Helping the UN make a difference.

Our Impact

In 1998, Ted Turner envisioned the UN Foundation as a change agent. Ten years later, his vision has become a reality. Our track record demonstrates that we are catalysts for change - in philanthropy, on global issues and at the United Nations.

By the Numbers

Find out what we’ve accomplished by the numbers in each of our areas of focus:

Latest Story of Impact

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    Ted Turner’s Philosophy on Philanthropy and Personal Giving

    UN Foundation Founder and Chairman Ted Turner recently joined The Giving Pledge, an effort to invite the wealthiest individuals and families in America to commit giving the majority of their wealth to philanthropy. 

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Our Future Plans

In its next decade, the UN Foundation will continue connecting people, ideas and resources with the United Nations to help solve global problems. See what’s in store for the next decade »