Here at the Gates Foundation, we think of ourselves as impatient optimists. We know firsthand the good that we’re all capable of — and so we created a space where everyone can experience the power of optimism and discover how to take action to make the world a better place.
THE PATH OUT OF POVERTY BEGINS WHEN THE NEXT GENERATION CAN ACCESS QUALITY HEALTHCARE AND A GREAT EDUCATION.
In developing countries, we focus on improving people’s health and wellbeing, helping individuals lift themselves out of hunger and extreme poverty. In the United States, we seek to ensure that all people—especially those with the fewest resources—can access the opportunities they need to succeed in school and life.
