Nine Questions for Joan Godoy, CEO of Radical Partners

Nine Questions for Joan Godoy, CEO of Radical Partners

We connected with the Guatemala-born leader of Radical Partners, a social impact accelerator based in Miami, to discuss her story, cross-sector perspective and hopes for philanthropy.

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“Miami Is Our City.” How Two Generations of the Billionaire Pérez Family Give

“Miami Is Our City.” How Two Generations of the Billionaire Pérez Family Give

Real estate billionaire Jorge Pérez, along with his wife Darlene and their children, are prominent philanthropists in the Sunshine State. Here’s how the family gives, and how the second generation is stepping up.

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Where the NBCUniversal Foundation Is Focusing Its Local Giving in the U.S.

Where the NBCUniversal Foundation Is Focusing Its Local Giving in the U.S.

This media giant’s corporate funding arm awards millions of dollars to various regions to address community challenges. We take a closer look.

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“Cultivating the Artists of Tomorrow.” Miami’s Biggest Arts Patron Makes His Next Move

“Cultivating the Artists of Tomorrow.” Miami’s Biggest Arts Patron Makes His Next Move

With Miami on the international arts map thanks to Art Basel, funders are now focusing their efforts on building a strong arts ecosystem in the city. As part of this push, billionaire Jorge M. Pérez is building a new private museum and art center.

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"I Can Certainly Relate." The Personal Forces Behind a Cuban-Born Businessman's Giving

"I Can Certainly Relate." The Personal Forces Behind a Cuban-Born Businessman's Giving

Mike Fernandez is another top Republican turned off by Trump and the GOP’s rising xenophobia. Through his philanthropy, he’s been supporting immigrants under pressure in Florida. He‘s also deeply committed to education.

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Can This Plan Make South Florida the Country's Most Livable Spot for LGBTQ Seniors?

Can This Plan Make South Florida the Country's Most Livable Spot for LGBTQ Seniors?

As in other places, many LGBTQ seniors in South Florida are isolated, depressed, and in poor health. A new foundation-backed collaboration aims to make South Florida the best place in the country for elders who identify as LGBTQ.

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Miami Rising: Two of the Funders Behind the City's Emergence an International Arts Hot Spot

Miami Rising: Two of the Funders Behind the City's Emergence an International Arts Hot Spot

In a little over a decade, Miami has developed one of the country's most vibrant arts ecosystems. We take a closer look at the two funders most responsible for its rapid ascent: the Knight Foundation and real estate developer Jorge M. Pérez.

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