Allan Gill Gray Philanthropies

Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies is a private foundation based in the United States. Established in 2015, the foundation was created by Allan and Gill Gray, along with their family, and is supported by the family's controlling interests in Orbis and Allan Gray, asset management firms. With a staff of 92 employees, the foundation is dedicated to furthering its vision of a society full of hope for all humanity. The foundation's philanthropic work focuses on supporting individuals and communities in their pursuit of a dignified and hopeful life. Their efforts began in 1979 with a charitable trust in South Africa, followed by the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation in 2005, which aimed to combat poverty and unemployment through entrepreneurship development. Through grant making and incubation of social ventures, Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropy South Africa continues to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem in South Africa. Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies operates with a unique approach, intertwining business success with philanthropic endeavors. The foundation believes that the success of the Orbis and Allan Gray asset management firms, which focus on providing financial security for clients globally, directly contributes to its philanthropic mission. This symbiotic relationship allows the foundation to dedicate the fruits of these businesses exclusively to its philanthropic goals. For more information about Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies, please visit allangillgrayfoundation.org.