Gates Foundation Direct Discovery Grants
Offers direct discovery support by the Gates Foundation through invitational outreach to selected organizations for strategic projects.
Dominant grant mechanism at the Gates Foundation — majority of $8B+ annual giving. Foundation program officers proactively identify and contact organizations. No open application portal.
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No upcoming rounds verified. Cadence: Rolling.