This directory highlights foundations of all sizes — from multibillion-dollar institutions to emerging philanthropies — with a focus on mission alignment, funding priorities, and long-term impact. Browse by focus area or geography to better understand where philanthropic capital is concentrated — and where opportunity exists.
Community foundation serving the Pittsburgh region through donor services, grantmaking, and partnerships focused on local needs and philanthropic engagement.
The Joyce Foundation is a private philanthropy funding public policy research, development, and advocacy to advance racial equity and economic mobility in the Great Lakes region.
Lumina Foundation is an independent private foundation based in Indianapolis focused on increasing access to education and credentials beyond high school to strengthen workforce participation and economic opportunity in the United States.
The Howard Hughes Medical Institute is a major biomedical research philanthropy that supports scientists, institutions, and education programs to advance fundamental knowledge in biology and human health.
INGKA Foundation is a Dutch charitable foundation that supports a better everyday life for people in need by funding the IKEA Foundation, using long-term resources generated through its ownership of INGKA Group
Silicon Valley Community Foundation mobilizes philanthropic resources to support nonprofit organizations and community priorities in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Its work addresses structural challenges such as housing, financial stability, and early childhood development, alongside emergency response efforts. The foundation also strengthens long-term charitable activity through donor-advised funds, endowments, scholarships, and planned giving.