Why the Roundhouse Foundation Is Taking to the Airwaves to Tell the Story of Rural Philanthropy
Founded by the family behind Columbia Sportswear, this Oregon-based funder launched a podcast as a way to tackle a stubborn challenge: philanthropic underfundin... Read more.
This Real Estate Mogul Is Funding Psychedelics Research to Support the LGBT+ Community
Funding for psychedelics research is on the rise, with advocates pointing to benefits for veterans, trauma survivors and others. Robert Ansin’s Healing Hearts... Read more.
Julia Koch Has a New Foundation. What Can We Expect From the Family’s Future Giving?
For some time now, we’ve been watching the philanthropy of Julia Koch, one of the country’s richest women. Her priorities are starting to come into focus wi... Read more.
A Foundation Works To Combat Antisemitism by Bolstering Security at Jewish Organizations
In response to an uptick in antisemitic incidents in the United States, the Tepper Foundation seeded a new fund with $2 million in support of heightened securit... Read more.
The Blank Family Foundation Reflects on the Past, Plans the Next Generation of Giving
The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation recently passed a major milestone — $1 billion in giving since it started in 1995. At 81, Arthur Blank looks back on yea... Read more.
An Innovative Storytelling Platform Is Bridging Divides — and Landing Big Name Funders
Narrative 4 offers a unique storytelling program that teaches compassion and empathy in schools around the world. The program has drawn funding from MacKenzie S... Read more.
Six Questions for Jason Lee, Founder of Hollywood Cares Foundation
Jason Lee’s Hollywood Unlocked media brand has millions of followers, but he got his start in unions. He’s returned to his organizing roots by launching a c... Read more.
On/Go: Healthcare Entrepreneur Ron Gutman on Championing Humanitarian Causes
Through a giving initiative at the company he cofounded, Intrivo Diagnostics, the serial entrepreneur has channeled aid to Ukraine and during the Israel-Gaza co... Read more.
How City Parks Foundation Channels Funds to Small Parks Nonprofits Across New York
Since the 1980s, the City Parks Foundation has supported New York’s parks and the programming they offer. With support from big donors, CPF created a fund tha... Read more.
Five Questions for Jared Armstrong, a Hoops Player in Israel Working to Bridge Understanding
Growing up in Maryland and now playing for an Israeli basketball team, Jared Armstrong has a foot in two worlds. He’s bringing his unique background to bear a... Read more.
The Robin Hood of the West: Inside the Antipoverty Work of Tipping Point Community
Modeled on NYC’s Robin Hood Foundation, this grantmaker draws support from high-profile California donors as it takes on problems around housing, early childh... Read more.
From Anti-Apartheid to Land Back, Deborah Santana Reflects on Years of Social Justice Giving
Deborah Santana is a lifelong activist and donor, including work at the Milagro Foundation with former husband Carlos Santana, and her own charitable fund Do A ... Read more.
How the Jewish Future Pledge Has Drawn Thousands of Signatories
Since its launch three years ago, the pledge has attracted more than 43,000 individuals and foundations, committing at least half of funds they leave behind to ... Read more.
Steve Phillips Talks Progressive Philanthropy, the Sandler Legacy, and More
The author and political strategist reflects on his long career in progressive giving — including the early days of the Democracy Alliance, the Obama years, a... Read more.
After a Trailblazing Career in Tech, a Donor Couple Boosts Black History, Higher Ed and More
Drawing wealth from a successful run as an IBM engineer, Rodney C. Adkins and wife Michelle Adkins are big backers of the National Museum of African American Hi... Read more.
NBA Veteran Kevin Love on His Charitable Fund and Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health
In recent years, this NBA All-Star has opened up about his struggles with anxiety and depression, prompting him to launch the Kevin Love Fund, which focuses on ... Read more.
Lieutenant Dan: A Close Look at Actor Gary Sinise’s Longstanding Support for Veterans
Known in part for his role as platoon leader Lt. Dan Taylor in “Forrest Gump,” the actor has been engaged in veterans-focused giving for decades. We connect... Read more.
After 35 Years, the Tow Foundation Reflects on the Past and Looks to the Future
After more than three decades, how does a family foundation engage multiple generations, adapt for emerging needs, and honor its origins? Here’s how one Conne... Read more.
The Kendeda Fund is Writing its Last Checks — and the Last Chapter of a 30-Year Story of Giving
Diana Blank’s foundation is winding down this year, having moved over $1 billion to the environment, rights of women and girls, and more. Family and staff rec... Read more.
The Ae Family Foundation
OVERVIEW: The Ae Family Foundation funds grantmaking related to science and medical research, health, youth, and the arts. IP TAKE: The foundation is not tr... Read more.
Anthony and Jeanne Pritzker
SOURCE OF WEALTH: Hyatt Hotels, The Pritzker Group FUNDING AREAS: Education, Foster Care, Environment, Medicine, Community OVERVIEW: Anthony and Jeanne Pritzker... Read more.
NFL Legend Marcellus Wiley on His Philanthropy and Giving Back Across the Next Generation
Marcellus Wiley tells us about how his early experiences shaped his philanthropy, what he’s excited about now, and how next-generation NFL players are using t... Read more.
Abby and David Cohen Family Foundation
OVERVIEW: The Abby and David Cohen Family Foundation’s grantmaking funds the arts and Jewish organizations. It has also funded education, youth, policy, and h... Read more.
Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation
OVERVIEW: The Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation’s grantmaking prioritizes the arts and education across the United States. However, it also funds programs ... Read more.
Steven J. and Robin Rotter Family Foundation
OVERVIEW: The Steven J and Robin Rotter Family Foundation makes grants across the United State. It prioritizes Jewish causes and policy organizations, but also ... Read more.
Jack & Anita Saltz Foundation
OVERVIEW: The Jack & Anita Saltz Foundation’s grantmaking includes support of medical organizations and Jewish causes. IP TAKE: The foundation keeps a lo... Read more.
Debs Foundation
OVERVIEW: The Debs Foundation’s grantmaking includes support of higher education and arts organizations. IP TAKE: The foundation keeps a low public profile, w... Read more.
With a Glitzy Hollywood Event and a Big Fundraising Goal, Selena Gomez Takes on Mental Health
With a $100 million target, the “Only Murders in the Building” star is directing her philanthropic attention toward mental health. IP’s Ade Adeniji attend... Read more.
Ganek Family Foundation
OVERVIEW: The Ganek Family Foundation’s grantmaking largely invests in education and the arts across the United States; however, it prioritizes New York Cit... Read more.
Why This Billionaire Investor Was Moved to Give “Songs of Love” to Sick Kids
Songs of Love connects children facing serious health conditions with musicians who compose original songs for them. We talked with Leon Cooperman about why he ... Read more.
