What Happened to Laurene Powell Jobs' and Leonardo DiCaprio’s Once-Ambitious Green Group?

What Happened to Laurene Powell Jobs' and Leonardo DiCaprio’s Once-Ambitious Green Group?

Launched with fanfare in 2019, Earth Alliance promised to ally billionaire dollars and celebrity clout against the threats of climate change and biodiversity loss. Now, the initiative is virtually defunct. Here’s what we know.

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Six Questions for Jason Lee, Founder of Hollywood Cares Foundation

Six Questions for Jason Lee, Founder of Hollywood Cares Foundation

Jason Lee’s Hollywood Unlocked media brand has millions of followers, but he got his start in unions. He’s returned to his organizing roots by launching a charity that supports underserved youth.

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NBA Veteran Kevin Love on His Charitable Fund and Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health

NBA Veteran Kevin Love on His Charitable Fund and Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health

In recent years, this NBA All-Star has opened up about his struggles with anxiety and depression, prompting him to launch the Kevin Love Fund, which focuses on mental health and wellbeing of young people.

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Lieutenant Dan: A Close Look at Actor Gary Sinise’s Longstanding Support for Veterans

Lieutenant Dan: A Close Look at Actor Gary Sinise’s Longstanding Support for Veterans

Known in part for his role as platoon leader Lt. Dan Taylor in “Forrest Gump,” the actor has been engaged in veterans-focused giving for decades. We connected with Sinise to get the inside story.

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NFL Legend Marcellus Wiley on His Philanthropy and Giving Back Across the Next Generation

NFL Legend Marcellus Wiley on His Philanthropy and Giving Back Across the Next Generation

Marcellus Wiley tells us about how his early experiences shaped his philanthropy, what he’s excited about now, and how next-generation NFL players are using their platforms to give.

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With a Glitzy Hollywood Event and a Big Fundraising Goal, Selena Gomez Takes on Mental Health

With a Glitzy Hollywood Event and a Big Fundraising Goal, Selena Gomez Takes on Mental Health

With a $100 million target, the “Only Murders in the Building” star is directing her philanthropic attention toward mental health. IP’s Ade Adeniji attended her kickoff event, and spoke with Gomez about this highly personal cause.

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Kindness Wins: How This Tennis Star’s Early Philanthropy Focuses on Fostering Empathy

Kindness Wins: How This Tennis Star’s Early Philanthropy Focuses on Fostering Empathy

Madison Keys is among the next generation of American stars dominating the tennis courts. She’s also joined the ranks of athletes using their platforms to give back, in her case focusing on young people.

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Talent for Philanthropy: A Look Inside the UTA Foundation

Talent for Philanthropy: A Look Inside the UTA Foundation

The United Talent Agency is a major player in Hollywood, with celebrity clients across film and television, media and sports. We connected with Rene Jones, chief of social impact, to find out how the agency rallies talent for giving.

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Stephen and Ayesha Curry Tell Us About the Future of Their Philanthropy

Stephen and Ayesha Curry Tell Us About the Future of Their Philanthropy

The NBA power couple are ramping up their giving in their adopted home city of Oakland, with a continued focus on healthy food, education and recreation for youth. We connected with them to learn more.

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What’s New with the NBA Foundation? Its Executive Director and an NBA Player Weigh In

What’s New with the NBA Foundation? Its Executive Director and an NBA Player Weigh In

The NBA Foundation got started in 2020 with a $300 million pledge and a focus on opportunity for Black youth. We check in with leaders about where it’s at, including board member and Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris.

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K-Giving: How South Korea Went from Aid Recipient to Philanthropic Force

K-Giving: How South Korea Went from Aid Recipient to Philanthropic Force

South Korea has experienced a remarkable surge in wealth, and with it, a surge in giving. Reporting from Seoul, Wendy Paris unpacks the country’s growing philanthropy, driven by tech wealth, pop stars and a history of generosity.

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Charles Barkley Made a Big Commitment to Diversity in Higher Ed. What Drives His Giving?

Charles Barkley Made a Big Commitment to Diversity in Higher Ed. What Drives His Giving?

This basketball and broadcasting star has been supporting higher ed and other causes for years. The Supreme Court’s recent affirmative action ruling influenced one of his biggest commitments to date.

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After a Tragic Diagnosis, a Former NFL Player and His Wife Rally Support for ALS Research

After a Tragic Diagnosis, a Former NFL Player and His Wife Rally Support for ALS Research

ALS remains a devastating disease, but research is advancing, thanks in large part to the efforts of those impacted. Eric and Amanda Stevens have turned to the athlete and first responder communities to raise awareness and funds.

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How Christy Turlington Burns Uses Awareness and Advocacy to Put Mothers First

How Christy Turlington Burns Uses Awareness and Advocacy to Put Mothers First

We checked in with the model and social entrepreneur about Every Mother Counts, a public philanthropy she founded that uses advocacy, awareness building and grantmaking to center mothers in maternal health work.

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A Hollywood Convener: Inside the CAA Foundation

A Hollywood Convener: Inside the CAA Foundation

From George Clooney to LeBron James, celebrities are increasingly active in philanthropy and civic engagement. This powerhouse talent agency’s foundation is channeling that interest into a wide range of programs.

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What’s New With Barbra Streisand’s Philanthropy?

What’s New With Barbra Streisand’s Philanthropy?

Barbra Streisand has always been active in social issues, and launched a foundation back in the 1980s. She’s made a couple of interesting philanthropic moves in recent years, including racial justice gifts.

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Remembering Barbara Walters’ Philanthropy, and What to Expect Next

Remembering Barbara Walters’ Philanthropy, and What to Expect Next

An iconic journalist and TV personality, Barbara Walters was also an active philanthropist. Here’s an overview of what she supported and some details on her giving vehicle, the Dena Charitable Trust.

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Seven Questions for Nichol Whiteman, CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation

Seven Questions for Nichol Whiteman, CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation

The philanthropic arm of the Dodgers has given more than $40 million in the form of grants and programs. We spoke with its CEO about the foundation’s mission, the state of sports philanthropy, and the legacy of Jackie Robinson.

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Born This Way: How Lady Gaga’s Foundation Focuses on Kindness

Born This Way: How Lady Gaga’s Foundation Focuses on Kindness

Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation focuses on youth and mental health, backed by Gaga herself, funding partners, and ticket sales. Executive Director Maya Enista Smith explains how its work has evolved over the years.

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What to Know About the NBA's Newest Billionaire and His Latest Giving

What to Know About the NBA's Newest Billionaire and His Latest Giving

LeBron James, now officially a billionaire, is stepping up his health and education giving in his native Ohio. We unpack what’s happening and what it means for this athlete philanthropist going forward.

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