Skoll Foundation Secures $25M to Empower Bold Social Change Worldwide

We are excited to announce that the Skoll Foundation has successfully raised $25,000,000 to further its mission of catalyzing transformational social change. Founded in 1999 by Jeff Skoll—the first employee and President of eBay—the Skoll Foundation has stood at the forefront of social innovation for over two decades. With an unwavering commitment to fostering a sustainable world of peace and prosperity, the Foundation invests in and connects social entrepreneurs and innovators who tackle the most pressing global challenges. Under the strategic leadership of CEO Don Gips, this latest infusion of capital comes at an exciting inflection point as the organization pivots to place equity at the core of its evolving strategy. The raised funds are set to accelerate efforts to address urgent issues such as health and pandemics, inclusive economies, climate action, effective governance, and racial justice. By channeling this capital into its portfolio of 165 organizations across five continents, the Foundation continues to nurture bold ideas and equitable solutions that have already reached nearly a billion dollars in global impact over the past 20 years. This financial boost will not only empower existing initiatives but also enable the Foundation to expand its influential platforms, including the annual Skoll World Forum—the premier gathering for social entrepreneurship—and its impactful collaborations with partners like PBS NewsHour and the Sundance Institute. As the Skoll Foundation builds on its rich history of change-making, this funding round marks a pivotal step in the quest to drive systemic change, amplify community voices, and foster innovative solutions that pave the way for a brighter, more equitable future. For more details about our work and upcoming initiatives, please visit www.skoll.org.