We Advise
We Advise
The Alliance provides personalized advisory services that match the goals, visions, and desires of new, emerging and current philanthropists. Read More
We Connect
We Connect
The Alliance connects philanthropists and their foundation staffs with Alliance members, as well as a network of highly accomplished and distinguished scientists and researchers in life sciences, physical sciences, and mathematics who are able to provide unmatched insight on how to create the greatest scientific impact. Learn more by visiting Who We Are. Read More
We Inform
We Inform
The Alliance works in tandem with philanthropists, scientists, and research institutions to identify best practices in discovery science funding. We provide regular updates to philanthropists and their foundation staffs about the best approaches for successful science philanthropy. Read More
We Convene
We Convene
To advise and mentor individuals and foundations regarding science philanthropy, the Alliance convenes workshops, scientific immersions, and intimate topic-specific meetings on both science and philanthropy. At these events, globally recognized scientists and philanthropic thought leaders share knowledge, models, and mechanisms for effective science funding. Read More
The Science Philanthropy Alliance was incredibly helpful in our early education in science and helping us think about how we engage in this space. We are very grateful for our ongoing partnership with the Alliance.
PRISCILLA CHAN, CHAN ZUCKERBERG INITIATIVE
Our Alliance
The Science Philanthropy Alliance (Alliance) advances scientific discovery through visionary philanthropy—investing to address society’s most pressing issues. These issues range from fighting the rise and spread of infectious diseases to reversing the harmful effects of environmental changes, and so much more.
We work with distinguished external science advisors representing multiple disciplines; a skilled team of philanthropic advisors; an in-house corps of talented young scientists; and a membership base of leading science funders. By sharing best practices, differing perspectives, and goals, we transform thoughts and desires into effective action plans.
The Alliance provides advisory services and learning opportunities that help philanthropists focus their interests in expanding the world’s scientific knowledge.
Our Mission
The Alliance actively works to increase philanthropic reach and support for science by making investments more impactful and results-driven –thereby catalyzing scientific discovery for the benefit of society and the planet.
We provide a range of advisory services for philanthropists and foundations including but not limited to specialized briefings and landscape reports, unique program design as well as introductions to thought leaders in multiple disciplinary fields.
The Alliance also leverages platforms that generate connection, awareness, and learning. We ensure that members have the foundation and tools they need to bring their goals to fruition.
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Exploring Philanthropy’s Role in Bridging Science, Ethics, and Policy – Members’ Meeting May 7-8, 2024, New York City
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The Science Philanthropy Alliance Congratulates The Brinson Foundation on the Launch of The Brinson Exploration Hub at Caltech
Emily Bolton Joins the Science Philanthropy Alliance as Chief Operating Officer
Members
Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation
Azrieli Foundation
http://www.sloan.org/
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
https://www.gatesfoundation.org/
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Brinson Foundation
Burroughs Wellcome Fund
https://chanzuckerberg.com/
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
https://www.daliophilanthropies.org/
Dalio Philanthropies
https://www.dana.org/
Dana Foundation
David and Claudia Harding Foundation
https://www.ddcf.org/
Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
http://www.heisingsimons.org/
Heising-Simons Foundation
https://www.moore.org/
Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
John Templeton Foundation
http://www.kavlifoundation.org/
The Kavli Foundation
Leinweber Foundation
Leon Levy Foundation
The Lyda Hill Foundation
Open Philanthropy Project
https://pgafamilyfoundation.org/
Paul G. Allen Family Foundation
https://www.prebysfdn.org/
Prebys Foundation
http://www.rescorp.org/
Research Corporation for Science Advancement
Rita Allen Foundation
Ross M. Brown Family Foundation
https://schmidtfutures.com/
Schmidt Futures
Sergey Brin Family Foundation
Shanahan Family Charitable Foundation
The Shurl & Kay Curci Foundation
Simons Foundation
W.M. Keck Foundation
https://www.walderfoundation.org/
Walder Foundation
http://www.wellcome.ac.uk/
Wellcome
Winn Family Foundation
https://www.woodnext.org/