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The Open Society Foundations work to build vibrant and inclusive democracies whose governments are accountable to their people.
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How we work
Every year, the Open Society Foundations give grants to a diverse array of groups and individuals who promote our values—through a unique network that is guided by local voices and global expertise.
$23.0B Total expenditures
Over the past three decades, our giving has focused on supporting people who are trying to make their communities fairer, freer, and more harmonious.
$1.7B 2023 expenditures
Our approach involves focused, time-bound funding interventions, long-term support for partners, and flexible funds to respond to sudden crises.
50,000+ Total Grants Awarded
Our grants—ranging from a few thousand to hundreds of thousands of dollars—are awarded to organizations and individuals in scores of countries around the world.
What we do
The Open Society Foundations are active around the world, using grant giving, research, advocacy, impact investment, and strategic litigation to build a future where everyone can live with rights and dignity.
Where We Work
- Africa
- Asia Pacific
- Europe and Central Asia
- Latin America and the Caribbean
- Middle East and North Africa
- United States
George Soros
George Soros is the founder of the Open Society Foundations. He has given away more than $32 billion of his personal fortune to fund the Open Society Foundations’ work around the world.
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