We are a nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world

Dec 3, 2024 · In just over a decade, GivingTuesday—a longtime grantee and partner of the Gates Foundation—has grown from a simple idea into a movement reaching nearly every country and territory around the globe. What started in 2012 as a day to encourage giving during the holiday season has grown into a worldwide celebration of generosity and a …

We work to increase women’s economic opportunities and decision-making power. An extensive body of research shows that when women earn an income and control their earnings, their children are more likely to attend school, their families are healthier, their self-worth improves; and their household incomes grow—along with the global economy.

We believe that solutions to Africa’s greatest challenges can come from within Africa. Our role is to support African partners whose bold ideas and creative approaches have the potential to save lives, improve health, and help families all across the continent.

Grant opportunities. The foundation awards the majority of its grants to U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations and other tax-exempt organizations identified by our staff.

President Jimmy Carter was a tireless leader who never stopped changing lives for the better. For close to three decades, President Carter, Rosalynn Carter, and The Carter Center led the fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) that plague those living in poverty. Thanks to the Carter Center ...

In partnership with the national government, local organizations, and other stakeholders, we support Senegal’s key development priorities, including health sovereignty, agricultural productivity, climate resilience, nutrition, family planning, maternal and child health, water and sanitation, education, and gender equity.

Jan 15, 2024 · Increased funding includes support for health innovations that could save millions more lives by 2030. DAVOS, SWITZERLAND (January 15) – The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation today announced its largest annual budget to date as it works toward the goal of a healthier, more prosperous world for all. With global health budgets in decline overall, a portion of the additional funding will go ...

The opening of our foundation’s Kenya office in 2024 marked a pivotal milestone in our work within the country and reflected our deepened commitment to supporting meaningful change across East Africa and the continent as a whole. Our expanded presence in the region has also strengthened our ...

“I am incredibly proud of the Latinos in Philanthropy employee resource group and our Latine colleagues across the foundation. We are actively working on increasing the number of Latine employees at the foundation, and ensuring we are creating a sense of belonging for current staff, and supporting their development and advancement.