Foundation for a Smoke-Free World

The Foundation for a Smoke-Free World, founded in 2017, is an organization dedicated to reducing smoking harm globally. Its core mission is to accelerate the end of smoking by supporting research and initiatives that promote smoking cessation and harm reduction. The Foundation offers grants and funding for scientific research, public health initiatives, and the development of safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes. Its market focus includes both high-income and low- and middle-income countries, aiming to address smoking-related health disparities worldwide.

Notably funded by Philip Morris International, the Foundation has faced scrutiny due to its financial ties to the tobacco industry. Despite this, it has garnered attention for its significant funding commitments, including an initial $80 million annually and a revised pledge of $35 million annually from 2022 through 2029. Key achievements include funding various research projects and public health campaigns aimed at reducing smoking prevalence. The overall impact of the Foundation remains a subject of debate, balancing its contributions to smoking harm reduction with concerns over its tobacco industry affiliation.