Supporting Development of a Vaccine for Malaria, the Deadliest Disease Among Africa’s Children
We partner with the Malaria Vaccine Initiative to encourage the development of a vaccine that can be delivered to children in the developing world. 

Enlisting States in Preparing All Students for College and Careers
Working with dozens of states, we are advocates for ensuring U.S. high schools are educating students to the standards necessary to succeed.


Ensuring the World's Poorest Children Benefit from Lifesaving Vaccines
Alliance works to bring coordination to the disjointed, inefficient vaccine market.

Working with Botswana to Confront its Devastating AIDS Crisis
Merck, the government of Botswana, and the foundation join forces to increase access to HIV treatment and care.

Developing a Safe, Inexpensive Cure for ‘Black Fever’
The Institute for OneWorld Health works to bring an old antibiotic to market for a new use: curing visceral leishmaniasis. 

Helping High School Students Prepare for—and Afford—College
Sixteen schools in Washington state make strides towards getting their students ready for college.

Assisting Homeless Families in Transition
Sound Families serves families in need in the Puget Sound region of Washington state.

Making Sure All Americans Benefit From Computers and the Internet
Now, almost everyone in the United States can access the Internet for free at their public library. But some libraries struggle to stay online.