Goldman Sachs Gives
About the Program
Established in 2007, Goldman Sachs Gives is a donor-advised fund, from which current and former partners can recommend grants to qualified non-profit organizations.
The program is an important part of the firm’s tradition of individual philanthropy, growing out of our people’s involvement in nonprofit groups. Goldman Sachs contributed $500 million in 2009 and another $320 million in 2010. This expansion of Goldman Sachs Gives reinforces the firm’s commitment to philanthropy through diversified and impactful giving at a time when non-profits need it most.
To ensure that donations have the maximum impact in a diverse range of communities, the program focuses on four areas: