Feb 25, 2026 · The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a private, nonprofit foundation dedicated to the growth and strengthening of democratic institutions around the world.

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is an independent, nonprofit foundation dedicated to the growth and strengthening of democratic institutions around the world.

Each year, the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) makes more than 2,000 grants to support the projects of nongovernmental groups abroad who are working to advance democratic goals and …

NED’s grantmaking extends to over 100 countries in all regions of the world. Our teams analyze and respond to democratic trends, and work with our Core Institutes and local partners to understand …

Following Rep. Fascell’s service as acting chair, former Assistant Secretary of State John Richardson became the first chairman. Carl Gershman became NED’s founding president. NED makes grants to …

A: As a non-governmental organization, NED plays a critical, complementary role to official U.S. Government efforts to promote democracy abroad. First, NED’s NGO status allows it to work where …

NED continued to support fundamental democratic freedoms—speech, religious belief, association, and thought—by supporting grassroots movements, promoting free elections, combating censorship, and …

NED’s unique structure and singular mandate to support democracy globally are its greatest strengths. Focused on the long-term advancement of democracy—and by extension, American interests—NED …

NED maintains a long-term, flexible approach that takes advantage of any realistic opportunity to advance democratic ideals, defend human rights, and encourage the development of civil society. …

May 15, 2025 · NED fortifies vulnerable democracies by supporting free elections, independent media, anti-corruption reforms, and the rule of law. These strategic investments build democratic resilience …