Surging billionaire wealth again forms the backdrop to Forbes’ updated philanthropy scores for 2023. The question remains: Will the super-rich ever get around to giving at the scale they claim they’re aiming for?
Read MoreOSF plans to let go of 40% of staff as it reaches a new stage in its longtime bid to bring focus to its legendarily complex operations. Critics point to a consolidation of power amid low morale and a shrinking global footprint.
Read MoreHaving succeeded his famous father as chair of Open Society Foundations, Alexander Soros has big shoes to fill, and major challenges to tackle. Here’s what we know — and don’t know — about how he’ll handle it.
Read MoreTop philanthropists have become ever more adept at working the levers of power in order to shape federal policy. Here are the living donors who wield the most influence in the nation’s capital.
Read MoreThere’s a historic transfer of wealth on the horizon, and that includes the fortunes of donors who made their money managing hedge funds. Here, we take stock of the top philanthropists that emerged from the industry.
Read MoreSeveral of the most prominent mega-donors on the planet are supporting the idea of solar geoengineering — or at least looking into it. Here’s an update on the philanthropic landscape and what might be ahead.
Read MoreThe Omidyar Network’s Reporters in Residence program is backing journalists who cover economic issues neglected by the mainstream media. It’s the latest philanthropic effort to boost a struggling field — and spur systemic change.
Read MoreIt’s a very different world than it was when the Democracy Alliance formed, way back in the Bush era. How has this progressive donor powerhouse, once the only game in town, changed over the years? And where is it headed?
Read MoreThe Gochman Family Foundation is a new grantmaker founded in 2021. Here’s a look at how it’s joining forces with the Open Society Foundations to launch new Indigenous arts and history programs at Bard College.
Read MoreA new book edited by Peter L.W. Osnos examines the many facets of the life of George Soros, including a chapter on his philanthropy written by Ford’s Darren Walker. It’s an insightful look at what makes Soros so unique as a donor.
Read MoreIn recent years, philanthropy’s efforts to promote democracy abroad—with OSF in the lead—have faced an uphill battle. What does Ukraine’s story of resilience tell us about such funding? And will more funders join the fight?
Read MoreGrowing numbers of America’s super-wealthy are wading into giving to avert the climate crisis. Here’s a list of billionaires who are just getting started in climate funding, or otherwise signaling greater potential giving ahead.
Read MoreWith $10 million in grants, Open Society Foundations is backing Native American-led groups’ work on civic participation, policy and voter outreach. The grants will extend the work of another funder that is spending down.
Read MoreOpen Society Foundations, one of the world’s largest funders of democracy, human rights and more, is undergoing a “transformation.” The institution has put a freeze on new initiatives and temporarily reduced spending as it charts a new course.
Read MorePatrick Gaspard is departing the Open Society Foundations, possibly for a role in the Biden cabinet. OSF’s new head is a former U.N. second-in-command with a long history of working in international development and a close bond with George Soros.
Read MoreA new philanthropic prize to help refugees looks for bold short- and long-term solutions to the challenges they face—and welcomes like-minded funders.
Read MoreOpen Society Foundations, a giant in the sector, is launching a climate change program focused on human rights, economic justice and movement building. OSF leadership pulls back the curtain on the new initiative.
Read MoreGeorge Soros has already given away $32 billion through a sprawling philanthropic network that operates in 120 countries. But at 89, the hedge fund billionaire says his latest venture is his “most important” project yet. Here’s the deal.
Read MoreIn the 1990s, George Soros set out to make a difference in a single U.S. city. He chose Baltimore, and today, the institute created by his foundation is still going strong, addressing entrenched urban problems. What are some takeaways?
Read MoreThe Open Society Foundations launched its Soros Arts Fellowships last year to support the work of artists in repressive regimes. This year’s fellowship builds on this approach by focusing on an issue that’s deeply personal for OSF’s founder.
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