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US. Annual Report with grant application guidelines and procedures.
http://www.castlerockfoundation.com
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The Baker-King Fund, Inc.
Baltimore-based, supports organizations helping under-served segments of society. Gives board
members and offers suggestions for proposals.
http://home.earthlink.net/~bakerking/
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The Arca Foundation
Focuses on government policy and politics. Includes grant guidelines and an overview of the review
process.
http://www.arcafoundation.org/
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Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
Dedicated to improving the quality of life by funding projects in higher education, scientific
research, the environment and the San Francisco Bay Area.
http://www.moore.org/
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The Glaser Progress Foundation
Various programs including animal advocacy and open media. Presents foundation information,
programs areas, and grant requests guidelines.
http://www.progressproject.org/
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Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
Resources on individual and corporate giving, for foundations and financial advisors.
http://www.givingforum.org
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The Howard Gilman Foundation
Supports performing arts in New York City, the White Oak Plantation in Florida as a wildlife refuge
and retreat center, and cardiovascular research at Weill Medical College of Cornell University.
Lists current grantees and staff.
http://www.howardgilman.org
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Funders Network on Trade and Globalization
Association of grantmakers in areas of environmentally sustainable, human-centered and just
economic development. Lists members and provides resources in issue areas.
http://www.fntg.org
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The Hitachi Foundation
Multi-year grants in specific initiative areas, as well as employee matching funds and awards for
students participating in community service. Includes reports from grantees and financial
information.
http://www.hitachifoundation.org
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The Isabel Allende Foundation
Established in homage to Paula Frias, Isabel's daughter through grants and scholarships in
literacy, shelter, healthcare, education, and peace. Contact information, description of programs.
[English/Spanish]
http://www.isabelallendefoundation.org/
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Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation
Funding emphasis on underprivileged youth and overpopulation, geographic emphasis on New York City
and the Near East. Gives grant guidelines, recipients, financial statements, foundation history,
and board of directors.
http://www.chdodgefoundation.org
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Waitt Family Foundation
Partners with community resident-led efforts that seek to understand their pasts, identify current
assets and challenges, and take action. Site includes foundation history, grant application and
guidelines, and program news.
http://www.waittfoundation.org/
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Jack D. Hidary Foundation
Supports programs in economic development, international sffairs, philanthropy benchmarks,
healthcare, education, and the arts. Gives grant application guidelines and describes current
initiatives.
http://www.hidaryfoundation.org
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The Nippon Foundation
Work areas are international cooperative assistance, maritime development, and Japanese social
welfare and volunteer support. Articles on current projects, how to apply, and information on
foundation history and staff. [English/Japanese]
http://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/
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Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation
Funds animal welfare, education, and environment, as well as New Jersey arts and Morris County
issues, as well as operating programs in these areas. Describes current and former programs.
http://www.grdodge.org
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The Wallace Foundation
Objectives are to strengthen education leadership, improve after-school learning opportunities, and
expand participation in arts and culture. Gives information on strategies, finances, results, and
employment.
http://www.wallacefunds.org
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Hedge Funds Care (HFC)
US-based organization whose local chapters raise and disburse funds for child abuse programs.
Describes methodology, lists current recipients, and offers donation opportunities.
http://www.hedgefundscare.com
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Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation
Funds as well as operates programs in the areas of learning differences and human services. Gives
funding guidelines and descriptions of current initiatives.
http://www.schwabfoundation.org/
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Association of Small Foundations
National association of foundations with small staffs. Provides forum for members to discuss
operations and management issues related to small foundations.
http://www.smallfoundations.org
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Modest Needs
Offers grants from funds raised from individual donors. Ledger, financial statements, testimonials,
resources, and participation information provided.
http://www.modestneeds.org/
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The Asia Foundation
Seeks to advance the mutual interests of the United States and the Asia-Pacific region, makign
grants in the areas of governance, law, and civil society; women's political participation;
economic reform and development; and international relations. Guidelines and project lists
available.
http://www.asiafoundation.org/
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NEC Foundation of America
Cash grants to nonprofit organizations for programs with national reach and impact in one or both
of the following arenas: science and technology education, principally at the secondary level,
and/or assistive technology for people with disabilities.
http://www.necfoundation.org
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PGA Foundations
Details the many foundations created by Paul Allen (co-founder of Microsoft).
http://www.pgafoundations.com/
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Eisenhower Fellowships
Organizes and funds networking between potential leaders in the United States and those in other
countries. Includes selection criteria.
http://eisenhowerfellowships.org/
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Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
Mission is to improve the quality of people's lives by preserving natural environments, seeking
cures for diseases, and nurturing the arts.
http://fdncenter.org/grantmaker/dorisduke/
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The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
Provides grants to nonprofit organizations in the following broad program areas: conservation;
population; science; children, families, and communities; arts; and organizational effectiveness
and philanthropy. The foundation provides national and international grants, and also has a special
focus on the Northern California counties of San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Monterey.
http://www.packard.org/
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Atlas Economic Research Foundation
Helps to create, develop, advise, and support independent public policy research institutes
internationally.
http://www.atlasusa.org/
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The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Private foundation dedicated to improving health and healthcare for Americans. Details on grant
applications, information on grantees, and reports on the results of funded programs as well as
Foundation press releases, publications and reports.
http://www.rwjf.org/
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Markle Foundation
A private, not-for-profit philanthropy promoting the development of communications industries that
address public needs. Programs in three different areas: Policy for a Networked Society,
Interactive Media for Children, and Information Technologies for Better Health.
http://www.markle.org/
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Turner Foundation
Makes grants in the areas of the environment and population. Includes information about the
foundation and its interests, plus grant application materials.
http://www.turnerfoundation.org/
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Cottonwood Foundation
Provides grants to grassroots organizations worldwide that combine protecting the environment,
promoting cultural diversity, empowering people to meet their basic needs, and relying on volunteer
efforts.
http://www.cottonwoodfdn.org
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The Samuel H. Kress Foundation
Offers grants and fellowships that promote the enjoyment and understanding of European Art and
Architecture.
http://www.kressfoundation.org
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Alexander Onassis Public Benefit Foundation
Supports medical research and scholarship, Greek cultural efforts, and environmental work among
many other causes, both Greek and international.
http://www.onassis.gr/english/main/index.html
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Lindbergh Foundation
Furthering Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh's shared vision of a balance between technological
advancement and environmental preservation. Describes mission and programs, foundation history, how
to apply for grants, and related topics.
http://www.lindberghfoundation.org/
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Pew Internet and American Life Project
Creates and funds original, academic-quality research that explores the impact of the Internet on
children, families, communities, the work place, schools, health care and civic/political life.
http://www.pewinternet.org/
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The Clarence Foundation
Venture philanthropy which seeks out and supports innovative and successful grassroots
organizations. Information on giving opportunities, vision, programs, and leadership.
http://www.theclarencefoundation.org/
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Andrus Family Fund
Provides funding for social change under programs for foster care and for community
reconciliation.
http://affund.org/
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Milken Family Foundation
Funds initiatives in education and medical research.
http://www.mff.org/
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Oak Foundation
An international philanthropy funding projects in conservation, human rights, abuse, housing,
learning disabilities, and other social justice issues. Annual report, guidelines for grant
applications, and contact info.
http://www.oakfnd.org/
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America's Charities
Organization that raises money for charities through charitable giving campaigns in the workplace
through payroll deduction.
http://www.charities.org
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John Templeton Foundation
It is the foundation's purpose to stimulate a high standard of excellence in scholarly
understanding which can serve to encourage further worldwide explorations of the moral and
spiritual dimensions of the universe and of the human potential within its ultimate purpose.
http://www.templeton.org/
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The Bradley Foundation
Private foundation which supports conservative causes and public policy organizations.
http://www.bradleyfdn.org/
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The Kahanoff Foundation
Private Canadian foundation funding traditional and innovative charitable programs in Canada and
Israel in the areas of health, education, culture, social services, philanthropy and community
development, and research.
http://www.kahanoff.com/
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Peace and Security Funders Group
Purpose is to enhance the effectiveness of the network of grantmakers supporting work in the area
of peace and security.
http://www.peaceandsecurity.org
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Mustard Seed Foundation
A Christian grant-making organization partnering with churches all over the world.
http://www.msfdn.org
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The Lifebridge Foundation
A grant-making United Nations - affiliated NGO promoting the interconnectedness of all life and the
Oneness of Humanity.
http://www.lifebridge.org
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The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation
Supporting programs and organizations that create opportunity, enhance self-esteem and increase
awareness about cultural and community issues among young men and women.
http://www.BlankFoundation.org
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Benton Foundation
Works with other groups such as National Urban League, AOL, National Endowment for the Arts to help
provide solutions for bridging the digital divide. Links to various foundations including Ford,
Kellogg. Offers free on-line versions of reports dealing with technology and access.
http://www.benton.org/
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Laura Jane Musser Fund
Charitable foundation supporting arts, children, youth, rural and intercultural issues.
http://www.musserfund.org
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Feinstein Foundation
Information about programs to fight hunger and to provide education and scholarships, founded by
philanthropist and humanitarian Alan Shawn Feinstein.
http://www.feinsteinfoundation.com/
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Lance Winslow III Foundation
Mission is to raise funds for youth groups and local community organizations.
http://www.lancewinslow.org/
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Echoing Green
Applies a venture capital approach to philanthropy by providing seed money and technical support to
individuals creating innovative public service projects that seek to catalyze positive social
change.
http://www.echoinggreen.org/
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Jewish Fund for Justice
A public foundation that supports grassroots organizations in which low-income people are
rebuilding their communities and changing the conditions that perpetuate poverty.
http://www.jfjustice.org/
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Brett Family Foundation
A grant making nonprofit organization that supports progressive charities and public policy
initiations which help disadvantaged youth, improve public education, and create caring
communities, particularly in Boulder, Denver, and the state of Colorado.
http://www.brettfoundation.org/
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Tides Foundation
Donor-advised grants to nonprofits working toward social change in the US and abroad.
http://www.tides.org/
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The Kresge Foundation
Annual report, program information and FAQs for this independent, private foundation.
http://www.kresge.org/
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Public Entity Risk Institute
Programs seek to advance the state and practice of risk management, disaster management, and
environmental liability management, especially among smaller organizations.
http://www.riskinstitute.org/
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Vanguard Charitable Endowment
Allows an individual to setup a charitable fund and choose which charities will benefit.
http://www.vanguardcharitable.org
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Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund (U.S.)
Supports charitable activities that directly benefit people in need, giving priority to
under-served issues and groups within the fund's priority areas.
http://www.usdianafund.org/
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The Rotary Foundation
A not-for-profit corporation that supports the efforts of Rotary International to achieve world
understanding and peace through international humanitarian, educational, and cultural exchange
programs.
http://www.rotary.org/foundation/
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Bullitt Foundation
Committed to the protection and restoration of the environment of the Pacific Northwest.
http://www.bullitt.org/
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Broadcasters' Foundation
Provides anonymous financial assistance to fellow radio and television broadcasters who are in
acute need.
http://www.broadcastersfoundation.org
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The Brainerd Foundation
Dedicated to protecting the environment of the Pacific Northwest
http://www.brainerd.org/
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The Astraea National Lesbian Action Foundation
A source of financial support for organizations and projects that are lesbian-led and/or lesbian
focused.
http://www.astraea.org/
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TKF Foundation
Gives to open spaces, sacred places and community greening projects that nurture the human spirit
and foster a sense of community in greater Washington, D.C., Annapolis, Maryland, and Baltimore,
Maryland.
http://www.tkffdn.org/
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The Gladys Brooks Foundation
Purpose is to provide for the intellectual, moral and physical welfare of the people of this
country by establishing and supporting non-profit libraries, educational institutions, hospitals
and clinics.
http://www.gladysbrooksfoundation.org/
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Common Counsel Foundation
Consortium of family foundations and individual donors committed to funding economic, environmental
and social justice initiatives.
http://www.commoncounsel.org/
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Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Supports initiatives in education, world health and population, and community giving in the Pacific
Northwest.
http://www.gatesfoundation.org/
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Charitable Gift Fund
Helping people find better and smarter ways to give to philanthropy, for example through pooled
giving.
http://www.charitable-gift.org/
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Rockefeller Family Fund (RFF)
A family philanthropy located in New York City. RFF supports a wide range of environmental,
political participation and reform, women's rights, and other domestic activist-oriented nonprofit
groups. It also provides funding to help nonprofits operate more effectively and to enable them to
gain greater financial self-sufficiency.
http://www.rffund.org/
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New Israel Fund
Non-partisan philanthropic partnership of North Americans, Israelis, and Europeans. It supports a
network of non-government organizations in Israel that safeguard civil and human rights, promote
Jewish-Arab equality and coexistence, advance the status of women, foster tolerance and pluralism,
bridge social and economic gaps, pursue environmental justice, and encourage government
accountability.
http://www.nif.org/
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The European Foundation Centre
To promote and underpin the work of foundations and corporate funders active in and with Europe.
http://www.efc.be/
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Council on Foundations
A nonprofit membership association of grantmaking foundations and
corporations.
Our mission is to promote responsible and effective
philanthropy by assisting
existing and future grantmakers.
http://www.cof.org/
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Charles Stewart Mott Foundation
Offers grants related to civil and human rights, environment, poverty. Includes issue/theme-based
publications, searchable database of recent Mott-funded initiatives, links to a host of grantee
websites and grant application procedures.
http://www.mott.org/
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Rockefeller Brothers Fund
Dedicated to improving the well-being of people in transition to global interdependence.
http://www.rbf.org/
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Grable Foundation
Supporting programs that help children develop by improving educational opportunities, supporting
community efforts, and strengthening families.
http://www.grablefdn.org
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The Rockefeller Foundation
Endowed by John D. Rockefeller and chartered in 1913 for the well-being of people throughout the
world. It is one of America's oldest private foundations and one of the few with strong
international interests.
http://www.rockfound.org/
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Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund
The fund is primarily interested in organizations and projects that have an impact on the City of
San Francisco and local Bay Area communities. Other interests include domestic organizations
providing support to Israel and national and international projects that address environmental and
population issues.
http://www.goldmanfund.org/
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John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Home Page
The Foundation only supports individuals. It does not make grants to institutions or organizations.
http://www.gf.org/
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Mega Foundation
Helping severely gifted individuals to reach their potential and find camaraderie. Also funds
research efforts.
http://www.megafoundation.org
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The MacArthur Foundation
programs, how to apply, research, reports, recent announcements, and other materials.
http://www.macfdn.org/
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The Henry Luce Foundation
Focuses on American art, Asia, environment, theology, higher education, and women in science.
Includes guidelines and recent awards.
http://www.hluce.org/
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A Directory of Charitable Grantmakers
Browse the foundation directory, pick a listed foundation, search any foundation's information page
or search any foundation's home page. Foundation home pages may contain downloadable information
such as grant applications, periodical and financial reports, and e-mail capabilities.
http://www.foundations.org/
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Helen Bader Foundation
Milwaukee-based foundation supports programs related to health, economics, education, and Jewish
life and learning.
http://www.hbf.org/
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Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Makes grants to institutions in higher education, in cultural affairs and the performing arts, in
population, in conservation and the environment, and in public affairs.
http://www.mellon.org/
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The Foundation Center
Features a directory of private philanthropic and grant making foundations on the Internet. Also
offers grant writing tips and sample proposals.
http://www.fdncenter.org
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W.K.Kellogg Foundation
Focuses on improving current and future communities' quality of life in the United States, Latin
America, Caribbean, and southern Africa.
http://www.WKKF.org/
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Carnegie Corporation of New York
Areas funded include education and international development. Includes complete guidelines for both
grants and the Carnegie Corporation Scholars program.
http://www.carnegie.org/
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Ford Foundation
The foundation's goals are to strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice,
promote international cooperation and advance human achievement . The foundation works mainly by
making grants or loans that build knowledge and strengthen organizations and networks.
http://www.fordfound.org/
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Foundation for the Evolution of the Human Spirit - Fund for Earth and Humanity
Program to support individuals and organizations that have a vision for a program or project for
the health and healing of the Earth and Humanity, but don't have the necessary resources to do so.
http://www.fehs.org/fund.htm
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