINIST
1
CORE SUPPORT TO STRENGTHEN ACCOUNTABILITY MECHANISMS AND BUILD GLOBAL NORMS TO END VAWG BY PARTNERING WITH ORGANIZATIONS AND MOVEMENTS WORKING AT THE INTERSECTIONS OF RACE, ETHNICITY, GENDER IDENTITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RELIGION AND DISABILITY
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TO DESIGN INNOVATIVE PARTICIPATORY TOOLS TO MEASURE THE ABILITY OF INFORMAL WORKERS' COLLECTIVES TO ADDRESS SELF-EMPLOYED WOMEN'S VULNERABILITY TO VIOLENCE AND INCREASE THEIR ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AND TO MITIGATE COVID IMPACT.
1
CORE SUPPORT FOR THE URBAN YOUTH COLLABORATIVE'S YOUTH-LED ORGANIZING IN NEW YORK AIMED AT REDUCING THE CRIMINALIZATION OF AND INCREASING SUPPORTS FOR LOW-INCOME YOUTH, YOUTH OF COLOR, LGBTQ YOUTH, AND IMMIGRANT YOUTH
1
CORE SUPPORT FOR THE FUND EXCLUDED WORKERS CAMPAIGN TO BUILD IMMIGRANT POWER THROUGH THE PROTECTION AND EXPANSION OF BENEFITS FOR UNDOCUMENTED FAMILIES IN NEW YORK STATE AND BEYOND
1
CORE SUPPORT TO WELCOME AND PROVIDE SUPPORT TO ASYLUM SEEKERS ARRIVING IN NEW YORK CITY FROM TEXAS
1
GENERAL SUPPORT AND PROJECT SUPPORT FOR INSTITUTIONAL STRENGTHENING
1
CORE SUPPORT TO BUILD THE ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY OF PROGRESSIVE ORGANIZATIONS IN FLORIDA, MICHIGAN, TEXAS AND OTHER KEY STATES AND FOSTER COLLABORATION AMONG SOCIAL JUSTICE LEADERS AND GROUPS
1

Interest

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

10647 results

Amount Name Purpose Location Year
$ 400,000 LONG-TERM INVESTMENT ORGANIZATION GENERAL SUPPORT AND CORE SUPPORT FOR INSTITUTIONAL STRENGTHENING , 2022
$ 250,000 LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART CORE SUPPORT FOR ITS INITIATIVE TO CREATE A SUSTAINED PRESENCE IN SOUTH LOS ANGELES WITH THE ADDITION OF SATELLITE MUSEUMS THAT WILL ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY THROUGH ACCOMPANYING ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND TRAINING LOS ANGELES, CA 2022
$ 240,000 LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART CORE SUPPORT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF DAVID DRISKELL'S JAZZ SINGER (LADY OF LEISURE, FOX) LOS ANGELES, CA 2022
$ 275,000 LOS CENZONTLES MEXICAN ARTS CENTER GENERAL SUPPORT SAN PABLO, CA 2022
$ 125,000 LOUIS ARMSTRONG HOUSE MUSEUM FOR ARMSTRONG NOW!, RE-INTRODUCING AUDIENCES TO LOUIS ARMSTRONGS LEGACY OF ARTISTRY AND INNOVATION AND CONTEXTUALIZES ARMSTRONGS CONTRIBUTIONS FIRMLY WITHIN HISTORIC AND 21ST CENTURY CONSTELLATIONS OF BLACK MAKING, THINKING, AND VITALITY QUEENS, NY 2022
$ 8,250 LUIS FRANCISCO FRANCISCO CABEZAS GU FOR A FELLOWSHIP UNDER THE FORD FOUNDATION GLOBAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM, A PROGRAM THAT AIMS TO IDENTIFY AND CONNECT EMERGING LEADERS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE WHO ARE ADVANCING INNOVATIVE IDEAS AND SOLUTIONS TO COMBAT INEQUALITY , 2022
$ 200,000 LUX TERRA LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION FOR WORK WITH RELIGIOUS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS ON ADVOCACY AND ACTION TOWARD ELIMINATING GENDER BASED VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA , 2022
$ 100,000 MACUA & WAMUA ADVICE OFFICE - MWAO TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF WOMEN-LED COMMUNITY ADVICE OFFICES TO ASSIST COMMUNITIES TO HOLD GOVERNMENT AND MINING COMPANIES ACCOUNTABLE, AND ADVOCATE FOR COMMUNITY RIGHTS. , 2022
$ 50,000 MADELINE ANDERSON PRODUCTIONS LLC FOR EXTENSIVE DEVELOPMENT AND PRE-PRODUCTION OF UNTITLED MADELINE ANDERSON FILM, A DOCUMENTARY FILM BY A PIONEERING AFRICAN-AMERICAN FILMMAKER ASSESSING HER LIFE AND WORK IN FILM BROOKLYN, NY 2022
$ 25,000 MADISON SQUARE PARK CONSERVANCY CORE SUPPORT FOR THE INSTALLATION HAVAH...TO BREATHE, AIR, LIFE BY SHAHZIA SIKANDER, A PIONEERING PAKISTANI-AMERICAN VISUAL MULTI-MEDIA ARTIST AND FEMINIST NEW YORK, NY 2022
$ 250,000 MADRE INC CORE SUPPORT TO STRENGTHEN ACCOUNTABILITY MECHANISMS AND BUILD GLOBAL NORMS TO END VAWG BY PARTNERING WITH ORGANIZATIONS AND MOVEMENTS WORKING AT THE INTERSECTIONS OF RACE, ETHNICITY, GENDER IDENTITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RELIGION AND DISABILITY NEW YORK, NY 2022
$ 100,000 MAGAMBA CULTURAL ACTIVIST NETWORK GENERAL SUPPORT , 2022
$ 112,104 MAHILA SEWA TRUST TO DESIGN INNOVATIVE PARTICIPATORY TOOLS TO MEASURE THE ABILITY OF INFORMAL WORKERS' COLLECTIVES TO ADDRESS SELF-EMPLOYED WOMEN'S VULNERABILITY TO VIOLENCE AND INCREASE THEIR ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AND TO MITIGATE COVID IMPACT. , 2022
$ 600,000 MAJORITY ACTION GENERAL SUPPORT SILVER SPRING, MD 2022
$ 190,000 MAKE THE ROAD NEW YORK CORE SUPPORT FOR THE URBAN YOUTH COLLABORATIVE'S YOUTH-LED ORGANIZING IN NEW YORK AIMED AT REDUCING THE CRIMINALIZATION OF AND INCREASING SUPPORTS FOR LOW-INCOME YOUTH, YOUTH OF COLOR, LGBTQ YOUTH, AND IMMIGRANT YOUTH BROOKLYN, NY 2022
$ 300,000 MAKE THE ROAD NEW YORK CORE SUPPORT FOR THE FUND EXCLUDED WORKERS CAMPAIGN TO BUILD IMMIGRANT POWER THROUGH THE PROTECTION AND EXPANSION OF BENEFITS FOR UNDOCUMENTED FAMILIES IN NEW YORK STATE AND BEYOND BROOKLYN, NY 2022
$ 100,000 MAKE THE ROAD NEW YORK CORE SUPPORT TO WELCOME AND PROVIDE SUPPORT TO ASYLUM SEEKERS ARRIVING IN NEW YORK CITY FROM TEXAS BROOKLYN, NY 2022
$ 1,015,000 MAKE THE ROAD STATES INC GENERAL SUPPORT AND PROJECT SUPPORT FOR INSTITUTIONAL STRENGTHENING BROOKLYN, NY 2022
$ 100,000 MALUNGU - COORDENACAO DAS ASSOCIACOES DAS COMUNIDADES REMANESCENTES DE QUIL GENERAL SUPPORT , 2022
$ 250,000 MANAGEMENT CENTER CORE SUPPORT TO BUILD THE ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY OF PROGRESSIVE ORGANIZATIONS IN FLORIDA, MICHIGAN, TEXAS AND OTHER KEY STATES AND FOSTER COLLABORATION AMONG SOCIAL JUSTICE LEADERS AND GROUPS WASHINGTON, DC 2022
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Deadlines

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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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