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.
U.S. private foundation funding high-risk science, engineering, and medical research, while also supporting Southern California programs serving children, youth, and families. It also backs board-initiated special projects.
Omidyar Network is a U.S.-based philanthropic organization that funds and invests across nonprofit and market-based tools to shape a more accountable digital future centered on shared power, prosperity, and public interest.
The Skoll Foundation is a U.S.-based philanthropy that supports social entrepreneurs and social innovators addressing global challenges through funding, convening, and field-building.
Sobrato Philanthropies is a California-based family philanthropy platform focused on expanding opportunity through community partnerships, impact investing, policy support, and nonprofit real estate, with deep roots in Silicon Valley.
Nathan Cummings Foundation is a U.S.-based family foundation that supports partners advancing racial, economic, and environmental justice, primarily in the United States and Israel-Palestine.
The Erlinda Faderogao Gillespie Foundation is a Philippines-based education-focused foundation supporting disadvantaged children and youth through scholarships, mentoring, and related support services.