Gilead – Giving in North America | Grants for Health Equity, Access to Care & Community Well-Being

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Organization: Gilead Foundation

About the Funder

Gilead Sciences is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing health equity, expanding access to care, and improving outcomes for communities affected by HIV, viral hepatitis, cancer, and other serious diseases. Through its corporate giving programs, Gilead invests in U.S. and Canadian nonprofits advancing equitable healthcare, community wellness, and social justice.

Gilead’s North America Giving Program focuses on strengthening organizations that serve disproportionately affected populations and work to eliminate barriers to high-quality care.

What This Program Funds

Gilead provides grants to U.S. and Canadian nonprofits across several strategic focus areas. Funding may support:

1. Health Equity & Access to Care

Programs that:

Reduce health disparities
Expand access to testing, prevention, and treatment
Improve care navigation and linkage to services
Address social determinants of health

2. HIV/AIDS & Viral Hepatitis

Initiatives may include:

HIV prevention, testing, and treatment programs
Hepatitis B and C awareness, screening, and linkage to care
Services supporting people living with HIV

3. Oncology & Emerging Health Priorities

Projects addressing cancer care access, patient support, and health literacy.

4. Community & Social Justice Initiatives

Programs that:

Strengthen marginalized communities
Provide housing, food security, or emergency support
Address stigma and discrimination
Build organizational capacity

5. Nonprofit Capacity Building

Support for:

Leadership development
Organizational infrastructure
Community partnerships
Technology and data systems

Funding may be programmatic or, in some cases, for general operating support if aligned with Gilead’s priorities.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include:

U.S. or Canadian 501(c)(3) nonprofits, registered charities, or equivalent
Community-based organizations serving disproportionately impacted populations
Organizations aligned with Gilead’s therapeutic and social impact priorities

Not eligible:

Individuals
For-profit entities
Organizations without a charitable purpose
Programs that promote or purchase Gilead products
Political or lobbying activities

Funding Amounts

Gilead does not publish standard award ranges. Grants vary widely depending on:

Scope and scale of the program
Population served
Geographic reach
Alignment with priority areas

Gilead funds both small community grants and larger multi-year initiatives.

Deadline

Applications are accepted year-round for most North America Giving categories.
However, some focus areas may have specific cycles, so applicants should check program-specific pages when applicable.

Gilead encourages organizations to apply well in advance of program start dates.

Geographic Focus

Funding is available for nonprofits in:

United States
Canada

Programs must serve communities in North America.

Application Process

Applicants must:

Review Gilead’s North America Giving guidelines
Confirm eligibility and alignment with Gilead’s priority areas
Create an account in Gilead’s grants portal
Complete the online application, including:
- Program description
- Target population and geographic scope
- Anticipated outcomes and evaluation plan
- Budget and funding request
Submit required documentation (IRS status, financials, etc.)

Gilead reviews proposals for relevance, impact potential, organizational capacity, and community need.

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This funding is well-suited for nonprofits that:

Serve communities disproportionately affected by HIV, viral hepatitis, cancer, or other major health inequities
Address social determinants of health or provide wraparound support
Improve access to culturally competent care
Deliver community-centered health education and prevention
Need capacity-building support to expand or strengthen services

Organizations with strong community trust, measurable outcomes, and a health equity focus tend to be most competitive.

Apply here: Link to Application