Broad Foundation
The Broad Foundations were established by entrepreneur and philanthropist Eli Broad and his wife Edythe to advance entrepreneurship for the public good in education, science and the arts. The Broad Foundations, which include The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation and The Broad Art Foundation, have assets of $2.1 billion.
The foundations seek to:
• Transform K-12 urban public education through better governance, management, labor relations and competition.
• Make significant contributions to advance major scientific
and medical research.
• Foster public appreciation of contemporary art by increasing access for audiences worldwide.
• Lead and contribute to major civic projects in Los Angeles.
Funds:
Nonprofits
Established:
1999
Leaders:
Eli & Edythe Broad
Co-Founders
Location:
Westwood
Area Served:
National
# of Employees:
26-50
Model:
Venture philanthropy