Milken Institute

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Milken Institute provides nonpartisan, data-driven policy research and practical solutions to global health, finance, and philanthropy challenges through independent research, policy recommendations, and high-profile convenings.

Target Customer

{"Policymakers","Researchers","Philanthropists and foundations","Investors and financial leaders","Corporate and government leaders","Global health and finance policy stakeholders"}

Key Differentiator

Independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank that combines rigorous research with global convenings and programmatic initiatives (e.g., FasterCures, TRAIN network) to accelerate solutions across health, finance, and philanthropy.

Implementation Timeline

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Pain Points

1Slow translation of biomedical research into patient-impact outcomes, and fragmented R&D ecosystems
2Limited access to data-driven policy guidance and strategic philanthropy that effectively deploys capital for social impact
3Need for coordinated, cross-sector collaboration and capital deployment to address climate resilience, economic resilience, and global health challenges

Key Features

1Independent, data-driven research and policy analysis
2Policy recommendations and thought leadership
3High-profile global convenings and events (e.g., Global Investors' Symposium, regional forums)
4Programmatic initiatives and grantmaking (e.g., FasterCures, SPARC, TRAIN network)
5Content hub with reports, essays, newsletters, and policy perspectives
6RFPs and philanthropic initiatives (e.g., Breakthrough Sarcoidosis Initiative, Frontotemporal Dementia grants)

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Executive Vice President, Milken Institute Health
2Director, Financial Longevity
3Executive Vice President, Milken Institute International
4Portfolio Manager, Capital Group

Client Results

1Over $157M awarded to researchers, entrepreneurs, and other innovators through Milken Institute Strategic Philanthropy’s advisory, grant programs, and competitions

Competitive Advantages

1Nonpartisan, independent approach with data-driven research and policy recommendations
2Global reach through convenings and regional programs
3Integrated focus across health, finance, and philanthropy with programmatic acceleration (e.g., FasterCures, TRAIN)
4Exposure to and collaboration with leading experts, researchers, and funders

Key Benefits

1Evidence-based policy insights and recommendations

2Opportunities to engage with global experts and leaders through events

3Access to grantmaking, advisory services, and impact-focused programs

4Projects and initiatives that bridge research, capital, and implementation

5Content and research resources (reports, essays, data tools)

Case Studies & Success Stories

Kissick Family Foundation Frontotemporal Dementia Grant Program (2025-2026)

Case #1

RFPs for Frontotemporal Dementia grant program as part of Milken Institute Strategic Philanthropy

Ann Theodore Foundation Breakthrough Sarcoidosis Initiative (2025-2026)

Case #2

RFPs for Breakthrough Sarcoidosis Initiative as part of Milken Institute Strategic Philanthropy

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank that conducts research, provides policy recommendations, and hosts global convenings to accelerate progress in health, finance, and philanthropy.

Target Market

Policymakers, researchers, funders/philanthropists, investors, corporate and government leaders, and global health/finance communities seeking data-driven policy solutions and collaborative impact.

Unique Value Proposition

Independent, nonpartisan research organization that pairs rigorous analysis with global convenings and targeted philanthropy programs to accelerate practical solutions in health, finance, and philanthropy.

Technical Requirements

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Pricing Model

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