Searle Freedom Trust

SFT funds research and other work on issues such as taxation, entitlements, government spending, and finance.

The foundation supports research on the rulemaking process and the costs and benefits of regulation.

SFT funds research into legal issues and backs public interest law initiatives.

The foundation funds research and outreach on the environment, public health, and health care policy.

SFT supports work on higher education finance and K-12 budgetary issues.

The foundation supports postdoctoral fellowships in economics and the law.

SFT supports talent development programs for aspiring filmmakers and journalists.

The foundation funds research into improving the prospects of the poor.

SFT provides support for research and reporting on philanthropic freedom.