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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Cherished champion and statesman: Usyk focuses on Ukraine before titles

Usyk held three fingers on his right hand high in the air to signify his intention to become a three-time undisputed world champion, underlining his determination to defeat Dubois on Saturday night.
UK news
#community-engagement
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
1 month ago

Freddie Freeman, Dodgers surprise ALS patient with custom wheelchair

Freddie Freeman is a finalist for the 2025 Lou Gehrig Award for his exemplary character on and off the field.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
1 month ago

Freddie Freeman, Dodgers surprise ALS patient with custom wheelchair

Freddie Freeman is a finalist for the 2025 Lou Gehrig Award for his exemplary character on and off the field.
fromCornell Chronicle
1 day ago

Carrying the torch forward: Ye family creates new award recognizing graduate teaching excellence | Cornell Chronicle

"When we came to Cornell, both of us relied on student scholarships and relied on the teaching assistantship. So, basically, our studies were supported by Cornell. It's so important to us to donate back to Cornell when we have the financial ability to do it."
Fundraising
#leadership
Boston Bruins
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Mass. billionaire is at it again, gives graduates $1,000 each

Robert Hale Jr. gave each Bridgewater State University graduate $500, encouraging them to share with someone in need.
Hale emphasized the importance of giving and community support during a time of increased turmoil.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Retirement

Ex-CEO Steve Ballmer says letting go of Microsoft was the best thing he did after stepping down - even if it took a year

Boston Bruins
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Mass. billionaire is at it again, gives graduates $1,000 each

Robert Hale Jr. gave each Bridgewater State University graduate $500, encouraging them to share with someone in need.
Hale emphasized the importance of giving and community support during a time of increased turmoil.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Retirement

Ex-CEO Steve Ballmer says letting go of Microsoft was the best thing he did after stepping down - even if it took a year

#community-support
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
4 years ago

Hidden in Plain View: Philanthropy, Mission Statements, and White Supremacy - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

White supremacy is a pandemic. In this moment in time, the shared global narrative centers around COVID-19. But white supremacy is a more pernicious virus, permeating every strata of human life for at least the last 500 years.
Social justice
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

L.A. will provide cash assistance to immigrants affected by raids

"You have people who don't want to leave their homes, who are not going to work, and they are in need of cash," said Mayor Bass, emphasizing the financial struggles faced by families affected by immigration raids.
US politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

Obituary: former Hasbro CEO Alan Hassenfeld dies at 76

Alan Hassenfeld's profound impact on Hasbro was marked by his innovative vision and leadership, establishing the company as a major player in the global toy industry.
Fundraising
#microsoft
fromFortune
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Bill Gates gave so much money away last year that his former assistant now has a bigger net worth than him

fromFortune
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Bill Gates gave so much money away last year that his former assistant now has a bigger net worth than him

fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
6 days ago

Taco Bell and Bad Birdie Launch Invitational to Empower the Next Generation of Golf | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The Taco Bell x Bad Birdie Invitational is an energetic twist on golf, combining youthful ambition with a celebration of individuality, featuring 16 standout junior golfers.
E-Commerce
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
6 days ago

Natural History Museum to display 450,000 dinosaur fossil after London gallery helps secure buyer

The gallery David Aaron has brokered a deal between a top American art collecting couple and London’s Natural History Museum to acquire a dinosaur skeleton valued at £450,000. The specimen was donated to the NHM and unveiled last month, marking a permanent addition to their collection. This collaboration between the trade and museums is unusual but successful, according to gallery director Salomon Aaron, who facilitated the acquisition after determining the fossils were an entirely new species, named Enigmacursor.
London
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Zolak: Patriots QB Drake Maye donated wedding gifts to those in need

"They didn't tell anybody, but they took their wedding gifts and sent them to the homeless and help centers down there."
New England Patriots
#lgbtq
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

17th Annual GLIDE Summer Gala: Love. Unite. Inspire. Dance. (Phoenix Hotel)

The Summer Gala is a celebration of the power of a purpose-driven community. It's incredibly moving to witness a new generation of young professionals stepping up with passion, generosity, and vision.
Fundraising
#bill-gates
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Bill Gates is now worth less than his former assistant, after his fortune was recalculated to reflect his philanthropy

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Bill Gates is now worth less than his former assistant, after his fortune was recalculated to reflect his philanthropy

#donor-advised-funds
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Fundraising

One of the most attractive - and sometimes secretive - ways the wealthy donate money could soon get even more popular

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Fundraising

One of the most attractive - and sometimes secretive - ways the wealthy donate money could soon get even more popular

#billionaires
#warren-buffett
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Relationships

Warren Buffett says the most important financial decision you can make has nothing to do with the stock market

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Fundraising

Warren Buffett donates another $6 billion in Berkshire Hathaway shares-with the lion's share going to the Gates Foundation

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Relationships

Warren Buffett says the most important financial decision you can make has nothing to do with the stock market

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Fundraising

Warren Buffett donates another $6 billion in Berkshire Hathaway shares-with the lion's share going to the Gates Foundation

#charity
Social justice
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Progress Belongs to Those Who Dare': Highlights From TIME's Inaugural Philanthropy Impact Dinner

The TIME100 Philanthropy Impact Dinner highlighted the urgent need for charitable giving amid rising inequality and declining donor participation.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Fundraising

Top YouTube star MrBeast runs a charity organization, called Beast Philanthropy, giving away money and eye surgeries

Social justice
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Progress Belongs to Those Who Dare': Highlights From TIME's Inaugural Philanthropy Impact Dinner

The TIME100 Philanthropy Impact Dinner highlighted the urgent need for charitable giving amid rising inequality and declining donor participation.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Fundraising

Top YouTube star MrBeast runs a charity organization, called Beast Philanthropy, giving away money and eye surgeries

fromBig Think
2 weeks ago

A philosopher's guide to caring deeply

One major trend in philanthropy is the focus on rational efficiency in giving, as exemplified by the effective altruism movement.
Photography
#anne-burrell
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago
Everyday cooking

Anne Burrell Told Us Her Secret To Success In The Kitchen, And It's Endlessly Inspiring - Tasting Table

fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago
Everyday cooking

Anne Burrell Told Us Her Secret To Success In The Kitchen, And It's Endlessly Inspiring - Tasting Table

fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Wall Street Bigwig Says He's Confused How He Ended Up Funding an Armed Coup in African

Granieri's funding allegedly included millions for rifles, Stinger missiles, bulletproof vests, and grenades meant to topple South Sudan's government.
US politics
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
2 weeks ago

Donor Base Continues to Decline, FEP Report Says - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The continued decline in small donor participation, despite an increase in overall dollars, highlights the pressing need for renewed strategic focus.
Fundraising
#trump-administration
#celebrity-news
#social-impact
#healthcare
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto startup

New $60 million donation to fund patient tower at St. Joseph's Health Centre | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto startup

New $60 million donation to fund patient tower at St. Joseph's Health Centre | CBC News

#real-estate
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Intel co-founder's multimillion-dollar Bay Area estate comes with a catch

Mountain Meadow estate, previously owned by Moore, is for sale at $29.5 million, marking its first open market opportunity in 30 years.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Intel co-founder's multimillion-dollar Bay Area estate comes with a catch

Mountain Meadow estate, previously owned by Moore, is for sale at $29.5 million, marking its first open market opportunity in 30 years.
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

Foundation of Michael Moritz, VC billionaire, gives $3.4M to S.F. immigrant defense

The Crankstart Foundation has donated $3.4 million to enhance legal support for immigrants facing deportation, highlighting the need for representation in light of increased crackdown.
NYC startup
#politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Crypto Mogul Chris Larsen Kicking Down Nearly $10 Million to SFPD for More Surveillance Efforts

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Crypto Mogul Chris Larsen Kicking Down Nearly $10 Million to SFPD for More Surveillance Efforts

fromConsequence
4 weeks ago

Dolly Parton to Receive Honorary Academy Award, Bringing Her Closer to EGOT Status

Dolly Parton will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 2025 Governors Awards, recognizing her extensive humanitarian contributions through the Dollywood Foundation.
Film
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
4 weeks ago

One-of-a-Kind 2024 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Honors Canada With Bold Design and Big Heart | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

This bespoke GT3 RS, created to celebrate the grand opening of the Porsche Experience Centre in Toronto, elevates a celebrated track weapon into an art piece.
Toronto startup
#art
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
1 month ago

New venue for video, sound and other durational art forms coming to Manhattan

A new venue for durational art called Canyon will open in 2026 in Manhattan, focusing on multimedia art and audience engagement.
fromDodgers Digest
1 month ago

Dodgers Roundup: Freeman's progress, Pages' breakout, Casparius' cutter, prospects Copen, Sirota, and Quintero rising, more

Freeman admitted he doesn't know if his ankle will be 100 percent again, indicating uncertainty in his recovery journey.
LA Dodgers
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Shuttered, historic San Francisco building to reopen to the public

Laurene Powell Jobs plans to transform the former San Francisco Art Institute into CASA, a new arts center for studio artists.
Fundraising
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

A Pappy Van Winkle Barrel Just Raised $800K For Wildfire Relief

A rare bourbon auction raised $800,000 for California wildfire relief, showcasing the bourbon community's commitment to philanthropy.
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Feast for the senses, fuel for the soul: Housing Works' Feast for the Books' serves literary glamour with culinary firepower | amNewYork

Feast for the Books blends literature, fine dining, and philanthropy to support homelessness and HIV/AIDS advocacy.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket 06.05.25 - Above the Law

In a surprising philanthropic gesture, an anonymous donor has contributed $10 million to Vermont Law School, prompting some to suggest the school humorously rename itself as the "Anonymous School of Law." This significant donation not only boosts the law school's endowment but also highlights the ongoing conversation about anonymity in charitable giving and the impact such contributions can have on legal education.
Intellectual property law
#gala
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC music

American Ballet Theatre's 85th anniversary gala was a love letter to New York's glamorous soul | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC music

American Ballet Theatre's 85th anniversary gala was a love letter to New York's glamorous soul | amNewYork

#nba
fromFadeaway World
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

Shaquille O'Neal Once Bought A Home For His Friend's Mother After Visiting Their Place In The Bronx

fromFadeaway World
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

Shaquille O'Neal Once Bought A Home For His Friend's Mother After Visiting Their Place In The Bronx

Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Alex Soros blasted for condemning shooting of Israelis while funding anti-Israel groups

Alex Soros' condemnation of the murders of Israeli staffers is criticized due to his funding of anti-Israel groups.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Miami's Knight Foundation announces new leaders in community, AI, research

As we navigate a rapidly evolving world, these strategic leadership changes ensure we're not just keeping pace-but leading the way.”
Online Community Development
#charitable-contributions
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYU Langone Health launching $60M women's health collaborative - what patients can expect

Allison Mignone's cancer diagnosis led her to donate $50 million for improving women's health care.
The Mignone Women's Health Collaborative will enhance care for women in various health areas.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

That $1B Pledge to Build Housing That Facebook Made Six Years Ago? It's Basically Dead

Mark Zuckerberg's $1 billion housing pledge is largely abandoned, with minimal funds utilized, reflecting a shift in priorities at Meta.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A question for Lauren Sanchez: was this a hen do or a humanitarian mission to liberate Paris from good taste? | Marina Hyde

“Lauren was honoured at something called the Global Gift Gala, where she received the women empowerment award for her commitment to climate justice, social justice...”
Paris food
Fundraising
fromtime.com
1 month ago

How We Chose the TIME100 Most Influential People in Philanthropy 2025

The Gates Foundation will invest $200 billion over 20 years before closing in 2045, marking a new era in philanthropy.
UK news
fromTheartnewspaper
1 month ago

Sunday Times Rich List 2025 reveals changing art world fortunes

Leonard Blavatnik's fortune has decreased by over £3bn, but he remains a key figure in UK arts philanthropy.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Calls for wealth tax as Rich List shows 772bn in the hands of just 350 families

The Independent emphasizes the need for accessible journalism amid critical social issues.
Wealth concentration in the UK prompts calls for a wealth tax from affluent citizens.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

16-year-old creates Huggy Hatters stuffies to bring joy to other kids

"Whenever I'm feeling alone, my go-to place is just my bed where it's filled with stuffed animals. Even though there's nobody present, it's kind of like you don't feel lonely at all."
Pets
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Nike's Knight: Not interested in buying Blazers

"Five years ago, when I was a younger man, I had a great interest in being a part of the Portland Trail Blazers franchise. However, at my current age, I can confirm that I no longer have interest in acquiring the team," Knight said in a statement via Nike.
LA Clippers
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A matchmaking service with a twist: Connecting big givers to programs cut by USAID

Caitlin Tulloch is focused on maximizing humanitarian impact through cost-effective strategies in foreign aid and philanthropy.
#education
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago
London startup

'There is not enough money for education': French philanthropist to fund museum visits for 100,000 UK children

London startup
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago

'There is not enough money for education': French philanthropist to fund museum visits for 100,000 UK children

Frédéric Jousset's funding initiative aims to reduce cultural inequality by enabling 100,000 UK schoolchildren to visit museums.
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