November 02, 2015

A Prolific Romance Writer Who Also Spreads Her Money Around Widely

November 02, 2015/ Ade Adeniji

Nora Roberts reportedly spends eight hours a day, seven days a week writing. In between all of that, she's also been quite an active philanthropist, giving to a long list of grantees. We take a peek.

September 22, 2015

Reading is Fundamental: The Bestselling Thriller Author Who Champions Literacy

September 22, 2015/ Ade Adeniji

Seriously—can you think of a better cause for a wealthy author to support? David Baldacci's foundation has given grants in more than 40 states to improve literacy in adults, youth and more.

July 17, 2015

Another Gift for Student Literacy: Why James Patterson Intensified Earlier Effort

July 17, 2015/ Ade Adeniji

Prolific author James Patterson's pledge to help out school libraries received an overwhelming response, which is why he's now contributing additional funds.

May 27, 2015

A Big Bet by George Lucas to Improve How Schools Teach and Kids Learn

May 27, 2015/ Ade Adeniji

Star Wars creator George Lucas is a key funder to watch in the K-12 space. One big reason: His foundation is putting millions behind the idea that project-based learning is the best way to educate kids.

May 04, 2015

Herb Alpert, a Veteran Arts Philanthropist, Is Drawn to What "Feels Right"

May 04, 2015/ David Callahan

Don't ask this music legend to get all scientific about his philanthropic strategy. But there's definitely a clear plan here, and looking at the Herb Alpert Award in the Arts shows what this funder is up to.

April 15, 2015

How These Screen Legends Are Giving Away a Hollywood Fortune

April 15, 2015/ IP Staff

The Kirk and Anne Douglas Foundation focuses nearly all of its giving in Southern California with the mission “to help those who cannot otherwise help themselves.” We dig into its priorities.

April 10, 2015

Haim Saban's Philanthropy: What's This Billionaire Entertainment Mogul Into?

April 10, 2015/ Ade Adeniji

Saban and his wife Cheryl are mainly known for their support of Israel and Jewish causes, but they're also into healthcare, women's empowerment, and more. With over $3 billion in the wings, we dig in.

April 07, 2015

A Time to Give: Take a Peek at John Grisham's Philanthropy

April 07, 2015/ Ade Adeniji

This best-selling author has piled up a big fortune over the years, and some of that money is used to support causes related to criminal justice, poverty, and global development.