The 50 Most Powerful Women in U.S. Philanthropy

The 50 Most Powerful Women in U.S. Philanthropy

Women are wielding more power in philanthropy than ever before — as mega-donors, organization leaders, and catalysts. To spotlight these power players, we’ve compiled our most extensive list of women making an impact in the sector today.

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Philanthropy’s Leader in the Fight Against Lyme Disease Launches a Dedicated Treatment Center

Philanthropy’s Leader in the Fight Against Lyme Disease Launches a Dedicated Treatment Center

With tick-borne diseases on the rise, the Steven and Alexandra Cohen Foundation's $16 million pledge to Columbia University will fund a first-of-its-kind treatment center and research network for Lyme and related diseases.

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How One Foundation Assumed Leadership in the Fight Against a Fast-Growing Health Threat

How One Foundation Assumed Leadership in the Fight Against a Fast-Growing Health Threat

When Alex Cohen came down with Lyme disease years ago, she learned how little was known about tick-borne diseases. Now, tapping hedge fund wealth, her foundation is the single largest private funder of scientific research into Lyme.

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Surprising? Not Really. A Look at That Big Gift to MoMA

Surprising? Not Really. A Look at That Big Gift to MoMA

Steve and Alex Cohen's philanthropy has become steadily more ambitious. It was only a matter of time before the art-loving couple made a move like their $50 million gift to a premier museum. 

 

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