Introduction The Gandel Foundation is one of Australia’s largest independent family philanthropic foundations, supporting charitable organisations, community initiatives and long-term social impact programs across Australia and Israel. Established in 1978 as the Gandel Charitable Foundation, the organisation has become a major source of philanthropic funding for initiatives in areas such as: Arts and culture. Health…. [Read More]
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Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund: Supporting Responsible Climate Intervention Research Worldwide
Introduction The Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund (CIEIF) is an international grantmaking initiative that supports environmental impact assessment, predictive impact modeling and stakeholder engagement for innovative climate intervention technologies approaching small-scale field testing. Established in 2023, CIEIF seeks to fill a specialized funding gap in climate innovation. Rather than financing basic scientific research or the… [Read More]
Weston Family Foundation: Advancing Healthy Aging, Healthy Ecosystems and Innovation Across Canada
Introduction The Weston Family Foundation is one of Canada’s major private philanthropic foundations, supporting research, innovation, environmental stewardship, healthy aging, biodiversity protection and community initiatives across the country. Formerly known as the W. Garfield Weston Foundation, the organization has more than six decades of experience funding nonprofit organizations, universities, researchers, conservation groups and community-based initiatives…. [Read More]
Discovery Foundation: Supporting Medical Specialists, Research and Healthcare Access in South Africa
Introduction The Discovery Foundation is an independent South African trust focused on strengthening the country’s healthcare system by investing in medical education, specialist training, clinical research, academic medicine and healthcare services in underserved communities. Established by Discovery Limited, the Foundation supports doctors, researchers, medical specialists, students and healthcare institutions working to improve access to quality… [Read More]
Bass Coast Shire Council: Community Services, Local Development and Grant Programs (Australia)
Introduction Bass Coast Shire Council is the local government authority responsible for community services, infrastructure, environmental management, economic development and municipal governance across the Bass Coast region of Victoria, Australia. History and Background Bass Coast Shire is located in south-eastern Victoria and encompasses coastal communities, rural areas, townships and major visitor destinations, including Phillip Island,… [Read More]
Amref Health Africa: Advancing Community-Led Healthcare Across Africa
Introduction Amref Health Africa is an African-led international health and development organization headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, that strengthens community-led healthcare systems and expands equitable access to quality health services across Africa. History and Background Amref Health Africa was founded in 1957 by Sir Michael Wood, Archibald McIndoe, and Tom Rees as the Flying Doctors of… [Read More]
Street Families Rehabilitation Trust Fund: Supporting Rescue, Rehabilitation and Reintegration (Kenya)
Introduction The Street Families Rehabilitation Trust Fund, commonly known as SFRTF, is a Kenyan public trust fund that coordinates and finances programs supporting homeless, destitute, vulnerable and street-connected people. History and Background The Street Families Rehabilitation Trust Fund was established on 11 March 2003 through Legal Gazette Notice No. 1558 under the former Local Government… [Read More]
Integrity Watch Afghanistan: Advancing Transparency, Accountability and Citizen Oversight (Afghanistan)
Introduction Integrity Watch Afghanistan is an Afghan civil society organization that promotes transparency, accountability, integrity, active citizenship, and community participation in the monitoring of public services and development projects. History and Background Integrity Watch Afghanistan was created in October 2005 and became an independent civil society organization in 2006. Its head office is located in… [Read More]
TANGO2 Research Foundation: Advancing Research and Treatments for TANGO2 Deficiency Disorder
Introduction The TANGO2 Research Foundation is a patient-led nonprofit organization that funds and coordinates scientific research, supports affected families, promotes early diagnosis, and works toward effective treatments and a cure for TANGO2 Deficiency Disorder. History and Background TANGO2 Deficiency Disorder, commonly known as TDD, was first identified as a distinct human genetic disease in 2016… [Read More]
Stillbirth Foundation Australia: Supporting Research, Education and Advocacy to Prevent Stillbirth (Australia)
Introduction Stillbirth Foundation Australia is an independent national charity that funds research, promotes education, raises public awareness, and advocates for policies that reduce the incidence and impact of stillbirth in Australia. History and Background Stillbirth Foundation Australia was established in 2005 by Emma McLeod OAM after her daughter, Olivia Kate, died in utero at 36… [Read More]
