Philanthropy Is Backing a Data Hub on Schools and COVID. Critics Fear an Agenda

Philanthropy Is Backing a Data Hub on Schools and COVID. Critics Fear an Agenda

An economist’s work on COVID-19’s impact on schools has drawn controversy, heightened by connections to funders and a conservative think tank. The debate reflects underlying concerns over the role of philanthropy in education.

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A Family Foundation’s New Prize Backs Five New Yorkers With Visions for Change

A Family Foundation’s New Prize Backs Five New Yorkers With Visions for Change

The first round of a prize loosely modeled after MacArthur’s “genius” grants awarded $1 million to New Yorkers with visions for solving the city’s toughest problems. We take a closer look at the winners and the family behind the prize.

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