Giving in the US, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, and also on a global basis. They work and make grants in nine interconnected areas that together, we believe, can help challenge inequality: Civic Engagement and Government; Creativity and Free Expression; Disability Rights; Future of Work(ers); Gender, Racial and Ethnic Justice; Global Governance; Mission Investments; natural Resources and Climate Change; Technology and Society.

Legal requirements: Not for profit, Academic institution, Nonprofit legal entity (inc. assn, company, coop. or trust), Registered Charity, Charitable trust, Incorporated society/group, Academic institution

Undergraduate scholarships; personal needs or business assistance; health care; vehicle purchase; student loan repayment; inventions. Limited support for after-school programs, athletic leagues, orphanages and elder care.

By Invitation / relationship. The majority of our grants are identified by the foundation with the aim of achieving the greatest impact. Each program has its own strategy and comprehensive selection process. Details and guidelines at: https://www.fordfoundation.org/work/our-grants/grant-opportunities/