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{{short description|American private foundation founded by Bill and Melinda Gates}}
{{Use mdy dates|date=October 2023}}

[[File:Gates_Foundation_Logo.svg|thumb|right|The logo of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation]]

The '''Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation''' is a private [[foundation]] founded by [[Bill Gates]] and [[Melinda French Gates]]. It is one of the largest private foundations in the world, with a focus on enhancing healthcare, reducing extreme poverty, and expanding educational opportunities and access to information technology.

==History==
The foundation was launched in 2000, following the merger of the ''William H. Gates Foundation'' and the ''Gates Learning Foundation''. The foundation is headquartered in [[Seattle]], [[Washington (state)|Washington]].

[[File:Bill_&_Melinda_Gates_Foundation_NE.jpg|thumb|left|The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation headquarters in Seattle]]

==Mission and Goals==
The foundation's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals around the world. It focuses on several key areas:

* '''Global Health''': The foundation aims to reduce the burden of infectious diseases and improve health outcomes in developing countries.
* '''Global Development''': It works to alleviate poverty and improve living conditions in the world's poorest regions.
* '''Global Growth & Opportunity''': This includes initiatives to improve agricultural productivity and financial services for the poor.
* '''United States Program''': The foundation supports education reform and access to technology in the United States.

==Key Initiatives==

===Global Health===
The foundation has invested heavily in combating diseases such as [[HIV/AIDS]], [[malaria]], and [[tuberculosis]]. It supports the development and distribution of vaccines and treatments.

===Global Development===
Efforts in this area include improving sanitation, access to clean water, and agricultural development to increase food security.

===Education===
In the United States, the foundation has focused on improving high school and post-secondary education outcomes. It supports initiatives to enhance teacher effectiveness and student learning.

[[File:Life_expectancy_in_1800,_1950,_and_2015.png|thumb|right|Life expectancy improvements over time, a focus area for the foundation]]

==Leadership==
The foundation is led by a board of trustees, which includes Bill Gates, Melinda French Gates, and Warren Buffett. The CEO is responsible for the day-to-day operations and implementation of the foundation's strategies.

==Funding and Financials==
The foundation is funded by Bill and Melinda Gates, as well as other donors. It has an endowment of over $50 billion, making it one of the wealthiest charitable foundations in the world.

==Impact==
The foundation has been instrumental in advancing global health initiatives, particularly in the development and distribution of vaccines. It has also played a significant role in educational reform in the United States.

==Criticism and Controversies==
While the foundation has been praised for its philanthropic efforts, it has also faced criticism regarding its influence on public policy and the prioritization of its initiatives.

==Related pages==
* [[Bill Gates]]
* [[Melinda French Gates]]
* [[Warren Buffett]]
* [[Philanthropy]]
* [[Global health]]

[[File:Selwyn_College_Cambridge_Main_Gate.jpg|thumb|left|Selwyn College, Cambridge, a beneficiary of Gates Foundation scholarships]]

[[Category:Foundations based in the United States]]
[[Category:Organizations established in 2000]]
[[Category:Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation]]

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