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Conrad N. Hilton Foundation
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The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, established in 1944 by hotel entrepreneur Conrad Hilton, aims to improve the lives of individuals living in poverty and experiencing disadvantage worldwide. Its mission, drawn from Hilton's will, is to 'relieve the suffering, the distressed, and the destitute.' It invests in seven initiatives including Catholic Sisters, refugees, safe water, foster and opportunity youth, early childhood development, and homelessness.
- Website
- www.hiltonfoundation.org
- Capabilities
- Catholic Sisters, Refugees, Safe Water, Foster Youth, Opportunity Youth, Early Childhood Development, Homelessness
- Listing status
- Unclaimed · Editor-verified
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