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Dr. Rajiv J. Shah

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Making big bets and large-scale change at The @RockefellerFdn. Former @USAID. Proud husband and father of 3. My book "Big Bets" is available now.

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A few weeks ago, I joined leaders at the Cleveland Federal Reserve’s 2025 Policy Summit to ask: How do we make the American Dream affordable and accessible again?. At @RockefellerFdn, we’re betting on bold solutions to unlock a new era of abundance for American communities,
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Everyone deserves a chance to reach their American dream. At the @ClevelandFed Policy Summit, I had the privilege of sharing @RockefellerFdn’s big bets to make the American dream affordable and accessible. Read my remarks here: . 📷: Federal Reserve Bank
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Photo credit: Photography Bureau, City of Cleveland.
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Last week, while in Cleveland, OH, I had the opportunity to meet with Mayor @JustinMBibb to learn more about how he's making the American dream affordable and accessible for communities in Cleveland. Thank you for showing me the urban revitalization work you're doing in the city.
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Investing in our local communities can help them create quality jobs and transition them to a cleaner energy future. That’s why @RockefellerFdn supports Invest in Our Future (IOF) — a coalition dedicated to helping communities unlock clean energy investments.
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I’m thrilled to share that @RockefellerFdn and @SEforALLorg announced a set of mini-grid agreements under the Zambia Energy Demand Stimulation Incentive to connect 7k people to reliable, affordable power. Learn how this project is advancing #Mission300:
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What would you do if you couldn’t access the internet, turn on a light, or cook using an electric stove? For millions in Haiti, that’s a reality. In our 2024 #ImpactReport, we share how our partner Alina Enèji is connecting thousands of Haitians to power and opportunity:
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Dr. Rajiv J. Shah
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I’m thrilled to share that Govind Iyer will be joining The @RockefellerFdn’s Board of Trustees. He’s a well-respected business leader with a strong commitment to philanthropy and will help us continue to deliver results in the Asia-Pacific and beyond.
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More than 4 in 5 Americans believe U.S. healthcare should offer more food and nutrition programs to treat and manage illness. In this new @RockefellerFdn report, we’re highlighting how Americans are highly supportive of #FoodisMedicine programs. Read more:
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Our 2025 Asia-Pacific Big Bets Fellows are trying to solve the biggest problems of our time. They represent our core belief that great ideas can spark from anyone, anywhere – and give us all a reason for optimism. Learn more about them:
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Here at The @RockefellerFdn, we know we can make large-scale change when we work together. That’s why our 2024 Impact Report is showcasing how the unlikely partnerships we have delivered results to 530 million people around the world. Read the report here:
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Rx Kids is a big bet for America that is reimagining how we support families. @RockefellerFdn is proud to support this effort to give moms and babies better health and opportunities
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I joined @SavetheChildren and @Scholastic for an event in support of their United States of Readers program. The @RockefellerFdn is proud to be part of the effort to take this program to the next level so that we can go further, faster, and together for the millions of kids who.
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The United States of Readers program by Save the Children and Scholastic is a true Big Bet for America. This program aims to bring books to 10 million students, including 2.9 million living in rural poverty.
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I joined @SavetheChildren and @Scholastic for an event in support of their United States of Readers program, which aims to bring books to 10M children, including 2.9M living in rural poverty. @RockefellerFdn is proud to support this big bet for America.
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Dr. Rajiv J. Shah
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Meet Blue Forest. Their mission? Stopping forest fires before they begin while supporting and sustaining nearly 200 forest restoration-related jobs. The @RockefellerFdn is proud of its efforts to connect forest restoration projects with the funding they need. See how:
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Dr. Rajiv J. Shah
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The rise in chronic health conditions among Americans has reached a crisis point. Our partners at the Utah VA are tackling this problem head on, connecting Veterans in Salt Lake City with fresh groceries. Learn more:
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Dr. Rajiv J. Shah
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In the United States, a poor diet contributes to the deaths of around 500,00 people every year. The @RockefellerFdn’s Food is Medicine program connects Americans, including Veterans, with the fresh, nutritious food they need to live healthier lives. Learn more:
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Dr. Rajiv J. Shah
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I joined @Morning_Joe to talk about how the @RockefellerFdn is building a better future for Americans by investing in bold, innovative solutions and leaders like U.S. Big Bets fellow, Alexandre Imbot. Watch the full interview:
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Dr. Rajiv J. Shah
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I am pleased to introduce this year’s cohort of Big Bets Fellows! These fellows from across the United States remind me of what’s possible when we bet on ourselves, our communities, and our world. I can’t wait to see all they’ll accomplish.
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