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The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was formed in 1997 as the William H. Gates Foundation. In 1999, the foundation was renamed the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust was created in January 2000 through the merger of the Gates Learning Foundation, which worked to expand access to technology through public libraries and the William H. Gates Foundation, which focused on improving global health. The foundation participates in preventive approaches and collaborative endeavors with government, philanthropic and not-for-profit partners. Priority is given to grants that leverage additional support and serve as a catalyst for long-term, systemic change. The foundation also provides funds to promote greater equity in global health, education and public libraries. Through their partnerships in communities across the US, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is committed to raising the high school graduation rate and helping all students, regardless of race or family income. The foundation is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation engages in preventing pediatric Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). The company was founded by Susie Zeegen in 1988 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Women for Women International, Inc. provides humanitarian services to women. It provides financial and emotional support to women survivors of war. Its programs include skills training, career opportunities, men engagement. The company was founded by Zainab Salbi in 1993 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Blair House, Inc. operates a nursing care facility. The private company is based in Augusta, GA and has subsidiaries in the United States.

NBCUniversal Media LLC owns and operates news and entertainment television networks. It includes broadcasting, sports, television series, movies, fashion programs, and theatrical, and non-theatrical filmed entertainment contents. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Council on Foreign Relations, Inc. provides and disseminates ideas on foreign policies to individuals, corporate members, journalists and policy makers. It operates a forum for government officials, students and other interested parties to study and discuss world issues and impact on American foreign policies. The company publishes Foreign Affairs, a magazine that comes out six times a year, along with books and studies by its own scholars. Council on Foreign Relations was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Greater Washington Educational Telecommunication Association owns and operates radio and television broadcasting stations. It produces and broadcast programs of intellectual integrity and cultural merit. The company was founded by Elizabeth Campbell in 1961 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Part of The Conference Board, Inc., Committee for Economic Development is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, business-led organization that delivers well-researched analysis and reasoned solutions in the nation's interest. The company is based in New York, NY. The company's trustees, who are chief executive officers and key executives of leading US companies, bring their unique experience to address pressing policy issues. The company collectively represents 30+ industries, over a trillion dollars in revenue, and over 4 million employees. Founded in 1942, the organization uses cookies to improve their website and offers products and services to enhance user experience. Committee for Economic Development was acquired by The Conference Board, Inc. on January 14, 2015.

The American Ireland Fund raises funds for the support programs of peace and reconciliation, arts and culture, education, and community development throughout the island of Ireland. The company was founded by Anthony J.F. O'Reilly and Daniel M. Rooney in 1976 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

America's Promise Alliance operates collaborative network that facilitates volunteer action for children and youth. Its partners are corporations, nonprofit service organizations, foundations, policymakers and advocacy organizations. The company was founded by Colin L. Powell and Ray G. Chambers in 1997 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The Atlantic Council of the United States engages in the promotion of constructive leadership and engagement in international affairs. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is a monthly e-publication dedicated to helping its members and the 9.1 million-plus women entrepreneurs across the country to power their “whole professional you”—in their business, in their lifestyle, and in their community. The non-profit company is based in McLean, VA. Teana McDonald has been the CEO of the company since 2012. The Circle is an ever-evolving national program designed specifically for premier members who own larger businesses that exceed $1 million in annual revenue. This program offers exceptional connections, access, and learning opportunities above and beyond membership.

American Israel Education Foundation (AIEF) is the charitable organization affiliated with American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which is a sponsor of educational programming about the United States and Israel relationship. The company was founded in 1989 and is located in Washington, DC.

Daniel J. Edelman Ltd. provides public relations services. It specializes in consumer brands, content, corporate and finance, digital, health, planning, public affairs, research, sports, sustainability, and technology. The company was founded on December 4, 1967 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Catholic Charities of The Archdiocese of Washington, Inc. operates as a church that provides social services.

The Public Relations Society of America operates as a professional organization. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY.

National Museum of Women in the Arts operates as a museum dedicated to championing women through the arts. The firm advocates for better representation of women artists and serves as a center for thought leadership, community engagement, and social change. The company was founded by Wilhelmina Cole Holladay and Wallace F. Holladay, Sr. in November 1981 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The Daily Beast Co. LLC provides online news and commentary services. It publishes magazine that provides information on politics, business, innovation, entertainment, books, art and women. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

FFF Management Co. LLC (Female Founders Fund) is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 by Anu Duggal. The firm is headquartered in New York.

SignalFire Management Services LLC (Signalfire) is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 by Christopher W. Farmer and Ilya Kirnos. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Part of Warner Bros. The company is based in Burbank, CA. Discovery, Inc., New Line Cinema LLC is a company that produces and distributes theatrical motion pictures.

Voltus, Inc. provides cash-generating energy products to commercial, institutional and industrial customers. The company was founded by Gregg Dixon and Matthew Plante in 2016 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Self Help Africa (UK) is an international development charity that is committed to ending hunger and poverty in rural areas. The non-profit company is based in Shrewsbury, UK. The British company provides technical, policy, and data resources to support this mission. Additionally, Self Help Africa has an education team that works to promote social justice and sustainability in school curriculums.