Introduction The Robert Silvers Foundation is a philanthropic organization established to honor the legacy of Robert B. Silvers, the long-time editor and co-founder of The New York Review of Books. The foundation supports initiatives that promote intellectual inquiry, cultural criticism, literary excellence, and the arts, reflecting Silvers’ lifelong commitment to rigorous thinking and public discourse…. [Read More]
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RISE Global Foundation: Empowering Communities Through Sustainable and Inclusive Development
Introduction RISE Global Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing sustainable development, social equity, and community empowerment across diverse regions. By supporting innovative, grassroots, and impact-driven initiatives, the foundation works to address systemic challenges related to education, livelihoods, health, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. Through strategic partnerships and grantmaking, RISE Global Foundation aims to… [Read More]
Transatlantic Foundation: Promoting Cooperation, Civil Society Resilience, and Democratic Values Across the Atlantic
Introduction – What Is the Transatlantic Foundation? The Transatlantic Foundation (TF) is the European and EU-registered arm of the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF), operating from its Brussels office to independently promote cooperation and understanding between the United States and Europe on key transatlantic issues and global challenges. The Foundation also focuses… [Read More]
Eastern Europe Foundation: Strengthening Civil Society and Development in Ukraine
Introduction – What Is the Eastern Europe Foundation? The Eastern Europe Foundation (often branded as the East Europe Foundation or EEF) is a Ukrainian nonprofit charitable foundation focused on fostering civil society development, effective governance, community resilience, and socioeconomic growth across Ukraine. Established with roots in the Eurasia Foundation network, it has grown into one… [Read More]
Hermon Slade Foundation: Supporting Scientific Research for Environmental Sustainability
Introduction – What Is the Hermon Slade Foundation? The Hermon Slade Foundation is a philanthropic research grant-making foundation based in Australia that provides competitive funding to universities and research organisations for projects in the biological and biophysical sciences. Its core purpose is to support high-quality scientific research that enhances natural resource management, conserves biodiversity, and… [Read More]
World Food Prize Foundation: Championing Global Food Security and Innovation
Introduction – What Is the World Food Prize Foundation? The World Food Prize Foundation is a U.S.-based nonprofit organisation dedicated to recognising achievements in food and agriculture that improve the quality, quantity, and availability of food globally. Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, the foundation administers the prestigious World Food Prize, convenes thought leadership events, and… [Read More]
EQT Foundation: Catalysing Scientific Innovation and Entrepreneurial Impact
Introduction — What Is the EQT Foundation? The EQT Foundation is an independent philanthropic and impact-oriented foundation created by partners of the global investment organisation EQT AB. It exists to support scientists, entrepreneurs, and agents of change working on breakthrough solutions that contribute to a more inclusive, regenerative, and positive future. The foundation backs early-stage… [Read More]
Tällberg Foundation – Inspiring Global Leadership and New Thinking for a New World
Introduction – What Is the Tällberg Foundation? The Tällberg Foundation is a non-profit, nomadic platform and global convening organisation legally domiciled in Sweden, with offices in Stockholm and New York. It was founded in 1981 by Swedish business leader Bo Ekman to explore the major social, technological, environmental, and political challenges facing the world and… [Read More]
Trust for Sustainable Living: Empowering Sustainability Education Globally
Introduction – Overview of the Trust for Sustainable Living The Trust for Sustainable Living (TSL) is a UK-registered charity focused on sustainability education and engagement worldwide. Operating from The Living Rainforest visitor centre in West Berkshire, England, TSL inspires students, educators, community members and organisations to learn about, discuss, and act on sustainability challenges. The… [Read More]
NLnet Foundation: Supporting Open, Secure, and Decentralised Internet Technologies
Introduction The NLnet Foundation (Dutch: Stichting NLnet) is a nonprofit, philanthropic foundation based in Amsterdam that supports the development of an open internet for everyone. With roots stretching back to the early days of the internet in Europe, NLnet funds and empowers projects that strengthen the internet’s security, openness, decentralisation, and resilience. History and Background… [Read More]
