[Gilead Sciences](https://www.gilead.com)

Rolling

$20 million awarded to 13 grantees in 2022; multi-year, large-scale grants; no set upper limit per project

Supports innovative programs advancing education equity to improve health and economic opportunity for underserved students.

Only U.S. 501(c)(3) public charities and similar nonprofits are eligible; applications accepted year-round.

--- ## Description The Creating Possible Fund is the Gilead Foundation’s flagship initiative focused on advancing education equity as a pathway to health equity and economic opportunity for underserved students in the United States. The fund supports nonprofit organizations implementing innovative, community-informed programs that increase social connections, foster positive learning environments, and create systems of support for students. By investing in these efforts, the fund aims to address systemic barriers in education and build a pipeline of diverse leaders, especially in Black and other underrepresented communities. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no fixed deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - In 2022, the Creating Possible Fund awarded $20 million to 13 grantees as part of its inaugural cohort. - Grants are typically multi-year and designed to provide significant support for capacity building and program implementation. - There is no set upper limit on requested funding; applicants should request the amount needed for project success. - Grants are not provided for more than one year at a time, but multi-year support is possible. --- ## Eligibility - Only nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status (U.S. 501(c)(3) public charities) are eligible to apply. - Organizations must have a valid U.S. federal tax ID number. - For-profit organizations and individuals are not eligible. - Projects must align with the fund’s focus on advancing education equity as a means to promote health equity for underserved communities. - Retroactive funding is not permitted; applications must be submitted at least six weeks before the project start date. - Repeat requests for the same project are not considered within a 12-month period. --- ## Application Process - Review the [funding guidelines](https://www.gilead.com/responsibility/giving-at-gilead/corporate-giving/how-to-apply-for-funding), [terms and conditions](https://www.gilead.com/responsibility/giving-at-gilead/corporate-giving/how-to-apply-for-funding/terms-and-conditions), and [FAQs](https://www.gilead.com/responsibility/giving-at-gilead/corporate-giving/how-to-apply-for-funding/faqs) to ensure project eligibility. - Prepare required materials: - Proof of nonprofit status (e.g., IRS 501(c)(3) letter) - Valid U.S. federal tax ID number - Detailed project budget (annual budgets not accepted) - Project/event dates and locations - Event agenda (if applicable), excluding speaker names/affiliations - Target audience and publicity plan - Submit the application via the [Gilead Grants Portal](https://online.foundationsource.com/myfs/eligibility-quiz?equiz.name=true&siteId=483688). - Optional: After submitting the online form, additional attachments can be emailed to grants@gilead.com (include organization name, tax ID, project title, and grant ID). - Applicants are notified of funding decisions by email. --- ## Additional Information - Funding is not provided for activities that have already occurred. - Applications for projects with multiple dates or locations should be submitted as a single comprehensive application. - All grant payments to teaching hospitals or payments used for transfers of value to U.S. physicians are publicly disclosed per federal law. - Grantees are encouraged to demonstrate how their work creates measurable impact in education equity and contributes to broader health and economic outcomes. --- ## External Links - [Creating Possible Fund Program Page](https://www.gilead.com/responsibility/giving-at-gilead/gilead-foundation/creating-possible-fund) - [Year One Impact Report (PDF)](https://www.gilead.com/-/media/gileadcorpredesign/pdf/responsibility/gilead-foundation/creating-possible-fund/creating-possible-fund-year-one-impact-report.pdf) - [FAQs](https://www.gilead.com/responsibility/giving-at-gilead/corporate-giving/how-to-apply-for-funding/faqs) - [Apply for Funding](https://www.gilead.com/responsibility/giving-at-gilead/corporate-giving/how-to-apply-for-funding) - [Grant Portal](https://online.foundationsource.com/myfs/eligibility-quiz?equiz.name=true&siteId=483688) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | Email | grants@gilead.com | | Phone | +1 (650) 574 3000 | | Contact Page | [Contact Gilead Sciences](https://www.gilead.com/contact-us) |

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