The “philanthropic LLC” — not a legal category, by the way — has swiftly gained popularity among billionaire donors who want to keep their options open. Levels of transparency vary widely. Here’s a rundown.
Read MoreIn its first full year of grantmaking, nonprofits under the umbrella of Breakthrough Energy gave more than $94 million, putting it within the top 20 green grantmakers. Here’s what we know about where the money’s going.
Read MoreSome of the largest foundations backing climate action have created a three-year funding effort to support access to huge federal spending on the horizon. Here’s a rundown of who’s involved and where the money’s going.
Read MoreBill Gates has raised more than $3.5 billion in financing and philanthropy for his climate technology and policy shop. Find out who is supporting Breakthrough Energy, what it’s backing, and what we still don’t know.
Read MoreBillionaire tech donors like chasing “breakthroughs,” especially when it comes to their climate giving. What does this oft-repeated nomenclature say about their mindset—and what’s missing from their philanthropy?
Read MoreThe billionaire third-generation Walton heir has made big long-term commitments to two new tech and policy shops—including Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy—and a substantial pledge for Midwest climate equity.
Read MoreClimate change was a relatively small niche in philanthropy for years, but has been gaining traction among the country’s wealthiest donors. Here are some of the billionaires who are most involved in the issue.
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