Supporters

Founding Partners

• AOL LLC

  AOL LLC and its subsidiaries operate a leading network of Web brands and the largest Internet access subscription service in the United States. Web brands include the AOL.com(R) website, AIM(R), MapQuest(R) and Netscape(R). AOL offers a range of digital services in the areas of education, safety and security, communications and music. The company also has operations in Europe and Canada. AOL, which is based in Dulles, Virginia, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Time Warner Inc. (NYSE: TWX).

• Cisco Systems, Inc.

  Cisco Systems, Inc. is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Information on Cisco can be found at http://www.cisco.com

• Time Warner Foundation

  The Time Warner Foundation, based in New York City, is dedicated to helping young people acquire the 21st Century Literacy skills they need to succeed at school, at work and in their communities. The convergence of media, communications and information in a technology driven workplace is redefining what it means to be literate in the 21^st century. 21^st century literacy skills begin with the basics - written, oral and critical thinking skills - and extend through the full range of media that kids are exposed to today. As the largest media company in the world, and the entity that is leading the transformation of how people consume information, we have a great opportunity and a responsibility to address issues of 21^st century literacy.

• Yahoo!

  Yahoo! Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive online products and services to consumers and businesses worldwide. Yahoo! is the No. 1 Internet brand globally and the most trafficked Internet destination worldwide. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., Yahoo!'s global network includes 25 world properties and is available in 13 languages.

Our additional supporters help us with funding or in-kind gifts.

Foundations

• Carnegie Corporation of New York

  The Carnegie Corporation of New York was created by Andrew Carnegie in 1911 to promote "the advancement and diffusion of knowledge and understanding." Under Carnegie's will, grants must benefit the people of the United States, although up to 7.4 percent of the funds may be used for the same purpose in countries that are or have been members of the British Commonwealth, with a current emphasis on Commonwealth Africa. As a grantmaking foundation, the Corporation seeks to carry out Carnegie's vision of philanthropy, which he said should aim "to do real and permanent good in this world."

• The Case Foundation

  The Case Foundation is a family foundation with a mission to achieve sustainable solutions to complex social problems by investing in collaboration, leadership, and entrepreneurship. The foundation and its partners are focused on meeting the needs of families and children in poverty; creating thriving and sustainable economic development for communities; bridging cultural and religious divides; expanding civic engagement and volunteerism; and accelerating innovative approaches to health care. Jean and Steve Case created the foundation in 1997, and today its work stretches across the nation and around the world.

• The Cisco Systems Foundation

  The Cisco Systems Foundation was established in 1997 by a gift from Cisco Systems, Inc. As Corporate Philanthropy's primary cash investment vehicle, the Foundation provide grants to organizations with long-lasting, local or global impact. The Foundation makes these grants in communities in which Cisco Systems, Inc. has a significant business presence. The Cisco Systems Foundation also empowers employees to give more through their matching gifts program. The Foundation views its presence in the community as a positive influence, committed to involvement in activities that contribute to the greater good. In this it hopes to establish a legacy of trust between the community at large and the Foundation.

• The Leonsis Foundation

  The Leonsis Foundation creates opportunities for children that enable them to reach their highest potential. The foundation partners with and supports organizations with the creativity, skill, and dedication to help children overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
  
  Believing that education is the key to self-empowerment, the foundation provides funding for scholarships, tutoring, and career mentoring that will expand students' horizons beyond their local neighborhood. The foundation also supports programs which develop technical proficiency with computers and the internet, since online communication provides individuals with new ways to break down barriers and gain knowledge.

• RSF

  RSF is a leader in the emerging field of social finance. RSF supports projects solving some of the world's most pressing problems. With a focus on environmental, economic and social sustainability, RSF offers philanthropic and advisory services to individuals and institutions. RSF's investment fund makes loans directly to organizations providing social benefit.

• Surdna Foundation

  The Surdna foundation is a nonprofit organization interested in fostering catalytic, entrepreneurial programs, which offer viable solutions to difficult systemic problems. Its founder, John Emory Andrus, established the Foundation in 1917 to pursue a range of philanthropic purposes.

• The W.K. Kellogg Foundation

  The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose aim is to apply knowledge to solve the problems of people. Its founder W. K. Kellogg, the cereal industry pioneer, established the Foundation in 1930. Since its beginning, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation has continuously focused on building the capacity of individuals, communities, and institutions to solve their own problems. It's mission is "To help people help themselves through the practical application of knowledge and resources to improve their quality of life and that of future generations."

• UPS

  UPS is committed to making a lasting difference through hands-on, community based service. UPS employees live and work in the communities they serve, and learn first hand where help is needed. Through volunteerism, community grants and creative programs, the focus is always on helping others in ways that work.

  
  

  UPS has three main areas of focus: Hunger, Literacy and Volunteerism. By making grants and contributing other resources, like volunteers, technical assistance and expertise, UPS enables nonprofit organizations to serve communities more effectively around the world.

Corporations

• Google Inc.

  In 2002, Google launched Google Grants, a program that provides free Google AdWords advertising to selected non-profits that apply to the program. Network for Good has been selected to participate in the program, and our text-based ads now appear alongside or above Google search results whenever someone enters a search into Google that matches the keywords selected for our campaign. Clicking on the ad takes the searcher to our website where they can find additional information.

• Microsoft

  Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and Internet technologies for personal and business computing. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people through great software — any time, any place and on any device. Microsoft began its philanthropic activities in 1983, and it was one of the first philanthropic efforts in the high-tech industry. Microsoft believes that by providing the necessary training and tools, it will help create social and economic opportunities that can transform communities and enable people to realize their potential.

• WebSideStory, Inc.

  Founded in 1996, WebSideStory, Inc., is the pioneer and world's leading provider of outsourced, real-time e-business intelligence services. Network for Good is using WebSideStory's flagship offering, HitBox Enterprise, to analyze its Web site traffic and anonymous visitor behavior. With HitBox Enterprise, Network for Good can more efficiently acquire and retain visitors, convert more visitors to donors, and connect organizations with interested volunteers.

Individuals