Congo’s rainforests host a vast array of species and have been called the world’s “second lung” because they absorb so much carbon dioxide. Anthony and Jeanne Pritzker are among the few donors giving to protect this embattled wilderness.
Read MoreEven as the effects of climate change have become more visible and devastating, few higher ed donors prioritize this issue. Which is why a $50 million gift to Penn earmarked for research on energy is both anomalous and encouraging.
Read MoreAndrew J. Viterbi's philanthropy tends to be ambitious in terms of size and in scope. We dig into his recent $50 million gift to the University of California, San Diego, which, true to form, aims to cure blindness.
Read MoreBoston College is known mainly for its enviable liberal arts education, but it’s been building up an emphasis on science and technology. A $25 million gift helps the school follow this higher ed trend.
Read MoreOnce notoriously stingy, Apple is now regarded as a philanthropic leader. Could its spirit of corporate giving extend to its deep-pocketed management team? Recent news suggests it's possible.
Read MoreThe emergence of Chinese American giving over the past 10 years has been striking. We dig into its causes and ramifications in the field that has received the most support: higher education.
Read MoreThese are dark days for math researchers who depend on government funds. So it's a good thing that "quant" philanthropists have been writing some very big checks, lately.
Read MoreA $140 million gift to MIT suggests that while unrestricted support remains rare, it may prove to be an appealing philanthropic instrument for donors who prize flexibility, "lean" giving and risk taking.
Read MoreDonors hope a renovated pharmaceutical sciences center will advance drug discovery and enhance education for future pharmacists. Given the demographic trends at play, investing in this area makes sense.
Read MoreNo, it's not your imagination: New billionaire philanthropists keep appearing out of nowhere to make eight- and nine-figure gifts, with universities scoring ever-bigger gains. Here's the latest case.
Read MoreScience donors often seek to aid young researchers during a crucial career stage when landing funding can be tough. A new $50 million program at UCSF provides funds for those taking unconventional approaches.
Read MoreAmid state budget cuts, it's important to watch how private money is reshaping public universities. One top case study: the University of Oregon, which just landed another huge gift from Phil Knight.
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