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WHO WE ARE
We’re a pioneering philanthropy that promotes the well-being of humanity by finding new solutions, building unlikely partnerships, and taking a business-like approach to deliver results for Americans and people around the world.

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Our Big Bets in Action

In a school in Kenya, kids now carry books instead of firewood to class. Why? The Rockefeller Foundation and our partners built a solar-powered kitchen for a MrBeast school in Kenya. Take a look at the work — over just two weeks — that went into ensuring school children have access to a healthy, nutritious school lunch.

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112 Years of Driving Change

From our initial grant to the American Red Cross a century ago, The Rockefeller Foundation’s history is marked by bold initiatives, breakthroughs, and unique partnerships, driving transformative change toward a more equitable and resilient world.

Our History