Ford Foundation

Funder
1936
New York
New York

Established in 1936 by Edsel Ford, the Ford Foundation stands as one of the world’s largest and most influential philanthropic organizations. It is also one of the most important ones in the history of community design and development. With a vast endowment and a global reach, the foundation’s mission has evolved over the years striving to reduce poverty, promote democratic values, advance human knowledge, and increase creativity in the arts.