Ensuring better, longer lives for the greatest number of people

Who We Are

Bloomberg Philanthropies works to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people by focusing on five key areas: the arts, education, the environment, government innovation, and public health.

Encompassing all of Mike Bloomberg’s giving, Bloomberg Philanthropies includes his foundation, corporate, and personal philanthropy as well as Bloomberg Associates, a pro bono consultancy that works with mayors in cities around the world.

Mike has committed the vast majority of the profits from Bloomberg L.P., the global financial technology, data, and media company that he founded in 1981, to support the work of Bloomberg Philanthropies.

Bloomberg Philanthropies works to improve the lives of millions of people in more than 700 cities and 150 countries. In 2024, Bloomberg Philanthropies invested $3.7 billion around the world. Over his lifetime, Mike has so far given $21.1 billion to philanthropy.

Michael R. Bloomberg

Founder

“There is a growing movement of big cities and small towns that are striving to use data to improve the performance of government and the lives of their citizens.”

Patricia E. Harris

CEO

“At Bloomberg Philanthropies we believe that collaboration has an exponential effect on everything that we do.”

Leadership

Learn more about the team leading Bloomberg Philanthropies’ work across every initiative.

James Anderson

Government Innovation

Allison Jaffin

Chief Operating Officer

What We Do

We provide grants and donations to support impactful, legitimate projects and organizations across a range of sectors. Our mission is to fund initiatives that drive measurable change, promote innovation, and serve the public good. Whether through direct financial support or strategic partnerships, we help individuals and institutions turn meaningful ideas into lasting impact.

HERE ARE GRANTS AND CAMPAIGNS WE HAVE SUPPORTED SO FAR:

DO YOU WANT TO APPLY FOR GRANT OR DONATIONS?

How To Apply:

Align Your Mission & Program

Prepare a Professional Grant Letter ( if you don't have contact support specialist)

Compile Supporting Documents

Build Organizational Credibility

Make Thoughtful Initial Contact

Follow Up Respectfully

Note:

If a grant letter has not yet been prepared or the application process is unclear, it's important to begin with a solid foundation. Our support team is equipped to provide the structure, clarity, and documentation needed to move forward effectively. Starting with the right guidance ensures your request is aligned, complete, and professionally presented from the outset.

APPLY NOW

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