Grants
When we make grants, we look for fresh thinking and for innovative people and organizations. We set benchmarks to measure success and monitor progress to ensure that goals are being met.
Organizations seeking grants
Our grant making focuses on reducing poverty and injustice; promoting democratic values; and advancing human knowledge, creativity and achievement. If your project reflects these priorities, you may submit a grant inquiry using our online form.
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Individuals seeking fellowships
We make a very limited number of grants to individuals, generally restricted to fellowships for advanced study. The foundation does not award undergraduate scholarships or make grants for purely personal needs.
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Each year the Ford Foundation receives about 44,000 proposals and makes about 2,000 grants. In 2009, we distributed more than $490 million in grants worldwide.
Types of Support
Requests are accepted in categories such as project planning and support; general support; and endowments. Types of support include grants, recoverable grants, loans and loan guarantees.
Other Philanthropic Resources
A list of organizations that may help fund your work or connect you to potential funders.
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