Skoll Foundation: Funding and empowering social entrepreneurs for transformative global change.
Founded
1999
Location
Palo Alto, CA, US
The Skoll Foundation, founded by Jeff Skoll in 1999, is a U.S.-based philanthropic organization dedicated to driving transformational social change. Its core mission is to invest in, connect, and champion social entrepreneurs and innovators who develop bold and equitable solutions to the world’s most pressing issues. The foundation focuses on fostering a sustainable world of peace and prosperity for all through strategic funding and support of initiatives that address critical global challenges.
Notable individuals associated with the Skoll Foundation include founder Jeff Skoll, a prominent philanthropist and former president of eBay. The foundation has achieved significant impact by supporting numerous social enterprises and initiatives worldwide. Its key achievements include funding groundbreaking projects in community safety, indigenous storytelling, and social impact leadership. Through its efforts, the Skoll Foundation has substantially contributed to advancing social entrepreneurship and fostering systemic change on a global scale.
