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The Skoll Foundation promotes transformative social change through investments in social entrepreneurs. With a focus on justice and sustainability, it addresses global challenges such as health, climate protection, and racial equity. More information at www.skoll.org.
About Skoll Foundation
editThe Skoll Foundation is a leading organization dedicated to promoting transformative social change. Founded in 1999 by Jeff Skoll, the first employee and president of eBay, the foundation pursues the vision of a sustainable world of peace and prosperity for all. Under the leadership of CEO Don Gips, the foundation is at an exciting turning point in its over two-decade history. With a strong focus on justice, the Skoll Foundation aims to fundamentally change the course of urgent global challenges such as health and pandemics, including economies, climate protection, effective governance, and racial justice.
Key Products and Services
editThe Skoll Foundation invests in social entrepreneurs and innovators who are advancing bold and just solutions to the world's most pressing problems. The foundation has awarded over $935 million globally and invested in 165 organizations of social entrepreneurs across five continents. A central element of the foundation's work is the annual Skoll World Forum, the leading conference for social entrepreneurship, which serves as a platform for the exchange of ideas and the promotion of partnerships.
Mission and Values
editThe mission of the Skoll Foundation is to catalyze transformative social change by investing in social entrepreneurs, connecting them with one another, and promoting their work. The foundation believes that a well-told story can change the world and therefore supports social entrepreneurs whose stories demonstrate what is possible. The foundation's values are based on humility and accountability, and its team is driven by a collective passion for transformative social change.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe Skoll Foundation is committed to promoting sustainability and justice. It works with social innovators who are closest to the challenges they face to advance justice and work towards a sustainable world of peace and prosperity for all. The foundation focuses on issues and places that are ripe for change and have great potential for significant impact. Initiatives include strengthening health systems, promoting effective governance, mobilizing action for a sustainable planet, creating inclusive and sustainable economies, and striving for justice and equality.
The Skoll Foundation is proud to honor the achievements of black innovators and recognize their transformative impact. This vision inspires the foundation's ongoing commitment to social change. For more information, visit the Skoll Foundation's website at www.skoll.org.