THE PFIZER FOUNDATION INC
Annual Giving
$23.2M-49% YoY
Grants
9,306
Median Grant
$200
Organizations Funded
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Foundation Overview
Mission
To help build healthier communities around the world. By investing in locally led organizations and applying a community-centered approach, The Pfizer Foundation aims to address today's complex global health challenges, respond to urgent health needs, and empower Pfizer colleagues to make a positive impact where they live, work, and beyond.
Focus Areas
Grant Types
Funded Initiatives
Global Health Innovation Grants (GHIG) provided $9.5 million to organizations in 16 countries since 2016, training 10,000+ staff members and reaching 2+ million patients. $15 million investment for breast cancer care in Sub-Saharan Africa. Innovation Awards in Community Health program for U.S. medically underserved communities. Accelerating Health Equity Grants established in 2020 for Black communities. Employee matching gifts up to $15,000 per contributor per year.
How to Apply
Submissions made through online portal for partnering opportunities to business development group. Competitive grants involve publicly posted RFPs with specific areas of interest and timelines. Note that large volume of messages means not all submitters receive personal replies. Contact: Customer Service 1-800-879-3477 or Corporate Office (212) 733-2323.
Does Not Fund
Commercially insured patients not eligible for patient assistance programs. Must reside in U.S. or covered territories. Geographic restrictions apply to research programs (specific eligible countries listed). Maximum 12-month project duration for rare disease research. Cannot contract within 60 days may result in withdrawal of support. Compliance restrictions on gifts/payments to healthcare providers.
Based on publicly available information from the foundation's 990 filings and website.
Giving History
$23.2M
Grants
9,306
Median
$200
States
53
$45.7M
Grants
11,059
Median
$250
States
53
$51.0M
Grants
11,424
Median
$250
States
52
Financial Overview
Grants paid shown as percentage of total assets
Data sourced from IRS 990 and 990-PF filings and publicly available foundation websites. Grant data, financial figures, and organizational details reflect historical filings and may not represent current operations or funding priorities. Verify directly with the foundation before applying. See an issue? Let us know.