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The American Human Development Project is made possible by support from the following organizations:

  • Conrad N. Hilton Foundation
    Based in Los Angeles, the Hilton Foundation was created in 1944 by the late hotel entrepreneur and business leader, Conrad N. Hilton, who left his fortune to the foundation with instructions to help the most disadvantaged and vulnerable throughout the world without regard to religion, ethnicity or geography. The foundation, along with its related entities, has assets exceeding $4 billion, and since its inception has provided more than $560 million for charitable projects throughout the world. More than 50% of its grants fund international projects.
  • Lincy Foundation
    The Lincy Foundation was formed by Mr. Kirk Kerkorian in 1989 in response to the devastating earthquake in Spitak, Armenia. Twenty-five thousand people lost their lives in the earthquake as two major cities and 100 villages were completely destroyed. The substantial contributions from the newly formed Lincy Foundation provided housing to thousands of displaced individuals and families and reconstruction of roads and other key infrastructure. During the 20 years since its founding, The Lincy Foundation has provided financial gifts to humanitarian efforts of numerous U.S. charities while continuing to provide support to Armenia. Funding of The Lincy Foundation is provided solely by Kerkorian’s company, Tracinda Corporation. Both Tracinda and The Lincy Foundation are named for his daughters, Tracy and Linda.
  • Social Science Research Council
    The Social Science Research Council is an independent, not-for-profit research organization founded in 1923. Based in New York City, it mobilizes researchers, policy makers, professionals, activists, and other experts from the private and public sectors to develop innovative approaches to issues of critical social importance. The SSRC is committed to the idea that social science can produce necessary knowledge—necessary for citizens to understand their societies and necessary for policy makers to decide on crucial questions. 
  • Oxfam America
    Oxfam America is an international relief and development organization that creates lasting solutions to poverty, hunger, and injustice. Together with individuals and local groups in more than 120 countries, Oxfam saves lives, helps people overcome poverty, and fights for social justice. Oxfam America works on the scene, helping people gain the hope, skills, and direction to create a new future. They are also active in the global arena, addressing social injustice through our advocacy, public education, and emergency assistance programs. Oxfam America is an affiliate of Oxfam International.