Get Involved

We work with partner organizations to help solve the world’s most challenging problems.

But some of our best resources in the fight against extreme poverty, disease, and educational inequity are the individuals who take action in their own communities. Our Global Citizen and Foundation Cares programs help communities and organizations join in our effort to improve the lives of people around the world.

2016 CEO Letter

Sue Desmond Hellman reflects on her first two years as CEO by asking one question that drives our work at the Gates Foundation: What if?

Foundation Cares Our Foundation Cares program helps connect NGOs and community organizations with foundation partners and employees in our regional offices for opportunities such as board member and volunteer matching and guest speakers. Connect with us
Gates Philanthropy Partners Gates Philanthropy Partners provides individuals with a streamlined, transparent way to support grantees and programs of the Gates Foundation that are improving the lives of the world’s poorest – all while leveraging the foundation’s resources, experience, and partnerships. Learn more
Impatient Optimists Find stories from the people working every day to help alleviate poverty, to help promote health, and to help every student in the United States realize his or her full potential. Join the community
Global Citizen Global Citizen is an initiative to recruit tens of millions of people to learn about global issues and take action to end extreme poverty. Everyone—from ordinary citizens to governments, businesses, and charities—has a role to play. Unlock your power

Visit Our Blog

General Information

Resources & Media

Global Health

Global Development

Global Growth & Opportunity

U.S. Program

Global Policy & Advocacy

General Information

Resources for Grantees

Quick Links

DISCOVERY CENTER

General Information

Resources & Media

Global Health

Global Development

Global Growth & Opportunity

U.S. Program

Global Policy & Advocacy

General Information

Resources for Grantees

Quick Links

PLEASE REVIEW OUR UPDATED PRIVACY & COOKIES NOTICE