Remembering Dikembe Mutombo’s Global Philanthropy
The NBA hall of famer — Mt. Mutombo, the man with the resounding and everlasting finger wag — passed away in September. Ade Adeniji looks back at the man’... Read more.
Billionaire Tom Golisano Gave $360 Million to Upstate New York Nonprofits. Here’s What He Had to Say
The Paychex founder's big recent commitment of unrestricted funding builds on a long track record of giving, including major support for people with disabilitie... Read more.
Meet a Philanthropist Who Wants to Fix Voting — and Tackle Hunger
Thinking big has always been a strong suit for Bradley Tusk, a political strategist and venture capitalist who's now backing a big bet on mobile voting through ... Read more.
With New Drugs on the Market, the Alzheimer’s Association Continues to Rake in Support
At a recent gala in New York, Princess Yasmin Aga Khan, daughter of the legendary performer Rita Hayworth, spoke with Ade Adeniji about her mother’s legacy an... Read more.
A New Generation: This Philanthropic Heir Got an Early Start on Running Her Own Foundation
Sabrina Merage Naim is a third-generation member of the family behind Hot Pockets. We connected with her about starting a foundation straight out of college, th... Read more.
At the Ford Foundation, Sophia Bush Talks Philanthropy
We sat down with the “One Tree Hill” actor at Ford's Free Future 2024 event this week to talk about how she found her activist voice, her passion for LGBTQ ... Read more.
Service: Nine Grantmakers That Have Veterans’ Backs
As we mark another anniversary of the September 11 attacks, which kicked off an era in which millions served, here are some key funders supporting vets and thei... Read more.
Nine Top Rappers Who Give
Leading hip hop artists have not only amassed large fortunes, but leverage their influence to build enormous platforms — all of which contribute to their phil... Read more.
Women of Worth: Actress Aja Naomi King Talks Philanthropy
As a brand ambassador for L'Oréal, King is using her platform to highlight the work of women grassroots nonprofit leaders. We connected with her to learn about... Read more.
Three Trends to Watch Coming Out of Black Philanthropy Month 2024
August's celebration of Black philanthropy came at a fraught time, with a pivotal election looming and a racial equity backlash ongoing. But there are hopeful s... Read more.
SimiSleighs: A Nigerian Olympian on Her Journey into Philanthropy
The first African and Black woman to compete in skeleton at the Olympics, Simidele Adeagbo started a foundation to increase access for female athletes and empow... Read more.
Get Down On It: The Family Behind This Legendary Funk Band Focuses on Music Education
This father-and-sons team is channeling the funk legacy of Kool & The Gang into a mission to keep music alive in schools through their Kool Kids Foundation.... Read more.
ATL Giving: A Hip Hop Photographer’s Rising Philanthropy Focuses on Where It All Began
Thirty-five-year-old Cam Kirk has made millions working with the hip hop elite, and he’s looking to give back to Atlanta. That includes support for students a... Read more.
With DEI Under Fire, a Historic Trust Doubles Down on Funding Civil Rights Sites
The National Trust for Historic Preservation’s African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund has raised over $140 million since 2017. Its support is sustaini... Read more.
“The Joy of Helping Others.” Major Democratic Donor Donald Sussman on His Philanthropy
The hedge fund founder might be best known for his expansive political giving, but he’s also a longstanding philanthropist with an interest in health and hosp... Read more.
Bainum: How a Youth-Focused Family Philanthropy Has Evolved Over Five Decades
The Bainum Family Foundation, built on a hospitality fortune, has been singularly focused on young people since it got off the ground in 1968. But it’s also c... Read more.
Alvin Ailey: How a Historic Dance Organization Rakes In Philanthropic Support
The pioneering dancer, choreographer and activist left behind an organization that has tapped deep veins of funder support, including from corporations like Pru... Read more.
Star Power: 18 Top Musician Philanthropists
Many of today’s most popular musical artists have amassed impressive fortunes, and they’re giving back in a whole bunch of different ways. Here are some top... Read more.
Behind an Early Nvidia Employee’s Big Gift for Healthcare AI
Dwight Diercks, employee No. 22 at the ultra-successful chipmaker, is making moves as a megadonor along with his wife Dian. Their latest gift: $20 million for A... Read more.
Successful in Advertising, a South Florida Family Ramps Up Their Giving
The Sunshine State is home to many affluent donors like Jose and Heide Dans, who’ve used the proceeds from a marketing business to support cancer research, lo... Read more.
What the Collapse of a Major HBCU Donation Tells Us About Structural Inequities in Philanthropy
Gregory Gerami’s $237 million gift to Florida A&M would have been the largest-ever HBCU donation, but it wasn’t meant to be. Institutional missteps aside, t... Read more.
On the Eve of the Paris Olympics, a Global Sports Philanthropy Reflects on Its Past and Future
Inspired by Nelson Mandela’s conviction that “sport has the power to change the world,” Laureus has a global funding footprint. Olympic athletes like gold... Read more.
What’s Next for the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation?
The Microsoft cofounder may have passed away in 2018, but his philanthropic legacy is still very much evolving. Here’s the latest from his family foundation, ... Read more.
The Story Behind a Donor’s Million-Dollar-Plus Gift to Back the Fight for LGBTQ+ Civil Rights
Heather Steans, a former Illinois state politician and chair of her family’s foundation, gave $1.25 million to advocacy organization Lambda Legal alongside he... Read more.
Why This Donor Was Inspired to Step Up for Tulsa Race Massacre Victims
New York philanthropist Ed Mitzen provided $1 million to compensate the three centenarian survivors of the 1921 terrorist massacre that destroyed Tulsa’s “B... Read more.
For This Hoops Player, Fighting Dyslexia Is a Family Affair
Gary Payton II of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors is bringing his platform to bear on dyslexia, which he struggled with as a child. We connected with Payton a... Read more.
It’s in the Name: How the Sorenson Impact Foundation Pursues Opportunity in Impact Investing
Entrepreneur and philanthropic heir Jim Sorenson is a big proponent of mission- and program-related investing. Here’s a look at how he uses his foundation to ... Read more.
Behind a Latina Donor’s Big Gift for Critical Race Studies at UCLA
Critical race theory is still drawing some significant support, despite conservative attacks and mischaracterizations. We take a look at Alicia Miñana de Lovel... Read more.
Knock Out: Here Are Six Star Boxers Engaged in Philanthropy
The fortunes of professional athletes continue to swell, and boxers are no exception. Here, we take a look at some of the wealthiest stars of the sweet science ... Read more.
Role Players: Six Lesser-Known NBA Players Engaged in Philanthropy
We’ve written about how many of the NBA’s biggest stars give, but with minimum salaries across the league topping $1 million, plenty of other players also h... Read more.
