Ford Foundation

Ford Foundation

The Ford Foundation was established on Jan. 15, 1936, with an initial gift of $25,000 from Edsel Ford, whose father Henry, founded the Ford Motor Company. During its early years, the foundation operated in Michigan under the leadership of Ford family members. Since the founding charter stated that resources should be used "for scientific, educational and charitable purposes, all for the public welfare," the foundation made grants to many kinds of organizations.

The Ford Foundation supports visionary leaders and organizations working on the frontlines of social change worldwide. Our goals for more than half a century. A fundamental challenge facing every society is to create political, economic and social systems that promote peace, human welfare and the sustainability of the environment on which life depends.

Contact Details

Office Address

Ford Foundation
320 East 43rd Street
New York, NY, USA 10017
Phone: (212) 573-5000
Fax: (212) 351-3677

Executives

Chair

Kathryn S. Fuller

President and Trustee

Luis A. Ubias

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