Introduction The Merck Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, dedicated to improving healthcare access, medical education, and scientific research worldwide. Established in 2017, the foundation focuses on building sustainable healthcare capacity, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, through education, training, and research support. History and Background Merck Foundation was created to… [Read More]
Women and Gender
International Women’s Media Foundation – Empowering Women Journalists Worldwide
Introduction The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the role of women in journalism and media. Established in 1990, the foundation works to ensure women journalists have equal opportunities, safety, and resources to report freely and accurately around the world. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the IWMF supports women… [Read More]
Kazickas Family Foundation – Empowering Education, Culture & Innovation
Introduction The Kazickas Family Foundation (KFF) is a major Lithuanian philanthropic organization committed to advancing education, culture, civil society, and community development in Lithuania and beyond. Founded in 1997 by the Kazickas family — one of Lithuania’s most influential entrepreneurial families — the foundation channels grants, scholarships, and strategic funding to projects that strengthen societal… [Read More]
LedBy Foundation: Empowering Women Leaders and Driving Inclusive Change
Introduction – Overview of the LedBy Foundation The LedBy Foundation is a global non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women leaders, particularly women from marginalized and underrepresented communities. The foundation supports women to lead social change through leadership development, mentorship, and capacity-building programs. History and Background The LedBy Foundation was established to address the persistent gender… [Read More]
Rule Foundation: Championing Rainbow, Takatāpui & MVPFAFF+ Wellbeing in Aotearoa New Zealand
Introduction – Overview of the Rule Foundation The Rule Foundation is a dedicated charitable trust in Aotearoa New Zealand that provides grant funding and support for rainbow, takatāpui, and MVPFAFF+ communities. Registered as a charity under the Charities Act 2005 (Charity Number CC39280), the Rule Foundation focuses on advancing the health, wellbeing, visibility, and inclusion… [Read More]
London Community Foundation: Strengthening London’s Communities Through Strategic Philanthropy
Introduction – Overview of the London Community Foundation The London Community Foundation is a registered UK charity and community foundation dedicated to building stronger and more equitable communities across London, England. Established in its current pan-London form in 2012, the Foundation brings together previously separate local community foundations into a city-wide philanthropic institution that channels… [Read More]
