Overview
Since 1913, The Rockefeller Foundation has pursued our mission to promote the well-being of humanity. We and our partners have helped better the lives of billions of people and transformed the world’s public health, agriculture, and renewable energy systems.
Today, extreme weather and an unpredictable climate threaten people around the world, so we are making bigger bets than ever, and working with our partners to innovate and scale equitable solutions to multiply sustainable energy sources, reduce carbon emissions, and support community-based adaptation measures.
Why it matters
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Impact Stories
Read the stories exploring global work from grantees and partners.
Recent News
- Nov 03 2025Cities Unite to Tackle Deadly Extreme Heat
- Oct 23 2025Bezos Earth Fund Grants $2M to UC Davis and American Heart Association to Advance AI-Designed Foods
- Oct 17 2025Statement by Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, on the Passing of the Right Honorable Raila Amolo Odinga of Kenya