Data infrastructure for research, innovation, & policy

A partnership of leading philanthropic organizations working together to support the ethical collection, protection and use of data across sectors.

We help funders invest in data that serves communities

DFC promotes the public's interest in building a data infrastructure that supports research, innovation, and sound policymaking by sharing lessons among ourselves, across sectors (e.g., health, education, social), and among levels of government (district, state, and federal).

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Learn

Expand member learning, understanding and coherence around data strategies.

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Fund

Increase collaborative funding and aligned strategies across the DFC funders.

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Lead

Elevate thought leadership and advocacy to the broader field around the power of data to be a tool of informing, empowerment, and improvement.

DFC's aim is to ensure communities have the information and the skills they need to achieve outcomes in education, workforce, health and other social services sectors.

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