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More than Philanthropy
Philanthropic Focus

More than Philanthropy

The Citi Foundation works to promote economic progress and improve the lives of people in low-income communities around the world. 

Focus areas
Youth Economic Opportunities
Youth Economic Opportunities
The Citi Foundation supports efforts that help boost the employability of low-income, vulnerable young people around the world.
Financial Inclusion
Financial Inclusion
The Citi Foundation supports efforts to develop a more inclusive financial system that provides greater access to financial products, services and capital to low-income communities and individuals.
Community Solutions
Community Solutions
The Citi Foundation supports efforts that break down silos and bring stakeholders together to develop and scale solutions to the most pressing challenges confronting disfranchised communities around the world.

How to Apply

The Citi Foundation invests in efforts that increase financial inclusion; catalyze job opportunities for youth; and reimagine approaches to building economically vibrant communities. In many cases, the Citi Foundation proactively invites applications from individual organizations. Periodically, the Foundation will launch an open call for proposals, which will be announced on the homepage.

For further information on the Citi Foundation’s focus areas please visit the Philanthropic Focus page. Please see our Grant Guidelines for more information on the Foundation’s grant-making approach.

To learn more about the organizations and programs we have supported, please visit Grants Search.

Citi Foundation Advances Racial Equity

The Citi Foundation is providing grants to community change agents addressing issues of racial equity.