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This request for proposals seeks innovative research to elucidate new pathways or mechanisms associated with growth restriction, stunting, and wasting during the first 1,000 days following conception. The program addresses three developmental segments: prenatal, infants from birth to 6 months, and infants from 6 to 24 months, with a focus on discovering novel interventions for the developing world.
This challenge aims to catalyze the development of innovative technologies and approaches for safe and effective vaginal delivery of various products. Proposals should focus on formulations that support the vaginal milieu and have user appeal, incorporating high-quality end-user input to enhance self-care capabilities for women's health.
Gates Foundation Trust is a private trust based in KIRKLAND, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. The principal officer is % William H Gates Iii. It holds total assets of $77.6B. Annual income is reported at $231.7B. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Gates Foundation Trust has made 10 grants totaling $34.3B, with a median grant of $6.8B. The foundation has distributed between $5.5B and $12.3B annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $12.3B distributed across 4 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $6.1B to $7.8B, with an average award of $6.9B. Grant recipients are concentrated in Washington. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Gates Foundation Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 10 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA.
Gates Foundation Trust has distributed a total of $34.3B across 10 grants. The median grant size is $6.8B, with an average of $6.9B. Individual grants have ranged from $6.1B to $7.8B.
Gates Foundation Trust typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Gates Foundation Trust is headquartered in KIRKLAND, WA.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William H Gates Iii | TRUSTEE AND CEO | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Melinda French Gates | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Carolyn Ainslie | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Keith Traverse | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Connie Collingsworth End 1122023 | ASSISTANT SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$8.3B
Total Assets
$75.5B
Fair Market Value
$75.5B
Net Worth
$75.2B
Grants Paid
$7.8B
Contributions
$4B
Net Investment Income
$7.3B
Distribution Amount
$3.4B
Total: $65.2B
Total Grants
10
Total Giving
$34.3B
Average Grant
$6.9B
Median Grant
$6.8B
Unique Recipients
1
Most Common Grant
$6.8B
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationTO FUND THE CHARITABLE PURPOSES OF THE FOUNDATION | Seattle, WA | $7.8B | 2023 |
Seeking innovative solutions for the early detection, prevention, and treatment of preeclampsia. The challenge focuses on identifying biomarkers to predict risk, developing point-of-care tests, and leveraging digital health or nutritional interventions to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality, particularly in resource-limited settings.
| Lauren Bright Start 1122023 | ASSISTANT SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | $0 |
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