Twelve foundations have come together in the Tri-State region to protect the Long Island Sound. Here’s what the funder collaborative cares about and how it has been awarding local environmental grants so far.
Read MoreRegional grantmakers are working to hold the line on environmental issues as the Trump administration undercuts protections for the natural world. A case in point is the Russell Family Foundation in Washington State.
Read MoreAn estimated 8 million tons of plastic enter the ocean each year, threatening vital marine ecosystems, and most of it comes from rivers. Can a new partnership between the Benioff Ocean Initiative and Coca-Cola “turn off the tap” of river plastic?
Read MoreIn a conservation push with few parallels in philanthropy, Walton has given many millions of dollars to ensure a healthy future for one of America’s most important rivers. Along the way, it’s become an unlikely—and controversial—power player on Western water issues.
Read MoreHaving funded marine microbiology since 2004, the Moore Foundation has announced it will wrap up its initiative in 2021. We talked to program director Jon Kaye about the initiative’s impact, how it decided to move on, and what’s next.
Read MoreSalesforce founder Marc Benioff and his wife Lynne are among a growing number of philanthropists focused on ocean health. Like other Silicon Valley givers in this space, they see a role for tech—most recently getting behind an Ocean Solutions Accelerator.
Read MoreWhile there’s a growing focus by funders on helping communities adapt to climate change, local groups in vulnerable areas still struggle to get attention from major foundations. Players like the Bayou Community Foundation in Louisiana are helping fill the gap.
Read MoreIn Chicago, some funders and civic leaders see transforming the city’s extensive river system as an opportunity to advance environmental goals while also bringing people together in creative ways. The Chicago Community Trust is a key leader of this work.
Read MorePatagonia’s announcement that it’s donating $10 million it saved from the GOP’s corporate tax cut is not so surprising given the company’s history of taking political stands and backing grassroots groups. Where do its grants go?
Read MoreRay Dalio and Michael Bloomberg are quite different mega-donors, but they have a big overlap in their interest in oceans. We take a look at their approaches, and their new partnership.
Read MoreThe Heinz Family Foundation recently handed out $1.5 million for its annual awards in public policy, environment, arts and more. Half of the recipients this year are environmental researchers making a serious splash in policy.
Read MoreAustralian mining magnate Andrew Forrest is perhaps the country’s top practitioner of American-style high-dollar philanthropy. Lately, he’s been giving big for marine conservation, butting heads with the national government.
Read MoreThe Nature Conservancy and wealthy donors helped establish marine preserves in Seychelles with a $21 million debt relief plan. We look at how such deals work, criticism, and whether we’ll see more.
Read MoreA global marine conservation funder, the Moore Foundation also has an interest in the environmental struggles of its home, the Bay Area. It’s backing an extensive study of plastic pollution flowing into its waters.
Read MoreHonda’s got a handful of responsibility initiatives you might expect—CO2 reductions and STEM education, for example. But now, it's turning to giving for marine ecosystems and climate. Why?
Read MoreWhether they are knee-deep in floodwaters or their tap water is unsafe to drink, millions of Americans face serious water challenges. A new analysis looks at ways philanthropy can address these challenges.
Read MoreThe Microsoft billionaire is granting $4 million to an NOAA researcher to take a marine climate research project to new depths. The grant comes amid signs that more climate change funding may be on the way.
Read MoreThe Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust has been giving to environment and community issues in Indiana and Arizona since 1997. It’s sharpening focus lately, and just gave $4.9 million to restore a troubled river.
Read MoreSan Francisco-based Mulago Foundation carries on the legacy of the late Rainer Arnhold, a physician and philanthropist. Mulago funds social entrepreneurs in developing countries devoted to scalable impact.
Read MoreThere’s a new green prize, backed by Pritzker money. Nominees range from scientists to activists, with a catch—all must be under 40. Who's in the running so far?
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