These six simple words say it all. It truly is a time for all of us to be bolder, more intentional, and more committed than ever to helping those most vulnerable in society. This past year, we witnessed a new kind of boldness as DRK portfolio organizations demonstrated proof point after proof point of what’s possible. Read more in our latest Annual Report.
The Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation was founded on a belief in the power of innovation and the conviction that with bold support, passionate individuals with great ideas can change the world.
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In 2021 we opened an office in Nairobi, Kenya, a powerful hub for social innovation in Africa. The local team will lead sourcing, diligence, and support efforts for our African portfolio, in partnership with our Europe and US-based teams.
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200+
Organizations have joined the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation portfolio
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$110M
Of support deployed to over 185 organizations by end-of-year 2021
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220M+
Lives to date have been collectively impacted by DRK portfolio organizations
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In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, we launched a time-limited, special initiative to respond to the growing needs of vulnerable populations around the globe and here in the US. We explored over 1,000 initiatives and funded eight projects, both inside our portfolio and externally. Meet the organizations we funded.
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Zarlasht Halaimzai Listed as BCC 100 Women of 2021A former refugee from Afghanistan herself, Zarlasht Halaimzai is co-founder and chief executive of the Refugee Trauma Initiative (RTI), an organization that provides psychological support…Dec 2021 -
Wawira Njiru Named the United Nations in Kenya Person of the Year 2021Wawira Njiru, founder and Executive Director of Food for Education, is named the United Nations in Kenya Person of the Year 2021. Wawira was recognized…Oct 2021 -
DRK Welcomes 7 New International Organizations to Our PortfolioDRK is pleased to introduce you to seven incredible organizations that are new to the DRK portfolio. In concert with our many sourcing partners in…Aug 2021 -
286 Teams Empowering Voices the World Needs to Hear by MacKenzie ScottSeeding by Ceding by MacKenzie Scott “Sitting down to write this post, I felt stuck. I want to de-emphasize privileged voices and cede focus to…Jun 2021 -
The Multibillion-Dollar US Prison Industry - And How to Dismantle ItBianca Tylek, DRK Entrepreneur and TED Fellow, is one of the nation’s foremost experts on the prison industry and the founder of Worth Rises, a…May 2021 -
FreeFrom Selected as Finalist for Equality Can't Wait ChallengeFreeFrom a finalist for the $10MM Equality Can’t Wait Challenge. From more than 550 applicants, FreeFrom is in the final 10 and joins other inspiring…Mar 2021 -
Can Kenyan Entrepreneurs Redraw the Classroom of the Future?As the need for digital education across Africa skyrocketed in 2020, Kenyan tech companies found ways to collaborate with school systems and expand the number…Feb 2021 -
Bringing Peace to the American CityFrom San Quentin inmate to neighborhood safety advocate, Kelly’s guest Sam Vaughn embodies the ideal of “be the change you want to see.” Working with…Jan 2021 -
How A.I. Can Speed Up the Covid-19 Vaccination DriveEnsuring the efficiency of that vaccination program is essential because demand is likely to outstrip supply globally for some time and, particularly in low-income countries,…Jan 2021 -
Worldreader Launches the Keep Children Reading Program in the United StatesSan Francisco-based educational nonprofit Worldreader is bringing its Keep Children Reading program to the United States for the first time. Drawing on 10 years of…Nov 2020
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.@lavamaex & @Unilever's The Right To Shower announce a $40K allocation for four organizations that embody their ph… https://t.co/qJaXPLN55k
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.@VisionSpring launches the ‘Reading Glasses in Pharmacies Project’ to make eye care more accessible by training ph… https://t.co/JjrsSXbo7X
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In her op-ed in @thehill, @gencitizen CEO @lizclayroy makes the case that "investing in democracy education for our… https://t.co/wYpwippM12
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RT @abbyfalik: I am so proud to be associated with @DRKFoundation . When Bill Draper & Robin Richards took a chance on me, and @GlobalCitiz…
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"Race is the strongest predictor of whether or not you and your family can just turn on the tap and get water,"… https://t.co/iremjPOWpo
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Over the last year, we have increased the direct impact of the aggregate portfolio by ~50%, reaching more than 220M… https://t.co/A6gWOC635m
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The headline of this year’s Annual Report captures the task ahead for all of us. It truly is a time for all of us t… https://t.co/KoaC10mJsM
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.@MeritAmerica receives $250,000 from @CapitalOne to help advance socioeconomic mobility in Dallas. More: https://t.co/gmDV1ePsvu
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"Wrongful convictions disproportionately impact Black and Brown Americans,” @GalvinAlmanza, co-founder of @PFJ_USA,… https://t.co/djx7TVG5sc
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The world needs equity-driven leaders to rise up and collectively make a difference now more than ever. Are you in?… https://t.co/ALf1dZeHqS
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.@renewalworkshop & @potterybarn partner to launch Pottery Barn Renewed, an initiative to extend the life of the br… https://t.co/dsPr6TixIl
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RT @wattTime: WattTime data is now being used to decrease emissions from #cryptocurrency. @CryptoClimAcc provides multiple options to calcu…
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.@DeVoneBoggan has spent a decade+ working w/ young men involved in gun violence. During that time, he’s seen many… https://t.co/8RYgp6nRrj
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Grantee @WattTime awarded a $500K climate action grant from @PJMFnd to support their tech solutions that make it ea… https://t.co/erUycpeTNv
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Watch @lavamaex in Lead Me Home, a @netflix documentary that tells the real-life stories of people living on the st… https://t.co/GcRtuYp6bL
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A moving feature on @JazaEnergy, a solar company that rents out rechargeable batteries to serve rural villages with… https://t.co/5T6IB4QkGL
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Americans want U.S. companies to compensate workers fairly, help create more jobs & value accountability to all, sh… https://t.co/GwUIxa1CDP
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.@ghcorps receives $6M from MacKenzie Scott and Dan Jewett. The gift "is an endorsement of the belief that investin… https://t.co/7SiNMXFs55
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Grantee @joinfreew0rld receives @TDFHereforGood 2021 Pegasus Prize. The $50K award furthers FreeWorld's efforts to… https://t.co/ckaewCIXty
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Thrilled to see @ZarlashtH, @RefugeeTraumaUK CEO, included in @BBC's list of 100 inspirational & influential women… https://t.co/EQIy4AAVn5