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Why Elon Musk’s US$34 billion loss wasn’t really that – and what it tells us about the philanthropy of the ultra-wealthy

Following a sharp drop in Tesla’s share price, outlets reported that the world’s richest person, Elon Musk, had “lost” US$34 billion (£25 billion) in a single day. That figure exceeds the annual GDP of countries like Iceland, Jamaica or Mauritius. Gaining or losing even 0.001% of that wealth would be…

The Conversation

Former EastEnders star Anita Dobson ‘utterly thrilled’ after being made OBE

The actress, best known for playing landlady Angie Watts on the BBC soap, was recognised for services to charitable fundraising and philanthropy.

Evening Standard

The Philanthropy Of Business: Domonique Gilmer's Mission To Give Back To Communities

Based in Minnesota with operations nationwide, Acres & A Mule, run by passionate educators, brings a unique fusion of dedication and expertise to the table.

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Cynthia Erivo crowned best actress at BET Awards

Hosted by Kevin Hart, the awards celebrate the work of black people in music, entertainment, film, sports and philanthropy.

Evening Standard

Harrison Ford wants the Operation Smile award honoring his friend to inspire others to give more

Harrison Ford will receive an award for his philanthropy from the global surgery and training nonprofit Operation Smile

The Independent UK

MrBeast aims to raise millions for his charity by offering a weekend experience to six-figure donors

MrBeast plans to turn the success of his Amazon Prime Video reality competition series into millions of dollars for charity

The Independent UK

Driving change: philanthropy's role in climate battle

A report has quantified the economic impacts of climate philanthropy for the first time, highlighting the potential future benefits.

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10 Times the Rich Used Charities to Hide Their Wealth

When you think about charitable giving, you probably picture genuine philanthropy and heartfelt generosity. However, the world of charitable tax avoidance reveals a darker side where some wealthy individuals have exploited the system for personal gain. These schemes don’t just bend the rules—they often break them entirely, costing taxpayers billions…

The Free Financial Advisor

Philanthropy wants to build Gen Z's confidence in institutions. Will youth empowerment foster trust?

Gen Z tends to lack trust in the major institutions that previous generations expected to safeguard their futures

The Independent UK

Hundreds of billionaires pledged to give away $600 billion to charity—but the Bill Gates and Warren Buffett era of philanthropy may be over

A new tax proposal aimed at crippling liberal philanthropic foundations may bulldoze a billionaire giving norm—but women like MacKenzie Scott and Melinda French Gates are expected to step up instead.

Fortune

William and Kate Awarded a Surprising Honour in the US Following ‘Crucial’ Work

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Philanthropy CEO: Silcon Valley entrepreneurs who think they can cure poverty are a red flag

"Work in a place where you don't speak the language, you might actually contribute to something," Jacqueline Novogratz said at Fortune's Most Powerful Women Summit.

Fortune

Prince and Princess of Wales recognised by Time Magazine in prestigious Top 100 Philanthropy Awards

In another honour for the couple, The Prince and Princess of Wales have been recognised by Time Magazine in its prestigious Top 100 Philanthropy Awards.

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William and Kate named among Time’s 100 most influential philanthropists

William and Kate were praised for modernising royal philanthropy and being attuned to social issues.

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Five life-changing holidays that give back — from giraffe conservation safaris to rewilding in Scotland

The real bucket list trips are the ones with a sense of mission. Rosalyn Wikeley has your guide to the most exciting projects and trips combining education, philanthropy and other-worldly destinations

Fortune

The philanthropy world weighs in on Bill Gates’ $200 billion bet on global health: 'People will be watching this as an example'

The Gates Foundation will close in a tight 20-year timeline. What does the philanthropy world make of it?

The Independent UK

Melinda French Gates reflects on legacy of Gates Foundation as it announces it will close in 2045

Melinda French Gates says she and her ex-husband, Bill Gates, always intended for the foundation they started together to spend down all of its resources rather than to exist in perpetuity

The Independent UK

Why Bill Gates is donating 99 per cent of his billion dollar fortune to Gates Foundation

Gates' contribution will empower the foundation to inject an additional $200 billion into its global health and US education initiatives

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The Independent UK

The Gates Foundation’s first 25 years: How it changed global health and philanthropy

In its first 25 years, the Gates Foundation became one of the world’s largest charitable foundations and one of the most powerful institutions in global health

Fortune

It's the end of philanthropy as we know it—and that could reshape America

America is a generous nation—and the pullback in government spending could be an opportunity to reshape its charitable sector.

Evening Standard

Sir Lenny Henry and Richard Curtis ‘honoured’ to accept philanthropy award

Comic Relief is recognised for how it has addressed poverty and inequality in the UK and internationally.

International Business Times

Nikita Mishin's Dar Charity Foundation Celebrates Two Decades of Transformative Educational Philanthropy

As the foundation marks its 20th anniversary this month, it celebrates more than $47 million distributed in educational philanthropy.

Reason

John Arnold: Government Can't Be Trusted To Fix Any Problems

John Arnold argues that private markets solve problems better than government or philanthropy, and that real reform comes from decentralization, incentives, and evidence—not top-down control.

The Conversation

Cancer research in the US is world class because of its broad base of funding − with the government pulling out, its future is uncertain

Cancer research in the U.S. doesn’t rely on a single institution or funding stream − it’s a complex ecosystem made up of interdependent parts: academia, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology startups, federal agencies and private foundations. As a cancer biologist who has worked in each of these sectors over the past three…

Fortune

Asian wealth can bridge the SDG financing gap—but philanthropy needs a strategy shift

Asia-Pacific will need an additional $1.5 trillion annually to meet its SDG targets. Where can it find that money? From those who hold its wealth.

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