The Mellon Foundation, officially known as The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, is a prominent philanthropic organization based in the United States that supports the arts and humanities. Established in 1969 by merging the Avalon Foundation and the Old Dominion Foundation, the Mellon Foundation has become one of the largest funders of cultural and educational institutions in the country. The foundation’s grants support a wide range of activities, including academic research, conservation of cultural heritage, and the advancement of social justice through the arts. The Mellon Foundation plays a critical role in fostering cultural and educational initiatives that enrich society and promote equity.
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