On Veterans Day, Who’s Standing Up for Those Who’ve Served?

On Veterans Day, Who’s Standing Up for Those Who’ve Served?

A small but dedicated group of funders—corporate, individual and family—backs veterans issues. On Veterans Day, we take a look at the key players and what they’re supporting, from job training to therapeutic psychedelics.

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In Georgia, These Top Donors Don’t See College as the Only Path to a Good Job

In Georgia, These Top Donors Don’t See College as the Only Path to a Good Job

Many college grads are buried in debt or even unemployed at a time when well-paying skilled trade jobs are going unfilled. More funders see an opportunity in this dichotomy, including the foundations of two Home Depot billionaires.

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Billions Left to Give: The Latest Big Move by Home Depot Co-founder Bernie Marcus

Billions Left to Give: The Latest Big Move by Home Depot Co-founder Bernie Marcus

Worth $4.3 billion, the 88-year-old Marcus has said that he doesn't want to leave his fortune to the kids and believes in giving while living. So where's the money going? Here's one place.

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How a Small Funder Combines Giving for Hunger and Long-Term Food Sustainability

How a Small Funder Combines Giving for Hunger and Long-Term Food Sustainability

The Marcus Foundation thinks of food in the short and long terms, giving to both hunger and sustainability. We take a look at some key projects of this Denver-based funder. 

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Staying Small, Giving Large: The Latest Big Bet by a Top Lean Foundation

Staying Small, Giving Large: The Latest Big Bet by a Top Lean Foundation

Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus is as ambitious as philanthropists get, but he keeps his foundation super lean, like so many top donors today. We look at his latest move. 

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