Themes From Our History
Solving Global Problems
From its inception, the Rockefeller Foundation has viewed the world as an interconnected community and has invested in ways to promote global development through systemic change. Learn More >
Investing in New Knowledge & Ideas
The Rockefeller Foundation's support for basic research in fields ranging from physics to plant genetics has played a key role in developing new knowledge in a variety of disciplines and shaping the last century's collective understanding of the world. Learn More >
Developing Individuals and Institutions
The Rockefeller Foundation has long fostered the development of individuals and institutions, cultivating a class of change agents over the last 100 years which has prompted nations throughout the world to adopt new industries, initiatives, and ways of thinking. Learn More >
Connecting People to Catalyze Change
From its earliest efforts, the Rockefeller Foundation has applied the power of networks to identify leaders in a host of fields and connect them with others to promote intellectual and organizational synergies. Learn More >