Philanthropy

Program Name: Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA, California Agency: Program Source: Description: To achieve significant, lasting and measurable results in environmental conservation, science, patient care, and the San Francisco Bay Area. A set of core values—impact, integrity, disciplined approach, and collaboration—directs the...

Program Name: Schmidt Family Foundation Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: The Schmidt Family Foundation supports efforts, using best expert information, to help transform the world’s environmental and energy practices in the 21th century. Our mission, at its broadest, is to advance the creation of...

Program Name: Waitt Foundation Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: The primary mission of the Waitt Foundation is to protect our oceans from the harmful impacts of overfishing. We target creation of marine protected areas, engaging stakeholders to improve the management of fisheries, fostering...

Program Name: Wells Fargo Corporate Giving Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: Supported over 19,000 non-profits working in Home Ownership, Education, Community Development, Supplier Diversity, Team Member Giving, and the Environment. $213 Million in 2011. Website: http://www.wellsfargo.com/about/charitable...

Program Name: Woodcock Foundation Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: Support constructive systemic change to improve society and the quality of life, locally, nationally and internationally. Support unusually able, innovative individuals who can contribute to such change. Grant themes determined on a case by...

Program Name: Surdna Foundation Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: Seeks to foster sustainable communities in the United States—communities guided by principles of social justice and distinguished by healthy environments, strong local economies, and thriving cultures. Strengthen local economies by working with local organizations. ...

Program Name: Skoll Foundation Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: Provide support for social entrepreneurs whether individuals or organizations. Fund a $20 million program in program-related and mission-aligned investments. Primary focus is on developing countries. Sustainable markets program has marine fisheries components. Awarded...

Program Name: Pew Environmental Group Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: Protection of endangered species with a particular emphasis on marine fisheries, the effects of climate change on the oceans. Works with international institutions, governments and fishing communities to end overfishing, rebuild depleted fish populations...

Program Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: Protect, restore and enhance our nation's fish, wildlife, plants and habitats Engineer creative solutions to address conservation challenges Create common ground between public and private sectors. Fisheries Innovation Fund helps fishermen and...

Program Name: Kresge Foundation Resource Type: Philanthropy State: USA Agency: Program Source: Description: Priority program areas are Arts and Culture, Community Development, Education, Environment (Adaption to Climate Change, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy), Health, Human Services. Possible relevance through Community Development, and Energy Efficiency issues. $3 Billion in assets,...