Buffett Breaks From Lifetime Pledge Amid Epstein Fallout
Warren Buffett has paused his annual gift to the Gates Foundation, signaling a shift in a years-long philanthropic pa...
philanthropy
This philanthropy tag gathers 6 articles on major gifts, foundations, and related finance trends to help you spot opportunities and plan smarter giving and budgeting.
93 articlesElon Musk, Mackenzie Scott: The Philanthropy Debate Heats Up
Elon Musk publicly weighs in on Mackenzie Scott’s $26 billion giving, sparking a larger debate about the effectivenes...
Nancy Pelosi Brings Legendary Leadership to Berkeley
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi partners with UC Berkeley to launch a nonpartisan democracy institute funded with $...
Bill Maher Accepts Mark Twain Prize at Kennedy Center
Bill Maher accepts the Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center, a night that blends comedy with urgent questions about...
Wendy Schmidt: Three Centuries of Science Sparks Grants
As the U.S. nears its 250th birthday, Wendy Schmidt unveils a major science funding program aimed at accelerating bre...
Venezuelan Stars Amplify Appeals: A Donor Guide for Relief
When disasters hit, celebrities can rally support in powerful ways. This guide shows you how to give wisely, budget f...
Snap’s Evan Spiegel Joins the Medical Debt Cleanup Wave
Snap co-founder Evan Spiegel and Miranda Kerr are funding a California medical debt relief program, potentially wipin...
American Giving Hits $617 Billion in 2025 — the Paul Allen Effect
american giving $617 billion in 2025 rose 3%, signaling a record year for philanthropy. The Paul Allen effect exposes...
Griffin Celebrates America’s 250th with $26M Library Gift
Billionaire investor Ken Griffin donates $26 million to fund the west wing of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Lib...
MacKenzie Scott Alone Accounted for Mega Gifts in 2025
MacKenzie Scott’s philanthropy dominated megagifts in 2025, representing roughly one-third of the year’s total. New d...
First Visitors Obama Presidential Center Spark Local Finance Buzz
The Obama Presidential Center welcomed its inaugural crowd with surprises from the former president and first lady, s...
Arnold Schwarzenegger Makes Rare Public Appearance
A rare public moment for Arnold Schwarzenegger and his long-time partner reveals more than celebrity news. It offers ...