The MasterCard Foundation is an independent, private charitable foundation which will provide access to the global economy for financially excluded people around the world. The MasterCard Foundation was created in 2006 by MasterCard Worldwide Financial Institutions through a generous gift of stock.

As our shared world becomes smaller, our reach must become broader and deeper. Our mission is to provide resources to the resourceful, so that they can move up the ladder to a better life.

The MasterCard Foundation intends to broaden access to the global economy through innovative microfinance programmes, and to increase access to quality educational opportunities. Our scope is global.

We are currently developing our organization. As a result, we will not be accepting funding requests at this time. Please be patient with us as we develop our road map to grant making.

On this website, you will find information about our distinguished Board of Directors, about our foundation and how to contact us.