The World Is “Collapsing,” Says the Pope. Time to Get Up to Speed on Climate Philanthropy?

The World Is “Collapsing,” Says the Pope. Time to Get Up to Speed on Climate Philanthropy?

Amid a stream of dire climate news that keeps coming, our latest set of must-reads on climate philanthropy features resources on transit action in the Midwest, a Walton heir, a map of global climate justice groups, and more.

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What Exactly Is a Philanthropic LLC? Here Are Five Types, Ranked By Transparency

What Exactly Is a Philanthropic LLC? Here Are Five Types, Ranked By Transparency

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.

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Spring Reading for a Cleaner Planet: Five New Resources on Climate Philanthropy

Spring Reading for a Cleaner Planet: Five New Resources on Climate Philanthropy

With spring in the air, here’s some recently released reading material on climate giving, with an emphasis on how funders can clean up their act when it comes to their investments.

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The U.S. Billionaires Funding Work to Keep the Planet Green and Clean

The U.S. Billionaires Funding Work to Keep the Planet Green and Clean

Philanthropy is one of several forces that works to preserve landscapes, fight pollution and improve agricultural practices. Find out who among America’s wealthiest is putting the most toward such causes.

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Who’s Getting the Latest Checks from Lukas Walton’s Green Grantmaking Shop?

Who’s Getting the Latest Checks from Lukas Walton’s Green Grantmaking Shop?

The 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.

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The Most Powerful Heirs in Philanthropy

The Most Powerful Heirs in Philanthropy

As the rich get richer, the descendants of the uber-wealthy will shape the world of philanthropy for decades to come. As such, we’ve compiled our first extensive list of the heirs to family wealth who are making waves in the sector.

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Who Are the Next Billionaire Climate Mega-Donors?

Who Are the Next Billionaire Climate Mega-Donors?

Growing numbers of America’s super-wealthy are wading into giving to avert the climate crisis. Here’s a list of billionaires who are just getting started in climate funding, or otherwise signaling greater potential giving ahead.

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A Walton Heir Goes Public With a Sizable Philanthropy and Investment Operation

A Walton Heir Goes Public With a Sizable Philanthropy and Investment Operation

After years of off-the-radar funding, a Walton heir worth roughly $17 billion launched a series of websites for his joint business and philanthropic vehicle, Builders Vision. It’s doing some exciting things—but details remain hazy.

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