About Belmont Forum Foundation

Vision Statement

The vision of the Belmont Forum Foundation is for a world where inclusive, equitable transdisciplinary research and collaboration are sustainably supported to deliver innovative solutions for people and the planet in the face of global change.

Mission Statement

The Belmont Forum Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, a U.S.-based funding-raising branch of the Belmont Forum. The purpose of the foundation is to diversify funding sources for Belmont Forum national and international transdisciplinary research projects and governance needs.

The purpose of the
Belmont Forum Foundation is to support:

Funding to Support Equitable Participation for Researchers from Low and Middle-Income Countries.

Funding to Support Equitable Participation of non-academic community partners

Funding to Support Equitable Participation for Researchers from Low and Middle-Income Countries.

Continued development and delivery of the Advancing Leadership Program

Continued development of the Belmont Forum grant application and review infrastructure (BFGo)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Belmont Forum Foundation?

The Belmont Forum Foundation, or BFF, founded in 2025, is the non-profit fundraising arm of the Belmont Forum. The Belmont Forum Foundation is designed to raise funds for transdisciplinary researchers, capacity-building programs, and other Belmont Forum projects.

What will the Belmont Forum Foundation be supporting?

Funding to Support Equitable Participation for Researchers from Low and Middle-Income Countries
Funding to Support Equitable Participation of non-academic community partners
Funding to Support Equitable Participation of Additional Researchers Throughout the Global Community
Continued development and delivery of the Advancing Leadership Program
Continued development of the Belmont Forum grant application and review infrastructure (BFGo)

What is a non-profit organization?

A non-profit organization in the U.S. is a legally recognized entity that operates for purposes other than generating profit for its owners or members, such as for charitable, educational, religious, or scientific causes. Its income is not distributed to individuals but is instead used to support its mission and operations. Non-profits are often granted tax-exempt status by the US Internal Revenue Service, with the most common type being a 501(c)(3).

What is a 501(c)(3) Organization?

The US Internal Revenue Service designates non-profit status for organizations through the 501(c)(3) designation because their missions are charitable, educational, religious, scientific, or literary in nature. Donations made to a 501(c)(3) are tax-deductible for the donors, which is a significant incentive for individuals and corporations to contribute.

What is a registered agent?

A non-profit registered agent is a designated company that serves as the official point of contact for a non-profit organization to receive legal and official documents from the state, such as tax forms and other legal correspondence. This agent must have a physical street address in the state where the non-profit is registered and is required to promptly forward these essential documents to the non-profit, ensuring they don’t miss critical deadlines or legal notices.

What is the governance structure of the Belmont Forum Foundation?

The governance of the Belmont Forum Foundation comprises a three- to five-person board of directors, who report to the Belmont Forum Steering Committee and the Belmont Forum members.

What were the processes for setting up the Belmont Forum Foundation, and how long did it take?

The process to establish the Belmont Forum Foundation began in February 2025. The organization was incorporated in Delaware on 13 June 2025 and formally received U.S. IRS approval of non-profit status on 20 October 2025.

Who are the Belmont Forum Foundation Board Members?

The initial Belmont Forum Foundation Board Members are:

Board President, Chair
Board Secretary
Board Treasurer

Members

Member D

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Member C

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Member B

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Member A

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Partners

Partner D

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Partner C

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Partner B

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Partner A

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