Our Grantmaking
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation's Our Grantmaking funds innovative, science-driven research and conservation projects with measurable, lasting impact across multiple program areas.
Funder: Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (grant inquiry email submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recent awards range from ~$100,000 to $27,000,000; typical project durations are 12–60 months.
Summary: Supports impactful, science-driven and conservation-focused projects for lasting societal and environmental benefits.
Key Information: Unsolicited proposals are not accepted; brief inquiries (~100 words) may be submitted by email.
Description
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation's grantmaking seeks to advance scientific discovery, environmental conservation, and the unique character of the San Francisco Bay Area. The foundation emphasizes long-term, high-impact investments in scientifically rigorous strategies, aiming for measurable results and enduring benefits. Grantmaking is guided by four core evaluative questions: importance, potential for lasting difference, measurability, and contribution to a broader portfolio of outcomes. The foundation funds a wide range of topics through its Science, Environmental Conservation, Patient Care, and Bay Area programs, supporting both established and innovative projects that align with its strategic priorities.
