United Nations Foundation

The United Nations Foundation is a charitable organization established in 1998 by philanthropist Ted Turner. Based in Washington, D.C., its mission is to support the United Nations and address global challenges through a $1 billion gift to the UN. The Foundation focuses on advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and supports various UN initiatives related to climate change, global health, gender equality, human rights, and more. The Foundation mobilizes philanthropy, business, media, and civil society to support UN causes and scale solutions globally. It manages global campaigns and alliances, such as Nothing But Nets for malaria prevention and the Measles & Rubella Initiative. Additionally, it hosts the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data and leads fundraising efforts for global crises, including the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund. The UN Foundation connects diverse stakeholders, including governments, philanthropic organizations, and the public, to amplify their collective impact on global development and humanitarian issues.