Company facts
- Founded
- 1936
- Employees
- 913
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
About
The Ford Foundation is a global philanthropic organization that funds initiatives aimed at dismantling inequality across political, economic, and social spheres. Over eight decades, it has championed social justice by supporting programs in more than 50 countries through 11 regional offices, focusing on civic engagement, creative expression, future of work, gender and racial equity, internet freedom, just cities, and climate‑related resource stewardship. Its distinctive approach blends strategic grant‑making with a commitment to human dignity, democratic values, and international cooperation, empowering communities to shape their own futures. The Foundation’s mission to reduce poverty and injustice positions it as a leading catalyst for systemic change worldwide.